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Wrecker

in Architecture 13 years and 1 month ago

Architect, engineer or both?

Hi all, I’m looking to add a bathroom to the second floor of my house, which would entail closing off a staircase. I need help figuring…

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steveyp

in Decks and Porches 13 years and 1 month ago

looking for rooftop deck builder

looking for contractor to build rooftop deck

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Updated 13 years and 1 month ago

zerocool

in Architecture 13 years and 1 month ago

boiler maintenance

I bought a new home recently and I know nothing about boiler maintenance, ie. cleaning, flushing etc…. I have a Weil-Mclain gas boiler. I’m thinking…

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Updated 13 years and 1 month ago

milkshake

in Building Code 13 years and 1 month ago

Bathrooms vent to furnace closet?

Is there any chance this meets code?  The bathroom vents in the condo we are renting (built in 2008) weren’t doing much, and after a…

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Updated 13 years and 1 month ago

gardenchill

in Garden 13 years and 1 month ago

Time Warner vs. Cablevision

I’m considering leaving Time Warner and going to Cablevision for their triple play. Anyone have any insight regarding service, etc? Thanks.

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Updated 13 years and 1 month ago

zerocool

in Architecture 13 years and 1 month ago

boiler maintenance

I bought a new home recently and I know nothing about boiler maintenance, ie. cleaning, flushing etc…. I have a Weil-Mclain gas boiler. I’m thinking…

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funstraw

in Plumbers and Plumbing 13 years and 1 month ago

Insulating thick cold water pipes

We have 1 3/4″ cold water supply pipes coming into our building.  I would like to use foam insulation to cut down the condensation and…

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Updated 13 years and 1 month ago

dancingirl

in Doors & Windows 13 years and 1 month ago

Window restoration

Has anyone used Method Restoration?  If so, could you please tell me about your experience with them?  thanks!

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slopeenrichment

in Education 13 years and 1 month ago

Park Slopes Got Talent

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/513f7aafbcc88-.jpg Hi guys!! I do not have a question. I just wanted to let everyone know of a local childrens contest / event. Please spread…

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slopeenrichment

in Education 13 years and 1 month ago

Park Slopes Got Talent

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/513f7aafbcc88-.jpg Hi guys!! I do not have a question. I just wanted to let everyone know of a local childrens contest / event. Please spread…

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brooklynny

in Doors 13 years and 1 month ago

Securing Glass-Paned Front Entry Door

Like many others, my house’s front entry door has glass panes that would enable a burglar to easily unlock the door simply by breaking the glass…

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Updated 13 years and 1 month ago

marykc

in Lawyers and legal service 13 years and 1 month ago

Does anyone have experience with foreclosing on a lien for unpaid common charges?

There is also a mortgage foreclosure filed, but bank taking zero action for 3 plus years.

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clintonhillhome

in Mortgage 13 years and 2 months ago

Re-fi - 2 family used as 3 family

We would like to re-fi our home which is a legal two but used as a three.  Will this be a problem when we have…

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Updated 13 years and 1 month ago

harlem_reno

in Building Code 13 years and 1 month ago

ADA requirements for a garden-parlor level duplex

I’m looking to gut renovate a 4 story brownstone (garden, parlor, first, second) and convert it to a 3-family. The plan is to have the…

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harlem_reno

in Building Code 13 years and 1 month ago

ADA requirements for a garden-parlor level duplex

I’m looking to gut renovate a 4 story brownstone (garden, parlor, first, second) and convert it to a 3-family. The plan is to have the…

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brooklynny

in Doors 13 years and 1 month ago

Securing Glass-Paned Front Entry Door

Like many others, my house’s front entry door has glass panes that would enable a burglar to easily unlock the door simply by breaking the glass…

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milkshake

in Building Code 13 years and 1 month ago

Bathrooms vent to furnace closet?

Is there any chance this meets code?  The bathroom vents in the condo we are renting (built in 2008) weren’t doing much, and after a…

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carlyfreedom

in General Contractors 13 years and 1 month ago

ISO HVAC contractor to vent laundry room for dryer.

I’m looking for a contravor (HVAC, I think?) to vent our laundry room for a dryer.  Any recs appreciated.  Thanks!

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Updated 13 years and 1 month ago

downsizer

in Architecture 13 years and 1 month ago

Downsizing and need architect with experience in planning small (600 sq ft) studio pied a terre

Am planning to downsize to a 600 sq ft studio (parlor floor front) to be used as a pied a terre. Architect needed to work…

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webby1000

in Energy Efficiency 13 years and 1 month ago

Electric PLP Skyrockets during the winter

My electricity costs for my 3 family absolutely skyrocket during winter months, from about $90 a month to $400 a month.  Each apartment has its…

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Updated 13 years and 1 month ago

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