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gururoofing
in General Discussion 3 years ago
Air to Water Heat Pump with Radiators
We’re thinking of getting mini splits installed to replace our heating system and add cooling, but our first estimate was higher than I expected. Does…
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mreisbaum
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 3 years ago
Consider buying a house with no certificate of occupancy?
Hi everyone, I’m currently considering purchasing a house in Queens that was built in 1901 and is being advertised as a 2-family home. However, I’ve…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Restrictive Deed Declaration
Our expeditor writes: “the examiner is requesting you to file a Restrictive Deed Declaration. … it’s a document that you file with city clerk, declaring…
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annep
in General Discussion 3 years ago
Free bag of Ecologic Lime Mortar from Limeworks
I have an extra bag from repairing my interior brick wall if anyone wants to pick it up in Bed Stuy. Color is DGM025: https://www.limeworks.us/product/ecologic-mortar/
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arewedoneyet
in General Discussion 3 years ago
under stoop iron gate repair/replacement
We have a fairly standard under stoop security gate that has been problematic. It’s shifted such that it doesn’t close without slamming. I’m not clear…
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8104012
in General Discussion 3 years ago
Coop Construction Consultant Needed
We are a small, self managed coop in Brooklyn looking for consultation for a looming building wide construction project. Has anyone here hired a company…
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stickerhappy
in Plumbing 3 years ago
Height for washing machine drain pipe?
We want to put in an under counter front loading washing machine and ideally keep the drain pipe under counter too. I feel like usually…
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davidyloh
in General Discussion 3 years ago
Replacing metal spiral stairs from deck to garden
We have a typical deck off the parlor floor with metal spiral stairs leading to the garden. We are considering replacing it with stairs that…
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peryoung
in General Discussion 3 years ago
Section 8 rental advice
Hello Brownstoners. We are considering doing a section 8 rental. As we have never explored this before, we’d very much appreciate any advice from the…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
making front door smaller,
is it possible to replace my current front door which is 84 x 36 with a new door thats 80 x 36? I am having…
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evan
in General Discussion 3 years ago
Widening gap between baseboard and floor
Hi all! Hoping to get some clarity on the severity/lack thereof of our newest fun with the house: per the attached photos, there is a…
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RobertGMarvin
in General Discussion 3 years ago
Chair Caning
Does anyone have a recommendation for a place to re-cane this lovely Eastlake-style rocking chair I was just given? [Eastlake Rocker, lo res](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s2/:brownstoner:5WPT:eastlakerockerlores.jpg.jpg)
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tbirddies
in General Discussion 3 years ago
Dinesen Douglas Fur Flooring Availble for pickup in Brooklyn
I have approx 300 sqft (25-30 boards) of 10″ wide 10′-15′ long Dinesen Douglas Fur flooring available for sale. Excess from a Job we just…
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frerunda
in General Discussion 3 years ago
Central AC HVAC leak
We just had our 3rd hvac company out to assess the massive coolant leak we are experiencing. #1 said he was ordering a new coil…
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rebeccakell
in General Discussion 3 years ago
Thoughts on recycled paint?
What are your thoughts on using recycled paint for home projects? Have you ever used it before? If so, how was your experience? Would you…
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dkfndtxstrg
in General Discussion 3 years ago
Lopopolo?
Hi all – anyone know what happened to Lopopolo Iron Works? I know they are highly recommended among this group, but when we call their…
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jonathanaaronkaye
in General Discussion 3 years ago
Interior Storm Windows - Alternatives to Larson ComfortSEAL?
I was just about to purchase Larson Larson ComfortSEAL interior storm windows (for weather and sound insulation) which come highly recommended. Unfortunately, they’ve been discontinued.…
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ahnyst.smalls
in General Discussion 3 years ago
Installing security cameras/lights on brownstone exterior
We’ve had some worrying security incidents lately and I want to install a ring floodlight cam on the second floor of our brownstone. We have…
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