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ejalbk
in General Discussion 5 years and 10 months ago
Elevator Repair/Maintenance Company Needed for Small Building
Six months ago I posted a similar thread and got a recommendation that didn’t pan out. So here I am in hopes of getting another…
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nednedx
in General Discussion 5 years and 9 months ago
Recommendations for a plumber to extend water connection from cellar
Hi Looking for plumber recommendations to create a water connection from the cellar to the front of house. Primarily for attaching a hose to water…
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yahem
in General Discussion 5 years and 9 months ago
Batch of Victorian reproduction lights for sale - sconces, pendants, chandeliers
Buy individually or take them all! Many of these were originally from Rejuvenation Hardware Sconces -50 a pair Pendants – 50 each Chandeliers – 150/100…
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allyslope
in General Discussion 5 years and 10 months ago
Sub Pump *pipe* replacement
Hi All – We had a sub pump installed in 2013 or early 2014 by a plumber. He is retired now. The 12 inch pipe…
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jen-kg
in General Discussion 5 years and 9 months ago
Sod recommendations
Looking to put about 15X40 worth of sod in the center section of my backyard and would greatly appreciate any recommendations. I’ve bought OK sod…
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rynrmgche
in General Discussion 5 years and 9 months ago
General Contactor Recommendation?
Hello Brownstoner, Can anybody with personal experience recommend a general contractor? I have a 2 bedroom apartment that could use improvements. Already had a bad…
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jserpico
in General Discussion 5 years and 9 months ago
Can you hear your next door neighbors in a brick house?
I live in a 3 floor brick house which is 110+ years old. I can hear the footsteps of neighbors to my left and the…
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daveinbedstuy
in General Discussion 5 years and 10 months ago
Real Estate Listings
What does everyone think about this? https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-8464897/Texas-realtors-refer-master-bedrooms-primary-home-sale-listings.html?ito=social-facebook&fbclid=IwAR1aoEZ7CyfsWjvOkHVtAMxFJks9BMMkU_7vKso7WJdupFYdqw0FSmmxGyo
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Replace Sunroom Roof
I have a sunroom on the roof of my brownstone and the sunroom roof has leaks at where the screws are. I want to replace…
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allyslope
in General Discussion 5 years and 10 months ago
Old Metal gate - missing parts & repair
Hi All – I have few decorative pieces missing on a metal gate. I don’t know what they are called. Attached are photos. Any recommendation…
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deebeeeye
in General Discussion 5 years and 10 months ago
Where to list an apt?
I have a furnished unit in my bldg and wondering peoples experience re listing? I’ve been listing on The Listing Project – Craigslist feels a…
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allyslope
in General Discussion 5 years and 10 months ago
Fujitsu A/C repair - Freon leak
Hi Our Fujitsu central a/c unit may have a Freon leak. Can someone recommend a HVAC person for repairs? What is the repair process and…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Finding quotes for similar work
I find that, on this forum, folks will sometimes share a quote they’ve received for a job. Is there any kind of website where this…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
How to supersede a Alt 2 permit, contractor abandoned the job?
Hi! My current architect is an amateur and he doesn’t know how to supersede the job to a new contractor to renew our permits that…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Contractor abandoned the job, my permits are about to expire. What can I do?
Hi! My contractor abandoned the job after doubling the budget. We ended up paying him two times more than we agreed on. He said he…
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stickerhappy
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 5 years and 10 months ago
Do you need a permit to remove/cap a radiator?
I’ve heard different things. One person said radiator/steam pipes don’t fall under plumbing which I don’t know is true. I just want to remove and…
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bunkerlabs
in General Discussion 5 years and 10 months ago
The stucco on my neighbor's building has been cracking and falling onto my roof
for years. I’ve spoken with him and her isn’t very interested in fixing it. Is there any way through the city to compel him to…
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evan
in General Discussion 5 years and 10 months ago
Pyramid skylight replacement
Hi all – looking to order a curb mounted pyramid skylight to replace an old damaged one in a common hall in my townhouse. The…
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