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conorl
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
Flaking Back Wall
Hi. After nearly 3 years of interior renovation, finally seeing the end. However, we’ve not been able to tackle the outside until now. The back…
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brownstone89
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
How long does it take for a DOB Stop Work order to get cleared...
after all infractions have been corrected? I know they have to come to make sure everything is right, but my questions pertains to the waiting…
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cdix999
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
Professional Help Assessing Basement Water Management Options
Hi all. Relatively new owner of a historic row house with a basement. The basement has mild to moderate water problems. When it rains, water…
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cate
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
Fireworks
How are the nightly fireworks this year where you are? Are they as intense as 2020? We’re hearing some that sound like bombs I’ve never…
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ccs1329824937
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
Marvin Window Repair
I have a Marvin Ultimate Wood Double Hung window with a broken balance that needs to be repaired. Vela came to look at it but…
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nathanjoe755
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
Humid Cellar
Hello! So approaching the 1 year mark of owning my little condo with cellar access. Recap: Around August 2020 I removed 90% of the drywall…
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marcosrv.62
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
2 sets of pocket doors for sale
Have two set of pocket doors, one set windowed, the other solid wood. These are heavy, 8 feet, 8 inches high. Pick up only central…
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marcosrv.62
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
2 sets of pocket doors for sale
Have two set of pocket doors, one set windowed, the other solid wood. These are heavy, 8 feet, 8 inches high. Pick up only central…
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cate
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
Fireworks
How are the nightly fireworks this year where you are? Are they as intense as 2020? We’re hearing some that sound like bombs I’ve never…
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brownstone89
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
How long does it take for a DOB Stop Work order to get cleared...
after all infractions have been corrected? I know they have to come to make sure everything is right, but my questions pertains to the waiting…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
NYC Plumbing Code - Sensor Faucet - Ghost Turn On Causing Sink Overflow
Is there anything in the NYC Plumbing Code regarding sensor faucets? Just purchased a condo (new construction) which has sensor faucets (GROHE Minta Touch) installed…
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dindy
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
construction access on my yard
My neighbors are extending their home along the lot line and will need to use a contiguous strip of my property to complete construction. What…
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deva
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
Wooden Patio in Backyard -- Is it Legal
I have a perfectly legal metal deck and railings in my backyard and super ugly cement on the ground. I decided to cover the cement…
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slimc
in General Discussion 4 years and 10 months ago
Roof Inspector
Anyone know of a roof inspector who can inspect, analyze, and report on a new roofing job? I need someone who has no skin in…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
NYC Plumbing Code - Sensor Faucet - Ghost Turn On Causing Sink Overflow
Is there anything in the NYC Plumbing Code regarding sensor faucets? Just purchased a condo (new construction) which has sensor faucets (GROHE Minta Touch) installed…
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sixyearsandcounting
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
Code question re electrical meters and conduit on center of facade
Hi all, so our house and our neighbors across the street who are just starting a major upgrade both have meters and a conduit (sorry,…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Structural damage/property tax reassessment post solar installation?
We’re strongly considering installing solar panels on our brick attached townhouse. We’re engaging with Brooklyn Solar Works because of their reputation and experience. Our main…
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CHM
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
iso carpenter or woodworker who specailizes in custom molding
Hello all, I need to replace some door/window casings in a house that’s over a 100 years old so the regular molding companies like Dykes…
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