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summerjamz
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 6 months ago
Brownstone original plaster ceiling repair
The big chunk of the plaster ceiling in my 110+ yr old brownstone fell out (ironically, on Labor Day)- likely due to years of layers…
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cate
in Mortgage 12 years and 6 months ago
Lenders for units in small buildings?
Anyone know of a lender or type of lender who lends on coops or condos in very small buildings (fewer than three units) — buildings…
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starfish11040
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 6 months ago
looking for a portrait of Grand Army Plaza
Anyone know where I can purchase a portrait or painting of Grand Army Plaza? I would like to frame it and hang it in my…
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slu2
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 6 months ago
New Contractor - Rough Carpentry and Custom Furniture Millwork
Serious inquiries only. Anyone need a small interior renovation done? My contractor is looking for new work in Bklyn!
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cuzzinned
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 7 months ago
Fire Stopping for two-Family?
I am in the middle of the permit application process for our two-Family townhouse. My AR seems a bit conflicting when it comes to fire…
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nalusurf
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 6 months ago
Oil to Gas Conversion: Any personal preference/recos for steam vs. hot water??
Hi All, thanks in advance for any guidance (especially from Steam Man and Masterplumber)! Converting from oil heat to gas heat in a 3 story…
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anon200
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 6 months ago
Power washing facade - cover windows?
We’re about to have a contractor power-wash our exterior, and they indicated that they won’t be covering the windows. (They just suggested that we removed…
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overherhead
in For Sale 12 years and 6 months ago
Small bathroom sink for sale
I screwed up in my upstairs bathroom reno – I bought a great small sink (white, about 19″x19″), and once I installed it I just…
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Somerset
in Doors 12 years and 6 months ago
Brownstone front doors for sale
This pair of beautiful, thick antique doors have already been stripped and brand new beveled, tempered glass has been installed. Alas, they do not fit…
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franger96
in Building Code 12 years and 6 months ago
Curb cut
I recently applied for a curb cut permit and from the prerequisites DOB stated I assumed I would get approval. I looked up the job…
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Somerset
in Doors 12 years and 6 months ago
Brownstone front doors for sale
This pair of beautiful, thick antique doors have already been stripped and brand new beveled, tempered glass has been installed. Alas, they do not fit…
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gates_ave
in Garden 12 years and 7 months ago
Mulch patio ... Bad Idea?
My backyard is a mess of patchy grass and weeds, mosquitoes, and plenty of tree shade and leaves on the fall. I’ve seen out of…
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chipito
in Garden 12 years and 9 months ago
DOB advice
Any advice for a first time visit to the Department of Buildings? I’m doing due dilligence before a purchase so looking to see if there’s…
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franger96
in Building Code 12 years and 6 months ago
Curb cut
I recently applied for a curb cut permit and from the prerequisites DOB stated I assumed I would get approval. I looked up the job…
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anon200
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 6 months ago
Power washing facade - cover windows?
We’re about to have a contractor power-wash our exterior, and they indicated that they won’t be covering the windows. (They just suggested that we removed…
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shatz
in Plumbers and Plumbing 12 years and 6 months ago
Move Gas Line
I am doing a DIY reno of my kitchen. I am relocating the range and need to move the gas line 5′. Do I need…
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SusanElkins
in Front and Backyards 12 years and 6 months ago
Bluestone, fence and pergola installation
Hi Brownstoners, It’s been eons since I posted but I wanted to give an unapologetic plug to M. Hamid Construction. Hamid is a careful, exacting…
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anon552
in Heating 14 years and 7 months ago
Has anyone had any dealings with Budimex-Tribeca Construction Corp. d/b/a/ Radiant Heating NY?
Saw their truck in the neighborhood. Web site is adequately impressive, but voice mail system is not. Googled them and find they have “offices” in…
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