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Dksbs
in Other 14 years and 4 months ago
Don't forget alternate side parking on Friday
Happy Thanksgiving to all. Don’t forget about alternate side parking on Friday. I did a few years ago and got a ticket. I also learned…
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gardenchill
in Radiators 14 years and 4 months ago
Very, VERY loud clanking radiator
I have my radiator shut off due to the loud clanking. Does anyone know of a heating specialist/plumber that will take on a “small” job…
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flyingfish
in Quality of Life 14 years and 5 months ago
Need recommendations for video security for Brownstone
My mother lives alone in Cobble Hill, and some things have gone missing recently. She would like to put in a video security setup -…
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ronman
in Wood Restoration 14 years and 4 months ago
coffin corner turn at stop of stairs
During construction the “coffin corner” was cut, i want to replace it . the bottom shelf piece was a piece of wood. I have seen…
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lola
in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 4 months ago
good carpenter
anyone recommend a good carpenter for some interior work, and someone to do some outdoor work on the brick addition to my brownstone which is…
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RunJoe
in Other 14 years and 4 months ago
Wall Thickness
In a typical pre-1900 brownstone, how thick are the walls? By my rough measurements, the Front and Rear Facade are ~ 18″, Interior Brick Partition…
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lenmo
in Doors 14 years and 4 months ago
painting front door of brownstone
what is a good black paint (not gossy but not matte either ) for a restored doubled exterior doors?
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SewardWasRight
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 14 years and 4 months ago
Caulking Joints Between Bldg.'s
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4ecb09e132ea9-.jpg There is water coming into my vestibule from a leak somewhere near to where there is an approx. 1/4″ gap (the rest is maybe…
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gjj210
in Quality of Life 14 years and 4 months ago
Looking for monthly parking in Red Hook. Any suggestions?
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BklynDeco
in Sewer 14 years and 4 months ago
Leader to sewer drain connection - what's the code?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4ec7ecfce004d- In prep for the hurricane, my neighbor (we don’t speak, but that’s another story) disconnected the leader to sewer connection of his house – which…
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gardenchill
in Radiators 14 years and 4 months ago
Very, VERY loud clanking radiator
I have my radiator shut off due to the loud clanking. Does anyone know of a heating specialist/plumber that will take on a “small” job…
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lapinagile
in Co-Op Related 14 years and 4 months ago
Anyone live at 40 Clarkson Ave in PLG?
Hi, I’m considering buying a co-op at 40 Clarkson Ave in PLG / Flatbush. Does anyone live there or know someone who lives there and…
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lapinagile
in Co-Op Related 14 years and 4 months ago
Anyone live at 40 Clarkson Ave in PLG?
Hi, I’m considering buying a co-op at 40 Clarkson Ave in PLG / Flatbush. Does anyone live there or know someone who lives there and…
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snarkolepctic
in Construction 14 years and 4 months ago
Gutting a two family frame - where to begin?
We did the inspection with Joe Pasaturo. Now we’re going into contract and want to start getting our ducks in a row so we can…
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anitayoga
in Restaurants and Cafes 14 years and 4 months ago
Can you recommend a good, healthy restaurant in Park Slope?
Can you recommend a good, healthy restaurant in Park Slope?
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8104012
in Flooring 14 years and 4 months ago
Leveling Floors
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4ec7fca0e4f3a-.jpg Our building sags and the railroad apartment we live in has a rather pronounced slope from one side to the other (across the narrow…
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guikazoid
in Heating 14 years and 4 months ago
Replacing boiler - Weil Mclain or Burnham
I am installing a new boiler. Any preference on the brand? I’ve narrowed it down to the Burnham P206-NG (http://goo.gl/YDk9a) and Weil Mclain CGA-6 (http://goo.gl/pg6NB). Suggestions welcomed!
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lola
in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 4 months ago
good carpenter
anyone recommend a good carpenter for some interior work, and someone to do some outdoor work on the brick addition to my brownstone which is…
0
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