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lucie

in General Discussion 2 years and 9 months ago

Tenants: we need help urgently to remove radiator from the small room

Well… it is too hot for them, but they do not want us to lower the thermostat. They asked 2 weeks ago. We responded that…

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sue19721107

in General Discussion 2 years and 9 months ago

2 Family Conversion estimate

…I have an unusual 2 family investment property that appears to be worth more as a 1 family than a double…….It has had periodic updates…

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katerina

in General Discussion 2 years and 9 months ago

Advice for sound-rated apartment door?

We are interested in upgrading the front door to our apartment (between our condo and the common area hallway) to something that will do a…

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Updated 2 years and 9 months ago

lucie

in General Discussion 2 years and 9 months ago

Tenants: we need help urgently to remove radiator from the small room

Well… it is too hot for them, but they do not want us to lower the thermostat. They asked 2 weeks ago. We responded that…

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solehappy

in General Discussion 2 years and 9 months ago

passive house caliber entry doors?

anyone finding anyone that is doing this kind of work in the greater new york area? i want to replace my existing double doors with…

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stovalljanet23

in General Discussion 2 years and 9 months ago

Clawfoot tub for sale

Sorry reposting this is in general discussion! Beautiful tub in great condition. I bought it on an online auction and it’s a little big for…

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Updated 2 years and 9 months ago

msre

in General Discussion 2 years and 9 months ago

Waterproofing of basement floor - recommendations needed

Hi, We’d really appreciate any advice about our basement floor waterproofing! We’ve had our basement flood twice when the city sewer system could not handle…

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greenbanc

in General Discussion 2 years and 9 months ago

Landmark Preservation Commission Certificate of Appropriateness extension

Does anyone know if the LPC approves extensions to expiration of approvals due to the Covid pandemic? What is the process to get an extension…

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greenbanc

in General Discussion 2 years and 9 months ago

Landmark Preservation Commission Certificate of Appropriateness extension

Does anyone know if the LPC approves extensions to expiration of approvals due to the Covid pandemic? What is the process to get an extension…

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oxalis100

in General Discussion 2 years and 9 months ago

Small mason job

Any recommendations for a handyman/mason who can fix up a row of bricks at the base of stairs under a stoop? SOme are missing/loose and…

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Updated 2 years and 9 months ago

tsgrlc

in General Discussion 2 years and 9 months ago

Experience with Velux openable skylights on flat roofs?

I have an old-school pyramid skylight on a typical townhouse low-pitch roof (the pitch is about 1 foot ofrise per 10 feet of run). Velux…

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trini73diva

in General Discussion 2 years and 9 months ago

Cleaning service

Can anyone recommend a cleaning person or company in Brooklyn?

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Updated 2 years and 9 months ago

aliciag

in General Discussion 2 years and 9 months ago

LL152 for a building with no gas?

Does anyone know of a good (read: cheap) service that does the LL152 certification for buildings with no gas hookups? It seems the definition of…

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trini73diva

in General Discussion 2 years and 9 months ago

Which loan do you suggest for renovation

For anyone who has done a major renovation/full gut job. Which did you go with or suggest between a HELOCs Vs Home Equity Loan?

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trini73diva

in General Discussion 2 years and 9 months ago

Which loan do you suggest for renovation

For anyone who has done a major renovation/full gut job. Which did you go with or suggest between a HELOCs Vs Home Equity Loan?

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oxalis100

in General Discussion 2 years and 9 months ago

Small mason job

Any recommendations for a handyman/mason who can fix up a row of bricks at the base of stairs under a stoop? SOme are missing/loose and…

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trini73diva

in General Discussion 2 years and 9 months ago

Cleaning service

Can anyone recommend a cleaning person or company in Brooklyn?

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stovalljanet23

in General Discussion 2 years and 9 months ago

Clawfoot tub for sale

Sorry reposting this is in general discussion! Beautiful tub in great condition. I bought it on an online auction and it’s a little big for…

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stovalljanet23

in Bath & Kitchen 2 years and 9 months ago

60” Clawfoot Tub for Sale

beautiful tub just a little big for my bathroom This is the Craigslist Ad: 60” cast iron heritage clawfoot tub

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phoffy

in General Discussion 2 years and 9 months ago

Grass recommendation for shady backyard

I have a shady and muddy backyard. Looking for a grass, clover, or something that I can walk on that I preferably don’t have to…

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