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ihenderson

in Building Code 12 years and 11 months ago

Wood Flooring Water Damage

I live in a brownstone that has wood flooring on the ground level.   A small section of it just recently started to buckle due to…

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lilireno

in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 11 months ago

Millworker to turn old joists into t+g flooring?

Greetings, Can anyone recommend someone to turn old brownstone joists into usable flooring material at a resonable price?  We are removing all our joists and…

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skyblue3

in Appliances 12 years and 11 months ago

Selling 2 Friedrich Chill Air Conditioners

Selling 2 Friedrich Chill Air Conditioners.  Like new – used for two months (August / September) in a brownstone duplex.  Brackets included.  See link http://www.friedrich.com/products/residential/window/chill.…

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ps158

in Agents and Brokers 13 years ago

Kitchen Renovation Contractor Recommendation with Before and After Photo

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/507190d4ed64c-.jpg We’ve been meaning to write this post for some time, as we feel indebted to Brownstoner and fellow posters in helping us with all…

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babbo

in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 11 months ago

Adding Windows to Side of House

Hi good people of Brownstoner. I own a 3 story un-landmarked brick rowhouse that is attached on only one side, the open side is perpendicular…

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deancollins

in Architecture 13 years and 2 months ago

Am i being unreasonable?

Am i being unreasonable with my expectations that these architectural fees are out of whack? Basically we just purchased an adjoining studio in our building…

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krankyrocks

in Building Code 12 years and 11 months ago

no gas dryers in bathroom?

I am renovating and we are putting a washing machine and gas dryer in a bathroom.  we just had athe plumbing inspection and were told…

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keith

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago

looking for vintage molding

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50a8177f5a0fb-.jpg I am restoring my 1892 brownstone rowhouse in Bed/Stuy and I am missing a critical peice of “chair rail” molding, so I am putting…

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xchx

in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 11 months ago

Changing store to apartment

I’m thinking about buying a mixed use building on an avenue where the first floor right now is a vacant store. The zoning is r6a…

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ejalbk

in Electricians 12 years and 11 months ago

Non-AC Powered Emergency Lighting?

Our insurance company wants us to install emergency hall lighting in a 14 unit multi-family. So far we’ve been unable to find emergency lighting that…

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radgirl

in Electricians 12 years and 11 months ago

Looking for an Electrician

hey, Just moved into a new house and need to some electric work done. Looking for some recommendations for a licenced, reliable and affordable electrician.…

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parkslopeman

in Electricians 12 years and 11 months ago

Antique Clawfoot Tub for Sale ($100)

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50a6e2b2ca5ee-.jpg White tub, Very unique large Gold feet, Black underside. Needs refinishing. No dents. 60″ Long, 24″ wide, 21 1/2″ deep (including feet), 15″ deep…

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parkslopeman

in Electricians 12 years and 11 months ago

Antique Clawfoot Tub for Sale ($100)

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50a6e2b2ca5ee-.jpg White tub, Very unique large Gold feet, Black underside. Needs refinishing. No dents. 60″ Long, 24″ wide, 21 1/2″ deep (including feet), 15″ deep…

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steam_man

in Heating 12 years and 11 months ago

What Hurricane Sandy could mean for your heat and hot water systems

What Hurricane Sandy could mean for your heat and hot water systems   Hurricane Sandy has devastated many in our city and our prayers are…

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flipnbrooklyn

in Lawyers and legal service 12 years and 11 months ago

To sue or not to sue? That is the question. Misled on home purchase

Hi all, My wife and I are having a delimma right now whether to file a civil suit against the developer of our building.  We…

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CRussen

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago

Thinking of using Vanderbilt Design Build?

Don’t! They used to be Clinton Hill Design Build, and then became Vanderbilt Brownstones, Kitchens, and Baths. Now their new website and storefront reads “Vanderbilt…

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jab287

in Plumbers and Plumbing 12 years and 11 months ago

Can you suggest Contractors for Tree Removal, Fence Repair after Hurricane?

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50a3ce0e36a2d-.jpg After Hurricane Sandy I have 2 downed tree’s in my Brooklyn backyard (very large) and a crushed chain link fence.  Any suggestions for a…

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nf85

in Sidewalks 12 years and 11 months ago

Hazardous branch on a city tree in our yard

Hello, all, There is a large mulberry in our front yard that is city-owned (they told me last year). It lost more branches during Irene,…

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radgirl

in Electricians 12 years and 11 months ago

Need help: boiler problem, maybe an electrical issue

So, our first fun as new home owners: our boiler isn’t working. It was working when we bought the place a few weeks ago, but…

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kmn911

in Electricians 12 years and 11 months ago

How much can I borrow on a 1.2 6family before it's a jumbo loan?

Hi all, ANyone know how much can I borrow on a $1,200,000  6family in Brooklyn, NY before the loan is considered a jumbo loan? thanks…

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