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Full Basement Redo
We are about to embark on pouring a new slab (replacing a rat slab so possibly digging down). We would like to do radiant heating…
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guikazoid
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
To permit or not to permit? That is the question.
I just purchased a single family home in Brooklyn a couple of days ago, and have plans to make some cosmetic updates to the property…
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josephv1
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
Pressure city to finish street repairs?
Hi! Our block association would really like to see progress on a series of street repairs. Our gas lined was replaced and some other unknown…
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guikazoid
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
To permit or not to permit? That is the question.
I just purchased a single family home in Brooklyn a couple of days ago, and have plans to make some cosmetic updates to the property…
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mile222
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
Landmark approval required?
We are considering a few changes to our brownstone and would like to understand the landmark requirements and process: – Paint the front doors: It’s…
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ruby
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
Window replacement
I’m looking for window and window installer recommendations for my brownstone. Trimline, Marvin, Anderson, Pella? Or another brand? Has anyone used Bay Ridge Windows? E-Z…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Illegal to park in my own driveway?
My lawyer tells me that I am not allowed to park in my own driveway in front of my garage in Brooklyn. I have been…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Window shutters and pocket doors for sale
Shutters stand 82 inches tall and 20 inches wide 2 sets- they covered 2 parlor floor windows Also have 1 set of pocket doors half…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Window shutters and pocket doors for sale
Shutters stand 82 inches tall and 20 inches wide 2 sets- they covered 2 parlor floor windows Also have 1 set of pocket doors half…
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stickerhappy
in Plumbing 8 years and 1 month ago
Hot water heater temp and legionella
They say keep your hot water tank at 140+ to reduce the risk of legionella growth but 120 and under is the safe temp to…
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josephv1
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
Pressure city to finish street repairs?
Hi! Our block association would really like to see progress on a series of street repairs. Our gas lined was replaced and some other unknown…
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jonathanbrettklein
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
Property Valuation in Bed Stuy (empty lot)
I would like to sell a property (empty lot) I own with my siblings. However, everytime I call a broker they see dollar signs and…
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citizenjane
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
Seeking tile installer with experience in cement tiles (unfinished)
Hi everyone, We would like to install cement tiles (unfinished) on a bathroom floor and are searching for reasonably priced tile installers who have experience…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Deck length from rear of house
Hello, getting a new deck per my prior posts. Architect is coming over Saturday. I’d like a definitive answer as to how long my deck…
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bqeresident1
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
For Sale - Kartell FL/Y Light - Orange $90
In great condition – http://www.kartell.com/gb/suspension-lamp_cod58016280fc.html [FL%2FY+1-Light+Suspension+Bowl+Pendant](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s1/:brownstoner:QgsD:fl2fy1lightsuspensionbowlpendant.jpg.jpg)
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bqeresident1
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
For Sale - Kartell FL/Y Light - Orange $90
In great condition – http://www.kartell.com/gb/suspension-lamp_cod58016280fc.html [FL%2FY+1-Light+Suspension+Bowl+Pendant](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s1/:brownstoner:QgsD:fl2fy1lightsuspensionbowlpendant.jpg.jpg)
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stickerhappy
in Plumbing 8 years and 1 month ago
Hot water heater temp and legionella
They say keep your hot water tank at 140+ to reduce the risk of legionella growth but 120 and under is the safe temp to…
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Allan78
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
Soil for Big Backyard Planter
Brownstonistas, We’ve got to fill some large planters (~9.5 cu. yds. and ~3.5 cu. yds.) with soil. The ground is still concrete and the borders…
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