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aravalittle
in General Discussion 3 years and 10 months ago
Looking for Occasional Pet Care in Red Hook
We were hoping to find a local and responsible kid/teenager who likes animals to occasionally pop in to feed our cats while we’re away. We…
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Jimmy
in General Discussion 3 years and 9 months ago
Black Patina on Steel
Hi all, I’m looking for recommendations to achieve this look. [Unnamed (3)](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s3/:brownstoner:a8SF:unnamed3.png.jpg) https://surfinchemical.com/collections/all/products/ez-black-70 That’s the product I’ve tried and didn’t work. Followed the steps thoroughly…
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smoochas
in General Discussion 3 years and 10 months ago
Radiators- remove and donate
Hello all, I’ve looked at past posts but can’t seem to find anything. Is there anyone who will come and remove old radiators and take…
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tsarina
in General Discussion 3 years and 10 months ago
A.C. Cleaning
Can anyone recommend someone to take a.c. units outside and clean them?
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evan
in General Discussion 3 years and 10 months ago
Solid slab quartz backsplash
Hi all! Finally nearing the end of our endless reno 🙂 and planning for our kitchen backsplash install. We’re interested in installing a solid slab…
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deva
in General Discussion 3 years and 10 months ago
Sprinkler Compliance
My 2 family house has a sprinkler system and apparently there is something I need to do on a monthly basis required by law. The…
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lenaymarfoodblog
in General Discussion 3 years and 10 months ago
Brownstone garden cleanup recommendation?
We need someone to clean up a brownstone garden attached to a rental unit that has been neglected for a few years — major pruning…
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josh
in General Discussion 3 years and 9 months ago
Property Management for 10 Unit Condo
Hi, I wanted to see if anyone can recommend a Property Management company for a 10 Unit newly built Condo in Bed-Stuy. I know there…
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ruth2121
in General Discussion 3 years and 10 months ago
Selling Beautiful Furniture
I am in the process of selling my rarely-used furniture for half its retail value. Open to negotiating (if the price is right). If you…
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justinromeu26
in General Discussion 3 years and 10 months ago
FREE NEW MEDECO DOUBLE CYLINDER DEADBOLT LOCK
FREE Medeco Double Cylinder Lock. with two keys. see photo. i will not install this lock. these are no longer legal to install in NYC…
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justinromeu26
in General Discussion 3 years and 9 months ago
Free, Period Old Style 3 Family Mail Box/Speaking Tube Intercom Panel
this circa 1910 3 family mail box/ speaking tube system is being given away for FREE! three mailboxes. wood is faux painted to look like…
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communicateboundary
in General Discussion 3 years and 10 months ago
Tar on Brownstone
Our roofer sadly got some tar drops on your top step of our brownstone. Is there anything to get it off?
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tools stolen from work site
Several Dewalt tools have disappeared from the house we have renovating, presumably taken by one of the GC’s workers or one of the subs. Value…
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solehappy
in General Discussion 3 years and 10 months ago
energy audit?
hi, i am still having ongoing issues with Con Ed saying my H&C is using electricity that is beyond the possibility of what’s actually plugged…
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goldenflamingo
in General Discussion 3 years and 10 months ago
Taking on a renovation in 2022 or wait?
Hello Everyone, I am seeking your advice here. I am considering to buy an old home and do a full gut renovation. Though I am…
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Jimmy
in General Discussion 3 years and 10 months ago
Electrical Problems
Context: 3 months after renovations concluded, wherein nothing was wrong with the electrical, suddenly outlets would go out here and there, or the electrical appliances…
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gabba4gabba
in General Discussion 3 years and 10 months ago
HELP persistent Leaks...
Help – persistent leaks – in need of first rate leak detective and fix! For years now we haven’t been able to work out where…
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mofish
in General Discussion 3 years and 10 months ago
Basic Basement Reno
Hi Everyone – we are trying to do a very basic basement remodel and struggling to get any quotes that are in our price range.…
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