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jbanks
in Inspection 14 years ago
Ditmas park houses.
we are lifetime apartment dwellers and are looking into a house in ditmas park, is there a short list of questions/observations anyone can recommend when…
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JeremyL
in Landscaping 14 years ago
Seeking source of salvage/scrap bluestone/slate/Belgian blocks/pavers
Hi, I’m looking for a source for extra bluestone/slate/Belgian blocks/cobblestones/pavers or any other stone odds and ends. I have a walkway adjacent to my driveway that’s…
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dittoburg
in Chimney and Fireplace 14 years ago
hearthstone
What are people’s opinions on the best material to use as a hearthstone?
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kim4
in Decks and Porches 14 years ago
"Floating" Deck - A Furniture or Need a Permit?
I am looking into building a deck in my yard but I am not sure if I need a permit for this or not. I…
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jaytee
in Plumbers and Plumbing 14 years ago
plumbing violation
I need to resolve a violation I got for some work I had done on my house without getting a permit. The plumber who did…
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brooklynexpediter
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 14 years ago
DOB Update 06-22-2011
DOB Brooklyn has extended same day review to 5 examiners instead of the usual 2\. Upside: More staff less wait. Downside: Some of the examiners…
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Attention2detail
in Doors 14 years ago
Rec's for install of Wood entry door needed?
Have a custom order wood entry door that I ordered and need it installed. Anyone deal with a company/person that did great work? If so…
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spaceaddict
in Quality of Life 14 years ago
How Safe is the Area of Kingston Subway Stop?
I am planning to purchase a property on the south side of Kingston around 5 blocks. Newcomer to the area. Is it safe to walk…
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chriswilson23
in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years ago
Budget Cost for a 3rd Floor Addition
Hi Guys,What might the budget range be to add a 3rd floor addition on 14′ x 30′ building?The wife and I are considering purchasing a…
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renovatingdrama
in Real Estate - Rentals 14 years ago
Washer/Dryer for tenants
We just added a top loading washer and electric dryer for common use in the basement. How much should we charge our tenants (family of…
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dittoburg
in Chimney and Fireplace 14 years ago
hearthstone
What are people’s opinions on the best material to use as a hearthstone?
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esther
in Brownstoner 14 years ago
looking to renovate my 1920s apartment. Wanted to know where I could find pics of Brooklyn's 1920s townhouse Any suggestions?!
I live in a 1920 townhouse in Park Slope. Looking for rendering of 1920 Brooklyn townhouse apartments
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lamb
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 14 years ago
3 Family Compliance with LL 58-87
I recently filed plans with the Brooklyn DOB to renovate the garden/parlour duplex of my 100+yr old 3 family rowhouse. They responded with a few objections, most…
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tgiardina
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 14 years ago
Brooklyn DEP address?!
I have to go pick up a “TAB” letter. Does anyone know where the Brooklyn DEP is? I cant find any address online!
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nate28
in Agents and Brokers 14 years ago
Quality Realtor
Please pardon what I’m sure is a common question, but any guidance would be a great help. Basically after years of slogging through craigslist and the…
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slipperysloper
in Exteriors 14 years ago
Recommendation for Patio work
We recently hired Hamid of Hamid Construction, whom we found on Brownstoner, to lay a new bluestone patio for us. I recommend him highly. He…
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oncewas
in Bath & Kitchen 14 years and 1 month ago
does anyone know where to get butcher block counter top?
Ikea doesn’t have any (changing manufacturers) and Lowes and Home Depot are both special order. I need to get for early July installation- would welcome…
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jamessmith2099
in Cleaning and Maid Services 14 years ago
Has anyone used zero rez capet cleaning?
I am trying to decide between two kinds of professional carpet cleaners–steam cleaners or zero rez carpet cleaners. Has anyone had experience with zero rez…
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