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ditmasmom
in Inspection 13 years and 3 months ago
Water Main question
We are about to hire a company to replace our very aging lead water main before we begin some other construction. For those that have…
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Kristine
in Construction 12 years and 11 months ago
Looking for contractor/renovator for small kitchen (7x7) and bathroom (6x6) job. Something modern, but not to Home Depot-y. Ideas?
Want to update two very small spaces.
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rockclimb8
in Garden 12 years and 11 months ago
Wood Door for Sale - Original Brownstone Door, including glass knob
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/517d267cc7276-.jpg I am selling a white wood door from a brownstone that has the original glass knobs on both sides.
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jessicame
in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 11 months ago
Looking for unfinished Mahogany interior doors and baseboards
Hi, I am looking for 3 interior unfinished mahogany doors for my brownstone. Anyone have them to sell? Anyone know of a good salvage resource?…
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strawberry1
in Zoning 12 years and 11 months ago
Is it possible to get a veriance on ZR23- 851
I received an DOB objection because: ZR23- 851 Proposed inner court is contrary in that it shall be no less than 1200 sft and minimum…
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theoperadiva
in Construction 12 years and 11 months ago
ISO: recommendations for Concrete Contractor or Mason for exterior job
Hi All, We’re seeking estimates and a recommendation for a concrete contractor or mason for a 300 sq ft slab in our backyard. Our contractor…
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Juno106
in Electricians 12 years and 11 months ago
Looking for electrician with outdoor experience
Want to add some low-voltage lights to the backyard. Any recommendations greatly appreciated!
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refinancetoolbox
in Financial Services 12 years and 11 months ago
latest on refinance
President Obama on Monday announced new measures to help borrowers refinance their existing mortgages to new loans with lower interest rates and cheaper monthly payments.…
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jeanmarine2
in Taxes 12 years and 11 months ago
Tax Benefits of Converting Legal 3 Family to Legal 2 Family?
Have any of you converted your legal three family to a legal two family and reaped noticeable tax benefits, or know what tax benefits would…
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jeanmarine2
in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 11 months ago
Kitchen Installation in Parts - Brilliant or Crazy Idea?
Must we install a new kitchen all at once or can we do it in 2 pieces (piece 1 – electrical/plumbing/ floors/walls/plaster and appliances; piece…
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theoperadiva
in Construction 12 years and 11 months ago
ISO: recommendations for Concrete Contractor or Mason for exterior job
Hi All, We’re seeking estimates and a recommendation for a concrete contractor or mason for a 300 sq ft slab in our backyard. Our contractor…
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brett195
in Building Code 13 years and 1 month ago
Is a PVC Waste Pipe Legal for 3 Family Brownstone?
I recently purchased a 3 family, 5 story Brownstone in Bed Stuy that has PVC pipe for the waste line. I am being told by…
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elm_bk
in Landlord 12 years and 11 months ago
fabric mulch cover all over my yard - what to do?
Hi – we moved in to a house over the summer and are just now getting to the backyard. There seems to be a layer…
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mistyfaun
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago
the necessity of an architect for whole project?
Hi everyone! I’m a new brownstone owner. I’ve been reading a lot of the forum discussions and it’s been a great help so thank you!.…
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blue1892
in Skylight 12 years and 11 months ago
Buyer's Agent or no Buyer's Agent?
Hi All – looking for a bit of guidance here. We are first time home buyers looking for a 3 Family building in Brooklyn (Bed-Stuy)…
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nardia9
in Garden Design and Maintenance 12 years and 11 months ago
Wood facade contractor
Can anyone recommend a good contractor to do a wood facade? Our house was originally wood but they covered it with ugly fake brick.
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blue1892
in Real Estate - Sales 12 years and 11 months ago
Finding Brooklyn Brownstones on Your Own
Hi All, So, each day I leave work and drive up and down the streets of the areas I am looking to buy for buildings…
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noparkslope
in Skylight 12 years and 11 months ago
Skylight- any problem replacing original?
I have a brownstone with the original glass and metal skylight above the stairwell. It has permanently open louvered vents that through which heat flows…
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nancy sullivqn
in Landlord 12 years and 11 months ago
Fill Soil Available - FREE (South Slope)
About 2-3 yards (cubic yards) of soil fill to be used as construction fill. NOT suitable for gardening or planting. You must pick it all…
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theinvestor
in Real Estate - General 13 years and 1 month ago
Will The Housing Market Lead The US Economic Recovery?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/5137123d29d07-processed-httpchicagoagentmagazinecomwp-contentuploads201205judicialjpg.jpg Seems like the housing market is steadily making its way back to normal, but it is far away from it’s glory days. Then again…
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