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dahlanddane
in Decorative 13 years and 4 months ago
Seeking: Mold Maker and Reproducer of Plaster Frieze
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4faad8d33b899-processed-httpmediatumblrcomtumblr_m0h88eBZXQ1qhzttljpg.jpg Looking forsomeone who can make a mold and cast reproductions of the frieze in attached image. Original frieze to be reproduced is on the…
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ec
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 13 years and 4 months ago
I would like to get a recommendation for a siding contractor who can install hardi-board, or council me on alternatives. Its for a 4 story building. Any info greatly appreciated!
The building is a 4 story apt house currently with shingles.
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justindanielnyc
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 4 months ago
ducted vs ductless
Hello, Just purchased a townhome in cobble hill and we are about to begin the process of adding AC (currently there is none). We received…
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chillym
in Agents and Brokers 13 years and 4 months ago
Broker Recommendation: housebywe
For anyone looking for brokers, I highly recommend housebywe (http://www.housebywe.com/) – Ari and Erin are super helpful and knowledgeable. They just guided me through selling…
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SewardWasRight
in Plumbers and Plumbing 13 years and 4 months ago
NYC Code - Plumbing Handles
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4faa9596c4d3a-.jpg Hey all, Plumber says that these handles are no longer code in NYC. He replaced them in the cellar during the pipe replacements, but…
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sdd2010
in Doors & Windows 13 years and 4 months ago
Window Maintenance Ballpark Cost?
Has anyone recently had any maintenance work done to their windows? My double hung windows are next to impossible to open and close anymore, so…
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chillym
in Agents and Brokers 13 years and 4 months ago
Broker Recommendation: housebywe
For anyone looking for brokers, I highly recommend housebywe (http://www.housebywe.com/) – Ari and Erin are super helpful and knowledgeable. They just guided me through selling…
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rollotomasi
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 4 months ago
Staircase: Repair vs Rebuild
I’ve been living in a brooklyn brownstone for 10 years and have a question. Our staircase has seen better days. Nothing major, just wear and…
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tate
in Agents and Brokers 13 years and 4 months ago
Dumbo/Vinegar Hill Agents?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fa9315442f64-.jpg Hi, Just wondering if anyone had any recommendations for a rental real estate agent who workes/knows the dumbo/vinegar hill area. We are looking for…
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mbw185
in Appraisals 13 years and 4 months ago
Need advice re Appraisal with an illegal unit
We are in contract to purchase a house that moved the rental unit from the top floor to the basement. The current owners live in…
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srsmith77
in About Brooklyn 13 years and 4 months ago
Contemplating move to Crown Heights
My husband and I are contemplating moving to Crown Heights with our baby, but we are curious about what others think of the ‘hood. We…
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luvdaborstch
in Garden 13 years and 4 months ago
What to put in gap between bluestone pavers
Hello folks, I’m finally getting to the back yard after a year long (on and off) renovation. I would love to get thoughts on what material people…
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tate
in Agents and Brokers 13 years and 4 months ago
Dumbo/Vinegar Hill Agents?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fa9315442f64-.jpg Hi, Just wondering if anyone had any recommendations for a rental real estate agent who workes/knows the dumbo/vinegar hill area. We are looking for…
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ebsjb
in Construction 13 years and 4 months ago
Cost per sf for new ground up construction?
What is the average cost per square foot for new, ground up construction for a single or double family house in Brooklyn?
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RBCG
in Insulation 13 years and 4 months ago
Summer Heat
We have a three-story townhouse (bottom rental, upper duplex.) The top floor gets really, really hot in the summer. Window ACs work, but they have…
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overherhead
in Lighting 13 years and 4 months ago
Covering the gap on lights connected to old gas lines
As I slowly replace the existing fixtures in my house, I’m finding that most of my fixtures hang from the old gas lines, and so…
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ejalbk
in Lawyers and legal service 13 years and 4 months ago
Brooklyn Landlord/Tenant Lawyer Needed
Checked the archives and there were very few posts on this topic. We need an attorney to handle a non-payment in BK Housing Court (we…
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dar
in Real Estate - General 13 years and 6 months ago
Buying a house...first steps?! cost estimates?
Hi all, I’m new to the forum and have some big questions. Our dream is to own a house and I’ve seen a bunch that…
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