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in General Discussion 8 years ago
Homeowners Insurance
Anyone have a good recommendation for a broker? Thanks, in advance!
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pospolita
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
Renovating? Brand new Kohler Tresham Tank For Free
Are you renovating your bathroom? Because of a delivery snafu, we have an extra Kohler Tresham toilet tank – BRAND NEW, still in the box.…
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owest
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
Need Plastering Recommendations
Need repair of sagging and cracked ceiling and cracked plaster walls on parlor floor. Any recommendations?
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Discontinued American Olean Signature ClassShelf Rail Ice White Martinique MT 25
I saw an old post on this forum from Brooklyn Reno about this tile. I have to replace 4 damaged tiles of the same. Maybe…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
DOB Expeditors
My neighbor plans on doing major work on his house – once I see a job filing on BIS – does anyone know any expeditors…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Underpinning
I heard outrageously loud noises last week on Jan First week of Feb coming from my neighbors basement. Is it possible that he went under…
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casacleo
in General Discussion 8 years and 2 months ago
dehumidifier for basement recommendations please
I need to install a dehumidifier in the basement of my townhouse. Can anyone recommend a brand that is quiet, economical, and isn’t too huge?…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
How do I find new Job Filings posted at the DOB?
My neighbor has plans to redo his house. Please let me know how I can find those plans. Do I call and ask if they…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
HELP - Ceiling Leak -- Roofer or Plumber??
The living room ceiling in our 1907 townhouse started leaking this morning. We assumed it was a leak in the roof, but when we poked…
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dianeg
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
Wood Refinisher
We have stripped all the wainscotting, doors and window casings in the hallway and front room of the garden floor of our house. We now…
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in Roofing 8 years and 1 month ago
Seeking Flat Roof Specialist
I live on the top floor of a brownstone and the initial install of the flat roof was not up to spec. I’ve had rotted…
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midwoodflyer
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
Tile guy/gal recommendations
Need to have some stone tiles (4×12) removed and replaced on my backslash behind the range. Does anyone have any recommendations for someone that they…
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bklyn-born
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
HOA /Condo Insurance
Fairly new (< 3years) condo owner in a self-managed building and exploring insurance options for our HOA. In due diligence research mode: what is typically…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Realtors to Unload my Home in Queens, NY
As you know, I have problems with my neighbors. Does anyone have a relationship or know of any realtors in Queens that I can contact…
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housepoor
in Exteriors 8 years and 1 month ago
Is DOB permit necessary for facade work approved w/ LPC "Permit for Minor Work"
I will be doing some repairs on my stoop in a Landmark district. Is a DOB permit necessary for facade work that has “Permit for…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
In need of a great architect in Queens.
Any recommendations would be appreciated. Thanks.
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dindy
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
Historical photos
I think there is an office near City Hall where I might be able to obtain photos of a carriage house I plan to renovate.…
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WRPListings
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
Question about deck and stairs iron work
Just starting out with designing a deck on an extension (so technically a terrace) and working with a contractor who is very capable, reasonable, and…
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xzgkssumzhyvtey
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
Recommending carpenter/ stair repair guy
Shout out for Patrick deVerteuil, a skilled carpenter who repaired my staircase. The 120-year-old stairs made horribly loud squeaking/groaning noises; several stair companies told me…
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