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jfox18
in Building Code 12 years and 4 months ago
Question regarding "change of egress" and new C of O???
I am purchasing a single-family zoned R5 – the front entry door sits between two windows (one on either side). We are considering moving the…
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Wrecker
in Architecture 12 years and 4 months ago
Architect, engineer or both?
Hi all, I’m looking to add a bathroom to the second floor of my house, which would entail closing off a staircase. I need help figuring…
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rustydevon
in Architecture 12 years and 4 months ago
Brownstone Door Widths, and the DOB
We’re going into meeting #4 with our plan examiner, trying to clear all of the objections on our Alt 1 application. Our home is a…
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slopette
in Doors & Windows 12 years and 4 months ago
Is it possible to reseal windows without removing/replacing panes?
We’re purchasing a coop with windows that have severe condensation issues. I’ve read online that it is sometimes possible to correct this issue by drilling…
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RunJoe
in Appliances 12 years and 4 months ago
Effects of applicances on rent
Hypothectical.. I have 2 apartments for rent in my brownstone. They are identical except for the fact that one of the apartments has a…
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fitzhume
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 4 months ago
Non Gut Renovation Costs?
After a lot of searching, I can only seem to find gut renovation estimates. The location I am considering would not need any kitchen or…
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crownheights
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 4 months ago
Small antique coffee table for sale - $125
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/51408d32272e4-.jpg Really nice antique coffee table for sale – $125 The sides are foldable, making it smaller or bigger….front top drawer and 2 drawers on…
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slackjaw
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 4 months ago
Renovation loans - additional cost and time?
I am looking to renovate at townhouse in Crown Hts/Bed Stuy, to rent and possibly occupy some day. I have been assuming $300k (and 6…
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yu
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 4 months ago
very curious about park slope's pricing
so there are pockets in Park Slope with townhouses that costs < $2 mil? Is it because of their size? http://streeteasy.com/nyc/sale/679794-townhouse-372-6th-street-park-slope-brooklyn thanks.
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hillel
in Plumbers and Plumbing 12 years and 4 months ago
Parlor Door Repair
We need asap a man who can repair our parlor door. We have been having problems with the lock on that door. The door has…
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Wrecker
in Architecture 12 years and 4 months ago
Architect, engineer or both?
Hi all, I’m looking to add a bathroom to the second floor of my house, which would entail closing off a staircase. I need help figuring…
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steveyp
in Decks and Porches 12 years and 4 months ago
looking for rooftop deck builder
looking for contractor to build rooftop deck
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zerocool
in Architecture 12 years and 4 months ago
boiler maintenance
I bought a new home recently and I know nothing about boiler maintenance, ie. cleaning, flushing etc…. I have a Weil-Mclain gas boiler. I’m thinking…
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milkshake
in Building Code 12 years and 4 months ago
Bathrooms vent to furnace closet?
Is there any chance this meets code? The bathroom vents in the condo we are renting (built in 2008) weren’t doing much, and after a…
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gardenchill
in Garden 12 years and 4 months ago
Time Warner vs. Cablevision
I’m considering leaving Time Warner and going to Cablevision for their triple play. Anyone have any insight regarding service, etc? Thanks.
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zerocool
in Architecture 12 years and 4 months ago
boiler maintenance
I bought a new home recently and I know nothing about boiler maintenance, ie. cleaning, flushing etc…. I have a Weil-Mclain gas boiler. I’m thinking…
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funstraw
in Plumbers and Plumbing 12 years and 4 months ago
Insulating thick cold water pipes
We have 1 3/4″ cold water supply pipes coming into our building. I would like to use foam insulation to cut down the condensation and…
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dancingirl
in Doors & Windows 12 years and 4 months ago
Window restoration
Has anyone used Method Restoration? If so, could you please tell me about your experience with them? thanks!
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