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briank
in Construction 12 years and 9 months ago
carpeting rule enforcement beyond condo by-laws
The provision that all floors above the 1st should have at least 80% of the area carpeted is a rule that is recorded on many…
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pdiddy
in Roofers 12 years and 9 months ago
Can anybody recommend a reliable construction contract lawyer?
Looking for a construction contract lawyer to review the contractor before we hire a contractor for renovation in Brooklyn. This lawyer also needs to be…
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rosyglow19
in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 9 months ago
Ballpark cost of moving small kitchen in floor-through apartment?
Hey gang, We’re considering buying a floor-through apartment in a brownstone. It’s cheaper than most because of its layout: the kitchen is in the rear…
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CGDad
in Construction 12 years and 9 months ago
raising ceiling into cockloft
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/51c5b1efa0d91-.jpg Hi all – My youngest (of 3) children has the short end of the stick in our townhouse, sleeping in the smallest 7’x10′ room…
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kgriffin
in Foundation 12 years and 9 months ago
Underpinning: Buying An old Brooklyn Two Family. Need to know if underpinning done correctly
Like most other houses in Brooklyn, this house is >100 years old. It was recently renovated – decent job – not a stellar one. But…
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brooklyn scout
in Building Code 12 years and 9 months ago
Fences make good neighbors
I have a terrace that borders another building’s terrace on the 5th floor of a townhouse. There is a half wall that separates our terraces.…
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hamster
in Building Code 12 years and 9 months ago
Contractor no show for 2 weeks
What do you do if your contractor does not show up for 2 week? Also not returning any calls.
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bluehelen
in Locksmith and Security 12 years and 9 months ago
Recommendation for a terrific ironworker
Just wanted to post a recommendation for a really great ironworker who my husband and I recently had the pleasure of working with. We hired…
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bluehelen
in Locksmith and Security 12 years and 9 months ago
Recommendation for a terrific ironworker
Just wanted to post a recommendation for a really great ironworker who my husband and I recently had the pleasure of working with. We hired…
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basementbound
in Chimney and Fireplace 12 years and 9 months ago
chimney repair/repointing
Looking for a company that rebuilds/repoints chimneys for turn of the century townhouse. Any recommendations greatly appreciated!
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basementbound
in Electricians 12 years and 9 months ago
Can any one recommend a good NY licensed electrician?
Licensed electrician needed for upgrade of a townhouse c 1905\. Recommendations? Experience?
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poise
in Insurance 12 years and 9 months ago
have concerns about my homeowners insurance
I’m renewing my policy with Brownstoners. I have a brownstone, one half of which I occupy and one half is rented. I have some concerns…
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Augustiner
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 13 years and 2 months ago
Fire rated parlor door
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/51155da042455-.jpg Now this is really sad … it looks like I have to remove my beautiful parlor door and replace it with an ugly 90…
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chanel
in Accounting 13 years and 5 months ago
Condo personnel Req: Accountant, Electrician, Plumber, Handy Man
Hi, I am seeking assistance for a 6-8 unit condo in Fort Greene Brooklyn area. We are looking for various personnel to provide general electrician,…
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jumping
in Construction 13 years ago
After electrician wall repair, popcorn ceilings rec
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/5163696e15da6-.jpg I’m planning on having an electrician rewire a 1400 sq foot single family house and anticipating some wall and ceiling damage to the plaster.…
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Juno106
in Electricians 12 years and 11 months ago
Looking for electrician with outdoor experience
Want to add some low-voltage lights to the backyard. Any recommendations greatly appreciated!
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el exigente
in Electricians 12 years and 10 months ago
I am looking for a reliable electrician to fix faulty switches and fixtures as well as outdoor lighting in my house. I have multiple small electrical jobs that need to be done.
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bklass173
in Appliances 12 years and 9 months ago
Can an air conditioner be too loud that you can make someone remove it? If so, what is the legal noise limit and how would you get an accurate reading?
My neighbor is complaining that my air conditioner is too loud. I feel it makes as much noise as any other air conditionder. The model…
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jbgreen
in Energy Efficiency 12 years and 11 months ago
Receive $75 plus free energy audit by participating in academic energy efficiency study
I am working with the Pratt Center for Community Development, the New York State Energy Research & Development Authority (NYSERDA) and Bright Power, Inc. to…
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