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xzgkssumzhyvtey
in General Discussion 1 year and 11 months ago
C of O / removing a kitchen
I’m renovating a small 1860s frame house that has no certificate of occupancy. It’s in extremely poor condition and is being gut-renovated. It has two…
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justinromeu26
in General Discussion 1 year and 11 months ago
Varnish for Front Doors
to answer a question that came to me by email or text (from someone on this board): I prefer these marine varnishes in this order:…
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myrta
in General Discussion 1 year and 11 months ago
Wood Finishing Class for Beginners
I had a home inspection done last Friday with Steve Cymbalski of Brownstone Home Inspection and The Tinker’s Wagon. Steve has broad knowledge in everything…
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Fort_Green_p_nut
in General Discussion 1 year and 11 months ago
Water damage - wainscoting removal & preservation
Had a pipe burst and need to remediate a wall that has original wainscoting. Does anyone have a preferred specialist that can remove the wood…
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fmb78
in Doors & Windows 1 year and 11 months ago
In search of woodworker for a few projects (door repair, etc.)
Hello all. After trying to make contact with a couple highly recommended woodworkers in my neighborhood, I’m still searching for somebody. I’m looking to have…
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brambonink
in General Discussion 1 year and 11 months ago
Selling 2 original mantles - $500/ea OBO
Hello! Selling two original wooden mantles measuring 51” across / 78-80” tall / 10”deep. They’re in very good condition and already removed (just would need…
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didierlc
in General Discussion 1 year and 11 months ago
Converting a deck into a sunroom ?
Hi, Was looking for any guidance on the process for converting a deck into a sunroom, by essentially enclosing the deck. This is for a…
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workisfun
in General Discussion 1 year and 11 months ago
Electric car charger - upgrade to 220
We just have 110 running through the house and to the garage. If we were to buy an electric car, and want to install a…
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Ethernet Cable Installer
I’m currently renovating my two-family home, and since the walls are now open, I’d like to put in ethernet cables and ports throughout the building.…
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randolph
in General Discussion 1 year and 11 months ago
Ulster county historical research
I am trying to find out more about the history of my house upstate, I am told the oldest parts of it date back to…
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northslopian
in General Discussion 1 year and 11 months ago
Giant wasp nest removal
A wasp nest was seemingly built overnight on the iron grates covering our parlor floor window. Has anyone attempted to remove this themselves or is…
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kamkuaichio
in General Discussion 1 year and 11 months ago
Spotted Lanternfly infestation
My neighbor has a large tree of heaven growing on their property with limbs that extend over our garden. This year we noticed an absolute…
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lucie
in General Discussion 1 year and 11 months ago
Q to landlords: how do you deal with uncooperative tenants who pays rent on time
We have a big issue with crowding common hallway and stairs: shoes racks, strollers, other staff. All explanations, warnings even beggin does not work. We…
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shelly.cano88
in General Discussion 1 year and 11 months ago
What are ongoing maintenance costs for a wrought iron fence?
Hi, trying to decide between a black steel or wrought iron front fence. The cost difference is about $1000, which puts it right in the…
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sleestack
in General Discussion 1 year and 11 months ago
Facade Restoration
There have been many posts over the years about brownstone facade renovations, but I’m wondering if anyone has recommendations and views on what’s a reasonable…
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vlum201
in General Discussion 2 years ago
Expected cost for window replacement in Landmark district
Hi all. I am looking to replace 3 of my windows in a landmark district. Was wondering if you know what is the average cost…
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xuytbjicwnofjdde
in General Discussion 1 year and 11 months ago
New radiators for steam boiler system
I’ve seen a lot of the recent posts about mini-splits / keeping radiators as heat source back-up, and it got me thinking that I may…
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jf
in General Discussion 1 year and 11 months ago
Injection Waterproofing in Cellar - Seeking Opinions
Hi everyone! I am finishing my cellar in my BK townhouse with a rubble foundation. Ground water in the rear of the cellar is seeping…
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