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fullpricepod
in General Discussion 3 years and 5 months ago
Buying a House with DOB Issues
We’re looking at purchasing a house with a Stop Work Order, open job filings from 12 years ago, and 3 violations (2 DOB and one…
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briminghamer
in General Discussion 3 years and 5 months ago
Inspections for Type 1 alteration
I’m planning on making a cellar addition to the back of my house, as I understand that’s a type 1 alteration and it would require…
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andrew.smith
in General Discussion 3 years and 5 months ago
Leaking/Clogged Vent Stack
We had a leak in our kids 2nd floor bedroom where an exposed pipe that leads to the roof vent was dripping right where it…
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Augustiner
in General Discussion 3 years and 5 months ago
Understanding the ConEd bill: Demand Delivery
Is it possible that the ConEd charge labeled ‘Demand Delivery’ (which is 40% of my total bill) is not an actual consumption charge, but an…
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conorl
in General Discussion 3 years and 5 months ago
Enclosing Area Under Stoop
I’m looking at trying to close and weatherproof the area immediately under my stoop. Right now it’s just got a large metal security door. Anyone…
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insulation for exterior walls of brick house
Our house is brick. Our GC says he needs to build 4.5 inch walls along each exterior wall and fill them with insulation. For two…
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briminghamer
in General Discussion 3 years and 5 months ago
Inspections for Type 1 alteration
I’m planning on making a cellar addition to the back of my house, as I understand that’s a type 1 alteration and it would require…
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studiosfw
in General Discussion 3 years and 5 months ago
Anyone has regrets for getting a townhouse
I’ve lived in condos my whole life, but I always dreamt of living in a house in the city. I recently found an old TH…
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laurenpacker123
in Plumbing 3 years and 5 months ago
Antique Plumbing Restorer or Plumber
I recently had the leg of the clawfoot tub suddenly come off and I am trying to find someone to help me fix it in…
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visit.susan
in General Discussion 3 years and 5 months ago
Architect for rooftop addition?
We plan to add one story atop our three-story brownstone. I’ve met with one architect I really liked and who has experience doing this, but…
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trini73diva
in General Discussion 3 years and 5 months ago
Carpenter
Anyone recommend a carpenter? I’m looking to have a nonsupport wall/doorway put up to separate the main house from the rental apt.
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trini73diva
in General Discussion 3 years and 5 months ago
Carpenter
Anyone recommend a carpenter? I’m looking to have a nonsupport wall/doorway put up to separate the main house from the rental apt.
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nyc0411
in Renovation 3 years and 5 months ago
How much to re-frame a townhouse that's only a shell? Who does this work?
I’m eyeing a brick townhouse that is essentially a brick shell. The brickwork is great, but inside of that it will all need to be…
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kqiktdnhezxvbz
in General Discussion 3 years and 5 months ago
Custom Mantel Mirror
Im looking for someone to build a mirror for me with specific dimensions that will be a little ornate so it looks like an old…
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casabrooklyn
in General Discussion 3 years and 5 months ago
Clogged Sewer Line
We have a 2-family, and last year in January, we had a clogged main sewer line. The plumber snaked it outward and found some wipes,…
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oldhome
in General Discussion 3 years and 6 months ago
Containment of Dust and Asbestos
Hello, We live next door to a brownstone that is having a gut renovation. We have an infant at home and both parents working virtually.…
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katdov
in General Discussion 3 years and 5 months ago
Split system installer
Hi. I’m looking to install a wall mounted split system to replace the hack job that was done 7 years ago. (Sadly it’s unsalvageable ).…
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yigii
in General Discussion 3 years and 6 months ago
Electronic ignition systems for boiler
Hi Hi My 15 years old Weil Mclain boiler keeps giving me trouble. The pilot light keeps going out. And we got the suggestion to replace the…
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