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homely
in General Discussion 3 years and 9 months ago
Floating Decks and Property Line
Do floating decks (under 3 ft in height) have to be three feet from the property line? I see threads that make such a suggestion,…
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QueenAnne
in General Discussion 3 years and 10 months ago
Attorney Recommendation
Hi, can anyone recommend a good attorney for construction litigation?
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Northie
in General Discussion 3 years and 9 months ago
Flood insurance
I am planning to buy FEMA flood insurance. Does it matter which insurance company I use for this purpose?
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bigredcarter
in General Discussion 3 years and 9 months ago
Architect -> Engineer -> GC Handoff? Proper process for Board and DOB Approval?
I’m in the design phase of a significant apartment renovation in Brooklyn. The apartment was an estate sale and the scope of work includes new…
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jmpctzhsdzp
in General Discussion 3 years and 9 months ago
Concrete/Masonry Contractor Recommendations
Hi, we have a large concrete driveway and backyard that is in disrepair. We are looking to have it redone. Does anyone have any recommendations…
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marinecorps32
in General Discussion 3 years and 9 months ago
Brownstone Salvaged Items for sale!
We have been renovating brownstones in Bed-Stuy for the last 20 years and saved many treasures. Now it’s time to find good homes for all…
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plans for building windows
Hello, we would be interested in any comments about the feasibility of the attached plan for building two doors 8 feet tall. Our concern is…
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CHM
in General Discussion 3 years and 9 months ago
Japanese knot weed
I’m looking for the best way to get rid of Japanese knotweed without resorting to chemicals like Roundup. I’ve read that one needs to dig…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Where to buy Vintage screws in NYC?
Hi there, I need to find a 1″ flat head #8 antique brass screw by Saturday, if possible. Anyone know if there is a store…
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santos
in General Discussion 3 years and 9 months ago
stairs
this is a replica of 2 stairs [20220315_150247](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s3/:brownstoner:nTnW:20220315_150247.jpg.jpg) [20220401_160855](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s3/:brownstoner:5qEQ:20220401_160855.jpg.jpg)
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santos
in General Discussion 3 years and 9 months ago
new doors
this is a replica before and after [20220601_100023](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s3/:brownstoner:Q6Kg:20220601_100023.jpg.jpg)
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spacecollector
in General Discussion 3 years and 9 months ago
Master Plumber for Boiler Inspection
Does anyone have recommendations for a master plumber to file for a new gas boiler inspection with the city (not a conversion, just replacement)? The…
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bwilly23
in General Discussion 3 years and 9 months ago
Liberty Water & Sewer and American Water Resources
Where to start ……. I read a post about American water resources in liberty water and sewer on this website several years ago – I…
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Jimmy
in General Discussion 3 years and 9 months ago
Waterproofing a Bath Tub Drain
Hi everyone, this is a bath tub drain. The crew at the jobsite drilled through the waterproofing layers, which is a layer of liquid redguard,…
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cynthiab
in General Discussion 3 years and 9 months ago
Can I put A/C through my forced air system that blows through my fireplaces?
Maybe a weird question, I don’t know others who have this type of forced air via fireplaces. I think it was a DIY from the…
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annep
in General Discussion 3 years and 9 months ago
Looking for recommendations for a metal worker to repair a damaged summer cover
Getting ready to retrofit a salvaged marble mantel / summer cover and would love recommendations for someone who could repair a small damaged area of…
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randolph
in Exteriors 3 years and 9 months ago
Looking for a carpenter
I have a roof deck with a slight pitch, I’m looking for someone to build a platform to correct for the slope so I can…
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marinecorps32
in Renovation 3 years and 9 months ago
For sale: 1870’s Original Platform Rocker Chair - First Lay-Z-Boy
1870’s Original Platform Rocker Chair – First Lay-Z-Boy
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