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suebklyn

in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago

Sloping Floors

I purchased a renovated brownstone and noticed the floors on the top floors are slightly sloped. I’m concerned it may be joist or foundation issues.…

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gellhorngal

in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago

fred becker, painter--reviews?

hello. has anone used fred becker for painting/plastering?

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Updated 7 years and 11 months ago

hxeaowyveimkp

in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago

Smart Home?

I want to revisit a security system/cameras on my two family house and I’d like to upgrade my thermostat. These are both things that I…

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Updated 7 years and 11 months ago

Northie

in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago

NEW Duravit Soaker tub for sale

We bought a Duravit soaker tub as part of our renovation, but have decided not to use it. So it’s up for sale! Brand new,…

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kenieva

in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago

Kitchen to bedroom conversion

Hi, I have a legal 3-family building. I live on the 1st floor of the building and my tenants on the 3rd floor left. I…

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kathryn.winder

in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago

Contractor needed to file mechanical permit

Does anyone have a recommendation of a contractor who is able to file a mechanical permit for a boiler? We need this to complete a…

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kathryn.winder

in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago

Contractor needed to file mechanical permit

Does anyone have a recommendation of a contractor who is able to file a mechanical permit for a boiler? We need this to complete a…

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wubmtqsovetna

in Exteriors 7 years and 11 months ago

ISO recommended construction co to patch rear facing facade

We just discovered through the heavy rains that we seem to have cracks in our rear facing facade and will need recommendations for contractors that…

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Guest User | 0 secs ago

Looking "Master" Insurance for a two-unit condo in brownstone

Anyone have any good ideas for brownstone insurance? Not homeowner’s insurance, but “master” or condo insurance for everything having to do with the building outside…

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crhorsken

in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago

Converting CofO

Any idea on cost to convert CofO from 1 family to 2 family ?

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Updated 7 years and 11 months ago

namahs

in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago

Con Edison Smart Meter question

We had our meters upgraded last week. The ConEd installer was not able to answer any of the questions regarding if we need to still…

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Updated 7 years and 11 months ago

namahs

in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago

Con Edison Smart Meter question

We had our meters upgraded last week. The ConEd installer was not able to answer any of the questions regarding if we need to still…

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kathyeharris

in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago

Landscape Designer recommendations

Hello, I am looking for a good landscape designer to help us clean up and design our Park Slope backyard. It would also involve fixing…

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kathyeharris

in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago

Landscape Designer recommendations

Hello, I am looking for a good landscape designer to help us clean up and design our Park Slope backyard. It would also involve fixing…

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brooklyngirl

in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago

Plumber Recommendations for Regular Maintenance

Can anyone recommend a plumber for regular annual maintenance checks (specifically, of a boiler and radiant heating system?) We’re in Park Slope, but happy to…

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brooklyngirl

in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago

Plumber Recommendations for Regular Maintenance

Can anyone recommend a plumber for regular annual maintenance checks (specifically, of a boiler and radiant heating system?) We’re in Park Slope, but happy to…

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Guest User | 0 secs ago

Successful Soil Delivery for Raised Garden Beds?

I’m looking to build large raised garden beds in the backyard of my townhouse, and am having difficulty finding a place to provide bulk soil…

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ddjjee

in General Discussion 9 years and 7 months ago

Steel and glass doors

We are planning to renovate our ground floor and want to let in a lot more light from the garden into the living space, we…

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sally

in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago

Tree Pruning

Does anybody have a recommendation for an aesthetic tree pruner? Or a Japanese garden expert?

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spacecollector

in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago

Lead Contaminated Soil Removal

Does anyone have a recommendation for someone to do some soil replacement in a client’s back yard? The soil tested quite high for lead and…

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