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cdix999
in Renovation 5 years ago
Renovations That Do Not Fix Existing Code Violations
Hi all, First time homeowner who went straight for a landmarked rowhouse, built in the early 1900s. We’re about to gut renovate one of three…
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cjc25
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 5 years ago
Will inspector check for other unpermitted work?
I recently bought a house in queens that has done some work without a permit but nothing you can see from the street. I would…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
What inspections will be done at the end of a renovation?
This is probably a newbie question but here goes… When our renovation is finishing up in a couple of months (hopefully), what inspections will be…
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dawsonchris789
in General Discussion 5 years ago
Exterior grade paint spec for brick
Hi All, Wondering if anyone has painted their brick facade (exterior) and what paint spec they selected
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eliz
in General Discussion 5 years ago
Doorbird or ABB intercom advice, for multifamily?
We are weighing doorbird (IP entry solution) and ABB (wired solution with some cloud enhancements) and wonder if anyone has experience using either system in…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Can we save our original parquet floors?
Our contractor was going to sand and poly our original floors on the parlor level, 12″ oak squares, but after an attempt to sand them…
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deva
in General Discussion 5 years ago
Easy to maintain deck and fence?
Hello dear brownstoners, I am getting ready to fix up my backyard and trying to figure out what material to use for fencing and decking.…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Historic Door Advice
I just wanted to share that Steve Cymbalski from The Tinker’s Wagon was super helpful and took the time to respond to several questions about…
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thompson.molly99
in General Discussion 5 years ago
replacing Swiss Madison wall mounted toilet
i recently for a wall mounted Swiss Madison toilet but it does not flush that well (need to do it twice). Is it possible i…
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chloebk
in General Discussion 5 years ago
Handles for a Magic Chef cooker.
Hello, I have just got what I think is a Magic Chef cooker and it’s minus one handle. Any ideas of how I could land…
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ajeb
in General Discussion 5 years ago
saving two trees that have been girdled?
Sadly our neighbors girdled two giant trees in their backyard facing the back of our building. The trees provide amazing shade and green in the…
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lkrshacmzcy
in General Discussion 5 years ago
Acrlyic Tub Repair
Does anyone have a trusted referral for a Bathtub Repair? Unfortunately COVID took a hit on my current referral and now we are without someone…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Original solid oak doors available
I am renovating my townhouse and I have around 10 original solid oak doors that I won’t be able to use. I would happily give…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Hiring an architect
Hi all, We’re in the process of interviewing/hiring an architect for small scale renovations. Any tips on what to look for and/or questions to ask?…
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cece
in General Discussion 5 years ago
Banquette dining table
Any recommendations for someone local who could build a sturdy, functional, stylish banquette style dining nook? Or another way to buy one?
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peiris88
in General Discussion 5 years ago
Polyurethane Injection
After having some recent repairs done, it appears our house is settling. One sign is that new doors are no longer in alignment. Does anyone…
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cobblehillhome
in General Discussion 5 years ago
New townhouse owner - many insurance questions!
Hello all — I’ve read through ALL past 3 years of insurance-related questions on this site. My summary: – Most/half of you use Brownstone Agency…
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bocuckoo
in General Discussion 5 years ago
Backyard Concrete Pour
Looking for a recommondation for a contractor to pour concrete in a rowhouse backyard. Our effort to grow grass has failed so looking for a…
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