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stickerhappy
in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago
Steam riser removal question?
We are renovating an ancient bathroom which has a steam riser running up smack in the middle of the room. The pipe extends into the…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Polychrome Striated Brick Work History
Hi, There are several homes around Brooklyn that are almost exact replicas of each other. All are polychromatic striated brick work. Maybe there is a…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Landmark Windows
Hi all, We’re in landmark area and looking to replace our windows. Any recommendations for a contractor and/or vendor please? Also any recommendations on type/style…
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rhlvizmdcumfzd
in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago
Cast Iron balusters...need to sell!
We have two new (primed) 5″ cast balusters for sale. Our iron workman miscalculated how many he would need for the stoop railing so we…
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elhadjib21
in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago
Firing Expediter Mid-Job?
I have an expediter who has been a pain generally. Rude, slow, etc. We finally got all our DOB approvals and permits pulled and start…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Contractor Ruined My Floors
My wife and I, are having our bedroom and master bathroom renovated. The contractor was supposed cover the floor before beginning, We left our home…
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chelseasf
in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago
Looking for bathroom venting solution!
I have an old Brooklyn two-family limestone and the tiny bathrooms on each floor have no ventilation at all, and no way to vent to…
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xchx
in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago
Radiator painting?
Has anyone had their radiators powdercoated? It’s so hard to get a good coat of paint on them while they’re in place, so I’m thinking…
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danilolavia
in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago
Wood window frame rehab
Looking for recommendations for carpenter (or other solution) for stabilizing rear brownstone double hung window frame . Wood is in poor condition and may require…
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workisfun
in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago
Sump pump battery back-up
I have a sump pump that I think is 1/2 hp, but could be 3/4. I’m looking for a battery back-up. So far, I’m seeing…
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louisahml
in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago
Forum member SamLee
Hi, I wanted to ask you a specific question re your deck experience and the discussion thread is closed. So, could you email me at…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
HELP! Brownstone Deck (I’m going to jump off a bridge)
My husband and I have been undergoing a renovation for the past 2 years and I’ve aged at least 20 years. From dealing with shady…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Carpenter to build out breakfast nook
Hi everyone, Looking for a carpenter to build out a breakfast nook in a corner of my kitchen. Should be pretty simple – basically a…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Carpenter to build out breakfast nook
Hi everyone, Looking for a carpenter to build out a breakfast nook in a corner of my kitchen. Should be pretty simple – basically a…
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stickerhappy
in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago
Leaving pine wood floors in a kitchen for a rental?
We were going to put down new tile in the kitchen of our rental apartment but when we pulled up the old tile we found…
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bklynbabe
in Renovation 4 years and 11 months ago
Removing Sheetrock from a Plaster Wall
Help! We had our contractor remove the Sheetrock covering our plaster ceiling. The ceiling had been lowered about eight inches. and the Sheetrock was screwed…
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jen-kg
in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago
appliance installation question
Aside from something like a Subzero which requires a certified installer, who usually installs appliances – contractor or person who delivers? Both are saying it…
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squeakycleaning
in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago
Radiator noise/banging
Hi, I live in a 4 unit brownstone building and we’ve been having issues with with our radiators/heating pipes making a HUGE amount of noise…
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rwood
in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago
Keys pan
I requested a meter lock so I don’t get gas bills while our 2nd floor apt sits empty. Made an appointment for yesterday and they…
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rarara
in General Discussion 5 years ago
Neighbor intentionally evading attempts to get access agreement
Can anyone share their experience/suggestions for dealing with difficult neighbors stonewalling your construction project? We’re gut renovating a townhouse and have made very little progress…
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