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ppwest
in Cellar 14 years and 1 month ago
Hurricane Prep
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e5677f34e815-.jpg I live at the top of the Slope, so not worried, but what should our friends and neighbours in the flood zone [especially with…
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gfsoileau
in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 1 month ago
Extending Parapet?
Hello Brownstoners, my neighbor has an old extension that is partially on my property. The extension is old, older than 10 years and is now…
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guikazoid
in Insurance 14 years and 1 month ago
Home Insurance Recommendations for Gowanus House
I’ve seen plenty of posting regarding home insurance for brownstones in Brooklyn. I am looking for home insurance for a house located in the teens…
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dylan621
in Flooring 14 years and 1 month ago
Prefinished Hardwood Flooring Sources
I need to find prefinished hardwood flooring to replace some damaged pieces that matches the existing flooring. Can anyone recommend a place with a wide selection of…
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snappyglitter
in Quality of Life 14 years and 1 month ago
TONIGHT'S THE NIGHT! PARTY!!!
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e5627b1b6c98-.gif When: August 25th, 6:30pm Where: 308 Flatbush Avenue What: Do you really have to ask? CobbleSnaps Productions proudly presents our annual End of Summer…
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brownieinhk
in Construction 14 years and 1 month ago
Has anyone had any experience with these contractors?
Hello, We are considering three construction companies for our near gut renovation. Has anyone heard about or had any experince with any of these? –GO…
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esther
in Architecture 14 years and 1 month ago
Cutting Into Interior Space
My hubby and I are doing major renovations to our apartment. One of the ideas we had was to put a balcony or small terrace on…
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guikazoid
in Insurance 14 years and 1 month ago
Geico (Occidental) vs. Allstate (Tristate Insurance Jericho, NY)
Homeowners insurance: Geico is giving a quote $200 more than Allstate. The coverage is about the same. Does anyone have experience dealing with Occidental or…
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park_slope_boy
in Plumbers and Plumbing 14 years and 1 month ago
homeowner warranty?
Do you gals/guys have any suggestions for a good homeowner warranty company? Something that covers basic systems (AC, heating etc). I am looking online and…
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dylan621
in Flooring 14 years and 1 month ago
Prefinished Hardwood Flooring Sources
I need to find prefinished hardwood flooring to replace some damaged pieces that matches the existing flooring. Can anyone recommend a place with a wide selection of…
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guikazoid
in Insurance 14 years and 1 month ago
Geico (Occidental) vs. Allstate (Tristate Insurance Jericho, NY)
Homeowners insurance: Geico is giving a quote $200 more than Allstate. The coverage is about the same. Does anyone have experience dealing with Occidental or…
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brownstoner
in Flooring 14 years and 1 month ago
What Does Your Parquet Pattern Look Like?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e5536aae9e4c-.jpg You can now post photos in the comments to a Forum post. To demonstrate, please upload a photo of the pattern of your parquet…
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grimacenyc
in Construction 14 years and 1 month ago
Builder / GC needed for townhouse ground-up construction
Hello- I am looking for reccomendations for experienced Builders / GC’s that would be qualified to bid on our project which is a ground-up construction…
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esther
in Architecture 14 years and 1 month ago
Cutting Into Interior Space
My hubby and I are doing major renovations to our apartment. One of the ideas we had was to put a balcony or small terrace on…
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petrinij
in Mortgage 14 years and 1 month ago
2 family home vs. 1 family home
Dear All Attesting to the fact that I was numb from the shock of signing my mortgage papers and/or to plain ignorance, I’m not sure…
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guikazoid
in Insurance 14 years and 1 month ago
Home Insurance Recommendations for Gowanus House
I’ve seen plenty of posting regarding home insurance for brownstones in Brooklyn. I am looking for home insurance for a house located in the teens…
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bluecat
in Flooring 14 years and 1 month ago
where to get T&G
I’m looking for some Golden Red Oak 2-1/4″ Tongue & Groove flooring, prelaminated. I found a single sample piece at Premium (3rd Ave/31st St) but…
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cathyg
in Doors 14 years and 1 month ago
Doorbell Installation
I need to install a doorbell to my single family house. It;s a simple installation with 1 chime and 1 bell. I am getting outrageously…
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