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Attention2detail

in Doors 13 years and 10 months ago

Rec's for install of Wood entry door needed?

Have a custom order wood entry door that I ordered and need it installed. Anyone deal with a company/person that did great work? If so…

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spaceaddict

in Quality of Life 13 years and 10 months ago

How Safe is the Area of Kingston Subway Stop?

I am planning to purchase a property on the south side of Kingston around 5 blocks. Newcomer to the area. Is it safe to walk…

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chriswilson23

in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 11 months ago

Budget Cost for a 3rd Floor Addition

Hi Guys,What might the budget range be to add a 3rd floor addition on 14′ x 30′ building?The wife and I are considering purchasing a…

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Updated 13 years and 10 months ago

renovatingdrama

in Real Estate - Rentals 13 years and 11 months ago

Washer/Dryer for tenants

We just added a top loading washer and electric dryer for common use in the basement. How much should we charge our tenants (family of…

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Updated 13 years and 10 months ago

dittoburg

in Chimney and Fireplace 13 years and 10 months ago

hearthstone

What are people’s opinions on the best material to use as a hearthstone?

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esther

in Brownstoner 13 years and 10 months ago

looking to renovate my 1920s apartment. Wanted to know where I could find pics of Brooklyn's 1920s townhouse Any suggestions?!

I live in a 1920 townhouse in Park Slope. Looking for rendering of 1920 Brooklyn townhouse apartments

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lamb

in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 13 years and 11 months ago

3 Family Compliance with LL 58-87

I recently filed plans with the Brooklyn DOB to renovate the garden/parlour duplex of my 100+yr old 3 family rowhouse.  They responded with a few objections, most…

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tgiardina

in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 13 years and 11 months ago

Brooklyn DEP address?!

I have to go pick up a “TAB” letter. Does anyone know where the Brooklyn DEP is? I cant find any address online!

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Updated 13 years and 10 months ago

nate28

in Agents and Brokers 13 years and 11 months ago

Quality Realtor

Please pardon what I’m sure is a common question, but any guidance would be a great help. Basically after years of slogging through craigslist and the…

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Updated 13 years and 10 months ago

slipperysloper

in Exteriors 13 years and 10 months ago

Recommendation for Patio work

We recently hired Hamid of Hamid Construction, whom we found on Brownstoner, to lay a new bluestone patio for us. I recommend him highly. He…

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oncewas

in Bath & Kitchen 13 years and 11 months ago

does anyone know where to get butcher block counter top?

Ikea doesn’t have any (changing manufacturers) and Lowes and Home Depot are both special order.  I need to get for early July installation- would welcome…

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Updated 13 years and 10 months ago

jamessmith2099

in Cleaning and Maid Services 13 years and 10 months ago

Has anyone used zero rez capet cleaning?

I am trying to decide between two kinds of professional carpet cleaners–steam cleaners or zero rez carpet cleaners. Has anyone had experience with zero rez…

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Updated 13 years and 10 months ago

eman135

in Garden 13 years and 11 months ago

full sun garden

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e0003570cb36- how does it look…this is a couple of weeks back when the irises were in full bloom

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eman135

in Garden 13 years and 11 months ago

full sun garden

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e0003570cb36- how does it look…this is a couple of weeks back when the irises were in full bloom

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vinniebarbarino

in Fencing 13 years and 11 months ago

Temporary restoration for cast iron gate

I was hoping for some advice…  We are completing the first phase of our renovation in Carroll Gardens.  One area that will need to wait…

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vinniebarbarino

in Fencing 13 years and 11 months ago

Temporary restoration for cast iron gate

I was hoping for some advice…  We are completing the first phase of our renovation in Carroll Gardens.  One area that will need to wait…

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architecturalimagery

in Decks and Porches 13 years and 11 months ago

Backyard Deck Renovations - Contractor Recommendations??

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4dffe438ced76- Hi,  I am looking for a reputable, experienced, & inexpensive contractor to build a small backyard deck in the rear of a Condo in…

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brigidnelson

in Doors 13 years and 11 months ago

Resale value of old metal door

We have a very old heavy metal door in the basement of our coop. Is there are resale value for such an item? It may…

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pfitz

in Driveways, Patios, Sidewalks and Steps 13 years and 11 months ago

Free Retaining Wall Stones - Nicolock Tuscany

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4dff76e7b6a02- Have extra stones from retaining wall we built in our backyard.Nicolock Tuscany Adobe Blend.  Total of 57 stones assorted sizes10x4x810x4x1210x4x16Free to anyone who can…

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Silvermax

in Garden 13 years and 11 months ago

Chain Link Fence Installation

Anyone have any recommendations for handymen capable of installing a short length of chain link fence — 17 feet?

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