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CGmodern

in General Discussion 6 years and 4 months ago

roofer for patch

hi. anyone have a good roofer they can recommend for a (hopefully) simple patch job in CG? i’m out of town so can’t do it…

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Updated 6 years and 3 months ago

santos

in General Discussion 6 years and 3 months ago

New Doors

Before and after of a jod done by us. [20191209_113212](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s3/:brownstoner:404j:20191209_113212.jpg.jpg)

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Updated 6 years and 3 months ago

mozeeatupu

in General Discussion 6 years and 3 months ago

Lighting by Gregory similar store

Since Gregory closed, where are people shopping for lights, with selection and a knowledgeable sales staff?

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Updated 6 years and 3 months ago

kimthorn10

in General Discussion 6 years and 3 months ago

Alternative gas supplier

Has anyone in Brooklyn found a good alternative natural gas supplier other than National Grid ?

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Updated 6 years and 3 months ago

Guest User | 0 secs ago

Commercial Steam Boiler Repair Recommendation

We have a commercial steam boiler that has too much water. We changed the lower water cut off, MM water feeder, but the water is…

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Updated 6 years and 3 months ago

stuyheights

in General Discussion 6 years and 4 months ago

Roofer recommendation & solar

Closing on a 2 unit double duplex we plan on holding as an investment property. The property needs a new roof and I have gathered…

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Updated 6 years and 3 months ago

sixyearsandcounting

in General Discussion 6 years and 4 months ago

repetitive background noise - mechanical malfunction?

Hi, this post is on behalf of a friend who has lived in her building for several years without any major issues. Recently she has…

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Updated 6 years and 4 months ago

Guest User | 0 secs ago

Seller agent asking buyer for pre approval.

Seller agent asked me(buyer no agent) to bring my pre approval, I do not plan to give a full ask offer. Should I get pre…

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Updated 6 years and 4 months ago

Guest User | 0 secs ago

Cost of an Extension

I’m looking for ballpark figures on a one story extension with a deck on top. We’d like extension would be the full width (16’7″) but…

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Updated 6 years and 4 months ago

jjq

in General Discussion 6 years and 4 months ago

Residential SOLAR: Does it make sense in NYC?

I would be very curious if someone who has done a recent residential solar install could publish his/her cost-benefit analysis… or simply the SPECIFIC installation…

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Updated 6 years and 4 months ago

mstamib

in General Discussion 6 years and 4 months ago

Outlier Reno Estimate

We are looking at a gut reno in a home that has some structural issues and needs some specific structural remediation, including shoring up, steel…

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Updated 6 years and 4 months ago

Guest User | 0 secs ago

selling an apartment with permits pulled

Will having all permits for a full gut Reno be able to get me more $ when selling.

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Updated 6 years and 4 months ago

true

in General Discussion 6 years and 4 months ago

Seeking parlor kitchen storage around fireplace ideas

I’m looking for creative ideas on how to add more kitchen storage in a parlor kitchen with a fireplace and the standard, 3 tall windows.…

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Updated 6 years and 4 months ago

Amym718

in General Discussion 6 years and 4 months ago

Why is discussion closed on posts from just a couple of months ago?

That’s it.

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Updated 6 years and 4 months ago

santos

in General Discussion 6 years and 4 months ago

Red oak stair

red oak staircase before and after [20170426_102238](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s3/:brownstoner:Loyk:20170426_102238.jpg.jpg)

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Updated 6 years and 4 months ago

sherry.parnes

in General Discussion 6 years and 4 months ago

Stair repair or replace?

I know there have been a few posts regarding looking for service providers for stair repair, however my question is looking for personal experiences on…

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Updated 6 years and 4 months ago

pmody

in General Discussion 6 years and 4 months ago

Free bluestone

There are around 8 rectangle pieces – approx 24″ x 36″ and some scrap pieces. Leave contact info if interested. TY. [IMG_7080](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s3/:brownstoner:QIUQ:img_7080.jpeg.jpg)

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Updated 6 years and 4 months ago

berry

in General Discussion 6 years and 4 months ago

NYC Code for fence height on a raised deck?

Looking for facts on deck fence height limit on a backyard deck raised 4 ft above grade, a 6ft fence would put it 10ft above…

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Updated 6 years and 4 months ago

true

in General Discussion 6 years and 4 months ago

Buying Q: how to de-risk gap between mortgage commitment letter and closing?

About to go into contract on our first property (2-family) and am realizing that there’s quite a risky part of the closing timeline. I’m wondering…

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Updated 6 years and 4 months ago

Amym718

in General Discussion 6 years and 4 months ago

ISO new home for our interior parlor doors and removal advice

We are looking to remove the interior double doors to the front parlor. (I know, I know. Just trust me that we’re not carpet-bombing our…

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Updated 6 years and 4 months ago

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