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ken.ruck

in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago

Construction on contiguous building

The building next door is adding a floor on. The owner just reached out to me to speak about the project that he is starting…

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avrex

in General Discussion 7 years and 10 months ago

Which one is your favorite?

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Guest User | 0 secs ago

I recommend Eliezel Ramos the Best Painter,Plasterer,Paint Removing, Wood Finish

he has best Prices, Best quality Work, and job on time and on Budget, call him 646-512-1447 he do: Plastering, Skim Coating,Primer, Painting, Wood Stripping,…

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ps158

in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago

Tips to keep squirrels from digging up a freshly planted garden?

TIA!

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heightsgal

in Doors & Windows 7 years and 11 months ago

New Windows, Bad Surprise

Does anybody out there know NYC Building Codes? I live in a Brooklyn co-op. I installed new windows and the co-op Board ordered bars installed…

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Guest User | 0 secs ago

Certificate of Occupancy Advice!

Does anyone have experience with an Alt 1 renovation, and with waiting for a new CofO? I am wondering about if it is possible to…

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citizenjane

in General Discussion 7 years and 10 months ago

Claw foot tub for sale - $300

For sale: a charming, antique cast iron claw foot bathtub with all four feet, antique shower head, and some associated plumbing pieces (see photos for…

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chfam

in General Discussion 7 years and 10 months ago

Stucco color to match brownstone

I’ve had a masonry team clean up the area under my stoop including filling holes, smoothing walls and leveling the lines under the stairs. I…

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jjnoonan

in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago

Mini split indoor handler code requiring dedicated switch near/for unit?

Just had a mini split system installed and the electrician added (ugly) switches next to each indoor air handler claiming it’s code. I’m going to…

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bedstuyborn

in Doors & Windows 14 years and 2 months ago

Does anyone have comments about Kolbe Windows? are they just as good as Marvin windows

I am doing a comparison on window istallation and window manufacturers.  A company that a neighbor used installs Kolbe windows and I wanted to know…

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christimody

in General Discussion 7 years and 10 months ago

Moveable room partitions?

We live on the garden and parlor floors of a 21′ brownstone. One bedroom up front (master) and one in the back (children) on the…

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terryhoppy

in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago

madallion

looking to buy brownstone ceiling medallion – not restored

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Updated 7 years and 10 months ago

arkanax

in General Discussion 7 years and 10 months ago

Empty Charming Brownstonelike Apartment For Filming

Hi Brownstoner Community, I am a Film Scout for a new TV Series entitled “Strangers”. I am looking for a sunny charming empty 1 bedroom…

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prekyznvbomljmsd

in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago

Vine that grows on brownstones?

Are there any relatively fast-growing vines that will grow on a brownstone without harming the facade? I’m looking for something to keep in a container…

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Guest User | 0 secs ago

Anyone ever relocated a toilet before?

We are renovating a 3rd story, top-floor apartment with a horribly configured bathroom. When you walk in the bathroom door, the room is long and…

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poise

in Exteriors 7 years and 11 months ago

rope scaffold cost

Can anyone say what is the cost to rent a rope scaffold (appropriate for 20 ft. townhouse). Thanks.

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housepoor

in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago

What kind of tree is this?

I have been trying to figure out what kind of tree I have, based on the leaf. Any ideas? I have attached a photo, although…

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hiursula

in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago

Roofers

Hi, My roof has been leaking with all of the heavy rains. Can anyone recommend a roofer they have used and had a good experience…

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hxeaowyveimkp

in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago

Window replacement

I’ve reviewed posts in the last year or so about windows and I have a few questions that were not covered (want to acknowledge this…

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briskey

in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago

BATHROOM VENTILATION

Looking for advise on how best to retrofit ceiling ventilation fan in the bathrooms of a 4 unit brownstone. Can the vent connect to pre-existing…

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