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deanbh
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 3 months ago
rbny broker?
can a rbny broker refuse to co-broke with a non rbny broker? had an interesting situation last week where a rbny broker refused to deal…
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brooklyntoqueens
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 12 years and 3 months ago
Paint removal from the facade of a 2 family landmark brick building
I have a landmark violation because the previous owner of my 2 family had the brilliant idea of painting the facade. I now need to…
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NewOwner
in Garden 12 years and 3 months ago
ISO composter - tumbling or metal
Hey, Brownstoners. Does anyone have a tumbling or metal composter sitting idly in the back of your garden? I’m in the market for something off…
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anon200
in Roofers 12 years and 3 months ago
Tree pit enlargement
Anyone know the best way to have a sidewalk tree pit enlarged? Someone I know suggested that the Dept of Transportation will do it themselves:…
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deanbh
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 3 months ago
rbny broker?
can a rbny broker refuse to co-broke with a non rbny broker? had an interesting situation last week where a rbny broker refused to deal…
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AstralOil
in Roofers 12 years and 3 months ago
Unusual radiator bleed valve type
I’ve got a bleed valve on one radiator in the house (hot water heat) that started leaking this morning and outright failed today. Turns out…
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stickerhappy
in Plumbing 12 years and 3 months ago
Reducing height of vent pipes on roof?
I wanted to put a roof deck on our building, but there are 3 or 4 four foot tall metal 3″ vent pipes coming up…
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hbranty
in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 10 months ago
How to resolve kitchen counter ending at window?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/51caf74dcd88c-.jpg Would like to have one continuous countertop with cooktop and undermount sink but long wall dead ends at window…and space between back wall and…
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brooklyn72
in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 10 months ago
Kitchen cabinet suppliers
Hi does anyone have any recommendations on kitchen cabinets suppliers in Brooklyn? Thank you in advance.
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BobtheHugo
in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 8 months ago
Advice on remodeling kitchen in a rental
Hi, all. I’ve lived in my rent stabilized apartment for 18 years, and it looks like I will never get to buy anything now that…
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brooklyntoqueens
in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 6 months ago
Bathroom and kitchen fixtures and appliancs
Any suggestions for websites where we can look at different brands and tiles of fixtures/appliances? We are about to start a gut renovation job and…
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psyence
in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 5 months ago
Custom Floating Shelves Build/Installation?
Hi all, I’m looking to have some floating shelves built and installed, but I’m having some trouble locating someone to do the work. I’ve already…
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CGmodern
in Doors 13 years and 7 months ago
looking for a carpenter for entry doors
our double entry doors need a bit of repair to the edges before they are painted…also need the mortis and handle set installed. anyone have…
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downsizer
in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 5 months ago
ForSale 2:New Ikea Lillangen 15"cabinets & Sink
Brand new items…Never installed/used but are assembled. Would return but tossed boxes. Cabinets are black/brown and frames are included Perfect for small bathroom. $120\. takes…
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marybrkln
in Doors & Windows 12 years and 3 months ago
I need to replace one window in my Fort Greene brownstone.
I’ll say at the outset that although I would love to have old glass, alas, I am just a renter and the window that is…
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sometomato
in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 5 months ago
Seeking cabinet makers who work with repurposed wood
Hi, I am new to this forum, but I’m re-visiting a popular topic. I am collecting names/getting estimates from cabinet makers who have a good…
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slopebob2233
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 3 months ago
Bleeding boiler and hot water heater
I have a 3 family house in Bed Stuy with baseboard heaters along the walls. One of the rooms doesn’t get enough heat. 1) is…
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stuyheights
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 3 months ago
Unique 3 family brownstone reno project. Need help on where to get started.
After looking for months for a Brooklyn Brownstone, it looks as though we finally found one. I was really hesitant about purchasing a flip, because…
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