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yanks21
in Heating 12 years and 8 months ago
Moving major steam pipe
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/511b99d1d94ae-.jpg We have a steam heating pipe coming right out of the boiler room (that insulated sections further back in photo) and cuts right through…
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timber
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 8 months ago
Barclays blue tarps on roof
Anybody know why there are blue tarps on parts of the Barclay’s roof? I’m guessing there were some leaks from the snow.
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iranyc
in Doors 12 years and 8 months ago
Water leak from parlor door
Twice over the last few years, heavy rains blowing towards the front of our north-facing brownstone led to water coming through the frame of the…
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minasimon
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 12 years and 8 months ago
DOB Inspection of Boiler
We’re in the midst of a oil to gas conversion in our basement. Our plumber who has been wonderful is scheduling the DOB inspection. Has…
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bluehelen
in Doors 12 years and 8 months ago
Video Intercom Installation
Can anyone recommend a reputable installer for a video intercom system / electric door strike on the front of our brownstone? We spoke with one A/V…
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lkat75
in Doors 12 years and 8 months ago
Door Alignment
We live in a pre-war apartment which has settled considerably over the years. We consistently have trouble with a few of our doors either getting…
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daveinbedstuy
in Antiques 12 years and 8 months ago
For the discerning collector of important Brooklyn history... PAIR OF PORTRAITS OF MR. AND MRS. CORNELIUS SCHERMERHORN
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/511ac372ed328-.jpg SAMUEL LOVETT WALDO (AMERICAN 1783-1861). PAIR OF PORTRAITS OF MR. AND MRS. CORNELIUS SCHERMERHORN OF NEW YORK CITY, CIRCA 1810-1815. Cornelius Schermerhorn (1756-1826) was…
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notny
in Counters 12 years and 8 months ago
Drainboard in Caesarstone countertop?
Does anyone have a recommendation for a vendor who can provide a Caesarstone countertop with a drainboard routed into it?
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Juno106
in Chimney and Fireplace 12 years and 8 months ago
Chimney damage - building next door responsibility
I have a 3 story building and a 5 story condo went up next to me. They extended my fireplace chimney as per DOB guidelines…
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greenptbrindle
in Painters and Painting & Stripping 12 years and 8 months ago
Do you tip painters?
I am a renter and have am having my apt painted. I’ve never done this before, what it is the procotol around tipping? Do painters…
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yanks21
in Heating 12 years and 8 months ago
Moving major steam pipe
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/511b99d1d94ae-.jpg We have a steam heating pipe coming right out of the boiler room (that insulated sections further back in photo) and cuts right through…
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rh
in Carpenters and Woodworkers 12 years and 9 months ago
Carpenter Recommendation
I just want to sing the praises of my carpenter, Darren. I used him on my Bed Stuy brownstone restoration and now he’s working with…
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bergenbabe
in Co-Op Related 12 years and 8 months ago
leak from con-edison manhole
Early this am I discovered water leaking from the front of my cellar pouring down thru the electric main also located in the front of…
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mcurren
in Co-Op Related 12 years and 8 months ago
Should we sign without a FUNDING contingency?
My husband and I are currently negotiating our contract with the sponsor and have run into a problem with our contingency clauses. We have a…
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heightstoslope
in Electricians 12 years and 8 months ago
Electrician & Plumber: Web Savvy & High Quality - any recs?
I’m doing a project that’s going to require a lot of web interaction with contractor and subs. Does anyone have experience with individual electricians or…
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anony
in Carpenters and Woodworkers 12 years and 8 months ago
Stained glass panel/handmade medicine cabinet?
I have a stained glass panel I’d like to turn into the door on a recessed medicine cabinet. Very small-26″ x 16″. I’m looking for…
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Sweet-Action
in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 8 months ago
Thoughts on gas cooktop on an island?
Hey all… So we’re finally undertaking our plan to place a kitchen in the rear parlor of our brownstone (and a deck), and we’ve just…
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Juno106
in Chimney and Fireplace 12 years and 8 months ago
Chimney damage - building next door responsibility
I have a 3 story building and a 5 story condo went up next to me. They extended my fireplace chimney as per DOB guidelines…
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