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cblinc

in Drywall and Insulation 13 years and 9 months ago

Plaster Ceiling discoloration

Plaster Ceilings are showing new discoloration or possible water stain. I am not ruling out a leaky pipe, but, recently we found and repair/clean mold…

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M

in Plumbers and Plumbing 13 years and 9 months ago

New condensing boiler for sale

Selling a new unused triangle tube Prestige excellence boiler PE 110. The reason for selling is It doesn’t fit. Please contact if interested. thanks

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Cocg

in Appliances 13 years and 9 months ago

Repair for Breville blender?

Anyone have a recommendation for a Brooklyn or Manhattan repair shop that might be able to repair a Breville blender (broken motor)?  Expert Repair on…

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joesalem

in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 9 months ago

CHERRY WOOD POCKET DOORS FOR SALE

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e2e3346ac71b-.jpg A pair of cherry wood pocket doors for sale. They’re in very good condition. They are stripped and sanded. The dimensions are 82″ by 30″…

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esdad697

in Doors & Windows 13 years and 9 months ago

Basement Window Dryer Vent

My dryer vents through a glass pane in basement window. It is falling apart. The house is a 1910 Victorian with what looks like stone walls…

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stevecym

in Metalwork 13 years and 9 months ago

Used Mylen Spiral Staircase Spotted at Long Island Yard Sale

I was at a yard sale this weekend in Southold and the homeowner had a used Mylen spiral staircase sitting in his yard.  It has been…

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guest4

in Furniture 13 years and 9 months ago

Dialogica table for sale (UWS)

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e2dda9b00e7f-.jpg For sale – every reasonable offer considered. Comes with an extension leaf.  Wear and tear on surface & on legs.  Seats 6 comfortably.

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guest4

in Furniture 13 years and 9 months ago

Dialogica table for sale (UWS)

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e2dda9b00e7f-.jpg For sale – every reasonable offer considered. Comes with an extension leaf.  Wear and tear on surface & on legs.  Seats 6 comfortably.

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wg123

in Exterminator 13 years and 9 months ago

Does anyone know of a reliable exterminator to treat termites?

I have termites in my brick Brooklyn basement.  If anyone has a referral to someone affordable and reliable, please let me know.

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astrograss

in Moving and Storage 13 years and 9 months ago

I need to have a couch moved from my apartment to the sidewalk TODAY!!

I need to have a sleeper sofa moved from my Cobble Hill apartment to the sidewalk today. 2 movers is necessary. 1 flight up after…

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kissiffer4

in Insurance 13 years and 9 months ago

Brownstone BUILDING insurance

Hi, I hope somebody can help with this. We are relatively new owners in our building (3 family brownstone – condo) and looking over the…

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11231

in Counters 13 years and 9 months ago

Cork countertops good in kitchen? Where to get?

Pros and cons cork countertops in kitchen?  Any place display them in NYC?  Thanks,

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haven19

in Landlord 13 years and 9 months ago

Lease Rider for Garden Apartment

We are going to be renting out the garden apartment of our house for the first time.  The apartment comes with exclusive use of the…

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mpcmpc

in Decks and Porches 13 years and 9 months ago

Good source for ipe wood?

We’re building a small deck in our back yard. Can someone recommend a good source for ipe wood? We are in Greenpoint, near queens.  Thanks…

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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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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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dittoburg

in Radiators 13 years and 9 months ago

Anyone know of reproduction cast-iron radiator vendors?

My internet searching has lead me to multiple British companies (seems to be all the rage over there) but the only one I’ve found in…

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architecturalimagery

in Decks and Porches 13 years and 10 months ago

Backyard Deck Renovations - Contractor Recommendations??

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4dffe438ced76- Hi,  I am looking for a reputable, experienced, & inexpensive contractor to build a small backyard deck in the rear of a Condo in…

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arewedoneyet

in Facade and Brownstone Repair 13 years and 9 months ago

Cornice repair/replacement

We have a landmarked brownstone with a cornice that is decaying. I’m looking for advice on repair and/or replacement. I believe that it is wood…

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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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