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hkaminski
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
Looking for Bed Bug Heaters
Bought an old house that was remained closed for two years. Here I can see a lot of bed bugs, so I want to get…
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slopester
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
Where to get a load of mulch
I see a number of people gave up on trying to grow grass in their northern facing BKLYN backyards. I’m doing the same & am…
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deebeeeye
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
Garden level tenants complaining of “thin floors”
Oy – wondering if anyone has some suggestions/experience w tenants on the garden level complaining about the noise from the parlor level floor? The parlor…
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fepfepfep
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
fresh air intake vent exterior to boiler room
I am looking for a clarification of the Fresh Air Intake Vent rules for a 2-family house in Brooklyn. We have a gas boiler (…
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renovationbklyn
in General Discussion 3 years and 6 months ago
Shower Tile is almost Level!!!
So I had to remove a bathtub and build a shower for a tenant in a fast turnover. I had my eyes on the guys…
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renovationbklyn
in General Discussion 3 years and 6 months ago
Shower Tile is almost Level!!!
So I had to remove a bathtub and build a shower for a tenant in a fast turnover. I had my eyes on the guys…
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fepfepfep
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
fresh air intake vent exterior to boiler room
I am looking for a clarification of the Fresh Air Intake Vent rules for a 2-family house in Brooklyn. We have a gas boiler (…
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rogan
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
Most frustrating part about home improvement? - Research Question
What would you say is the most frustrating part of getting major home service/improvement projects done? Of this list, what would be your top 3:…
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cellar hatch - with skylight?
Anyone know of a place who would be able to build a cellar hatch that would have both a vent and a skylight? I know,…
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grahamclif
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
Structural engineer reco's?
Blew out the back of our house and added an extension + full basement. My original engineer cannot sign off because she is no longer…
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grahamclif
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
Structural engineer reco's?
Blew out the back of our house and added an extension + full basement. My original engineer cannot sign off because she is no longer…
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ejalbk
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
Coop/Condo Tax Abatement?
We just received a property tax bill for a 15 unit coop in BK. For the first time we have a 25.2% tax abatement and…
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andriywww1990
in General Discussion 3 years and 8 months ago
CERILLO ELECTRIC
we have all seen great recommendations for cerillo electric on this board. I have just spent two weeks working a job immediately next to the…
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jaskin
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
Mini Split Condenser in Front of Building?
Hi, I am renovating a 3-unit townhouse in Clinton Hill (NOT landmarked). We are installing mini split units throughout the home. We currently have the…
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Rick
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
Replacing my boiler?
My Steam Boiler is still working however it is dated 1982 and I would rather have the peace of mind of replacing it now with…
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workisfun
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
Zoning for Building Height
How do I go about finding the maximum height one is allowed to build on my block (and surrounding blocks)? I am in a row…
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anthony34
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
Looking for someone with a 30 foot ladder to patch back of my house
Asphalt shingles need to be replaced. And maybe a bit elsewhere if possibly can find match. Greenpoint, Brooklyn.
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dindy
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
Ceramic Bas Relief
I am reposting this query, hoping someone knows someone who remove could use this bas relief. The fireplace will be removed in the next few…
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