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JohnHancock
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 3 months ago
Free Fridge and Stove
In good working condition fridge and stove from my rental unit. I don’t have tenants anymore so I’d like to empty the kitchen and use…
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mmvh
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 5 months ago
using a licensed electrician vs and unlicensed one
I plan to have a mini split system with 2 units and one heat pump installed in the rented garden apt. of my historic row…
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streetcat
in Building Code 10 years and 3 months ago
Sprinklers and Enlargements
Wondering if any owners and/or architects have resolved an apparent contradiction between the 2014 Building code and the oft cited Fire department rules. This is…
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streetcat
in Building Code 10 years and 3 months ago
Sprinklers and Enlargements
Wondering if any owners and/or architects have resolved an apparent contradiction between the 2014 Building code and the oft cited Fire department rules. This is…
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streetcat
in Building Code 10 years and 3 months ago
Sprinklers and Enlargements
Wondering if any owners and/or architects have resolved an apparent contradiction between the 2014 Building code and the oft cited Fire department rules. This is…
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JPDA
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 3 months ago
Plumber needed for single-family boiler expansion tank replacement
The expansion tank on my Weill-Mclain Ultra boiler needs replacement. The boiler provides hot water to a coil in the air handler, a radiant slab…
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dancingal
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 3 months ago
Roofer
Has anyone used Macaluso Roofers? thanks!
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elm_bk
in Brownstoner Renovation 10 years and 3 months ago
using the cockloft for loft space?
Hi, As part of a renovation to the top floor of our 3-story framehouse, we are exploring the idea of jettisoning our cockloft in order…
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elm_bk
in Brownstoner Renovation 10 years and 3 months ago
using the cockloft for loft space?
Hi, As part of a renovation to the top floor of our 3-story framehouse, we are exploring the idea of jettisoning our cockloft in order…
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elm_bk
in Brownstoner Renovation 10 years and 3 months ago
using the cockloft for loft space?
Hi, As part of a renovation to the top floor of our 3-story framehouse, we are exploring the idea of jettisoning our cockloft in order…
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mc33433
in Roofers 10 years and 3 months ago
Dead/dying tree in backyard
Was hoping to get some advice about how to handle a dead/dying tree in my backyard. I own the building/property. We had concerns about the…
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smwenk
in Interior Decorators and Designers 10 years and 6 months ago
Looking for a decorator
We’re looking for someone to help us make design decisions for our new condo. I’m looking through the listings here on Brownstoner, but any personal…
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MyGoodEye
in Plumbers and Plumbing 10 years and 3 months ago
PLUMBER Recommendation Sought
In need of a plumber – today if possible – to diagnose and repair what I believe is a “broken tub drain” in the bathroom…
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jackien2
in Real Estate - Rentals 10 years and 3 months ago
Didn't sign new lease, moved out... can we get our security deposit?
The basic story: * The landlord of our Carroll Gardens rental raised the rent $200 every year for three years in a row. He told…
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workisfun
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 3 months ago
backwater preventer advice please
hi plumbers and homeowners, after flooding and amidst plans to replace my garden level slab, it is time to install a backwater preventer. i have…
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dancingal
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 3 months ago
acrymax roofing material
It is time for us to do some work on our roof. My friend recommended this system she used and I was wondering if anyone…
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dancingal
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 3 months ago
acrymax roofing material
It is time for us to do some work on our roof. My friend recommended this system she used and I was wondering if anyone…
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zoes
in Driveways, Patios, Sidewalks and Steps 10 years and 3 months ago
new cement (maybe drainage solution) for backyard/driveway
We have a two-house lot (one front, one back, cement in between) in the south slope and our cracked cement backyard and driveway haven’t prevented…
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