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lkpe

in Real Estate - Rentals 12 years and 11 months ago

Should I set up an LLC?

My husband and I bought a three-family house last month, and we’re going to rent out the first floor. Do most people who do this…

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newhouse

in Other 12 years and 11 months ago

Mailbox for garden gate

Can someone suggest where to find a simple black mailbox to hook onto the garden gate beneath the stoop?

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newhouse

in Other 12 years and 11 months ago

Mailbox for garden gate

Can someone suggest where to find a simple black mailbox to hook onto the garden gate beneath the stoop?

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rose10

in Doors & Windows 12 years and 11 months ago

I need to get sound proof windows for a loft space. Can anyone recommend a vendor ? Also there are a number of manufacturers of these windows. Can anyone recommend any in particular?

I  need to get sound proof windows for a loft space.  Can anyone recommend a vendor ?  Also there are a number of manufacturers of…

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workingonit

in Drywall and Insulation 12 years and 11 months ago

Can anyone recommend a mildew specialist?

We have cracks in our exterior wall and I’m pretty certain there is mildew inside the wall.  Can anyone advise me on how to go…

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ittnyc1

in Flooring 12 years and 11 months ago

CONCRETE LOOK TILE FOR MODERN BATHROOM ?

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50077cf29d3e4-.jpg  I had been debating over what tiles to use for my latest bathroom renovation project. I wanted something clean, modern, and of course it…

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AEPE

in Exteriors 12 years and 11 months ago

Doorbell on garden level?

Hi – we live in the lower duplex of a brownstone.  Our electrician has almost convinced us that a doorbell on the garden level is…

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rustydevon

in Landscaping 12 years and 11 months ago

Seeking Landscaper / Nursery recommendations

Hello Brownstoner community,   We have an approximately 8×13′ empty planting bed in front of our 20’w four story brownstone in Clinton Hill. Since we…

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Updated 12 years and 11 months ago

pocketdora

in General Contractors 12 years and 11 months ago

Can I erect a 1000 lb shed on my parlor floor?

I am thinking of building a small wooden cabin inside my apartment to act as an extra bedroom. It’s a parlor floor apartment with a…

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mousta

in Insulation 12 years and 11 months ago

Leinster Asbestos Abatement Recommendation

I know a few people have recommended Leinster before but I thought I would give them a plug. They removed maybe 40 feet of pretty…

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argentina

in Building Code 12 years and 11 months ago

Boiler Conversion and LAA Process

We are undertaking a long-overdue boiler conversion. We have interviewed various licensed plumbers with prices ranging from $8,500 , $9,800 and $13,500. Aside from the…

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rafaelhaney

in Other 12 years and 11 months ago

Where can I find a mosquito netted enclosed hammock?

Hello friends, Must be able to support 400lbs between two trees. Any suggest would be appreciated.   Best regards Rafael Haney

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rafaelhaney

in Other 12 years and 11 months ago

Where can I find a mosquito netted enclosed hammock?

Hello friends, Must be able to support 400lbs between two trees. Any suggest would be appreciated.   Best regards Rafael Haney

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zucchini88

in Heating 12 years and 11 months ago

Oil Tank

Just looked at a house in Brooklyn that has an old oil tank in the basement.  The owner has already converted the house to gas…

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352now

in Heating 12 years and 11 months ago

Splitting steam system?

Hi me and my partner live in a 4 story home, to avoid conflict we’ve decided that we need to have 2 separate heating systems…

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nyc_sport

in Appliances 12 years and 11 months ago

Viking Refrigerator Repair

We came home tonigt to a dead refrigeator.  Despite many complaints about Viking refrigerators, this is the first needed repair in almost 15 years.  No…

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dylan621

in Co-Op Related 12 years and 11 months ago

Should Condo Associations Be Incorporated?

I had assumed that my condo association was an LLC or corporation but when I searched on the NY Dept of State website I couldn’t…

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JimmyLegs

in Masonry 12 years and 11 months ago

Water accumulating under stoop steps

In the little chamber under my steps there is always water or evidence of its presence. As far as I know, there are no pipes…

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dylan621

in Co-Op Related 12 years and 11 months ago

Should Condo Associations Be Incorporated?

I had assumed that my condo association was an LLC or corporation but when I searched on the NY Dept of State website I couldn’t…

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clairebear246

in Agents and Brokers 12 years and 11 months ago

Broker v. landlord responsibility

Several months ago, I broke my Park Slope lease in accordance with its terms (no penalties with 30 days’ notice). My landlord was fine with…

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