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bk_homeslice

in General Contractors 14 years ago

2 family duplex to a 2 family and 1 floor rental.

Hey everyone, I wanted to ask how difficult would it be to convert this double duplex to a owner’s triplex and a 1 floor rental? …

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Updated 14 years ago

mysteriousbrunette

in Electricians 14 years ago

Electrician

Please recommend an electrician.  I would like to increase the power to the apartment.  Thank you.

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louisel

in Exterminator 14 years ago

scratching in the wall in evening and night on top floor - I'm thinking a squirrel, how do I get him out ?

There is an industrious scratching in the wall on the top floor of my house, mostly in the evening and at night.  It is not…

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Updated 14 years ago

bling

in Real Estate - General 14 years ago

Quadriad Realty Permanent Affordable Housing Leases?

Quadriad claims that they offered to their Williamsburg Project on North 3rd Street permanent affordable housing rent leases.  They promised to not go to market…

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Updated 14 years ago

guikazoid

in Painters and Painting & Stripping 14 years ago

Highly Recommend - Painter & Plaster Pro

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e6ec3b80f762-.jpg We got this recommendation off of Brownstoner and this guy really came through. We called Jose (347-548-4173) to discuss his rate and he was…

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Updated 14 years ago

jarnow4

in Architecture 14 years ago

Looking for engineer for foundation issues

We have a broken sewer pipe in the foundation with cracks in the wall above it. We’d like to have a structural engineer determine how…

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guikazoid

in Painters and Painting & Stripping 14 years ago

Highly Recommend - Painter & Plaster Pro

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e6ec3b80f762-.jpg We got this recommendation off of Brownstoner and this guy really came through. We called Jose (347-548-4173) to discuss his rate and he was…

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beeninbrooklyn

in For Sale 14 years ago

For Sale: Designer LAX Desk from MASH Studio (PIC)

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e6d4a3576c7c-.jpg This is the ultra fashionable wall-mounted LAX Desk from MASH Studios. It’s in pristine condition and measures 58″ x 20″ x 15″. We set…

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Updated 14 years ago

bennybushwick

in Electricians 14 years ago

Electricians

I am about to use Cierello to do some work in my bathroom and he may not be available on the day that i need…

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bennybushwick

in Electricians 14 years ago

Electricians

I am about to use Cierello to do some work in my bathroom and he may not be available on the day that i need…

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ebsjb

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years ago

Recommendation for Grand Renovation?

Has anyone used Grand Renovation, listed in the directory, for brownstone renovation jobs? Or can you recommend a GC? We are purchasing a landmark Bed-Stuy…

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brickstone

in Roofers 14 years ago

Roofer Experience

I am considering using Premier Roofing to replace my roof. Has anyone used them and if so, were you happy with their work? Thanks!

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Updated 14 years ago

hc

in Driveways, Patios, Sidewalks and Steps 14 years ago

Skilled concrete labourer for finish and saw cuts

I am looking for a skilled concrete laborer who can help me with a small front yard approx 10 x 15, need someone who can…

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Updated 14 years ago

sunbury

in Roofers 14 years ago

Vent on roof - and chimney leak

I had ocassion to go on the roof because tenants noticed top of non-working fireplace was damp on one side and there a watermark on…

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Updated 14 years ago

steam_man

in Garden Design and Maintenance 14 years ago

Landscape Designer or Architect

My building is looking to do some landscape work and we have an awful lot of area (1/4 acre) to work with. We have a…

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dave2011

in Other 14 years ago

My neighbror play Very loud music every friday night until 4AM...

Hi, Maybe someone can help me, i have a african american neighbror who play very loud music (he has a dider system) every friday night they have…

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anonCH

in Plumbers and Plumbing 14 years and 1 month ago

Plumbing upgrade in a 4 story brownstone - costs and any recs ?

We are looking at a 4 story brownstone, which needs a full plumbing upgrade. There are old pipes in the wall, and other pipes (copper)…

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Updated 14 years ago

kls

in Cellar 14 years ago

Water Detective

We have water coming in to our basement in several different places (front of house and back) and I really need someone to come in…

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Updated 14 years ago

cathyg

in Plumbers and Plumbing 14 years ago

Converting from Oil to Gas Heat

Looking for a reputable plummer to switch my oil heater over gas.  any recommendations ?

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Updated 14 years ago

brownman

in Exteriors 14 years ago

Storm Repair

We suffered some damage due to Hurricane Irene. Can anyone recommend a repairperson or contractor they used who could repair missing exterior shingles, roof, and…

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Updated 14 years ago

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