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Deck on top of existing extension?
We’d like to build a deck out from our master bedroom over an existing 20′ x 10′ extension (which is our kitchen below). The roof…
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trini73diva
in General Discussion 9 years and 1 month ago
Would this work? Has anyone did this before?
I’ve got a brownstone that is a 2 family. The first living area includes the ground floor and the middle floor then there is a…
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trini73diva
in General Discussion 9 years and 1 month ago
Would this work? Has anyone did this before?
I’ve got a brownstone that is a 2 family. The first living area includes the ground floor and the middle floor then there is a…
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kevin-revees
in General Discussion 9 years and 1 month ago
Reuse Cast Iron Drain lines
This is ‘crazy’ question. We know that Cast Iron is considered the ‘better’ option for DWV systems. We are working on a project that is…
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kevin-revees
in General Discussion 9 years and 1 month ago
Reuse Cast Iron Drain lines
This is ‘crazy’ question. We know that Cast Iron is considered the ‘better’ option for DWV systems. We are working on a project that is…
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cobblehillbilly
in General Discussion 9 years and 1 month ago
Expediter help needed
I was about to hire Scott Schnall, now that he’s been “sidelined” I need to find another expediter…can anyone recommend anyone else? Thanks.
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robyim1
in General Discussion 9 years and 1 month ago
DOB failed my electrical because..
Hello.. after a long reno I had my electrical inspection today. To my delight we actually had no issues with outlets, switches or the panels.…
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jstsrfn
in General Discussion 9 years and 1 month ago
Keys for tenants
The front door of my house is shared with my tenants with apartment entries inside. Do I have the right to approve who gets keys…
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miss718
in General Discussion 9 years and 1 month ago
Custom millwork?
Hi all! who would you recommend to build a custom book case like this? I was referred to one place but their portfolio is so…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Landmarks surprise visits
I have a client who is considering doing some work to his front porch on a Fort Green landmark block which would need landmark’s approval…
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landlord
in General Discussion 9 years and 1 month ago
Electrical upgrade for a commercial space
I have a commercial space that currently has 100amp service. I would like to upgrade to a 400amp service. Anyone has an idea on how…
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Run Joe
in General Discussion 9 years and 1 month ago
Determining the value of a porch/deck
In evaluating 2 similar properties(one with deck/porch, one w/out), what kind of dollar figure or premium would you place on a property with a legal…
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landlord
in General Discussion 9 years and 1 month ago
Electrical upgrade for a commercial space
I have a commercial space that currently has 100amp service. I would like to upgrade to a 400amp service. Anyone has an idea on how…
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Run Joe
in General Discussion 9 years and 1 month ago
Determining the value of a porch/deck
In evaluating 2 similar properties(one with deck/porch, one w/out), what kind of dollar figure or premium would you place on a property with a legal…
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deancollins
in General Discussion 9 years and 1 month ago
Video intercom small 6 unit brownstone
Hi All….seems to be a popular question but with no real answers…..we currently have voice only intercom in our coop and some of the apartments…
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merazhyder
in General Discussion 9 years and 1 month ago
Exteriors
Facade contractors
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kassie319
in General Discussion 9 years and 1 month ago
Ceiling/ exterior wall insulation question
I have a ceiling open for soundproofing. How should the +/-2″ space between the exterior brick wall and first joist be insulated? This morning is…
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stuyheights
in General Discussion 9 years and 1 month ago
Brownstone facade restoration company recommendations
Good morning Brownstoner, We are in the process of getting estimates to restore our brownstone facade and wanted to see if anyone in the community…
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