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jaskin

in General Discussion 2 years and 11 months ago

Mini Split Condenser in Front of Building?

Hi, I am renovating a 3-unit townhouse in Clinton Hill (NOT landmarked). We are installing mini split units throughout the home. We currently have the…

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LisaFG

in General Discussion 2 years and 11 months ago

Help with Landmarks Application?

I’m undertaking several energy efficiency projects in an historic district, including solar panels, new windows and rooftop compressors for a heat pump. I’d like to…

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dindy

in General Discussion 2 years and 11 months ago

Ceramic Bas Relief

I am reposting this query, hoping someone knows someone who remove could use this bas relief. The fireplace will be removed in the next few…

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ahnyst.smalls

in General Discussion 3 years and 1 month ago

What do you wish you knew?

We’re closing soon on a brownstone that hasn’t been updated in decades. We’ve only lived in apartments and I expect it’s going to be a…

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dindy

in General Discussion 3 years and 6 months ago

metal sink

I am wondering if anyone knows anything about this sink ? I think it says July 2, 1858 ? Could it be powder coated and…

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bklynmak

in General Discussion 2 years and 11 months ago

ConEd demands 100 to 200A electrical upgrade, then ghosts me for 6 months.

Hi, All. As part of an electrical inspection for a gut renovation, ConEd said they needed to upgrade our connection to the grid from 100…

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writerross

in General Discussion 2 years and 11 months ago

Crown Heights Beautification: Nostrand Ave Street Tree Care

Clean Up Crown Heights is seeking volunteers for September 10th and 18th for street tree care along Nostrand Avenue. Volunteers will help clean up litter,…

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writerross

in General Discussion 2 years and 11 months ago

Crown Heights Beautification: Nostrand Ave Street Tree Care

Clean Up Crown Heights is seeking volunteers for September 10th and 18th for street tree care along Nostrand Avenue. Volunteers will help clean up litter,…

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shatz

in General Discussion 2 years and 11 months ago

Hardscaping(pavers)/Fence Contractor

Does anyone have any recommendations for a contractor to install hardscaping (pavers) and fence for a small backyard in Williamsburg? Thanks in advance

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milos

in General Discussion 2 years and 11 months ago

Sewer line complications

Hi all, lucky to be living back in the family home that I grew up in – generations 3, 4 and now 5 represented in…

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milos

in General Discussion 2 years and 11 months ago

Sewer line complications

Hi all, lucky to be living back in the family home that I grew up in – generations 3, 4 and now 5 represented in…

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hannalessinger

in General Discussion 2 years and 11 months ago

Venting bathroom through ceiling into cockloft

Has anybody had experience with a top floor bathroom with only a ceiling vent? I would like to put in a light fixture/vent fan that…

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bklynmak

in General Discussion 2 years and 11 months ago

ConEd demands 100 to 200A electrical upgrade, then ghosts me for 6 months.

Hi, All. As part of an electrical inspection for a gut renovation, ConEd said they needed to upgrade our connection to the grid from 100…

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shatz

in General Discussion 2 years and 11 months ago

Hardscaping(pavers)/Fence Contractor

Does anyone have any recommendations for a contractor to install hardscaping (pavers) and fence for a small backyard in Williamsburg? Thanks in advance

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Guest User | 0 secs ago

Rev-a-Shelf 3 Drawer Wood Pilaster System

Recently completed a kitchen reno and got sent an extra one of these by mistake. I’m unable to return if anyone is interested in purchasing…

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Guest User | 0 secs ago

Rev-a-Shelf 3 Drawer Wood Pilaster System

Recently completed a kitchen reno and got sent an extra one of these by mistake. I’m unable to return if anyone is interested in purchasing…

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ib28

in General Discussion 2 years and 11 months ago

Homeowners Insurance Broker?

We are new brownstone purchasers and are looking for a broker recommendation for homeowners insurance. I’ve looked on here but most of the posts are…

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otaydzic

in General Discussion 2 years and 11 months ago

Contractor/subcontrator for deck & stairs?

I’m back again to ask for advice about a project that seems never-ending. I have an approved permit application (required by my co-op) for metal…

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sphil305

in Renovation 2 years and 11 months ago

Free: 2 antique pedestal sinks

I have two antique pedestal sinks that were removed from a 100+-year-old house in New Jersey. One is porcelain/ceramic and has a round basin, the…

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smileyface

in General Discussion 3 years ago

Good Lawyer Reco?

Hi guys — I’ve had a nightmare of a reno with a contractor not doing their job properly and an architect that went MIA. Has…

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