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kellyj
in Carpenters and Woodworkers 12 years and 8 months ago
vapor barrier extension floor
During the inspection of the home we are looking to buy, there was an issue with no vapor barrier being installed under the extension (small…
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owner12
in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 8 months ago
looking for a used spiral staircase
Hello We are looking for a used spiral stair case (either metal or wood) for an interior remodel.. Height is approx 12 feet ( currently…
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slvillager
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 8 months ago
partial bathroom reno?
not sure if I’m asking for trouble here or not. we have a working bathroom that needs updating. the floor tile and toilet need replacement,…
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overflowbk
in Appliances 12 years and 8 months ago
Engineer to Check Foundation and Load Bearing walls.
I own a home in Red Hook that took in almost took in 2 foot of water on the top floor. The crawl space was…
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MyGoodEye
in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 8 months ago
FIREPLACE : Recommendation requested
Every year at around this time I get the same idea: I need a fireplace! I have a brownstone with the requisite chimney…
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ProHeights66
in Appliances 12 years and 8 months ago
Need advice/references for Rebuilding in Gerritsen Beach
The family home in Gerritsen Beach (built in 1920 or so) was flooded in Sandy and will need considerable repair and reconstruction. I will be…
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TracyT
in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 8 months ago
fireplace mantel for sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/509bf953dbfed-.jpg Mantel has been painted, but apparently not many times (details are crisp) Asking $700–less than you would find at an architectural savage place. Call…
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daveinbedstuy
in Appliances 12 years and 8 months ago
Anyone ever dealt with A.J. Madison buying appliances?
Their website shows an incredible selection available and vey low prices, not to mention free shipping over $699 and no taxes if shipped out of…
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mfernandez2
in Brownstoner 12 years and 8 months ago
Anyone interested in having their place scouted for a film?
Are We Officially Dating? November 6th, 2012 To Whom It May Concern, Cinergy Pictures, Inc. is currently in pre-production on a new feature film…
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peterinbrooklyn
in Cellar 12 years and 8 months ago
Melting snow causing water leak from electrical box in cellar
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/509be2dcdcc62-.jpg This is kind of hard to describe. Anyhow, I have water dripping from the gray electrial panel (box) in the cellar at the front of…
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seanatlimeworksus
in Masonry 12 years and 8 months ago
Do you use breathable lime mortars to repair your brownstones?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/509be123b301c-.jpg Who here has experience working with Natural Hydraulic Limes, Ecologic® Mortar or Lithomex for brownstone repairs? Here’s a video of a recent repair done…
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seanatlimeworksus
in Masonry 12 years and 8 months ago
Do you use breathable lime mortars to repair your brownstones?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/509be123b301c-.jpg Who here has experience working with Natural Hydraulic Limes, Ecologic® Mortar or Lithomex for brownstone repairs? Here’s a video of a recent repair done…
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elmo
in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 8 months ago
Who to call about issue with bathroom ventilation?
I am hoping someone here can point me in the right direction. We live in a row house where the bathroom was moved from the…
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lkat75
in Appliances 12 years and 8 months ago
Dishwasher Door Repair
A spring that prevents the dishwasher door from just flying open when unclasped has snapped. The unit still works and will lock, but at some…
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streaker
in Electricians 12 years and 8 months ago
Home wiped out by Sandy in Manhattan Beach. I have no insurance - need Electrician to get lights on again - any recomendations for someone who won't cost me an arm and a leg?
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hooky
in For Sale 12 years and 8 months ago
Temporary Hot Water for Tenant Post Sandy
My mechanicals were completely submerged during Sandy (not to mention my main sleeping floor) so there is a lot of rebuilding and replacing to do.…
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owner12
in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 8 months ago
looking for a used spiral staircase
Hello We are looking for a used spiral stair case (either metal or wood) for an interior remodel.. Height is approx 12 feet ( currently…
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eme1million
in Appliances 12 years and 8 months ago
I have 2 flood policies in effect - which one pays?
I have my own policy with a $5000 deductibe – no contents just structure. My bank did not get the renewal statement so they bought…
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