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wfrxmhzynkiopcra
in General Discussion 2 years and 4 months ago
Preserving bluestone when Con Ed does work
Con Ed is doing some work on our block and they have painted our sidewalk in a way that leads us to believe that they…
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wfrxmhzynkiopcra
in General Discussion 2 years and 4 months ago
Getting help from a city representative
Our street is having some problems with construction on a city building nearby. We’ve tried working directly with the agency but it hasn’t worked too…
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stovalljanet23
in General Discussion 2 years and 5 months ago
Selling a nearly new heritage cast iron tub
Here’s a link to my Craigslist ad. Hearing all offers It’s a great tub in near perfect condition https://newyork.craigslist.org/brk/for/d/brooklyn-60-cast-iron-heritage-clawfoot/7579249366.html
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terryhoppy
in General Discussion 2 years and 5 months ago
front garden
we are having a rat problem on our block; i hired exterminators to help; however, i am finding burrows again in the front yard; i…
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sheetd
in General Discussion 2 years and 5 months ago
Sisters seeking home in BK brownstone!
Hello! My sister and I are New Jersey natives that are currently living in Harlem. Our landlord raised the rent by $1200 dollars twice in…
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dubaivinylflooring
in General Discussion 2 years and 5 months ago
Hot Water Heating - electric v gas?
In the midst of a reno and trying to determine what type of hot water heating we should install. I’d prefer electric as I’m considering…
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gururoofing
in General Discussion 2 years and 5 months ago
Heat Pump Water Heater Incentives
Hi all, We’re looking to replace our old gas water heater with a new heat pump model. Last year I read about generous incentives from…
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Archiefina
in General Discussion 2 years and 5 months ago
NYC Local Law 31 Lead Paint - Inspector Recommendation
Related to the prior exchange on lead testing: I am writing to ask for recommendations for EPA certified inspectors to perform the required multi-family property…
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katiecwhittle
in Roofing 2 years and 5 months ago
How to find mice coming into my home
how to find where mice are coming into house?
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decoart
in General Discussion 2 years and 5 months ago
Insurance cost for 3-family in brooklyn
I just looked at my bill and I’m getting charged $3858 annually. Is that in the ballpark with what others are paying? I’m using a…
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cynthiab
in General Discussion 2 years and 5 months ago
Looking for a Great Carpenter for Moulding Work
My brownstone has a real patchwork of mouldings — maybe 6 different styles on the Parlor baseboards alone. There are various gaps and damaged mouldings…
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StoopLady
in General Discussion 2 years and 5 months ago
Is this wall crack concerning to you?
It’s concerning to me, but I’m paranoid and know nothing about this stuff. [A1CDE5B7-246F-4481-A33F-2248A20ED7B1](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s3/:brownstoner:KTFl:a1cde5b7246f4481a33f2248a20ed7b1.jpeg.jpg)
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puffy areas of roof
I was checking out my roof recently and noticed 2 or 3 areas where the surface is “puffy”, like when you step on it, the…
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jabennett1993
in General Discussion 2 years and 6 months ago
Gutter facia board separating from wall
Hello, I’m looking for advice on whether I can fix this myself or should hire a pro. My initial thought is to hop on a…
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Hilas113
in General Discussion 2 years and 5 months ago
Intercom camera’s
Any recommendations for intercom cameras for a two family brownstone. Im doing a small renovation and have a few walls open if wires need to…
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8104012
in General Discussion 2 years and 5 months ago
Labor Law 240
Do any homeowners who have experience navigating this have time to chat? I saw a user named “CityRat” post about it years ago. Any help…
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sixyearsandcounting
in General Discussion 2 years and 5 months ago
Exterior masonry repair
Solicited two wildly varying bids for repair of our rear facade and looking for recommendations for a third. Work includes: remove and replace five windowsills,…
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david
in General Discussion 2 years and 5 months ago
Stoop repair or replacement
Our coop on the UWS is looking to repair (or replace if necessary) our stoop. We are not landmarked, but want it to be appropriate…
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