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terryhoppy

in General Discussion 2 years and 3 months ago

old brownstone doors

Recommendation for experienced person to remove old brownstone exterior doors off, set up temporary door and then replace old brownstone exterior doors.

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Updated 2 years and 3 months ago

terryhoppy

in General Discussion 2 years and 3 months ago

old brownstone doors

Recommendation for experienced person to remove old brownstone exterior doors off, set up temporary door and then replace old brownstone exterior doors.

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stickman

in General Discussion 2 years and 3 months ago

Gutter replacement

Hi, I live in a brownstone with a flat roof. The fascia has started to rot and it appears some of the water overflows over…

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stickman

in General Discussion 2 years and 3 months ago

Gutter replacement

Hi, I live in a brownstone with a flat roof. The fascia has started to rot and it appears some of the water overflows over…

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voytek

in General Discussion 2 years and 3 months ago

Antilia Wading Pool Glass Sink | K-2369

I have two glass Kohler sinks for sale. Perfect condition. https://www.wayfair.com/Kohler–Antilia-Wading-Pool-Vessel-Bathroom-Sink-2369CGB11-L588-K~LBPR5371.html?refid=GX518705193255-LBPR5371&device=c&ptid=1487426938687&network=g&targetid=aud-976909299068:pla-1487426938687&channel=GooglePLA&ireid=162981588&fdid=1817&gclid=CjwKCAjw5pShBhB_EiwAvmnNV8IpPTGYsqqzBm7Od8DPRIrF3zSZdbijjaBPNI_c5bx3bJ634FPUxRoClz4QAvD_BwE [Screenshot 2023-03-30 at 8](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s3/:brownstoner:JSgJ:screenshot20230330at8.05.58pm.png.jpg) 9one7306013seven

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voytek

in General Discussion 2 years and 3 months ago

Antilia Wading Pool Glass Sink | K-2369

I have two glass Kohler sinks for sale. Perfect condition. https://www.wayfair.com/Kohler–Antilia-Wading-Pool-Vessel-Bathroom-Sink-2369CGB11-L588-K~LBPR5371.html?refid=GX518705193255-LBPR5371&device=c&ptid=1487426938687&network=g&targetid=aud-976909299068:pla-1487426938687&channel=GooglePLA&ireid=162981588&fdid=1817&gclid=CjwKCAjw5pShBhB_EiwAvmnNV8IpPTGYsqqzBm7Od8DPRIrF3zSZdbijjaBPNI_c5bx3bJ634FPUxRoClz4QAvD_BwE [Screenshot 2023-03-30 at 8](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s3/:brownstoner:JSgJ:screenshot20230330at8.05.58pm.png.jpg) 9one7306013seven

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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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evanscot

in General Discussion 2 years and 4 months ago

Florex Glass?

I’m in need of a large piece of textured Florex (sometimes called Florentine) glass, 36″ x 34 5/8″. I’ve tried a few local shower/mirror shops…

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djones

in General Discussion 2 years and 4 months ago

Need recommendations

Hello everyone, new to the board. My wife and I plan to renovate our apartment this summer and are interested in any recommendations anyone has…

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Updated 2 years and 3 months ago

alvin

in General Discussion 2 years and 3 months ago

Reuse, repurpose, recycle

Hello fellow Brownstone owners -I have a wonderful Victorian hall mirror that I’d like somebody to use. I only need $75 for it. Size is…

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markwalker

in General Discussion 2 years and 3 months ago

Kitchen design fees

What do you think of this: an individual we contacted to build some cabinets wants $1200 just to come out to the house to discuss…

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greenbanc

in General Discussion 2 years and 4 months ago

Electric subpanel

We are rewiring the house as part of a renovation. Do people recommend adding an electric subpanel or is the main electric panel in the…

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Updated 2 years and 3 months ago

greenbanc

in Exteriors 2 years and 4 months ago

Chimney contractor

Can you please recommend a reliable chimney contractor to rebuild and reline the chimney on the roof our townhouse in Brooklyn? Thank you

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Updated 2 years and 3 months ago

xuytbjicwnofjdde

in General Discussion 2 years and 4 months ago

Kudos for Home Inspection by Steve

Just had a great a experience with Steve Cymbalsky, who I found here on the forum. He spent several hours going through every inch of…

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Updated 2 years and 3 months ago

true

in General Discussion 2 years and 3 months ago

DOB Visit Protocol

I’ve read several comments stating or suggesting that you not let a DOB representative in your house. If someone from the DOB comes to your…

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Updated 2 years and 3 months ago

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Less than a full-service Property Manager but more than a Super?

(I know there are older posts that touch on this, but none of the ones within the past year seem to be the right fit.)…

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Updated 2 years and 4 months ago

fms44

in General Discussion 2 years and 5 months ago

House inspection

Big thumbs up for the recent inspection of our house by Steve Cymbalsky www.brownstonehomeinspection.com 347-813-9635 stevehomeinspection@yahoo.com Safety first: Steve alerted us to a gas leak…

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Updated 2 years and 4 months ago

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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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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ahnyst.smalls

in General Discussion 2 years and 4 months ago

Hang new fixture on old gas pipe

We have a gas pipe where I assume an old chandelier used to hang, but it isn’t threaded. I can’t work out how I’m supposed…

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