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Tin Ceiling / Roof Leak
On Sunday during remnants of Henri we noticed a few drops of water come down from our ceiling (we are on top floor of brownstone).…
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stephenrosen
in General Discussion 4 years and 7 months ago
Is there a way to save/fix original hardwood floor that is warped/buckling?
We had leaks over the weekend, although we caught them shortly after they started, and I now noticing the original hardwood floor turning upwards between…
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brendaisastarr
in General Discussion 4 years and 7 months ago
Privacy trees?
Hi- just purchased a brownstone in bayridge… we are looking to plant tress across one side of the house in lieu of a fence given…
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debrsimjzzpe
in General Discussion 4 years and 7 months ago
Certificate of non-harassment
Hello – I have a simple question about a complex issue. I am in the process of converting a SRO into a two family building.…
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houseinftgreene
in Plumbing 4 years and 7 months ago
Smart meter fiasco - Obstruction for smart meter installation for Con Ed
Are anyone experiencing the same problem I’m having? Con ed sent twice a contractor to install the smart meter this summer. However, there’s a metal…
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Tucker
in General Discussion 4 years and 7 months ago
Estate Liquidation
Selling my parents townhouse in Park Slope and need to find someone to help to sell all furniture and stuff. Can anyone recommend a company…
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suebklyn
in General Discussion 4 years and 7 months ago
Advice on Water coming in through back door
I recently purchased a new brownstone and noticed when there’s a heavy rainstorm water will come in thru the bottom of the door. I’ve had…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Hydronic radiant floor heating questions
Hi, I’ve read through all of the posts concerning radiant floor heating and still have some questions. We are in the process of planning a…
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krobertson
in General Discussion 4 years and 7 months ago
Documenting apt condition at move-in
Any best practices / recommendations for documenting move-in condition of an rental apt? I use a simple checklist and take a few timestamp photos of…
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papersix
in General Discussion 4 years and 7 months ago
Electrical line an exterior air-shaft
A unit in our building has proposed to wire up a new high-ampage electrical line from the main breaker in order to accommodate a stove/oven…
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nathanjoe755
in General Discussion 4 years and 7 months ago
Building Surveyor firms?
Hello, I am looking for recommendations for building surveyors, structural engineers and/or forensic technicians. The building I live in is looking for a buildings expert…
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marianna.wiebicke
in General Discussion 4 years and 7 months ago
Lights in the room flicker when switching on a plug
Hey, I live in a large house converted into flats. In the living room, when I turn on any plug (e.g. mac charger with a…
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Tucker
in General Discussion 4 years and 7 months ago
Free baby grand piano in Park Slope
If anyone is interested please contact me @ 917 833-3487
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marinecorps32
in General Discussion 4 years and 7 months ago
Bedford-Stuyvesant Walnut Bookcase
We need space, so our beautiful walnut brownstone bookcase, originally from a brownstone in the neighborhood, has to go. Any suggestions where to sell would…
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kqiktdnhezxvbz
in General Discussion 4 years and 7 months ago
Pocket Door Repair
Hello, I recently moved into an apartment and the pocket door in our bathroom drags, preventing it from closing. Does anyone have anyone they would…
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bocuckoo
in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago
Shed | Grandfathered Dimensions and Rec to Build
We have a large shed that was on the property when we purchased with a mortgage etc. It is 12’x20’x9′ high. It is deteriorated and…
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kironighbfulsma
in General Discussion 4 years and 7 months ago
Weekly Cleaning Service - Carroll Gardens recommendations?
Hi everyone! Does anyone have a recommendation for cleaning person or service for weekly routine house cleaning? New to the neighborhood. Thank you!
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migueltorres
in Bath & Kitchen 4 years and 7 months ago
Adding pull-out trash and recycling drawer under counter
There is a large gap in the base cabinets of our kitchen where the previous owners had a wine cooler (pictures below). The gap is…
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