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anydaynow
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 2 months ago
Free architectural block (CMU aka cinderblock except it's custom, w/ driblock)
about 70 pieces, custom from westbrook concrete block. finished face, meant to be the final finish, though something else can be attached as well. enough…
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classon
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 2 months ago
seeking advice re: gut reno next door
hi, I wanted to see what people thought about this… the house next to me, which is old and in poor condition, is being gutted.…
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mt_molehill
in Chimney and Fireplace 10 years and 2 months ago
Fireplace surround and cover
I’ve just peeled away paint to reveal the stained but lovely marble underneath one of my fireplaces in a Victorian brownstone. It’s missing the arched…
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gigi.gaur
in Tile 10 years and 2 months ago
Botched Tile Job
We came home to our bathroom renovation today and saw that $1400 of glass penny round tile was installed incorrectly – large, visible seams, gaps,…
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anydaynow
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 2 months ago
Anyone know a Tilt and Turn Window Installer?
hi there, we already have new tilt and turn windows but will need them calibrated and there are already a couple issues–gasket that is dangling…
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fermanlurd
in General Contractors 10 years and 2 months ago
Walking away from a problem contractor
My General contractor means well. he really does. But throughout the project he has been focused on other jobs and his subs have made every…
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nicole343
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 2 months ago
Stucco siding to wood siding...
I would like to restore my home and take down the stucco siding and put on wood, just on the front of the structure (side…
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anydaynow
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 2 months ago
Anyone know a Tilt and Turn Window Installer?
hi there, we already have new tilt and turn windows but will need them calibrated and there are already a couple issues–gasket that is dangling…
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fermanlurd
in General Contractors 10 years and 2 months ago
Walking away from a problem contractor
My General contractor means well. he really does. But throughout the project he has been focused on other jobs and his subs have made every…
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fermanlurd
in General Contractors 10 years and 2 months ago
Walking away from a problem contractor
My General contractor means well. he really does. But throughout the project he has been focused on other jobs and his subs have made every…
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fermanlurd
in General Contractors 10 years and 2 months ago
Walking away from a problem contractor
My General contractor means well. he really does. But throughout the project he has been focused on other jobs and his subs have made every…
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dindy
in Roofers 10 years and 2 months ago
Purchasing land from neighbor
I would like to purchase a strip of land about 20 feet wide at the back of my neighbor’s property. He would agree to sell…
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glass99
in Lawyers and legal service 11 years and 6 months ago
Lawyer for design professionals
I am looking for a lawyer to provide advise on whether to take on condo work and how to structure my contract to prevent being…
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clintonhillgirl
in Painters, Strippers and Stainers 10 years and 2 months ago
Good painter/wallpaper team
Just wanted to put a shout out to Dow Kowalczyk (Dow & Company). I recently hired him to do a rush job – painting 2…
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katdov
in Doors & Windows 10 years and 2 months ago
NuVue windows
Has anyone ever dealt with Nuvue windows? One of the Brooklyn suppliers recommended NuVue windows for a rental apartment, claiming aluminum was better than vinyl.…
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ProHeights66
in Roofers 10 years and 2 months ago
Decorative wood appliques (oak) for front door restoration
I am looking at Van Dykes, which doesn’t quite have what I am looking for. Do fellow Brownstoners have other internet or local sources for…
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quincystreet
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 2 months ago
Free dirt (bags)
I have 125-150 sandbags of backyard dirt. Typical stuff – mostly dirt, some pebbles and larger rocks. Would be pick up only. Write here with…
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laurenpacker123
in Brownstoner Renovation 10 years and 2 months ago
Architect fees- Rip off???
My Architect on my brownstone reno has quoted us for $110/ hr plus 60?hr for drafting fees. He and is estimating 35K for the project…
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