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concreteflows

in Brownstoner 13 years and 4 months ago

16-unit building with new owner; tenants organization

I am a tenant in a 16-unit building in Bed Stuy, which was sold to a new owner in November.  The building is mixed with…

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homely

in Brownstoner 13 years and 4 months ago

TEPID WATER IN ISOLATED SPOTS! NEED PLUMBING GUIDANCE! HELP!

I have a really weird issue. Two bathrooms lined up with each other: one on third floor, one on fourth.  I’m getting only tepid water…

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gundijones

in Furnace Repair 13 years and 4 months ago

Furnace repairs DIY

Furnaces can sometimes give you head aches, especially if it’s cold outside and you need it more than ever. To make sure you don’t need…

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sobrooklyn

in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 4 months ago

Cheap Countertops

Any suggestions for a place where I can get quartz or granite countertops for under $40 a sq ft, including installation?  Thanks!

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Updated 13 years and 4 months ago

serpentor

in Furniture 13 years and 4 months ago

Good Sources for Lumber Salvage

I’m interested in finding some salvage lumber for a standing desk project. Anyone have good leads on lumber sources? Build it Green is on my…

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Updated 13 years and 4 months ago

lucysnowe

in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 4 months ago

Silver plated chandelier for sale

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50ce7573390bc-.jpg Approx. 19″w x 23″h $100 Call 917-907-3030

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lucysnowe

in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 4 months ago

Sweet tole chandelier

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50ce746da1791-.jpg Approx. 13″w x 13″ h We have missing crystals.  Chandelier needs some cosmetic attention, but is special. $75 Call 917-907-3030

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lucysnowe

in Lighting 13 years and 4 months ago

Several chandeliers for sale

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50ce73831991d-.jpg This one is in excellent condition, very valuable frosted glass. Approx. 20″d x 12″ h $150 Call 917-907-3030

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lucysnowe

in Lighting 13 years and 4 months ago

Several chandeliers for sale

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50ce73831991d-.jpg This one is in excellent condition, very valuable frosted glass. Approx. 20″d x 12″ h $150 Call 917-907-3030

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crownheights2012

in Conversion 13 years and 4 months ago

Tax implications of converting from 4 family to 2 or 3 (Bedsty)

We are considering a multifamily (4 family) which we would like to convert to a 2 or 3 family.  Taxes are currently quite high as…

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Updated 13 years and 4 months ago

crownheights2012

in Conversion 13 years and 4 months ago

Tax implications of converting from 4 family to 2 or 3 (Bedsty)

We are considering a multifamily (4 family) which we would like to convert to a 2 or 3 family.  Taxes are currently quite high as…

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r-squared

in Handymen and Odd Jobs 13 years and 4 months ago

handyman hourly rates

We’ve been looking for a reliable handyman to perform some simple, yet tedious and time-consuming jobs around the house. Our neighbours gave us a few…

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Updated 13 years and 4 months ago

drunkenstooper

in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 4 months ago

The Pfizer Mansion Salvage Giveaway

Hi, We have doors, moldings, stained glass windows, subway tile and more. Please call 917 734 1383 with your questions or to make an appointment.…

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drunkenstooper

in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 4 months ago

The Pfizer Mansion Salvage Giveaway

Hi, We have doors, moldings, stained glass windows, subway tile and more. Please call 917 734 1383 with your questions or to make an appointment.…

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crownheights

in Other 13 years and 4 months ago

Antique dresser for sale by owner...$150

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50cccfea60ba2-.jpg Antique dresser for sale by owner… $150 Link to additional pictures below https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.258354927624315.59850.100003494304472&type=1&l=2011e1da49

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Updated 13 years and 4 months ago

nalusurf

in Flooring 13 years and 4 months ago

Recommendations for a Wood Floor Contractor?

Hello All.  We are looking to have someone come and do a simple buff job on old wood parquee floors.  We are not looking for…

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Silvermax

in Other 13 years and 4 months ago

Computer Person Sought

Would like to get some in-home computer help with setup and instruction of some basic software, like Skyp. It seems to me there was someone…

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crownheights

in Other 13 years and 4 months ago

Antique dresser for sale by owner...$150

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50cccfea60ba2-.jpg Antique dresser for sale by owner… $150 Link to additional pictures below https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.258354927624315.59850.100003494304472&type=1&l=2011e1da49

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architerp

in Boiler Repair 13 years and 4 months ago

Boiler Re-Piping Recs

I’m looking to have my boiler re-piped. It’s knocking uncontrollably. I have to drain it at least once a month. I’m looking for some some…

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Updated 13 years and 4 months ago

somavision

in Building Code 13 years and 4 months ago

Legal Conversion of a 3 Family Semi-Attached to a 5 Family in Astoria, Queens

Hope some brilliant person out there can help me out with this. I recently moved into a 2 BR on the first floor of a…

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