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BrookBridges
in Construction 13 years ago
Small Budget - Acting as your own General Contractor?
We just closed on a small two family house. It needs everything, but our budget is small. Has anyone acted as their own GC? I have the names…
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rrmwzsxyjntpaloh
in Television 13 years ago
FLATSCREEN WALL MOUNT
I’D APPRECIATE A RECOMMENDATION FOR SOMEONE WITH EXPERIENCE TO INSTALL A FLAT SCREEN TV ON A WALL, IF IT IS POSSIBLE. THERE IS A SLIDING…
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ferney1c
in Architecture 13 years ago
Choosing Architects and Contractors for the renovation of my Brownstone
I am in the process of choosing professionals for the renovation of my brownstone – particularily Architects and Contractors. I’ve seen several recommendations on this…
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bisteak
in For Sale 13 years ago
Free - Salvaged Wood Trim
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/501010fe6f3fe-.jpg Free salvaged wood trim — various lengths & patterns, most nails removed. Six bundles of 3-4 boards each.
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11231
in Other 13 years ago
Time Warner v. Verizon Internet High Speed Service?
Which better, faster? Thanks.
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M
in Carpenters and Woodworkers 13 years ago
Handyman to patch holes
Looking for someone to patch some holes in the wall. Some holes are already filled but need some work ( tape, plaster and be flush…
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brooklynight
in Zoning 13 years ago
New Contruction covered up side of my brownstown and all windows
Hello Everyone, Im new to this very informative forum and I have a question regarding steps to procede with my issues. Three years ago the…
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hpk4871
in Co-Op Related 13 years ago
Individual Rights in a Co-op
I own in a small walk-up with about 8 owners. A couple of owners have been late and delinquent in their monthly maintenance, making the…
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SG
in Architectural Salvage 13 years ago
For Sale: Metal Spiral Stair with Oak Treads - $675
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/502e7ae4d0b85-.jpg Metal Spiral Stair with 30″ wide Oak treads, was set up with 13 treads at 8.75″ rise, but is adjustable. Currently disassembled and ready…
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nancy sullivqn
in Electricians 13 years ago
GFCI receptacle, can 2 be installed in same box? Help Electricians!
I installed two double GFCI outlets in the same box coming off the same hot and nuetral. only the first one works down the line(daisy…
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ea3421
in Building Code 13 years ago
Convert from (Store + 2 Family ) in M1-2 to 2 Family
I’d like to convert a Store+2Family mixed use building in an M1-2 zone into a 2 family (strictly residential use). Is it possible to convert…
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AllisonMW
in Chimney and Fireplace 13 years ago
ISO Painter for Fire Escape
Hello, we need the fire escape on our building to be painted and do not know where to look for people who do this kind…
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sd
in Construction 13 years ago
Question for all you code junkies out there -- Deck depth greater than 8'?
The DOB nixed our 10-foot deck, saying it could only be 8 feet deep. The way I read the code, it can extend 8 feet…
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johnmarrison
in Bath & Kitchen 13 years ago
Kitchen faucet, low water pressure?
Hello all, My kitche faucet puts out very low water pressure, I have even replaced the airrator on the thing and still very little to…
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11231
in Other 13 years ago
Time Warner v. Verizon Internet High Speed Service?
Which better, faster? Thanks.
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burnttoast
in Lawyers and legal service 13 years ago
Owners use in rent stabilized building-- lawyer recommendations?
I was looking to see if anyone had any recommendations to share for a laywer who has an expertise in the area of owner…
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greencat
in Mortgage 13 years ago
Refinancing investment property
Hi brownstoners, I have an investment property that I bought about 6 years ago, and has an interest only loan for another 4 years. My…
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dbcoops
in Boiler Repair 13 years ago
Looking for Old Boiler - Will pay toward cost of New One
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/502d48085d5e3-.jpg IF anyone is interested in upgrading and replacing their old boiler – depending on year/model – I have an offer. If you have a…
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