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oxalis100
in General Discussion 1 year and 7 months ago
Contractor for drainage repair
I’m looking for a contractor who would be able to break through concrete at the rear of my house to allow for plumbing fixes -my…
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oxalis100
in General Discussion 1 year and 7 months ago
Contractor for drainage repair
I’m looking for a contractor who would be able to break through concrete at the rear of my house to allow for plumbing fixes -my…
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richardtishconstruction
in General Discussion 1 year and 7 months ago
Foundation issues
I have an empty lot next door and an invasive weed/tree has grown into my foundation. Does anyone know what legal action I can take…
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eg66
in General Discussion 1 year and 7 months ago
zero lot line shrubs
This may be a relatively uncommon situation, but I am hoping someone here can point me toward information. I have a fully detached house but,…
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eg66
in General Discussion 1 year and 7 months ago
zero lot line shrubs
This may be a relatively uncommon situation, but I am hoping someone here can point me toward information. I have a fully detached house but,…
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front door - double or single
My husband wants a 48-inch double door to replace our current single door; the house originally had a double door. I worry about entering the…
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mojo
in General Discussion 1 year and 8 months ago
kitchen vents in multi unit brownstones
First time poster, long time lurker. Thanks everyone for posting such great info here. We are redoing a bathroom and kitchen in a brownstone, 4…
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tetz
in General Discussion 1 year and 8 months ago
why i hate radiators :(
[IMG_1737](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s3/:brownstoner:KjVb:img_1737.jpg.jpg)
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rotunda3283
in General Discussion 1 year and 8 months ago
Water seeping through kitchen floor tiles
What would be the main cause of water seeping through kitchen floors after using the kitchen sink? Basement has no water – what would be…
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fgii
in General Discussion 1 year and 8 months ago
Renter's Insurance
I know this group is mostly owners (as am I) but I am wondering if anyone here has a recommendation for a renter’s insurance company?…
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xuytbjicwnofjdde
in General Discussion 1 year and 8 months ago
Contractor for cellar (repointing, benching, etc)
Does anyone have a current recommendation for a subcontractor for cellar work? repointing, benching, new slab, etc. Not a finished / habitable space, but just…
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tetz
in General Discussion 1 year and 8 months ago
why i hate radiators :(
[IMG_1737](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s3/:brownstoner:KjVb:img_1737.jpg.jpg)
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xuytbjicwnofjdde
in General Discussion 1 year and 8 months ago
Contractor for cellar (repointing, benching, etc)
Does anyone have a current recommendation for a subcontractor for cellar work? repointing, benching, new slab, etc. Not a finished / habitable space, but just…
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Tucker
in General Discussion 1 year and 8 months ago
Bathroom floor problems
[IMG_8025](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s3/:brownstoner:sH42:img_8025.jpeg.jpg) This is a new bathroom floor with new subfloor. I am have a problem with the 1” mortar that was installed on the rock…
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reccomand1nyc
in General Discussion 1 year and 8 months ago
Load bearing wall removal?
Hi wise neighbors.. Looking for some input on wall removal..I have what is most certainly a load bearing wall separating my kitchen & living room…
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xuytbjicwnofjdde
in General Discussion 1 year and 8 months ago
Professional to identify what is original in 1845 house
As I think about making upgrades and replacements, I’d like to know what is original or not to the house. I’ve gotten lots of opinions…
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fgii
in General Discussion 1 year and 8 months ago
Renter's Insurance
I know this group is mostly owners (as am I) but I am wondering if anyone here has a recommendation for a renter’s insurance company?…
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justinromeu26
in General Discussion 1 year and 8 months ago
Singh Lumber
I just had the pleasure of visiting singh hardwoods down in the rockaways. they have a lot stuff including something like 70 species of wood…
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