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shasha
in Brownstoner 14 years and 3 months ago
How do you check up on a mortgage company ie Emery Federal if it is in Ohio and its rates seem fantastic for a refi?
How do you check up on a mortgage company ie Emery Federal if it is in Ohio and its rates seem great but I’m in…
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guikazoid
in Pest Control 14 years and 3 months ago
Termite / Pest Control for Frame House In Gowanus
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e2736d524e22-.jpg We would like to get some type of pest control system (mainly prevent termites) at our new (potential) house. What company does the community suggest?…
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kiki
in Garden Design and Maintenance 14 years and 4 months ago
Has anyone used Green Leaf Tree Removal?
I got a flyer on my door for a coupon from Green Tree Removal and wondering if anyone has used them. Thanks.
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scoop69
in Garden Design and Maintenance 14 years and 3 months ago
Best Plants for Shady Garden
My backyard garden is in the shade most of the time so I need some ideas for plants and flowers that will do okay in…
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gpoint
in Building Code 14 years and 3 months ago
City building classification and Deed say two different things
City classification for building is (CO) 3 families and the deed from the City Registers office, from the last purchase, has the property listed as a…
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brolic84
in Cleaning and Maid Services 14 years and 3 months ago
I'm looking for an exterminator that I used from this site named Charlie. Does anyone know of him and have his contact info?
Exterminator?
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Scarlett
in Taxes 14 years and 3 months ago
Tax Abatement
Hi. I am seriously considering purchasing a condo in Carroll Gardens whose tax abatement is set to start phasing out (I think that’s the right…
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ojonyc
in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 3 months ago
found cut joists when we started bathroom remodel
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e25b4f786543-.jpg We start just started what we thought would be a pretty straight forward bathroom remodeling on the parlour floor of an 18′ wide 1890s…
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orrsuz
in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 3 months ago
recs to install kitchen and bathroom exhaust fans - volume3
Kitchen is located centre of house – need duct to run through one wall, across the next room (approx 10ft) and out the rear wall.…
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orrsuz
in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 3 months ago
Rec to install kitehen and bathroom exhaust fans (includig ductwork)
anyone out there??
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xistent
in Doors & Windows 14 years and 3 months ago
RESTORING WEIGHT & CHAIN WINDOWS
Does anybody have a good recommendation for somebody that can restore our old windows? They work ok, but need some work…. Thanks
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ojonyc
in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 3 months ago
found cut joists when we started bathroom remodel
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e25b4f786543-.jpg We start just started what we thought would be a pretty straight forward bathroom remodeling on the parlour floor of an 18′ wide 1890s…
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gpoint
in Building Code 14 years and 3 months ago
City building classification and Deed say two different things
City classification for building is (CO) 3 families and the deed from the City Registers office, from the last purchase, has the property listed as a…
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CG11231
in Co-Op Related 14 years and 3 months ago
Attorney for Refinancing of Brownstone Co-op
Does anyone have an attorney recommendation – looking for someone to represent the building (4 units) through closing. We’re located in Carroll Gardens. Thank you.
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dylan621
in General Contractors 14 years and 3 months ago
Recommendation for contractor with experience with tin ceilings
We’d like to move a non-load bearing wall that separates two bedrooms to make the narrower bedroom bigger. There is a tin ceiling in the…
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georgereno
in Brownstoner 14 years and 3 months ago
Sidewalk repair
We need to repair our sidewalk for insurance reasons. Any recommendations for specialists or contractors who do this type of work? Thank you.
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orrsuz
in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 3 months ago
Rec to install kitehen and bathroom exhaust fans (includig ductwork)
anyone out there??
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zachjh
in Heating 14 years and 3 months ago
Cost to convert from gas to oil?
I’m in contract on a house with an ancient oil-filed steam boiler (83 yrs old!). I’m planning on replacing the damn thing as soon as…
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