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anton

in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 10 months ago

Selling Almost New Blanco Stainless Steel Sink

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fb98bb70d29e-.jpg We are selling an almost new undermount Blanco Precision 30″ x 17″ x 10″ deep stainless steel sink. Undermount clips included, drain is not…

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Updated 13 years and 10 months ago

fhtudor

in Foundation 13 years and 10 months ago

Termite damage

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fb995ae76f1a-.jpg Hi All, first time posting to the forum and would love to get some termite advice from those who’ve had experience. We’re about to…

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fhtudor

in Foundation 13 years and 10 months ago

Termite damage

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fb995ae76f1a-.jpg Hi All, first time posting to the forum and would love to get some termite advice from those who’ve had experience. We’re about to…

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anton

in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 10 months ago

Selling Almost New Blanco Stainless Steel Sink

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fb98bb70d29e-.jpg We are selling an almost new undermount Blanco Precision 30″ x 17″ x 10″ deep stainless steel sink. Undermount clips included, drain is not…

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asimplenoise

in Conversion 13 years and 10 months ago

Converting a 'so-so' 3 family to a 1 family

Was wondering if anyone could help me understand a range of cost to convert a row house set up as 3 apartments into a nice…

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lockey2k

in Inspection 13 years and 10 months ago

What you did or wish you did before purchasing a brownstone?

Thanks in advance for all your help.  Long time reader, first time poster. I am in the process of considering to purchase a brownstone/building either…

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chelseagirl

in Carpenters and Woodworkers 13 years and 10 months ago

EXPANDING DOORWAY, ADDING DOOR--??

hello. we want to expand the doorway to the living room of our brownstone (it is very narrow and looks weird), and add french doors…

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Updated 13 years and 10 months ago

vttobk

in Radiators 13 years and 10 months ago

Original cast iron in wall radiators for sale

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fb7e135e8b24-.jpg Five in wall cast iron radiators for sale as brownstone renovation underway.  31 X  20 X 5.5″, 44.5 X 20 X5.5″, 36 X 20…

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huesos

in Boiler Repair 13 years and 10 months ago

Gas Boiler Installer Needed for Job in (how do I put this?) Manhattan!

Sixteen unit co-op wants to do a conversion from #2 oil to gas this summer. Will be looking for a company that plays nicely with…

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Updated 13 years and 10 months ago

theoperadiva

in Architecture 13 years and 10 months ago

Has anyone worked with Jamie Principe and/or Gail Greenberg (Architects)?

We’re about to embark on a full brownstone renovation, and our contractor (with whom we’ve worked and have a great working relationship) has suggested we…

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theoperadiva

in Architecture 13 years and 10 months ago

Has anyone worked with Jamie Principe and/or Gail Greenberg (Architects)?

We’re about to embark on a full brownstone renovation, and our contractor (with whom we’ve worked and have a great working relationship) has suggested we…

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chelseagirl

in Carpenters and Woodworkers 13 years and 10 months ago

EXPANDING DOORWAY, ADDING DOOR--??

hello. we want to expand the doorway to the living room of our brownstone (it is very narrow and looks weird), and add french doors…

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joab

in Decks and Porches 13 years and 10 months ago

Can anyone recommend someone who can rebuild a small wooden deck?

I have a  small 16 year old wooden deck that needs to be replaced on a brownstone in Park Slope.

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morningsideres

in Appliances 13 years and 10 months ago

Dishwasher in Prewar buildings

Hi, I live in a prewar building and our house rules don’t allow dishwashers, does anyone have experience with making a case for requesting a…

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Updated 13 years and 10 months ago

mysteriousbrunette

in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 13 years and 10 months ago

Permit for electrical work.

I went on a fishing expedition.  This is the info i found.  The Bureau  of Electrical Control no longer exists.   There is a phone…

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Updated 13 years and 10 months ago

snappyglitter

in Quality of Life 13 years and 10 months ago

Window Screen Filters?

Hola folks!  I need some assistance here.  I live on a **very** busy street and get the usual dust, car/truck/bus exhaust, etc. that makes my…

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Updated 13 years and 10 months ago

bdstuygrdner

in Garden 13 years and 10 months ago

Recommendation for Company that Performs Garden Lead Soil Remediation

Eco-Brooklyn just finished isolating the old lead tainted soil in our backyard redesigning our garden, and making it into a safe space for children and…

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SMR

in Metalwork 13 years and 10 months ago

Complicated sheet metal job

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fb5271ad8564-.jpg We bought a GE island range hood for our loft and would like to have someone make a custom cover for the flue.  GE…

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Updated 13 years and 10 months ago

mvdub

in Plumbers and Plumbing 13 years and 10 months ago

water meter installation

I need to have a water meter installed. Is this something that any plumber can do, or must one consult a specialist?

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Updated 13 years and 10 months ago

parkslopemom

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 7 months ago

Intercom repair

Today’s floods shorted out our house intercom system (wires in cellar got soaked).  Any recommendations on person/company who is great at intercom repair?

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Updated 13 years and 10 months ago

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