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nancy sullivqn
in Carpenters and Woodworkers 14 years and 3 months ago
Installing OSB subfloor, NAILS or SCREWS?
I’m installing OSB sheets over an old subfloor in a 3 unit building in Brooklyn. All three floors of the building will be covered. I…
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rbenoff
in Building Code 14 years and 3 months ago
How do you challenge a DOB construction permit?
Does anyone have experience filing a challenge with the DOB to contest a proposed construction project? Our neighbors want to build a big addition on…
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rd684
in About Brooklyn 14 years and 3 months ago
Need inexpensive parking options for one month only - not ongoing
I’m looking for an inexpensive place to park my car safely for one month only. Outdoors is fine. I normally ask friends to move it for…
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stickerhappy
in Doors 14 years and 3 months ago
Adding a door to a metal rolldown gate?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4ef3cf68aa67f-.jpg Is it possible to add a single door entrance within a metal roll down gate (similar to one in photo)? Its just annoying to…
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200line
in Plumbers and Plumbing 14 years and 3 months ago
When should I replace a hot water heater?
The gas hot water heater in my house is 11 years old (stand alone since I have a hot air furnace). I have been told…
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kingston
in Real Estate - General 14 years and 3 months ago
Greenpoint (and environs) Building Owners - New Yahoo Group
Hello, In order to find and promote local Greenpoint-area service providers and share info on local issues, news and development, I have started the Greenpoint…
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flyingdesigner
in Appliances 14 years and 3 months ago
Need Stove Leveller Rec
I have a 48″ range that needs to be leveled asap. Can anyone recommend someone who has both the experience and equipment required for the…
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sakeboy
in Agents and Brokers 14 years and 3 months ago
new homeowner joining the south slope community
Hiya Brownstoners. After a seemingly endless process, I finally bought a townhouse in South Slope. Thanks for being a great resource during the 18+…
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vixg123
in Construction 14 years and 3 months ago
Contractor recommendation needed
Hi all, I am looking for a recommendation for a contractor for a kitchen renovation in a loft apartment. My husband is a fashion designer…
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daveinbedstuy
in Decorative 14 years and 3 months ago
Door woodgraining finished...
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4ef266c2bf7db-.jpg The woodgraining is finished and looks great. It took about 5-6 applications of both color and shellac. The pics make it look brighter than…
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tylerderden1211
in Agents and Brokers 14 years and 3 months ago
Investment Property Financing
TD Bank requires 25% down for investment properties and won’t allow the investment to be in an LLC, only in your own name. Do all…
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tylerderden1211
in Agents and Brokers 14 years and 3 months ago
Investment Property Financing
TD Bank requires 25% down for investment properties and won’t allow the investment to be in an LLC, only in your own name. Do all…
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EugeneDelicado
in Home Entertainment Systems 14 years and 3 months ago
Home Theater and Audio
As part of a gut renovation, I am looking to set up a home theater and whole home audio system. Can anyone recommend a local…
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rd684
in About Brooklyn 14 years and 3 months ago
Need inexpensive parking options for one month only - not ongoing
I’m looking for an inexpensive place to park my car safely for one month only. Outdoors is fine. I normally ask friends to move it for…
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gramercymaam
in Radiators 14 years and 3 months ago
Steam radiators and various parts free to good home
Eight (8) **steam** radiator “Danfoss” controls (Honeywell brand), two column radiators and various radiator valves free to good home. All of these worked when we…
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daveinbedstuy
in Decorative 14 years and 3 months ago
Door woodgraining finished...
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4ef266c2bf7db-.jpg The woodgraining is finished and looks great. It took about 5-6 applications of both color and shellac. The pics make it look brighter than…
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Robyn
in For Sale 14 years and 3 months ago
Bertazzoni Professional Series Range hood -- still in the sealed box
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4ef1fd133990d-.jpg We have a new unopened boxed Bertazzoni Range Hood, retails for $999, under warrany, purchased at Gringer. We are unable to use it, will…
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brooklynhome
in Plumbers and Plumbing 14 years and 3 months ago
Is a grill on a chase necessary?
A chase running up the three floors of our house has a decorative grill about four inches wide that runs up one side all the…
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