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kks
in Decks and Porches 13 years and 10 months ago
powerwashing 3rd story deck
I’m trying to get rid of the mold on a third story deck, and was told that powerwashing with a bleach detergent was the best…
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HomeSweetstuy
in Decks and Porches 13 years and 10 months ago
I am contemplating building a deck off of the parlor. Does anyone have a rec for good reputable contractor? Tips?
Good experiences?
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neighborprospectpl
in Quality of Life 13 years and 11 months ago
Do you hate lawn litter as much as I do?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4df69cd4b070d- I’ve been so annoyed by all of the lawn litter, menus, ads, flyers, etc that get dumped on our property and finally took the…
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es711
in Taxes 13 years and 11 months ago
421-a Tax Exemption Question. Please, advice!
I am considering purchasing a one-bedroom apartment in a new development. The building is not finished yet, and I am one of the first potential…
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neighborprospectpl
in Quality of Life 13 years and 11 months ago
Do you hate lawn litter as much as I do?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4df69cd4b070d- I’ve been so annoyed by all of the lawn litter, menus, ads, flyers, etc that get dumped on our property and finally took the…
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stevennn
in Permits 13 years and 11 months ago
CONCRETE WORK NOT AUTHORIZED - CONCRETE PLACEMENT, FORMWORK,
What is the meaning of the phrase “STEEL REINFORCING NOT PERMITTED” on a permit? Is it to reinforce concrete with steel, or to reinforce steel…
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Edkay
in Flooring 13 years and 11 months ago
Wood Floors
I have a 3-family house in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. After renovating one of the apartments, I have decided to refinish the living room and bedroom floors.…
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slopefarm
in Decks and Porches 13 years and 11 months ago
Deck dilemma
Thanks for comments on my previous deck query. We have a bigger dilemma. We have a 1-story extension with a deck on top. The extension…
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kissiffer4
in Lawyers and legal service 13 years and 11 months ago
Roof rights - Need some advice
Hi, We live on the top two floors of a brownstone in NYC and we are in the process of obtaining ‘roof rights’ from the…
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likemike
in Other 13 years and 11 months ago
Can anyone recommend a good debris hauler for Brooklyn?
I have around 200 bags of 50lb dirt that needs to be hauled out from my backyard. Are there any companies in the city that…
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lapinagile
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 11 months ago
Anyone have Brooklyn This Old House episodes?
Hi all, I’ve been searching everywhere for the 2009 This Old House episodes featuring a renovation of a Prospect Heights brownstone. Can’t find them on…
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esther
in Brownstoner 13 years and 11 months ago
Roof Extension
Hello I am looking for an experienced general contractor who has years of experience with roof extensions, roof decks and bath and kitchen renos. Need…
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stephanie
in Doors 13 years and 11 months ago
FRENCH DOOR for sale - Best offer
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4df40410a0dcc- Interior French Doors glass panes
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glarph
in Agents and Brokers 13 years and 11 months ago
Recommendation for Rental Broker
Hi BStoners, It’s summer rental season and all my graduate students are moving on. I’m not trying to be lazy about finding renters–I’m on an…
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adb
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 11 months ago
Bell Contracting-good? Stanley the Carpenter - bad.
Has anyone had experience with Brooklyn based contractor Bell Contracting? We’re looking to do stucco on the back of our house. I can warn you…
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tracyj
in Co-Op Related 13 years and 11 months ago
What's considered reasonable co-op maintenance?
Apologies in advance … I’m sure this is probably a silly question … but what is considered high maintenance on a co-op unit? I’ve been…
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slopefarm
in Decks and Porches 13 years and 11 months ago
Deck dilemma
Thanks for comments on my previous deck query. We have a bigger dilemma. We have a 1-story extension with a deck on top. The extension…
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Liani
in Doors 13 years and 11 months ago
TWO (2) Interior Doors with Frames /Hardware for sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4df60ba25832f- We just took down the walls that held these two relatively new doors in our home. They are in excellent condition – (just require…
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