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jaimekarate
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 6 months ago
LOOKING FOR A GENERAL CONTRACTOR & ARCHITECT IN 1
We are looking to add stairs between our two floors. Someone recently mentioned that they have heard of GC’s that also have an architectural background…
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basementbound
in Construction 12 years and 9 months ago
Can anybody recommend a reliable contractor?
Looking for a contractor for townhouse/brownstone renovation in Brooklyn that is resonably priced. Please inlcude your experience with them.
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huesos
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 6 months ago
RSS Twilight Zone: Help!
OK, perhaps I’m an idiot, but I cannot seem to get a functioning RSS feed of all Forum posts. I’ve tried various versions of the…
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brooklyntoqueens
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 12 years and 6 months ago
Question about violations
WHat is the difference between an OPEN violation and an ACTIVE violation? I’m waiting to close on a 2 family where there are two OPEN…
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YoungJean
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 6 months ago
Broker Recommendation, or How I Sold in PLG and Bought in Park Slope
Everyone I know who is looking to buy or sell in Brooklyn goes to Erin and Ari of Housebywe, so when it was time for…
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jp2
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 6 months ago
Zoning Question
I am considering a rear yard addition and have conflicting opinions from two architects I have spoken with. Its a two family, two story plus…
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elisenew
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 6 months ago
Used or New Radiators?
We are replacing two baseboard radiators (too small, wrong kind) with larger steam ones. Any advice on whether to buy used or new ones? We…
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elisenew
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 6 months ago
Used or New Radiators?
We are replacing two baseboard radiators (too small, wrong kind) with larger steam ones. Any advice on whether to buy used or new ones? We…
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Lurker
in Building Code 12 years and 6 months ago
Change configuration of two family?
Can’t seem to find any info on this thorny issue and would love input from architects or engineers. We own a three story two family…
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brooklyntoqueens
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 6 months ago
Question about violations
WHat is the difference between an OPEN violation and an ACTIVE violation? I’m waiting to close on a 2 family where there are two OPEN…
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brooklyntoqueens
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 6 months ago
Question about violations
WHat is the difference between an OPEN violation and an ACTIVE violation? I’m waiting to close on a 2 family where there are two OPEN…
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NeoGrec
in Chimney and Fireplace 12 years and 6 months ago
Woodburning Insert: DIBS, are you there?
I’m looking for a wood-burning insert for our standard size brownstone fireplace. We have a new terracotta flue but want the greater efficiency/less mess and…
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delphinez
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 6 months ago
FSBO Advice - Park Slope Brownstone Co-Op
Hello, I am looking for any advice, experiences, tips etc. for selling property without a broker involved. We’d probably be shelling out roughly 40K if…
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blauprint9
in Building Code 12 years and 6 months ago
Permitting novice
Hello! I just had an offer accepted on the most incredible 1 family, that I hope to convert into a 2\. We hope to close…
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faithful2
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 6 months ago
Do I Need to Get This Electrical Issue Checked?
My home’s electrical was done when we renovated in 2007\. For a while now, I notice that when we turn the switches on or off,…
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jessie200
in Pest Control 12 years and 6 months ago
Exterminating German Roaches in an empty building
Does anyone have any recommendations for how to treat a German roach problem in a vacant building? We will be moving in with our family…
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himmelblau
in Construction 12 years and 6 months ago
Small contractor needed with home improvement licence and tracking number
We wrapping up our renovation of a 3-story home in Crown Heights. At the end of the job , we made a few changes to…
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ilikeslices
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 6 months ago
Buying a Parking Spot in a Condo I Don't Live In
I’m interested in purchasing a garaged parking spot in a condo on my block. The spots were given to owners with the purchase price of…
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