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in General Discussion 4 years and 7 months ago
Central Air vs Ducted/Concealed Mini Splits vs Unico for AC
I already have a gas furnace/forced air system — it’s old but gets the job done. I’d like to get an air conditioning system that’s…
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InBklyn76
in General Discussion 4 years and 7 months ago
Advice/tips for a first-time home renovator?
Hi All – I have recently closed on a home purchase and will be undertaking a major gut renovation. I am a single mom with…
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bocuckoo
in General Discussion 4 years and 7 months ago
Most "Natural" Artificial Turf | Cost
I have now been convinced of the wonders of a artificial turf for a Brooklyn Backyard. DOes anyone have any recommendations for the most natural…
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phoffy
in General Discussion 4 years and 7 months ago
Master Plumber needed to do local "152" gas pipe inspection for 3 family house
I am looking for someone to complete this inspection for a reasonable price. It’s just the exterior inspection I believe and a 2 page form.…
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hotpinksharpie
in General Discussion 4 years and 7 months ago
Full height double-hung vs. transom for parlor windows
I’m replacing the windows in our brownstone and doing all double-hung Marvins. I’m on the fence about our full-height parlor level windows. Our current old…
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chuckbone1
in General Discussion 4 years and 7 months ago
Brick and Masonry Work in Back Yard
I am looking for a contractor who can do some masonry work and lay down bluestone and pavers in my back yard. Does anyone have…
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conorl
in General Discussion 4 years and 7 months ago
Tiler Recommendation
Hi Everybody. I’m renovating a bathroom and need to source a tiler. Can anyone recommend one who is good and reliable? Thanks!
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Where to buy interior doors?
We need a few interior “slab” doors for our rental unit. Nothing fancy, was thinking of a traditional shaker style solid 5 panel door, or…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
What inspections will be done at the end of a renovation?
This is probably a newbie question but here goes… When our renovation is finishing up in a couple of months (hopefully), what inspections will be…
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rarara
in General Discussion 4 years and 7 months ago
SWO triggered audit
Long story short, DOB inspectors took issue with our cellar excavation and issued a full SWO. The cure they wanted was Kafkaesque, so our architect/engineer…
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somedaytheocean
in General Discussion 4 years and 7 months ago
Converting 2 into 3 family - pros and cons?
We will be doing a renovation and considering changing the CFO from 2 to 3 family. Pros / Cons from personal experience would be much…
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conorl
in General Discussion 4 years and 7 months ago
Tiler Recommendation
Hi Everybody. I’m renovating a bathroom and need to source a tiler. Can anyone recommend one who is good and reliable? Thanks!
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Outdoor rug
Any recommendations for outdoor rug for backyard? We’re looking for one that’s durable and low-maintenance, can just leave outside to endure rain and summer UV.…
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ejalbk
in Retail 12 years and 8 months ago
Where/How to Buy a Treadmill in BK/NYC
Not your typical Brownstoner question I know, but you’d suspect with several million people concentrated into a few boroughs that there would be a bunch…
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krobertson
in General Discussion 4 years and 7 months ago
Seeking advice on renting out a parking space inside a garage
I have a 2 car garage that I’m not using and I’m considering renting out the one or two spaces for parking only (no storage).…
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shouldacouldawoulda
in General Discussion 4 years and 7 months ago
Closed on a Loan and now they are harassing me!
I recently closed on a loan for property I bought in Atlanta. I turned over all the documents that they requested – tax transcripts, etc.…
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shouldacouldawoulda
in General Discussion 4 years and 7 months ago
Closed on a Loan and now they are harassing me!
I recently closed on a loan for property I bought in Atlanta. I turned over all the documents that they requested – tax transcripts, etc.…
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bocuckoo
in General Discussion 4 years and 7 months ago
Most "Natural" Artificial Turf | Cost
I have now been convinced of the wonders of a artificial turf for a Brooklyn Backyard. DOes anyone have any recommendations for the most natural…
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