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cjs
in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 2 months ago
Alt 1 in a Tight Time Frame?
We are about to renovate a townhouse and are using bank financing for the project. The bank requires that we start the work within 30…
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jarnow4
in Architecture 14 years and 2 months ago
Looking for engineer for foundation issues
We have a broken sewer pipe in the foundation with cracks in the wall above it. We’d like to have a structural engineer determine how…
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realestate
in Plumbers and Plumbing 14 years and 2 months ago
Navien Tankless Hot Water heater - pros/cons/other brands?
Our contractor is recommending a Navien tankless hot water heater for our 3 story brownstone (legal 2 family). Further, I believe he recommends installing in…
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bk_homeslice
in General Contractors 14 years and 2 months ago
2 family duplex to a 2 family and 1 floor rental.
Hey everyone, I wanted to ask how difficult would it be to convert this double duplex to a owner’s triplex and a 1 floor rental? …
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mysteriousbrunette
in Electricians 14 years and 2 months ago
Electrician
Please recommend an electrician. I would like to increase the power to the apartment. Thank you.
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louisel
in Exterminator 14 years and 2 months ago
scratching in the wall in evening and night on top floor - I'm thinking a squirrel, how do I get him out ?
There is an industrious scratching in the wall on the top floor of my house, mostly in the evening and at night. It is not…
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bling
in Real Estate - General 14 years and 2 months ago
Quadriad Realty Permanent Affordable Housing Leases?
Quadriad claims that they offered to their Williamsburg Project on North 3rd Street permanent affordable housing rent leases. They promised to not go to market…
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guikazoid
in Painters and Painting & Stripping 14 years and 2 months ago
Highly Recommend - Painter & Plaster Pro
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e6ec3b80f762-.jpg We got this recommendation off of Brownstoner and this guy really came through. We called Jose (347-548-4173) to discuss his rate and he was…
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jarnow4
in Architecture 14 years and 2 months ago
Looking for engineer for foundation issues
We have a broken sewer pipe in the foundation with cracks in the wall above it. We’d like to have a structural engineer determine how…
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guikazoid
in Painters and Painting & Stripping 14 years and 2 months ago
Highly Recommend - Painter & Plaster Pro
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e6ec3b80f762-.jpg We got this recommendation off of Brownstoner and this guy really came through. We called Jose (347-548-4173) to discuss his rate and he was…
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beeninbrooklyn
in For Sale 14 years and 2 months ago
For Sale: Designer LAX Desk from MASH Studio (PIC)
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e6d4a3576c7c-.jpg This is the ultra fashionable wall-mounted LAX Desk from MASH Studios. It’s in pristine condition and measures 58″ x 20″ x 15″. We set…
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bennybushwick
in Electricians 14 years and 2 months ago
Electricians
I am about to use Cierello to do some work in my bathroom and he may not be available on the day that i need…
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bennybushwick
in Electricians 14 years and 2 months ago
Electricians
I am about to use Cierello to do some work in my bathroom and he may not be available on the day that i need…
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ebsjb
in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 2 months ago
Recommendation for Grand Renovation?
Has anyone used Grand Renovation, listed in the directory, for brownstone renovation jobs? Or can you recommend a GC? We are purchasing a landmark Bed-Stuy…
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brickstone
in Roofers 14 years and 2 months ago
Roofer Experience
I am considering using Premier Roofing to replace my roof. Has anyone used them and if so, were you happy with their work? Thanks!
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hc
in Driveways, Patios, Sidewalks and Steps 14 years and 2 months ago
Skilled concrete labourer for finish and saw cuts
I am looking for a skilled concrete laborer who can help me with a small front yard approx 10 x 15, need someone who can…
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sunbury
in Roofers 14 years and 2 months ago
Vent on roof - and chimney leak
I had ocassion to go on the roof because tenants noticed top of non-working fireplace was damp on one side and there a watermark on…
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steam_man
in Garden Design and Maintenance 14 years and 2 months ago
Landscape Designer or Architect
My building is looking to do some landscape work and we have an awful lot of area (1/4 acre) to work with. We have a…
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