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anabananany
in General Discussion 6 years and 7 months ago
Gas Line to House?
Hello – I am looking at a house that has no gas service and no meter, does anyone know if I have to pay to…
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garaypetra17
in General Discussion 6 years and 7 months ago
Post-Renovation Cleaning Crew
Hi all, I’m nearing the end of a renovation project to a currently unoccupied home and I’m looking for recommendations for a good cleaning crew…
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hzeukbshcjmxur
in General Discussion 6 years and 7 months ago
Recommendation
I’m exploring the possibility of building new house on empty lot. Unfortunate I’m at a loss where to start. How do i find a list…
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RWindsor
in General Discussion 6 years and 7 months ago
Heating /Gas
Hello! Can anyone tell me what can cause an unnaturally high National Grid bill? The heat, cooking gas, and hot water are on this bill.…
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santos
in General Discussion 6 years and 7 months ago
new staircase before and after
this is the type of work of Plinio rafael [20181212_104402](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s3/:brownstoner:6k9Y:20181212_104402.jpg.jpg) [20190109_131734](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s3/:brownstoner:QCE1:20190109_131734.jpg.jpg)
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Removing deck
Hi, we are looking for a small crew of guys who can come tear up, remove and dispose of a wooden deck in our backyard…
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hiursula
in General Discussion 6 years and 7 months ago
Fireplace
Good Morning, Has anyone had experience with a partial fireplace restoration via making it decorative only? I’ve gotten wildly different estimates and scopes of work…
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rheawong
in General Discussion 6 years and 7 months ago
Dedicated wall outlets for window AC
Quick question for the electricians out there! Do dedicated wall outlets for window ACs need to be on their own independent circuits? Thanks!
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kpayton
in General Discussion 6 years and 7 months ago
Need Engineer Inspector and Surveyor
I have construction going up next to me and need an engineer and surveyor before the developer constructs a shed/scaffold on our property. Please send/list…
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jasmin1973
in General Discussion 6 years and 7 months ago
pls help me find some good Commercial Glass repair Service Providers In New York
hey I have Recently repaired my office Window glass from https://www.storefrontglassandmetal.com . They provide good Services but not like I want! So guys pls, help…
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hospzjikcbyidc
in General Discussion 6 years and 7 months ago
Stair Runners
We’re looking to add stair runners for our brownstone to help our pets get up and down the stairs. This would likely include two flights…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Electrified Cast Iron Radiators!?! Anyone have any experience with these?
Hi All: first time poster. We are in the process of renovating a 4 story brownstone in Crown Heights. The unit has cast iron stand-up…
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whalien
in General Discussion 6 years and 8 months ago
Chimney and fireplace repair
We have a 2 family in Bushwick and are looking into opening up the old fireplace and adding a gas insert for fire/heat. We also…
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sherry.parnes
in General Discussion 6 years and 7 months ago
Structural Engineers recommendations
Prefer a person/firm where their bread and butter is brownstones and or restoration. Thanks in advance.
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Preserving the Character of Old Wood Floors
Hi all, I’ve searched the forums and didn’t see what I was looking for. We’re renovating our brownstone and I am in love with the…
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bonald
in General Discussion 6 years and 8 months ago
Need advice for surprise LPC violation just issued
I live in a small condo building that was fully renovated in 2007. Last month one of the apartments wanted to replace their windows with…
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sdlibomc
in General Discussion 6 years and 7 months ago
hi all! we just closed on a landmarked rowhouse in the bronx and was wondering i
f anyone had any recommendations for a handyman as there are some jobs/maintenance we would need done. also looking to connect with other home renovators/restorers…
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sygcfnoagpuwhs
in General Discussion 6 years and 7 months ago
Wallpaper installation
I am looking for a recommendation for someone to install wallpaper (grasscloth) along my entryway and wall going up the stairs. Has anyone used anyone…
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