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elmo
in Electricians 13 years ago
Leaking issues: roof and window
I have 2 separate issues: 1. The roof of our small extension needs to be replaced as it has been patched up many times already. Does…
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hcmdr5
in Real Estate - Sales 14 years ago
Short Sale/Foreclosure - Anybody selling?
I am looking to purchase a short sale/foreclosure in the Bed-Stuy/Crown Heights/Bushwich/Clinton Hill area but I see that these properties go by quickly. Anybody has…
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AndrewLuke
in Building Code 13 years and 9 months ago
N3 - Asylums and Homes
1810 Avenue H cross Brownstoner a few days ago, and it is close to where I live so I went over and check it out.…
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funkygh
in Brownstoner 13 years ago
burnham oil boiler for sale
I have a burnham V8 series boiler with a beckett burner and a john wood hot water storage tank that I’m taking out of my…
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obama
in Real Estate - Sales 13 years and 2 months ago
Prime Homes NY?
Does anyone know anything about this firm? Are they legit, shady, etc? They have a few interesting listings on Craigslist but are not MLS. http://www.primehomesny.com/ny/ …
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catclarkmw
in Doors & Windows 13 years ago
Has anyone ever seen window gates that function like french doors?
I have 3 windows that look out on to an extension in the back of my house and they need window gates. I want the…
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anon552
in Flooring 13 years ago
Installation of mosaic flooring
I am purchasing a pre-made mosaic for installation in the entry foyer of my brownstone. I need an old, damaged mosaic removed, the underlying floor…
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anonymous
in Doors & Windows 13 years and 1 month ago
Windows & Installation Company
Hi, Just wondering if anyone has experience with windows manufactured by All United Window and/or window installation by Today’s Window & Door Corp.? Thanks!
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vl
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 7 months ago
Recommendation for a Contractor: Sherlock Homes
I would like to recommend Damian from Sherlock Homes Interior Corp. (sherlockhomesny@yahoo.com) for general contracting work and renovations. Damian, Ivan, and Jimmy did a great…
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donkey
in Garden 13 years ago
Where can I find rustic looking paving stones and rocks for a rock garden?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/516c53cdac925-.jpg We are looking for some natural looking, rough shaped paving stones (see photo) to break up our rather feeble lawn. We also need rocks…
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donkey
in Garden 13 years ago
Where can I find rustic looking paving stones and rocks for a rock garden?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/516c53cdac925-.jpg We are looking for some natural looking, rough shaped paving stones (see photo) to break up our rather feeble lawn. We also need rocks…
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ktm6
in Chimney and Fireplace 13 years and 7 months ago
Fireplace Mantel from Park Slope apartment for sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/5050bff7e9372-.jpg This is a carved wooden fireplace mantle for sale. Egg and dart trim, ionic columns, original mirror included. Measures 88″ high by 55″ wide. …
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coopgrl
in Lawyers and legal service 14 years and 1 month ago
Does anyone know an attorney who is very experienced with co-op (unit) foreclosure deals?
Hi – Does anyone know an attorney who has experience with foreclosure transactions for a co-op apartment – preferrably the more complex kinds (with lien/title…
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adam_dahill
in Heating and Cooling 13 years ago
Daikin Altherma in Brownstone? Any stories?
Looking to run A/C in our townhouse as well as upgrade the heat from Hydronic baseboard to radiators. Came across the Daikin Altherma 3 in…
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gatorler
in For Sale 13 years ago
For Sale: Gorgeous Nemo Tile!
We have 11 pieces of leftover 12×24 gorgeous tile from our kitchen reno. It is Pietra d’Italia porcelain tile and the link is here: http://www.nemotile.com/category/porcelain/pietra_d_italia/114 The…
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callie17
in General Contractors 13 years ago
Contractor reco for moving door placement and removing closets
I’ve never hired a contractor before so pardon the ignorance! I’m looking for someone to tear out the closets in my Clinton Hill bedroom (we…
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bkvfx
in Plumbers and Plumbing 13 years ago
price for snake camera?
does anyone had a plumber come and use a snake camera to look into a pipe that is not accessible? if so, how much does…
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CMV
in Real Estate - Rentals 13 years and 1 month ago
Short term housing needed (June - August-ish)
We just went into contract on our Carroll Gardens apartment and need a place to live until we will find our more permanent home. It…
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