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kachuri999

in Heating 12 years and 11 months ago

heating oil company rec's

We currently use Repco Fuel to deliver our heating oil. It’s been ok, but we’re not too thrilled (they’re pretty lax when a service issue…

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cate

in Garden 12 years and 11 months ago

Looking for a gardener

Can anyone recommend a gardener for occasional general maintenance, weeding, clearing of debris, pruning, and planting a few times a year? And can you tell…

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nancy sullivqn

in Building Code 12 years and 11 months ago

Is a Light in the Vestibule required by NYC code?

Is a light in a vestible required for code? The vestibule I’m inquiring about is for a 3 family brick building. It measures 4ft. X…

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hooky

in Architecture 12 years and 11 months ago

Local Source for Steel framed windows and doors?

I found this company online: http://eurolinesteelwindows.com/ But I’m sure there must be a local source for windows and doors like this. Anyone have any recommendations?…

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checklistnyc

in For Sale 12 years and 11 months ago

Curb Alert: new queen box spring FREE

A client got a new Simmons queen bed set and does not need the box spring. It’s brand new in plastic and free for the…

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esther

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago

REALLY Need your Help with Terrace Glass Sliding doors

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50abb71d2431e-.jpg Hello All, I need terrace glass sliding doors. Please see attached. Does anyone know where I can have this made? Can you recommend a…

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paddy5200

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago

St. Vincent De Paul Church alter?

I have searched the internet but cannot find any pictures of the St. Vincent De Paul Church altar, in williamsburg which has been dismantled. can anyone…

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Barbjean

in Doors & Windows 12 years and 11 months ago

Has anyone used Airlite Windows for their landmark windows? Also, has anyone had Trimline windows installed? Help please, Barbjean

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sgtgoger

in Lawyers and legal service 12 years and 11 months ago

looking for a nanny to work 35-40 hrs a week in fort greene. any recommendations?

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gigi

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago

polished concrete floors

hi all. We are renovating a basement where we will put the bedrooms. I want to have a finish with polished concrete floors. Can ayone…

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kmn911

in Electricians 12 years and 11 months ago

How much can I borrow on a 1.2 6family before it's a jumbo loan?

Hi all, ANyone know how much can I borrow on a $1,200,000  6family in Brooklyn, NY before the loan is considered a jumbo loan? thanks…

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lilireno

in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 11 months ago

Millworker to turn old joists into t+g flooring?

Greetings, Can anyone recommend someone to turn old brownstone joists into usable flooring material at a resonable price?  We are removing all our joists and…

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bbmarket

in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 11 months ago

Stair Contractor?

I need a stair contractor for condo combination project. Have had little luck getting any kind of reply – anyone have suggestions here. Also -…

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arkachic

in Building Code 12 years and 11 months ago

Looking for Architect for friend who has flood damage in Neponsit (rockaways)

Hi. I have a friend who had her entire basement flooded and a few feet of her ground floor. She is looking for an architect…

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gprenter

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago

Rental Brokers in Greenpoint

I am looking to move to a 3BR in Greenpoint–preferably with a dishwasher and laundry in the apt or building.  Wondering if anyone can recommend…

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josh moynahan

in Plumbers and Plumbing 12 years and 11 months ago

I would like to sell a very old and ornate pedestal sink

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50aa8d038153f-.jpg hi. I have a beautiful and ornate pedestal sink – at least 100 years old – that I would like to sell.  I have…

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humboldt

in Lawyers and legal service 12 years and 11 months ago

Heating redux

I asked earlier in the week about a cheap-to-install heating system for a 500 sq ft commercial space. I only got 1 answer, which was…

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kachuri999

in Heating 12 years and 11 months ago

heating oil company rec's

We currently use Repco Fuel to deliver our heating oil. It’s been ok, but we’re not too thrilled (they’re pretty lax when a service issue…

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jfacciol

in Lawyers and legal service 12 years and 11 months ago

Paint Stripping

I am looking for recommendations for a paint stripper. Specifically, I want to get the cast iron railing and newel posts in front of my…

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babbo

in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 11 months ago

Adding Windows to Side of House

Hi good people of Brownstoner. I own a 3 story un-landmarked brick rowhouse that is attached on only one side, the open side is perpendicular…

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