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203k-contractors
in General Discussion 9 years ago
FIREPLACE AND MIRROR
I just bought a brownstone in Harlem and I want to sell a couple of original doors and an stunning mirror with the wood fireplace…
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203k-contractors
in General Discussion 9 years ago
FIREPLACE AND MIRROR
I just bought a brownstone in Harlem and I want to sell a couple of original doors and an stunning mirror with the wood fireplace…
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jerri-blank
in General Discussion 9 years ago
Blocked lot line windows - required to seal or brick up?
I’m looking at a loft in Tribeca that has lot line windows that were unfortunately blocked by new construction a few years ago. The odd…
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Northie
in General Discussion 9 years ago
Recommendation for a construction superintendent?
We need to hire a “construction superintendent” related to upcoming foundational work that is part of our gut renovation in Brooklyn. Does anyone have a…
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Bill
in General Discussion 9 years ago
Permit needed for pergola on roof if you can't see it from street?
Hi, we have a patio deck on the roof of a brownstone. Its in a recently landmarked section of the UWS. The rear deck is…
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LBoogie
in General Discussion 9 years ago
Does anyone have a washer/dryer combo? Worth it?
I don’t really want to go this route in my new house but currently I only have a washing machine. Anybody have a washer/dryer combo…
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desxwauovhratnlp
in General Discussion 9 years ago
Fed to Raise Rates 2 More Times in 2017
Fed to Raise Rates 2 More Times in 2017. Do you think this will have any effect on the Brooklyn and greater NYC real estate…
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Window Repairs
So my apartment’s windows are huge, relatively new (aluminum), and crappy. The springs like to break and I’m about to replace the springs on the…
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notfromny
in General Discussion 9 years ago
DO or DON'T: Architect for reno
I am in the early stages of considering buying/renovating a 3 unit townhouse that is approx 20×35. We would keep the 2 rentals as they…
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stuyheights
in General Discussion 9 years ago
Free stone
Free stones in bed stuy if anyone wants. Just8155 at gmail
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stuyheights
in General Discussion 9 years ago
Free stone
Free stones in bed stuy if anyone wants. Just8155 at gmail
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notfromny
in General Discussion 9 years ago
DO or DON'T: Architect for reno
I am in the early stages of considering buying/renovating a 3 unit townhouse that is approx 20×35. We would keep the 2 rentals as they…
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sandro
in General Discussion 9 years ago
Plumber charge time-and-a-half without notice.
Had plumbing emergency on Friday evening, however, repairs started on Saturday (8 hrs). Got the bill for $2,500 and realized I was charged time-and-a half…
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Sheffey
in General Discussion 9 years ago
Code for window gates in brownstone
I’m in the midst of a refi. The question has come up re:window gates. Do we have to cut and get latches or are they…
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workisfun
in General Discussion 9 years ago
Roxul for FREE
I have leftover Roxul that I am happy to give away gratis. See the picture. A lot of 1″x24″x48″ and two bags of scrap 1″,…
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bedstuy06
in General Discussion 9 years ago
Gold Leaf Lettering
Hi All, Just wanted to endorse the work of Lawrence at Ancient Art NY. He recently gold leafed our address on our transom. His work…
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bedstuy06
in General Discussion 9 years ago
Gold Leaf Lettering
Hi All, Just wanted to endorse the work of Lawrence at Ancient Art NY. He recently gold leafed our address on our transom. His work…
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pstrychf212
in General Discussion 9 years ago
Lumberyard/Building Supply Recommendations
Looking for a lumber yard (as Home Depot doesn’t carry what I need). Need pressure treated 6 x 6 x 12 4 pcs. 2 x…
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