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curious2
in Mortgage 14 years ago
Opt out clause???
Is it standard for a buyer of a condo to ask for a clause in the contract that states that if on the day of…
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Tansy
in Doors 14 years ago
I am having front arched doors made and am looking for a top flush bolt to hold the stationary door in place. Ideally I would like a 36
Door Hardware
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ejbro
in Co-Op Related 14 years ago
Roof Decks
I’m interested in having a roof deck installed on the roof of my 108 unit co-op in Brooklyn. I’m looking for feedback/guidance from others who…
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lkat75
in Flooring 14 years ago
Wood Floor in Closet
Thanks in advance for your advice as I am trying to figure out my options. I live in a pre-war co-op and the floors in…
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st78n3c
in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years ago
Renovation in Historic District?
Just as a hypothetical question before considering this more seriously, does anyone out there have experience doing a big renovation project on a brownstone in…
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windsorstone
in Flooring 14 years and 8 months ago
any recs for a contractor that specializes in cement floor sealing for a residential space?
i’m moving into an apartment in windsor terrace where there is a cement sub floor and i’d like to have it sealed and shiny and…
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schmalla
in Permits 14 years ago
No Permits???
I understand that you need permits to do a lot of renovations in NYC. I was told that the seller of the brownstone I’m considering buying…
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arewedoneyet
in Flooring 14 years ago
Wax or Poly stairs - please help us decide
We’re doing a pretty complete restoration and are waxing our floors. We’re trying to decide what to do with our stairs. The first flight is…
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Kateruba
in Utilities 14 years ago
Thinking of getting an automated wireless meter reader for water and other utilities
Hello, Does anyone have these? I just moved into my house and I will be living upstairs, without access to the basement, which might make…
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walester
in Electricians 14 years ago
Electrician/Detective
I need to find somone with good detective skills who can figure out the cable, telephone, and ethernet wiring in my house, and make corrections.…
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schmalla
in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years ago
Installing cable TV hookups
I’m considering buying an old brownstone that needs a lot of work. I haven’t confirmed this yet, but I think that there are no hookups…
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straybongo
in About Brooklyn 14 years ago
Looking for a CSA in Boerum Hill?
Just wanted to let the board know that the Brooklyn Beet CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) based in Boerum Hill is open for enrollment for the…
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nyflicka
in Furniture 14 years ago
UPDATED:Beautiful Furniture For Sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f58e8cfabe8b-.jpg Hi Brownstoners, **Just updated the price on the Rico Sofa to $1500** We are moving and need to sell some of our furniture. Everything…
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nyflicka
in Furniture 14 years ago
UPDATED:Beautiful Furniture For Sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f58e8cfabe8b-.jpg Hi Brownstoners, **Just updated the price on the Rico Sofa to $1500** We are moving and need to sell some of our furniture. Everything…
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Tansy
in Doors 14 years ago
I am having front arched doors made and am looking for a top flush bolt to hold the stationary door in place. Ideally I would like a 36
Door Hardware
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Crooklyn30
in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years ago
Anyone have a maitenance agreement for their HVAC system?
I had a traditional HVAC and two “mr slim” style Daikin units installed as part of a gut renovation last year and the guy who…
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brooklyn_fellow
in Landlord 14 years ago
Enter a Title
My not-so-gentlemanly (Brooklyn) landlord never put the security deposit in an escrow account and now the lease is up and I am moving out. Knowing…
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bennybushwick
in Radiators 14 years ago
Radiator
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f582a7f16a56-.jpg Any one can recommend me a place to find a modern radiator for my bathroom. Thanks
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gillianr718
in Garden 14 years ago
backyard access rights
I am a renter in the same apartment for 2 1/2 years which has private access to about a 25’x25′ backyard. My landlord told us…
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Greene44
in Real Estate - Sales 14 years ago
Agents specializing in REO/Foreclosed Properties
Hello Brownstoner Community, Do any of you wonderful folks have recommendations for honest, reliable real estate agents with specialized knowledge of purchasing REO/foreclosed properties?…
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