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guikazoid
in General Contractors 14 years and 2 months ago
Cost of Installing Proper Ventilation in Finished Basement
Community, The basement of the home we are about to close on is completely finished. It has poor ventilation. The boiler room stinks and the “recreational area”…
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ProspectWitch
in Exterminator 14 years and 2 months ago
Exterminating and Re-insulating
This question is sort of two parts, but they are related We have a very bad moth infestation in our attic…two types of moths: indian…
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danm
in Garden 14 years and 2 months ago
Want free gravel? We ordered too much. You haul it away and it is yours
We had our back patio redone and ordered way too much gravel. Literally a one ton bag is left over. Want it for free? Just…
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anonymous
in Environmental and Green Design 14 years and 2 months ago
Anyone know what is going on with the Gowanus Canal?
I am in contract on a home in the Gowanus and I really love the nabe. It’s got great bars, coffee shops and restaurants and…
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Jrandolph
in Painters and Painting & Stripping 14 years and 2 months ago
Whitewashing my brick wall
Im looking for someone who can give me some advice with whitewashing my interior wall or who can recommend someone reputable who does this. Thanks,…
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aravalittle
in Lighting 14 years and 2 months ago
Vintage Lights Leftover From Reno
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e373b2d0c52b-.jpg Hi Everyone, We just finished a big reno and I have a bunch of lights left over if anyone is interested. A couple have…
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guysmiley128
in Co-Op Related 14 years and 2 months ago
Thoughts on Concord Village
I’m thinking of buying in Concord Village and am wondering what people’s experience has been like living there. Pros? Cons? I’ve heard varying things about…
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Nadya5
in Flooring 14 years and 2 months ago
Can anyone recommend to me someone to install hardwood flooring?
Hopefully not too expensive.
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iametis
in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 2 months ago
Foundation Wateproofing
Can the forum recommend a contractor for wet foundation in basement — need to address the following items and determine if we are addressing the problem…
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joesalem
in Architectural Salvage 14 years and 2 months ago
OAK SHUTTERS
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e38587b3caa1-.jpg 8 oak shutters for sale. Very good condition. Dimensions are 33 3/8″ in height and 31″ in width. Already been stripped and sanded. $100…
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rodneyanonymous
in Architectural Salvage 14 years and 2 months ago
buyer of iron window security bars
We have a number of ornate iron window security bars taking up space in our basement that we’d like to sell. They are of the…
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realestate
in Bath & Kitchen 14 years and 2 months ago
Kitchen countertops you love? Soapstone? What else?
(Re-posting this since my first post had a tech error). We need to choose kitchen countertops for townhouse we are renovating and don’t want polished…
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guysmiley128
in Co-Op Related 14 years and 2 months ago
Thoughts on Concord Village
I’m thinking of buying in Concord Village and am wondering what people’s experience has been like living there. Pros? Cons? I’ve heard varying things about…
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danm
in Garden 14 years and 2 months ago
Want free gravel? We ordered too much. You haul it away and it is yours
We had our back patio redone and ordered way too much gravel. Literally a one ton bag is left over. Want it for free? Just…
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bk_homeslice
in Architecture 14 years and 2 months ago
Thoughts on renovating this house
Hey everyone, I am on a quest to buy a house in brooklyn and I came across this house: http://corcoran.com/property/listing.aspx?Region=NYC&ListingID=2046052 Eventhough it’s listed as a…
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brooklynite5
in Electricians 14 years and 2 months ago
Cost for electrical upgrade with dedicated circuits
I have a 4th floor apt in a Brownstone. I’m looking to upgrade from 30 amp service (with fuses) to 60 amp service. Also need…
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mystiky
in Decorative 14 years and 2 months ago
Where can I get moldings for outside wires encosure?
I live in Brooklyn, and on the back of my house, I have 4 wires (all 4 TV related) running down and across. I would…
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bubu
in Skylight 14 years and 2 months ago
All about skylights
Now I am planning to add skylights to flat roof of newly built extended room, living room (16×20). I would like to have opinions from…
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ari11210
in Real Estate - Sales 14 years and 2 months ago
Haven't found buyer but want to move. Leave on market, empty, or find tenant to rent?
I have not yet found a buyer for my apartment in Park Slope, but want to move regardless. Am I better off leaving it empty,…
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