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minasimon
in Boiler Repair 12 years and 11 months ago
Crown Boilers -- Any good?
My plumber is recommending a Crown gas boiler to replace our defunct one. He says there’s a huge backlog for Burnham and Weil. Anyone like…
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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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nancy sullivqn
in Building Code 12 years and 11 months ago
Is a Light in the Vestibule required by NYC code?
Is a light in a vestible required for code? The vestibule I’m inquiring about is for a 3 family brick building. It measures 4ft. X…
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minasimon
in Boiler Repair 12 years and 11 months ago
Crown Boilers -- Any good?
My plumber is recommending a Crown gas boiler to replace our defunct one. He says there’s a huge backlog for Burnham and Weil. Anyone like…
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kachuri999
in Heating 12 years and 11 months ago
heating oil company rec's
We currently use Repco Fuel to deliver our heating oil. It’s been ok, but we’re not too thrilled (they’re pretty lax when a service issue…
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cate
in Garden 12 years and 11 months ago
Looking for a gardener
Can anyone recommend a gardener for occasional general maintenance, weeding, clearing of debris, pruning, and planting a few times a year? And can you tell…
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nancy sullivqn
in Building Code 12 years and 11 months ago
Is a Light in the Vestibule required by NYC code?
Is a light in a vestible required for code? The vestibule I’m inquiring about is for a 3 family brick building. It measures 4ft. X…
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hooky
in Architecture 12 years and 11 months ago
Local Source for Steel framed windows and doors?
I found this company online: http://eurolinesteelwindows.com/ But I’m sure there must be a local source for windows and doors like this. Anyone have any recommendations?…
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checklistnyc
in For Sale 12 years and 11 months ago
Curb Alert: new queen box spring FREE
A client got a new Simmons queen bed set and does not need the box spring. It’s brand new in plastic and free for the…
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esther
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago
REALLY Need your Help with Terrace Glass Sliding doors
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50abb71d2431e-.jpg Hello All, I need terrace glass sliding doors. Please see attached. Does anyone know where I can have this made? Can you recommend a…
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paddy5200
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago
St. Vincent De Paul Church alter?
I have searched the internet but cannot find any pictures of the St. Vincent De Paul Church altar, in williamsburg which has been dismantled. can anyone…
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Barbjean
in Doors & Windows 12 years and 11 months ago
Has anyone used Airlite Windows for their landmark windows? Also, has anyone had Trimline windows installed? Help please, Barbjean
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sgtgoger
in Lawyers and legal service 12 years and 11 months ago
looking for a nanny to work 35-40 hrs a week in fort greene. any recommendations?
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gigi
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago
polished concrete floors
hi all. We are renovating a basement where we will put the bedrooms. I want to have a finish with polished concrete floors. Can ayone…
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kmn911
in Electricians 12 years and 11 months ago
How much can I borrow on a 1.2 6family before it's a jumbo loan?
Hi all, ANyone know how much can I borrow on a $1,200,000 6family in Brooklyn, NY before the loan is considered a jumbo loan? thanks…
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lilireno
in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 11 months ago
Millworker to turn old joists into t+g flooring?
Greetings, Can anyone recommend someone to turn old brownstone joists into usable flooring material at a resonable price? We are removing all our joists and…
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bbmarket
in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 11 months ago
Stair Contractor?
I need a stair contractor for condo combination project. Have had little luck getting any kind of reply – anyone have suggestions here. Also -…
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arkachic
in Building Code 12 years and 11 months ago
Looking for Architect for friend who has flood damage in Neponsit (rockaways)
Hi. I have a friend who had her entire basement flooded and a few feet of her ground floor. She is looking for an architect…
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