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deviatar
in Doors & Windows 14 years and 1 month ago
New Windows for Noise Reduction?
I have old single-paned glass windows, plus aluminum storm windows, and am thinking of replacing them to improve both insulation and noise reduction (as well…
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bedstuytownhouse
in Garden Design and Maintenance 12 years and 11 months ago
Where can I buy reclaimed brick?
Anyone know of a local source? Thanks.
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dereklawler
in General Discussion 13 years and 1 month ago
Metal Roof Repair
Learning how to maintain a metal roof is important to ensure that the roofing will last as long as possible. With proper care, this type…
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SlopeLover
in General Contractors 12 years and 11 months ago
Nicholas Politis Home inspector?
DO any of you guys have experience w Nick Politis for home inspection?
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SlopeLover
in General Contractors 12 years and 11 months ago
Nicholas Politis Home inspector?
DO any of you guys have experience w Nick Politis for home inspection?
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rowhouse321
in Alarm 12 years and 11 months ago
Advice re Alarm Systems
Our home insurance requires that we get an alarm system. I am wondering whether to just get the bare bones system or go with the…
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arewedoneyet
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago
Buying fixed ladder for roof hatch
Can anyone recommend a vendor for a fixed metal ladder? I’m going to use it to access our roof hatch so it should be fixed…
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bonecrusher
in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 11 months ago
72" Marble Vanity good cond. $200
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/518e56192f28f-.jpg I have very beautiful 72 x 25 marbe vanity for sale. No cracks or chips. 2 kohler sinks installed Pick up only (Clinton Hill) …
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Gobbaloon
in Plumbers and Plumbing 12 years and 11 months ago
House Trap and Rat access via sewer
Hi, this relates to a 7 unit building about 90 years old. The house drain got blocked over the weekend. Happily I was able to…
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pebblestones
in Alarm 12 years and 11 months ago
Kitchen Ideas
Hey everyone, Can anyone give some good recommendations of where I can buy high-quality paints for my kitchen. My husband attempting to do it himself…
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Guarachon
in Garden Design and Maintenance 12 years and 11 months ago
Where to find codes/regulations for two-family dwellings?
Sorry but I have searched high and low for an official document of the codes and regulations for 2 family dwellings but have come up…
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aqueenlee
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago
Brick repointing and replacement
The back of my house needs to be repointed and some of the crumbling brick needs to be repaired or replaced. I am concerned about…
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7andfive
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years ago
203K and construction projects- Meetup?
Quite a few people have contacted me about the 203K process. Seems to be a lot of us either about the start the process and…
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fmerguson
in Electricians 13 years ago
Hanging overhead light from plaster medallion?
We are in the very, very final stages of what has been a largely cosmetic renovation, with (DOB permitted) electrical upgrades. Part of the scope…
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ekingclem
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago
Looking for recommendations for general contractors specializing in Brownstone renovation.
Landmark building in Fort Greene looking to renovate and restore interior hallway and 2 floors above. Large amount of plaster work and paint stripping and…
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putnam
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago
Where to find historic floor plans? Help understanding old layout.
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/518fcee78ff5f-.jpg I am not looking for my original blue prints, but wondering where I could find period-specific floor plans or layouts for 1910’s Brooklyn row…
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bedstuytownhouse
in Garden Design and Maintenance 12 years and 11 months ago
Where can I buy reclaimed brick?
Anyone know of a local source? Thanks.
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Guarachon
in Garden Design and Maintenance 12 years and 11 months ago
Where to find codes/regulations for two-family dwellings?
Sorry but I have searched high and low for an official document of the codes and regulations for 2 family dwellings but have come up…
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