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workisfun
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
Question re joint separations in sewer btwn house and street
I recently sent a camera down my sewer line. We saw 4-5 clay joints that were separating. No cracks or crumbling. The minor openings were…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
how to find fig tree
We would like to grow a fig tree in the backyard of our Greenpoint townhouse. Does anyone have an unwanted fig tree? Advice on where…
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wueyaacmrrqwyfh
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
Need help with Landmarks Advice: Can I install this?
Hello – I am looking to buy an apartment but was wondering if I can install a split unit AC with the compressor attached to…
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workisfun
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
Question re joint separations in sewer btwn house and street
I recently sent a camera down my sewer line. We saw 4-5 clay joints that were separating. No cracks or crumbling. The minor openings were…
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pearlstoh
in General Discussion 4 years and 10 months ago
NYS Historic Preservation Tax Credits - Residential
Has anyone recently applied for and received the NYS Historic Preservation Tax Credit for a residential home in a Landmark District?I’m in the Central Harlem…
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deva
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
Wooden Patio in Backyard -- Is it Legal
I have a perfectly legal metal deck and railings in my backyard and super ugly cement on the ground. I decided to cover the cement…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
DOB Complaint
Has anyone ever made a complaint against the DOB? I’ve undergone a renovation for the last 1000 years and the DOB has cause the most…
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classc1
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
Recommendations to Buy Wood Flooring and Vinyl Windows in Brooklyn or Nearby
Hi, I’m looking for recommendation as to whereto buy wood flooring, Select grade unfinished white oak- 4-6 inch planks. Open to other flooring, finished real…
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hofzvsrcwd
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
Purchasing 2 Family Residential with Doctors Office use First Floor
Hi All, I’m currently looking into purchasing a 3 story property that was built in 1960 and the Certificate of Occupancy is for 2 families…
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conorl
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
Flaking Back Wall
Hi. After nearly 3 years of interior renovation, finally seeing the end. However, we’ve not been able to tackle the outside until now. The back…
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brownstone89
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
How long does it take for a DOB Stop Work order to get cleared...
after all infractions have been corrected? I know they have to come to make sure everything is right, but my questions pertains to the waiting…
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cdix999
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
Professional Help Assessing Basement Water Management Options
Hi all. Relatively new owner of a historic row house with a basement. The basement has mild to moderate water problems. When it rains, water…
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cate
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
Fireworks
How are the nightly fireworks this year where you are? Are they as intense as 2020? We’re hearing some that sound like bombs I’ve never…
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ccs1329824937
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
Marvin Window Repair
I have a Marvin Ultimate Wood Double Hung window with a broken balance that needs to be repaired. Vela came to look at it but…
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nathanjoe755
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
Humid Cellar
Hello! So approaching the 1 year mark of owning my little condo with cellar access. Recap: Around August 2020 I removed 90% of the drywall…
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marcosrv.62
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
2 sets of pocket doors for sale
Have two set of pocket doors, one set windowed, the other solid wood. These are heavy, 8 feet, 8 inches high. Pick up only central…
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marcosrv.62
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
2 sets of pocket doors for sale
Have two set of pocket doors, one set windowed, the other solid wood. These are heavy, 8 feet, 8 inches high. Pick up only central…
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cate
in General Discussion 4 years and 9 months ago
Fireworks
How are the nightly fireworks this year where you are? Are they as intense as 2020? We’re hearing some that sound like bombs I’ve never…
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