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alvin
in General Discussion 2 years and 3 months ago
Salvage opportunity
Late 1800s front yard gate free, curb alert 34 7th Avenue. .. between Sterling and St John’s.
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alvin
in General Discussion 2 years and 3 months ago
Salvage opportunity
Late 1800s front yard gate free, curb alert 34 7th Avenue. .. between Sterling and St John’s.
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eamonnsbest
in Heating and Cooling 2 years and 3 months ago
Whole house fan
Hi all, I’m considering installing a whole house fan and wanted to hear from anyone who has done this. How did install go and how…
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bbrc
in General Discussion 2 years and 3 months ago
Cleaning the stairwell stain glass skylight
We have a stain glass skylight in the stairwell of our brownstone, and I’d love advice on how to clean it (and keep it clean).…
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arewedoneyet
in General Discussion 2 years and 3 months ago
pricing and recommendations for under-stoop security gates
I’m getting bids for replacement gates and have gotten a range from $1,500-$10,000. In the $1,500-$2,500 range are standard, stock gates with straight bars. In…
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arewedoneyet
in General Discussion 2 years and 3 months ago
Brownstone repair
Hi All, I’m getting ready to replace my under-stoop gate and will need to get some brownstone repaired afterwards. I’m looking for recommendations on vendors…
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arewedoneyet
in General Discussion 2 years and 3 months ago
Brownstone repair
Hi All, I’m getting ready to replace my under-stoop gate and will need to get some brownstone repaired afterwards. I’m looking for recommendations on vendors…
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arewedoneyet
in General Discussion 2 years and 3 months ago
pricing and recommendations for under-stoop security gates
I’m getting bids for replacement gates and have gotten a range from $1,500-$10,000. In the $1,500-$2,500 range are standard, stock gates with straight bars. In…
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stickman
in General Discussion 2 years and 3 months ago
Recommendation for brick repair
Hi, I have a chimney where the mortar has receded and the brick needs repointing. The area is somewhat hard to reach. Does anyone have…
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greenbanc
in General Discussion 2 years and 4 months ago
Internet wiring and security system
Do people have recommendations how to optimize wiring for internet service is a 4 story house? Also, do you have recommendations for security systems (video…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Electrician Recommendations
Hi All – I’m looking for recommendations for rewiring (yep, fully rewiring) a brownstone in Crown Heights with lots of original plaster molding. We’ve done…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Security Camera System
What are the options for security camera system beyond Ring and the other cloud-based storage systems ? Can an electrician install one?
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Security Camera System
What are the options for security camera system beyond Ring and the other cloud-based storage systems ? Can an electrician install one?
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cynthiab
in General Discussion 2 years and 3 months ago
Basement Walls
I have read so much in the Forum on this topic but all embedded in various threads, so looking for a straightforward answer. I just…
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cynthiab
in General Discussion 2 years and 3 months ago
Basement Walls
I have read so much in the Forum on this topic but all embedded in various threads, so looking for a straightforward answer. I just…
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ajseeste
in General Discussion 2 years and 4 months ago
How many Amps and will ConEd Provide it?
Hello! I’m renovating a 1-family home in Queens to be all electric. That’s going to include: Induction cooktop, Heating, AC, Steam Shower, Electric Car charger,…
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cfgernon
in Exteriors 2 years and 3 months ago
Scaffolding by neighboring building requiring covering my Manhattan brownstone
Which includes keeping me from use of my backyard garden Permitted? Do I get compensated? A lawyer experienced in drawing up contracts in this regard?
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yusuf
in General Discussion 2 years and 3 months ago
Marble mantles for sale
We have extra two marble mantles since we won’t keep all of our fireplaces after the renovation. I could imagine someone else would like to…
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