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ECB Violations

Hello All, A home owner received 28,000 in fines for an illegal bathroom. Her final appeal ended in 2015 with the violations being upheld. Is…

Brownstone doors available at $100 to $150. Different sizes and styles, some

painted, some not.

The Contractor of the Architect -- good idea?

How comfortable would you be using contractors from your architect’s rolodex? Is there any conflict-of-interest concerns that you would have? Or are such fears overblown?

Structural Engineer Quote Advice

Hi all, Have done some searching around and can’t find clear guidance on what a reasonable fee is for a good structural engineer. Embarking on…

Any chance anyone can tell me the sqft of an UNO Pizza -Job#100480757? Please??

Permits for electrical breaker box ?

Do I need a permit to replace a breaker box? The one we have is Federated Pacific. and needs to go

Vintage door hardware

Looking for a lock smith or vintage hardware specialist to put knobs and locks on my doors.

Neighborly behavior/back yard

Was wondering what the neighborly etiquette is when installing a back yard fence. Currently I have a chain link fence shared with my neighbors on…

Marble table for sale

Round Marble Table in good condition Outdoor or Indoor use grey metal base 52″ diameter of marble slab (1″ thick) 30″ tall seats 6 Comes…

Contractor/handyman to install dryer venting?

Hi. I have an old flexible dryer vent that is probably a fire hazard. Looking for an experienced person to replace it with the rigid…

Fully renovated pre-war condo with 1930s fuse box

I’m looking to buy a pre war condo in Jersey City. The unit was beautifully gut renovated by current owner (downlights, upscale appliances, bathrooms and…

Handyman/outdoor work

Hello! Does anyone have a handyman who can do outside work – clean and level a backyard? it’s been used as a dumpsite for some…

Navien Energy Efficient Combi Boiler

I am converting oit to gas and I got a proposal with Navien boiler. Has anyone heard of this brand?  I heard it’s fairly new…

new roof

What is the approximate price to install a new asphalt roof (flat roof)? That would include repair/removal of damaged areas of existing roof and installing…

Electrical inspection

Can an electrical inspector issue violations for items other than re- wiring. For example, use of a 3 family as a 2. Wiring for legal…

does anyone have experience with getting an 'expert witness' ...

unfortunately my problems with the general contractor for my stoop repairs are still unresolved and i am in the process of filing a civil court…

Risk Associated with Purchasing Brownstone Renovated Illegally

We are considering purchasing a Brooklyn brownstone that has been renovated (kitchens moved, bathrooms installed, etc) but no permits for this work have been filed.…

Powder coating heater covers

I would like to know if there is a local company in Brooklyn that would be able to powder coat 2 heating/AC unit covers. They…

How long do the approvals take when changing to food use from not food use?

For example, going from dry to wet or say a retail store to a restaurant?

Moving - What Do I Have To Do To NOT Take Them With Me

I’m moving because of Noseeums in my house. What do I have to do to NOT take them with me. Thank You.