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windsorstone
in Flooring 14 years and 2 months ago
any recs for a contractor that specializes in cement floor sealing for a residential space?
i’m moving into an apartment in windsor terrace where there is a cement sub floor and i’d like to have it sealed and shiny and…
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anonymous
in Brownstoner 14 years and 2 months ago
Dramatic increase in rent - how much notice is required?
I live in a one bedroom apartment brownstone apartment with my boyfriend. We received an email from our landlord this Tuesday saying that she plans to…
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dano1182
in Exterminator 14 years and 2 months ago
I have tiny little bugs (ants?)in my kitchen.
I have tiny little bugs (ants?)in my kitchen.They are about the size of a poppy seeds.Any Advice on how to get rid of them??
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Reno2011
in Leisure 14 years and 2 months ago
What to charge movie folks to rent/film in our brownstone for 2 weeks?
Producer and director of mid budget film want to rent our place for two weeks to film a movie. We are allowed to stay in…
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guywithahouse
in Brownstoner 14 years and 2 months ago
Why do I need to accept "Third-Party Cookies" to post on Brownstoner?
While I’m sure that Brownstoner’s cookies are fine, other third-party cookies sometimes can be problematic. Changing my settings every time I want to post here…
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guywithahouse
in Brownstoner 14 years and 2 months ago
Why do I need to accept "Third-Party Cookies" to post on Brownstoner?
While I’m sure that Brownstoner’s cookies are fine, other third-party cookies sometimes can be problematic. Changing my settings every time I want to post here…
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PleasantPlainer
in DIY 14 years and 2 months ago
Repairing water damaged floor joists - what joist hangers for brick?
Hi, I have to reinforce a few floor joists that are “moderately” water damaged on the 2nd floor of a 100 y/o brick row house.…
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thither
in Appliances 14 years and 2 months ago
A/C shopping tips?
Hi all. I’m moving to Brooklyn from San Francisco, and having grown up around here air conditioning is kind of a foreign language to me. …
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bubu
in Lighting 14 years and 2 months ago
Would you replace recess lights and ceiling fan by yourself or hire electrician?
I need to replace them today, but much complicated than I thought. Would you hire electrician or can you do by your self? How much…
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dodgechris
in Locksmith and Security 14 years and 2 months ago
Intercom system Aiphone vs. Comelit
Hi Brownstoners, I’m wondering if anyone has any experience with intecom systems. I’m looking to install one and wondering whether the price difference between an…
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dodgechris
in Locksmith and Security 14 years and 2 months ago
Intercom system Aiphone vs. Comelit
Hi Brownstoners, I’m wondering if anyone has any experience with intecom systems. I’m looking to install one and wondering whether the price difference between an…
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guest4
in Architectural Salvage 14 years and 2 months ago
2nd picture of mantel
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e2dd9c070a6c-.jpg 2nd picture of mantel to be given away.
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arewedoneyet
in Bath & Kitchen 14 years and 2 months ago
Corian fabrication
We need some corian fabricated for the decking of a bath tub as well as a vanity top. Any recommendations? Thanks
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intheair
in Agents and Brokers 14 years and 2 months ago
Would like to refinance, need a broker
I own a mixed use building and would like to refinance it. I need the interest deduction. Anyone recommend a good Mortgage broker? One that…
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fritz
in Real Estate - General 14 years and 2 months ago
Anyone have experience co-owning a property as a Tenancy in Common (TIC)?
By TIC I am referring to the type of arrangement at the top of this page: http://www.new-york-new-york-real-estate.com/t1.html I own 2 row houses in Brooklyn and…
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mystiky
in Plumbers and Plumbing 14 years and 2 months ago
Is using PVC pipe for waste now legal in NYC?
Someone menitoned to me that since June 2010, it is now legal to use PVC pipes in a single family houses in NYC (Brooklyn) as…
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SMR
in Insurance 14 years and 2 months ago
Calculating condo replacement cost?
We are in contract for a DUMBO condo and are getting quotes for walls-in (HO6) insurance. As relocating California suburbanites we have no idea how…
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guest4
in Lumber and Building Materials 14 years and 2 months ago
Free - letter box
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e3036bc7d746-.jpg Made in USA (I think), new never installed letter box by Auth-Florence. I have the semi-recessed collar but you can order the full surface-mount…
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