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isabelscharenberg

in Heating and Cooling 3 months ago

Searching for a contractor that is familiar with HVAC Fujitsu Mini Split (with Wifi Moduls)

The contractors who put in our HVAC Fujitsu system no longer service Brooklyn and i am looking for someone who also has a Fujitsu system…

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Updated 1 month ago

sphil305

in Real Estate - General 1 year and 1 month ago

When should I start the eviction process for a tenant with consistent late payments?

I have a tenant who pays half of the rent at the beginning of the month and then the other half at the end of…

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Updated 1 month ago

fmb78

in General Discussion 2 months ago

Large brownstone door glass pane disposal / rehousing

Hello. We just had the glass in our brownstone entry doors replaced. I’m unsure of how to dispose of the old panes. (I do not…

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Updated 1 month ago

deanbh

in Plumbing 12 years and 3 months ago

Water usage per apartment?

Hi, Hoping to get some collective advice from the brownstoner hive – We live in a small brownstone building in Brooklyn heights, looking at our…

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Updated 1 month ago

BobMarvin

in General Discussion 1 month ago

Roof Inspection —Recommendation and Endorsement

Steve Cymbalski (Brownstone Home Inspection LLC) inspected my roof recently and I just received his written report. As you might expect from Steve’s many helpful…

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samtsegaye

in Garden 2 months ago

Backyard fence for townhouse

Hello – Has anyone used Trex composite fencing for their backyard fencing? If yes, would love to hear some thoughts on it as it is…

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Updated 1 month ago

ken.ruck

in Decks and Porches 2 months ago

Hot tub on roof

Looking for recommendations on firms able to place a hot tub on the roof of a 10 year old cinder block structured building. Need a…

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Updated 2 months ago

sphil305

in Home Buying 2 months ago

Cheapest Home Insurance Broker – Where Can I Find One?

Looking to buy home insurance and I don’t care about extras, bells, or whistles. I only want the absolute cheapest policy that still counts as…

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Updated 2 months ago

sphil305

in Bath & Kitchen 2 months ago

Best Places to Find One-Wall Kitchen Cabinets in Brooklyn

Looking to outfit a one-wall kitchen in Brooklyn for a studio apt. I need good-quality cabinets that are functional, stylish, and fit a compact layout.…

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Updated 2 months ago

samtsegaye

in Garden 2 months ago

Backyard construction and design

i live in middle village and there are companies here that work locally in this area, middle village, maspeth, ridgewood. more working class areas. i…

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Updated 2 months ago

khfoster

in Renovation 2 months ago

Videoagrapher for Brownstone Construction

Hello Brownstoner Community, I am undertaking a full gut renovation and rear extension of a landmarked brownstone in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn, and I’m looking for…

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ladybug

in General Discussion 1 year and 10 months ago

can anyone recommend a post-construction cleaner?

Hello, our apartment had some drywall work done and it’s very dusty so I’m looking to hire a post-construction cleaner. Can anyone recommend someone or…

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Updated 2 months ago

sphil305

in Renovation 3 months ago

Brooklyn cost to replace existing window (not landmark)

What is the ballpark cost per window to replace an existing one in Brooklyn? Do contractors charge just for labor if I order the window…

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Updated 2 months ago

deancollins

in General Discussion 3 months ago

Intercom repair guy/installer recommendation

Just wanted to give a shoutout/recommendation for Yaroslav at Melsteph Inc ( Melsteph.inc@gmail.com – 347-634-1761) We are over here at Henry St Brooklyn Heights and…

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Updated 2 months ago

@elizabeth12

in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 2 months ago

Gas Piping System Periodic Inspection Certification

Hi! Can anyone recommend a reasonably priced licensed plumber who can do an inspection certification for the DOB? Thank you, Elizabeth

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Updated 2 months ago

kwar

in General Discussion 2 months ago

water and sewer service line protection question

I’m wondering whether people have had good or bad experiences with American Water Resources water/sewer service line protection program? All of the posts I can…

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Updated 2 months ago

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New GC or Home improvement contractor needed

I’m going through hell trying to find a contractor to take over my project I need help can anyone recommend someone to me please

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Updated 2 months ago

umanish

in General Discussion 3 months ago

Accessible space under stoop

Has anyone opened up the space under their stoop? I feel like many buildings I see have an accessible space under the stoop that can…

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Updated 2 months ago

rachelchancey

in Renovation 2 months ago

steam radiator refinishing

can anyone recommend a company that picks up, sandblasts, powder coats and then delivers steam radiators? I have found at least one place that will…

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Updated 2 months ago

sphil305

in General Discussion 2 months ago

Am I crazy if I put a sign on my garbage can telling people not to toss their trash unless they live here?

I don’t have pets, but people walking by keep throwing their dog poop bags into my trash bin. By the time I take my own…

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Updated 2 months ago

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