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expedite

in Painters and Painting & Stripping 12 years and 11 months ago

Legalizing Basement

R4 District Queens / Same Friends trying to legalize basement along with their renovation. 1) Should ceiling heights be 7′-0″ ?   2)  Can they use bilco…

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Arkady

in Garden 12 years and 11 months ago

Giving away water lilies

I just finished dividing my water lilies & have extras if anyone wants some gratis – pick up in Park Slope. Reply to this &…

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ditmas11

in Roofers 12 years and 11 months ago

cleaning a stone patio

please suggest a company/person who could power wash a small stone patio?

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el exigente

in Electricians 12 years and 11 months ago

I am looking for a reliable electrician to fix faulty switches and fixtures as well as outdoor lighting in my house. I have multiple small electrical jobs that need to be done.

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bkbrownstone

in Roofers 12 years and 11 months ago

Excess tile grout removal

Does anyone know how to handle tile grout that been left on too long? One of my contractor’s workers let the grout stay for too…

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dorkofwindsor

in Sewer 12 years and 11 months ago

Drywell Experiences

Hello, I was wondering if anyone in the community has installed a drywell in their brownstone backyard to handle the roof runoff to prevent it…

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bisteak

in Glass 13 years and 9 months ago

Plate glass recycling?

Does anyone know of a place that accepts plate glass for recycling, preferrably in north Brooklyn?  I have a few old storm windows.

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elizabethschacher

in Family and Parenting 14 years and 9 months ago

Looking for an AMAZING MULTI-FAMILY STOOP SALE?

Join us this Sunday…. BUILDING-WIDE, MULTI-FAMILY STOOP SALE (with lemonade and cookies, too!) **Sunday, June 26–10 a.m.** 328-330 Bergen Street, between Third and Fourth Avenues…

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huesos

in Decks and Porches 12 years and 11 months ago

Renew Resources Eco-Deck Tile System?

There was a post about a month ago on these recycled deck tiles made by Renew Resources. At least one person stated that they used…

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homeimprovementmater

in Construction 12 years and 11 months ago

While it's not a Brownstone, there is solid work to be had

We are working with an architect, submitted plans to our board and the DOB.  We are 99.9% ready to start June 17th.  The job is…

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homeimprovementmater

in Construction 12 years and 11 months ago

While it's not a Brownstone, there is solid work to be had

We are working with an architect, submitted plans to our board and the DOB.  We are 99.9% ready to start June 17th.  The job is…

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adomatic

in Appliances 12 years and 11 months ago

Washing Machine for a Co-op

My 10 unit (14 people) co-op is thinking about adding a second washing machine. The board is divided on getthing another commercial (expensive) unit or…

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theoperadiva

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago

ISO: Stair contractor recommendation

We’re in need of new rails and spindles for two interior staircases in our brownstone, and we are seeking recommendations for stair contractors. We’ve already…

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mac03

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago

House Of The Day: 44 Monroe Street, Brooklyn, NY seems to have be in contract for full contract price. Jerry Minsky does it again !!

House of the day: 44 Monroe Street, Brooklyn, NY 11238

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doblover

in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 12 years and 11 months ago

wood boards over cement in back yard - considered deck?

I live in a two family and I have a tiny back yard. I have concrete floor on the ground and it is ugly…  Can…

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susannahmeadows

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago

Experience with removing mold?

We have mold growing in our basement. Can anyone recommend someone to remove it?

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dj242

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago

Brownstone Exterior Renovation

I am looking for a good, reasonable contractor that restores exterior window frames and windows on brownstones.

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OneOneTwoZeroOne

in Accounting 14 years and 2 months ago

Can closing costs be financed into an FHA loan, or do they absolutely have to be paid at the time of closing?

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allisyn

in Decks and Porches 12 years and 11 months ago

Steel Work for Roof Deck

Any recommendations for a steel worker that’s not too expensive? We have DOB/Landmark-approved plans for a 2nd floor roof deck. Thanks!

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sandyman

in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 11 months ago

Source for tin ceilings

Can anyone recommend a place to buy tin ceiling tiles and crown molding? Thanks.

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