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gasbklyn

in Doors 13 years and 9 months ago

Can anyone recommend someone to replace 2 door saddles?

Can anyone recommend someone to replace 2 door saddles?

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M

in Construction 13 years and 9 months ago

Ardex flooring

I would like to install a white cement floor with an epoxy glossy finish in the bathroom. The contractor suggested time ago Ardex. Has anyone…

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jasetheace

in Insurance 13 years and 9 months ago

Homeowners insurance

Does anyone have any good recommendations for Homeowners insurance. Its for a 4 floor brownstone with a garden rental. tia

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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

seriousasaheartattack

in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 9 months ago

Basement Ceiling - exposed joists

Hi All, I’m currently in the process of removing our basement’s ancient, crumbling plaster ceiling as step one of making the space usable.   My…

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xanthiner

in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 9 months ago

Deck question

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e417ab9b594f-.jpg I’ve recently moved to Prospect Heights and found an apartment.  When viewing, the landlord said that if we desired, for an extra $200 a…

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voltron

in General Contractors 13 years and 9 months ago

What legal actions can be done?

I have a contractor that has gone awol. Not answering phone messages or emails and has gone completely MIA. Problem is he has gone MIA…

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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

mbw

in Roofers 13 years and 9 months ago

What can be put on top of a rubber roof?

I am getting my roof redone. New rubber sheets and aluminum coated. I’d love to have some covering to make it nice (and occassionally walkable,…

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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

crownheightsluver

in Landmarks 13 years and 9 months ago

North Crown Heights Landmarking

Does anyone know if Pacific Street between Brooklyn and New York Avenues will be part of the Phase III land marking? I was also wondering…

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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

billy

in Building Code 13 years and 9 months ago

DOB Sprinkler worktype and Schedule B

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billy

in Construction 13 years and 9 months ago

Where can I post con-artist contractor beware warnings and my disaster project?

Community warning

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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

rebox

in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 9 months ago

Marble Mantle Piece

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e4096fcbac7e-.jpg Missing that one piece? Marble mantle side — all that’s left, I’m afraid. It’s about 43 inches high. Perfect condition. Will sell cheap. Can…

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desperatelyseekingbrownstone

in Landlord 13 years and 9 months ago

Tax advantages of 3 vs. 4-family brownstone?

I currently own a 4-family brownstone (technically a commercial property). My family occupies the lower duplex, and rents out the two top floors. For property…

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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

bowl-of-dicks

in Drywall and Insulation 13 years and 9 months ago

Sheetrocker for small job

I am in need of a handyman with sheetrocking experience for a very small job in Bay Ridge. Wall is only 9′-6″x 10′-6″ and it…

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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

doubter

in Carpet and Upholstery 13 years and 9 months ago

so what's the real deal with Flor tiles?

They look great in all the listings and catalogs, but turn out to be nothing but pure dirt magnets in my house. What am I…

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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

amberpierce

in Carpenters and Woodworkers 13 years and 9 months ago

exterior door guy?

We need to replace the exterior door of a brownstone in a landmarked stretch of park slope, and don’t have the deepest of pockets. Any…

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renovation2011

in General Contractors 13 years and 9 months ago

Need a GC Recommendation for Townhouse

We are seeking recommendation for  great and reasonable contractors to bid on a gut reno of a 5 story TH project with a mid-level budget.…

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CK120

in Appliances 13 years and 9 months ago

For Sale: GE portable dishwasher

GE portable dishwasher available. Pretty new dishwasher. Requires hose attachment to your faucet (not included). Great for tenants or temporary arrangments. This is the type…

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paulgpp

in Doors 13 years and 9 months ago

3 family entry unit doors have to be firerated in NYC

I am looking to replace all my doors currenly they are metal to all the 3 units even though it’s 3 family i use it…

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Updated 13 years and 9 months ago

jasetheace

in Insurance 13 years and 9 months ago

Homeowners insurance

Does anyone have any good recommendations for Homeowners insurance. Its for a 4 floor brownstone with a garden rental. tia

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stevecym

in Electricians 13 years and 9 months ago

Search for Licensed Electricians Turns Up Questionable Characters

Dear Brownstoners:   The other day a post appeared on this site asking about the cost of electrical upgrades to a house.  I responded by…

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