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ojonyc
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 11 months ago
found cut joists when we started bathroom remodel
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e25b4f786543-.jpg We start just started what we thought would be a pretty straight forward bathroom remodeling on the parlour floor of an 18′ wide 1890s…
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gpoint
in Building Code 13 years and 11 months ago
City building classification and Deed say two different things
City classification for building is (CO) 3 families and the deed from the City Registers office, from the last purchase, has the property listed as a…
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CG11231
in Co-Op Related 13 years and 11 months ago
Attorney for Refinancing of Brownstone Co-op
Does anyone have an attorney recommendation – looking for someone to represent the building (4 units) through closing. We’re located in Carroll Gardens. Thank you.
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dylan621
in General Contractors 13 years and 11 months ago
Recommendation for contractor with experience with tin ceilings
We’d like to move a non-load bearing wall that separates two bedrooms to make the narrower bedroom bigger. There is a tin ceiling in the…
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georgereno
in Brownstoner 13 years and 11 months ago
Sidewalk repair
We need to repair our sidewalk for insurance reasons. Any recommendations for specialists or contractors who do this type of work? Thank you.
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orrsuz
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 11 months ago
Rec to install kitehen and bathroom exhaust fans (includig ductwork)
anyone out there??
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zachjh
in Heating 13 years and 11 months ago
Cost to convert from gas to oil?
I’m in contract on a house with an ancient oil-filed steam boiler (83 yrs old!). I’m planning on replacing the damn thing as soon as…
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orrsuz
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 11 months ago
Rec to install kitchen and bathroom extractor fans (and ductwork)
Hi – this is a similar question to one recently asked but can anyone provide a recommendation for someone who actually does this type of…
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bococagirl
in Plumbers and Plumbing 13 years and 11 months ago
heating pipes rattling during the summer?
We have lived in our brownstone for over a year, and I don’t remember whether it happened last summer or not, but we’ve been waking…
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trudylou
in Real Estate - Rentals 13 years and 11 months ago
Any experience offering apt through VRBO?
We are considering placing our garden apartment for short term rentals via a site like VRBO. Has anyone done this or know people who have? …
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WonTon
in Landlord 13 years and 11 months ago
Subtenant Matters: Keeping Security Deposit
I came back last week to my apartment, which I’d sublet for 6 months. Before I left town, I had my shower diverter replaced. About…
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gpoint
in Mortgage 13 years and 11 months ago
Deed Change and FHA/Conventional loan requirements
If a deed can only change owners once a year, how do people flipping properties stay in business? FYI these are FHA and Conventional loan…
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jb312
in Fencing 13 years and 11 months ago
Installing Wood Fence over Chain Link Posts
I’d like to upgrade our backyard look from the standard chain link lot line fences. Our fences are in good shape and sturdy. My thought…
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gimmeshelter
in Bath & Kitchen 14 years and 1 month ago
Kitchen Renovation in Concord Village
Hi everyone! I am considering purchasing an apartment in Concord Village, but the kitchen would need a total renovation. I was wondering if anyone here…
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SewardWasRight
in Quality of Life 14 years ago
Macon St. Iron Gate "Removal"
I was out running this morning at around 0630 and noticed a white van parked outside a house in the 200-block of Macon St. There…
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ruby2010
in Appliances 13 years and 11 months ago
GE Electric Stove and Refrigerator
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e24550bc6d23-.jpg Gently used matching black stove and refrigerator. Stove 30″W X 27″D X 47″H. Refrigerator 28″W X 28″D X 61″H. For pick up in Bed…
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orrsuz
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 11 months ago
Rec to install kitchen and bathroom extractor fans (and ductwork)
Hi – this is a similar question to one recently asked but can anyone provide a recommendation for someone who actually does this type of…
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ehoge1
in Appliances 13 years and 11 months ago
Anyone own a Skylight hood by futuro futuro?
I’m looking for some feedback on the “Skylight” range hood by futuro futuro. Was the installation difficult? Is it powerful? Is it loud? Model Name:…
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gimmeshelter
in Co-Op Related 13 years and 11 months ago
*If* I wanted to do some renovation work on a co-op, what would I be in for, generally speaking?
Hi everyone. I had posted on here about a month ago about doing a kitchen reno for a co-op apt I was considering buying. The…
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