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birdsandbones

in Construction 12 years and 11 months ago

Contractor Bids

My husband and I are purchasing an apartment. We want to complete some minor renovations. We haven’t yet taken ownership of the apartment, and -…

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Giovanna

in Construction 12 years and 11 months ago

Leaf Catcher for Drain?

A have a 7’x5′ ditch below my porch that drains rain water. I’ve tried every type of cover to prevent leaves from clogging it.  I’m…

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househunter

in Heating and Cooling 12 years and 11 months ago

Heat Pump Installation

Hello, we’d like to install a heat pump in our windowless guest room. Do you have any recommendations for models? Any good Mitsubishi ones? Also, do…

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newowner

in Exterminator 12 years and 11 months ago

Subterranean Lovesick Termites

I discovered termites in our detached woodframe house last year, which we then had treated by Kingsway.  They used injected Cyper TC into holes drilled all…

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jjq

in Heating and Cooling 12 years and 11 months ago

One or Two Heatpumps for My Building

I have a 3 floor brownstone which I want to retrofit with a multi-zone Heatpump. We will have 8 total zones– 4 Zones per floor.…

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SewardWasRight

in Chimney and Fireplace 12 years and 11 months ago

Lincrusta

The lincrusta on the wall lining our stairway is starting to crack in one place. It’s made it 120 years without cracking. On the opposite…

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jeanmarine2

in Decks and Porches 12 years and 11 months ago

What's the Best Material for Steel Deck (Overall and For Walking On in Summer)?

I’m interested in what’s a better material for a steel deck infill – cement, diamondplate, metal slats, etc.?   Here’s the feedback I’ve gotten so far…

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mjdvorkin

in Chimney and Fireplace 12 years and 11 months ago

Need an estimate for the renovations of the wood brick molding framing the windows of our landmarked townhouse- any suggestions of a contractor?

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Meliora

in Inspection 14 years and 8 months ago

Home Inspection

Just put in an offer for a 3 Family Brownstone and need a recommendation for an expert home inspector who will comb the house top…

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Meliora

in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 11 months ago

Decks & Fencing

Our next door neighbor is building a deck which will be level to the 1st floor of both buildings.  Our back yard is at ground…

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jstutts

in Carpenters and Woodworkers 14 years and 6 months ago

Custom Bookcase

Looking for a reccomendation for a carpenter to build a bookcase.   Thanks!

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jjq

in Heating and Cooling 12 years and 11 months ago

Per Room BTU of 36,000 BTU Heat Pump

Here’s a simple question:   If I purchase a 36,000 BTU, 3-Zone heat pump– Is the PER ROOM BTU:   1) 12,000 BTU (ie: 36,000/3)…

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spfuhl

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago

I'm looking for a good contractor to restore the outside of my brownstone. Any ideas?

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shmuliejoe

in For Sale 14 years and 7 months ago

Looking for reliable, non-flake furniture dealer for estate apartment

Brownstoners:  I’m in charge of clearing a relative’s apartment so it can be delivered empty to the new owners.  It’s already been de-junked; remaining contents…

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feelyng

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago

HPD Violation and Refinancing

Dear Brownstoners, Does anyone know if it is possible to refinance with a HPD violation for non-registration?  I am in the middle of a refinance…

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aurelia2012

in Plumbers and Plumbing 13 years and 5 months ago

ISO phone number for Plumber Prince Julian

Hi, does anyone have the phone number for the plumber Prince Julian? I only have one of his numbers and it seems disconnected (917) 364.1857…

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hbranty

in Heating and Cooling 12 years and 11 months ago

super slim in-window air conditioner recommendation needed

Looking for removable air conditioner unit that will work even if there are exterior bars over window. Any suggestions out there?  Thanks!

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suedeshoes

in Construction 12 years and 11 months ago

Can I leave permit open indefinitely

I’d like to spare you all the details, as this is a complicated story.  But my wife and I are at the end of an…

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feelyng

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago

HPD Violation and Refinancing

Dear Brownstoners, Does anyone know if it is possible to refinance with a HPD violation for non-registration?  I am in the middle of a refinance…

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annep

in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 11 months ago

Spotted this ad for super antique reclaimed bluestone on craigslist @ $15/sq ft.

I feel like I’ve seen a lot of people looking for bluestone like this & this is a sweet deal.  Anyhow, thought I’d repost… http://newjersey.craigslist.org/grd/3763188502.html

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