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shelly.cano88
in General Discussion 1 year and 9 months ago
What are ongoing maintenance costs for a wrought iron fence?
Hi, trying to decide between a black steel or wrought iron front fence. The cost difference is about $1000, which puts it right in the…
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sleestack
in General Discussion 1 year and 9 months ago
Facade Restoration
There have been many posts over the years about brownstone facade renovations, but I’m wondering if anyone has recommendations and views on what’s a reasonable…
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vlum201
in General Discussion 1 year and 10 months ago
Expected cost for window replacement in Landmark district
Hi all. I am looking to replace 3 of my windows in a landmark district. Was wondering if you know what is the average cost…
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xuytbjicwnofjdde
in General Discussion 1 year and 9 months ago
New radiators for steam boiler system
I’ve seen a lot of the recent posts about mini-splits / keeping radiators as heat source back-up, and it got me thinking that I may…
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jf
in General Discussion 1 year and 9 months ago
Injection Waterproofing in Cellar - Seeking Opinions
Hi everyone! I am finishing my cellar in my BK townhouse with a rubble foundation. Ground water in the rear of the cellar is seeping…
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special inspections
Our expeditor says we will need the following special inspections to get the permit for our deck (the plans have been approved): Concrete Cast In…
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jrs84o
in General Discussion 1 year and 9 months ago
Mitsubishi Hyper-Heat…. Or?
I’ve had Mitsu Hyper Heats installed for about 10 years… They pump good heat on MODERATE temp days, say, above 20 degrees, but must be…
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solehappy
in General Discussion 1 year and 9 months ago
what is everyones electric bill?
duplex mini split ac june/july usage 1006 kwh bill $335.27
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moriata
in General Discussion 1 year and 9 months ago
What do you look for in tenants who live in same building as you?
Hi all, we are turning over our rental unit for the first time in literally 20 years after a series of young friends/roommates/subletters have finally…
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michaelcoughlan
in General Discussion 1 year and 10 months ago
Water damage in garden level foyer
Hi all — we have some repeat water damage on a wall near the front door to the garden level apartment. My first instinct was…
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DouglasAlan
in General Discussion 1 year and 9 months ago
Window Security Bars for Sale
Six old school iron security gates from a Bed Stuy townhouse. You will need two strong backs to carry them out. I have no idea…
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CHM
in General Discussion 1 year and 9 months ago
ISO someone to install drain and drain pipe under stoop of a brownstone
the recent rains have flooded the area under the stoop and caused water to seep in under the garden apt. door. I’m pretty sure there…
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jrs84o
in General Discussion 1 year and 9 months ago
Can You Store Battery Powered Tools in a Garden Shed?
I built a wooden, non-insulated, rain shielded, walk-in shed in my backyard—with the idea I’d move all my garden tools from the basement into the…
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jrs84o
in General Discussion 1 year and 9 months ago
Can it Really Cost $1,800 to Jet Clean a Main Sewer Line?
Seems to me that the last time I had my main drain cleaned– with the rotating head thingy– it was about $350. My neighbor says…
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xuytbjicwnofjdde
in General Discussion 1 year and 9 months ago
Dog repellent for front of house
I caught my neighbor on camera allowing his dog to poop on the sidewalk in front of our house and then just walk away. I…
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xzgkssumzhyvtey
in General Discussion 1 year and 9 months ago
Hardie architectural panels
The back of my south slope frame house is covered in weird asphalt shingles. I’m doing the front (now vinyl) in Hardie plank lap siding…
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Fiona951753
in General Discussion 1 year and 9 months ago
Researching ways to make energy retrofitting easier for homeowners
Hi everyone! We’re researching ways to make home energy retrofitting (e.g. weatherizing, heat pumps, solar) easier / more accessible for homeowners, and we’d love to…
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heightsgirl
in General Discussion 1 year and 9 months ago
Trying to decide between regular wood-like porcelain tile for two bedroom floors
and Daltile’s Revotile with clikfit installation. Does anyone have a preference for one above the other? And do you know of a good tile installer?…
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