Forum
Looking for advice about a home improvement project? Want to talk about what’s going on in your neighborhood? Start here.
Find older conversations in our Forum Archive.
Latest Discussions
Post a Topic
gwenchb
in Boiler Repair 13 years and 7 months ago
NEED NEW BOILER? Maybe....
I have a very old boiler in my 4 story brownstone, steam heat. Last winter I had all the radiators resized and checked. He did…
3
bklyngurl
in Heating 13 years and 7 months ago
looking to change the old steam heaters in m house to the smaller, sleeker models any one know of a good contractor/company that can do this. thanks
looking to change the old steam heaters in my house to the smaller, sleeker models any one know of a good contractor/company that can do…
2
ktm6
in Chimney and Fireplace 13 years and 7 months ago
Fireplace Mantle for sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50468a0670d13-.jpg Carved wood — Height approx 88″ width approx 55″ Mirror included email ktm6@live.com for more pictures and to contact
0
ktm6
in Chimney and Fireplace 13 years and 7 months ago
Fireplace Mantle for sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50468a0670d13-.jpg Carved wood — Height approx 88″ width approx 55″ Mirror included email ktm6@live.com for more pictures and to contact
0
georgereno
in Brownstoner 14 years and 8 months ago
Sidewalk repair
We need to repair our sidewalk for insurance reasons. Any recommendations for specialists or contractors who do this type of work? Thank you.
2
brooklyngersh
in Building Code 13 years and 7 months ago
Backyard fence exit door?
The city of New York has just sent me a violation because I do not have an exit door in my backyard wooden fence. They’re…
9
nhamilto
in Architecture 13 years and 7 months ago
Finding the right kind of Architect
We are about to close on a three family Landmarked townhouse which needs some relatively minor work on the inside and a thorough make over…
0
200line
in Carpenters and Woodworkers 13 years and 7 months ago
Exterior wood contractors
We are looking for contractors skilled in exterior wood work to re-side the front of a wood frame house, including building a new wooden stoop/steps…
0
Barbjean
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 7 months ago
Landmark approved Window Contractors
Has anyone in the last year had Landmark approved windows installed? Any recommendations? Also need outside windows painted on all 4 floors. Thanks.
2
brooklyngersh
in Building Code 13 years and 7 months ago
Backyard fence exit door?
The city of New York has just sent me a violation because I do not have an exit door in my backyard wooden fence. They’re…
0
elbow
in Pest Control 13 years and 7 months ago
Steel Wool Rolls to Ratproof a Yard
I went past the African Burial Ground National Park today and saw that they had removed all the grass and covered the entire unpaved portion…
3
fhtudor
in Construction 13 years and 7 months ago
complete roof tear-off / dormer addition
We’re about to close on on a property with a pitched, shingled roof. The roof is in terrible shape and we knew the house was…
3
happycats
in Flooring 13 years and 7 months ago
Best water based sealer after sanding wood floors?
I might be attempting to hand sand my kitchen floor soon and looking for the least toxic sealer with the lowest VOC’s. I do not…
0
lkpe
in Appliances 13 years and 7 months ago
I'm considering getting a Viking D3 range. Anyone have positive or negative experiences? Thanks.
I’m considering getting a Viking D3 range. Has anyone had positive or negative experiences with it? Thanks.
0
m926bk
in Landlord 13 years and 7 months ago
Notice by Tenants for Lease Non-Renewal?
I’ve read and re-read my current lease and I don’t see any language regarding tenant giving landlord notice for lease renewal or non-renewal at end…
4
Joanna
in Appliances 13 years and 7 months ago
Appliance rental
Has anyone used Rent A Center or another appliance rental company and if so, what did you think of them? I need some appliances for…
0
rcc147
in For Sale 13 years and 7 months ago
Antique BeautyRange Stove offered
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/504355aa16e5d-.jpg Looking for offers for this antique gas stove. In good condition, a couple of minor pant chips. Unsure if working or not. Available for…
0
lifer
in Landlord 13 years and 7 months ago
Another tenant smoking issue
I am landlord of a brownstone on a quiet block in South Brooklyn. I found a note under the main door of the building from…
9
Can’t find the topic you’re looking for?
Find answers, ask questions, and connect with our Brownstoner community.