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PleasantPlainer
in DIY 13 years and 9 months ago
Repairing water damaged floor joists - what joist hangers for brick?
Hi, I have to reinforce a few floor joists that are “moderately” water damaged on the 2nd floor of a 100 y/o brick row house.…
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thither
in Appliances 13 years and 9 months ago
A/C shopping tips?
Hi all. I’m moving to Brooklyn from San Francisco, and having grown up around here air conditioning is kind of a foreign language to me. …
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bubu
in Lighting 13 years and 9 months ago
Would you replace recess lights and ceiling fan by yourself or hire electrician?
I need to replace them today, but much complicated than I thought. Would you hire electrician or can you do by your self? How much…
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dodgechris
in Locksmith and Security 13 years and 9 months ago
Intercom system Aiphone vs. Comelit
Hi Brownstoners, I’m wondering if anyone has any experience with intecom systems. I’m looking to install one and wondering whether the price difference between an…
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dodgechris
in Locksmith and Security 13 years and 9 months ago
Intercom system Aiphone vs. Comelit
Hi Brownstoners, I’m wondering if anyone has any experience with intecom systems. I’m looking to install one and wondering whether the price difference between an…
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guest4
in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 9 months ago
2nd picture of mantel
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e2dd9c070a6c-.jpg 2nd picture of mantel to be given away.
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arewedoneyet
in Bath & Kitchen 13 years and 9 months ago
Corian fabrication
We need some corian fabricated for the decking of a bath tub as well as a vanity top. Any recommendations? Thanks
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intheair
in Agents and Brokers 13 years and 9 months ago
Would like to refinance, need a broker
I own a mixed use building and would like to refinance it. I need the interest deduction. Anyone recommend a good Mortgage broker? One that…
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fritz
in Real Estate - General 13 years and 9 months ago
Anyone have experience co-owning a property as a Tenancy in Common (TIC)?
By TIC I am referring to the type of arrangement at the top of this page: http://www.new-york-new-york-real-estate.com/t1.html I own 2 row houses in Brooklyn and…
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mystiky
in Plumbers and Plumbing 13 years and 9 months ago
Is using PVC pipe for waste now legal in NYC?
Someone menitoned to me that since June 2010, it is now legal to use PVC pipes in a single family houses in NYC (Brooklyn) as…
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SMR
in Insurance 13 years and 9 months ago
Calculating condo replacement cost?
We are in contract for a DUMBO condo and are getting quotes for walls-in (HO6) insurance. As relocating California suburbanites we have no idea how…
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guest4
in Lumber and Building Materials 13 years and 9 months ago
Free - letter box
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e3036bc7d746-.jpg Made in USA (I think), new never installed letter box by Auth-Florence. I have the semi-recessed collar but you can order the full surface-mount…
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bedstuywalla
in Flooring 13 years and 10 months ago
recs on inexpensive flooring refinisher?
Hi all, Anyone know of an insured (no need to be licensed), and inexpensive wood refinisher who can sand/stain the existing floors and strip some…
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bedstuywalla
in Electricians 13 years and 9 months ago
Advice on Electrical estimate?
I’m about to buy a brownstone that needs some standard electrical upgrading including: * installation of 100 amp 208 volts 20 circuit panel box *…
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reno101
in Chimney and Fireplace 13 years and 9 months ago
Fireplace Surround Finish
Hello All, We are restoring the cast iron surround of our non working Victorian marble fireplace. We are undecided on the finish, flat or…
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calle3441
in Architecture 13 years and 9 months ago
Architect / Designer for Rooftop Deck
Looking to redesign and possibly expand the rooftop deck for a 35-unit condo in Park Slope. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated. We are not…
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pcvhaiti
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 9 months ago
Past Illegal Work: Problems with Changing C of O?
I am considering putting an offer on an non-landmarked brownstone that needs a lot of work and we would be seeking a major renovation, including a…
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guest4
in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 9 months ago
Free: Pickup from UWS
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e2dd75ad5d2c-.jpg 1) Wood mantel – looks like it’s never been painted, either poplar or oak, can’t tell. Very clean, but has condition issues on one…
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