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newhouse
in Other 13 years and 3 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 13 years and 3 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 13 years and 3 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 13 years and 3 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 13 years and 3 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 13 years and 3 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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pocketdora
in General Contractors 13 years and 3 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 13 years and 3 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 13 years and 3 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 13 years and 3 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 13 years and 3 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 13 years and 3 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 13 years and 3 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 13 years and 3 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 13 years and 3 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 13 years and 3 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 13 years and 3 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 13 years and 3 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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