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umanish
in General Discussion 1 month ago
Accessible space under stoop
Has anyone opened up the space under their stoop? I feel like many buildings I see have an accessible space under the stoop that can…
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rachelchancey
in Renovation 1 month ago
steam radiator refinishing
can anyone recommend a company that picks up, sandblasts, powder coats and then delivers steam radiators? I have found at least one place that will…
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sphil305
in General Discussion 1 month ago
Am I crazy if I put a sign on my garbage can telling people not to toss their trash unless they live here?
I don’t have pets, but people walking by keep throwing their dog poop bags into my trash bin. By the time I take my own…
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bartonlewis1
in Heating and Cooling 1 month ago
Oilheat to gas conversion
I want to convert from oilheat to gas or at least consider it, mainly to save money. I get mixed messages as to whether converting…
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smileyface
in Renovation 1 month ago
Local Contractor Recommendations
Hi — I have a few challenges and looking for some local contractors that are familiar with working with brownstones and details. Challenge(s): 1 -…
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BobMarvin
in Bath & Kitchen 1 month ago
Walk In Tubs
How difficult would it be to replace our 1899 claw foot tub with s walk in tub? I’m interested in a basic tub with a…
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owest
in General Discussion 2 months ago
Basement Waterproofing
Any recommendations for masons/water-proofing contractors that repoint basement stone walls where mortar has failed?
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victoria.art.director
in Decks and Porches 1 month ago
Installing a small Deck - Carpenter Suggestions?
I’m installing a small 6′ x 6′ deck w a bench built in outside an existing back parlor door – so approx 9′ off the…
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emilycgbk
in General Discussion 1 month ago
Looking for internet and other electronic systems help
The prior owner of our house set it up with lots of fancy systems, but we can’t get the internet to work and also there’s…
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septemberbanks
in General Discussion 1 month ago
Home Inspector Recommendation
I wanted to echo some other reviews on here and recommend Steve Cymbalsky of Brownstone Home Inspection LLC. He’s done two inspections for my family…
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dudeonocean
in Renovation 1 month ago
Wood Stripping
Hi. I am looking for recommendations for a someone skilled in stripping paint and refinishing wood railings and moldings. There are so many articles about…
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bkcontractorwhistleblower
in General Discussion 2 months ago
Townhouse Garden Rental Advice
Looking for advice and guidance on listing and renting out a garden level apartment of a townhouse in Brooklyn. I do not want to go…
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sphil305
in Real Estate - General 1 month ago
Converting 1-Family to 2-Family in Brooklyn R6 Zoning
For anyone familiar with zoning and DOB approvals in NYC, how difficult is it to legally convert a one-family home into a two-family in Brooklyn…
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isabelscharenberg
in General Discussion 1 month ago
HVAC Fujitsu Mini Split System - Contractor needed
Has anyone suggestion for a contractor who is familiar with Fujitsu Mini split System. Thanks
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isabelscharenberg
in Heating and Cooling 1 month ago
Searching for a contractor that is familiar with HVAC Fujitsu Mini Split (with Wifi Moduls)
The contractors who put in our HVAC Fujitsu system no longer service Brooklyn and i am looking for someone who also has a Fujitsu system…
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rhm32
in General Discussion 2 months ago
What is ballpark cost to remove a three foot asbestos pipe cover?
Hello, an inspection revealed a single pipe cover in our basement that is likely asbestos. Does anyone have ballpark estimates on how much this usually…
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thompson.molly99
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
red hardwood flooring with recessed lighting 5000k
does recessed lighting 5000k match with red hardwood floors?
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jonathanaaronkaye
in General Discussion 2 years and 10 months ago
Outdoor Lighting Advice
I’m looking to upgrade the lighting on the front of my brick rowhouse. It currently has a cheap wall lantern on the right side of…
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