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decoart
in General Discussion 2 years ago
Deck depth off Brooklyn multi-family
I’m renovating a brooklyn 3-family. I’d like to add a deck off the rear of the 1st floor. It’s a 30 ft backyard. What’s a…
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justinromeu26
in General Discussion 2 years ago
Wide, pine door outside 40 garfield place right now
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theklaandduncan
in General Discussion 1 year and 11 months ago
Evaluation of maintenance needs for small condo building
Our small 3 unit condo would like to retain an advisor/consultant to assess near and medium term maintenance needs (roof, etc.) so we can determine…
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theklaandduncan
in General Discussion 1 year and 11 months ago
Property Management Firms for Small 3-Unit Condo in PH
Can any one recommend a property management firm suitable for a 3-unit owner occupied condo condo building in prospect heights? We are looking for basic…
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cwdecatur
in General Discussion 2 years ago
Extend an existing extension?
Has anyone ever built an extension to an existing extension? I’m curious if it’s possible/advisable to add width to an existing 3 floor extension on…
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xuytbjicwnofjdde
in General Discussion 2 years ago
Recommendation for steam radiator pro
Our steam heat system seemed to have been working fine, but now (last three weeks) it feels like several radiators don’t work, or only work…
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RobertGMarvin
in General Discussion 2 years ago
I've long used the verb "remuddle", from Old House Journal, to describe badly
remodeling an old house. This morning I learned a MUCH better verb on the NPR comedy show “Wait Wait, Don’t Tell Me”. It’s “to grimthorpe”,…
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decoart
in General Discussion 2 years ago
Rental Advertisment timeline
I have a high end condo in Manhattan. The tenants are leaving in 2 months. How long prior to lease expiration do these type of…
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jondee
in General Discussion 2 years ago
Contractor license has expired
All, Whats the best way to handle this? Contractor license has expired, and he’s unable to renew due to financial issues.
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tetz
in General Discussion 2 years ago
what are these kitchen countertops called?
are they good to put in a rental apartment? https://imgur.com/a/Drna9yn
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briannaareche
in Doors & Windows 2 years ago
Original windows
Any advice on repairing original brownstone windows? The windows all work, but need new sills and rails, in some cases. I know there are companies…
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Krisdan47
in General Discussion 2 years ago
Clearing snow from rooftop deck
We had a few inches of snow last night. I have a rooftop deck with a wooden flooring. Do I need to clear the snow…
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weseemhassan
in General Discussion 2 years ago
Can anyone recommend a consultant/advisor that can help close out older permits?
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weseemhassan
in General Discussion 2 years ago
Can anyone recommend a consultant/advisor that can help close out older permits?
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angela7606
in General Discussion 2 years ago
Needed: Rubber Mat for Sidewalk Cellar Door
Hi all Where is the best place to buy one of these?? I am looking to better protect from rain seeping through my flat cellar…
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angela7606
in General Discussion 2 years ago
Needed: Rubber Mat for Sidewalk Cellar Door
Hi all Where is the best place to buy one of these?? I am looking to better protect from rain seeping through my flat cellar…
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xuytbjicwnofjdde
in General Discussion 2 years ago
Garden floor bathroom smell
We have garden floor with a full bathroom. Lately it seems like there is a constant smell in there. The cellar is right below that…
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trini73diva
in General Discussion 2 years ago
Tile work
Anyone recommend someone for tile work in the Brooklyn area? Looking to have the old backsplash removed and replaced.
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