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aninspector
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 1 month ago
Modern heating and cooling upgrades for old houses
In the course of my work as a New York City home and building inspector, I see brownstones and other old buildings modernized for 21st…
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BSDOD
in Driveways, Patios, Sidewalks and Steps 12 years and 2 months ago
Heated Sidewalk
Does anyone have an idea of what it would cost to install a heated sidewalk?
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allyslope
in Construction 12 years and 1 month ago
Removing very old dry grout chunks
My GC finish tiling the bathroom in Sept. I just moved in and used the shower for the first time tonight and noticed a lot…
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architerp
in Alarm 12 years and 1 month ago
Underground Plumbing Recommendation
Can any recommend any plumbers for some underground work in Queens? Looking to put a bathroom in my basement. I’ve looked at the directory but…
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allyslope
in Construction 12 years and 1 month ago
Removing very old dry grout chunks
My GC finish tiling the bathroom in Sept. I just moved in and used the shower for the first time tonight and noticed a lot…
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mykonos
in Insulation 12 years and 5 months ago
Insulating a fully renovated brownstone in Bed Stuy
Any thoughts on tips on how to best insulate or what to watch out for when trying to insulate a fully gut renovated brownstone ….bricks,…
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ditmaspark
in Flooring 12 years and 3 months ago
no subfloor??
not sure if this is the case with brownstones, i’m in a victorian. for those who are also in a victorian…my first floor original planks…
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minasimon
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 1 month ago
Oil to Gas Conversion
We’re planning on converting to gas. What is the usual procedure: DOB/FDNY permits, installation, oil tank pumpout, clean and fill, inspection? Is the tank filled…
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pxreid
in For Sale 12 years and 1 month ago
2 Villeroy Boch White Undermount sinks
RRP 350 Each , both for 300 must collect 2 white undermount twist VB sinks 18 1/2 by 14/12 inch email me if interested Clinton…
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pxreid
in For Sale 12 years and 1 month ago
2 Villeroy Boch White Undermount sinks
RRP 350 Each , both for 300 must collect 2 white undermount twist VB sinks 18 1/2 by 14/12 inch email me if interested Clinton…
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microfiche
in Chimney and Fireplace 12 years and 1 month ago
Still Struggling to find Replacement Hearth Tiles
This topics been covered before but not having any joy with suggestions that have been shared previously unfortunately: Victorian Fireplace Store doesn’t have my color…
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lbcinnyc
in General Contractors 12 years and 1 month ago
Looking for help/recs for Gut-Renovation for small Carroll Garden apt
Hey there, I’m new to Brownstoner and looking for help/recommendations for General Contractors with some creative design ideas for gut renovation in Carroll Gardens. We…
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melissamurray
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 2 months ago
Great experience! new concrete floor with Knockout Masonry
I wanted to share my recent experience with Knockout Masonry www.komasonry.com They tore up my old concrete basement floor, dug out 6 inches, poured a…
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landofenchantment
in Handymen and Odd Jobs 12 years and 1 month ago
Great Handyman Rec
Hi, I just wanted to post a strong recommendation for Brian Piersol. I found him here on Brownstoner a couple of years ago and have…
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clumpo
in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 1 month ago
Free Pocket shutters for pick up
I discovered seven original shutters from a park slope brownstone made obsolete by a previous renovation. I would love to see them used by someone…
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jjq
in Roofers 12 years and 1 month ago
HELP! Looking For Good Tile Guy In Brooklyn
I’m looking for an expert local tile guy/gal for a three bathroom job in Bay Ridge. Bathroom floors, bathroom walls and kitchen backsplash tiling needed…
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maxwellimus
in Construction 12 years and 2 months ago
Sound Isolation - Wall Contractor
Hi Everyone – I am looking to beef up my wall between my neighbor that is approximately 20’Wx10’H. I’m planning on doing a double layer…
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hea
in Flooring 12 years and 1 month ago
Refinishing/Staining Parquet Floors - Clinton Hill Coops
Hello all – I’m looking to refinish wood parquet floors in a 1BR in the Clinton Hill Coops. Are there any Brownstoners who live in…
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