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FOR SALE: Black granite counter & Bar Sink $400

Black granite 74×24 (with 16″ cut out for bar sink), and 24×24 piece. Also included is a 16″ bar sink. Must be able to pick…

FOR SALE: Black granite counter & Bar Sink $400

Black granite 74×24 (with 16″ cut out for bar sink), and 24×24 piece. Also included is a 16″ bar sink. Must be able to pick…

tankless water heat

i am about to order a new water heater for two family brownstone. Any recommendations and if tankless water heater would work?

Exterior stairs to patio--architect? permit?

I want to have an ironworker replace my exterior stairs from parlor floor to patio, & I’m getting conflicting info about permitting. Can anyone recommend…

Interior woodwork stain and finish

Good morning! My “homework” this weekend is to choose a wood stain product for interior woodwork. It is all new wood (white oak) . There…

Gas inspection

I received a post card from a plumbing company telling me that I needed to have a gas piping inspection done. I own a mixed…

After Hours Additional Fees

As homeowners, do you expect to pay Additional Fees (be it by hour or by one charge) for After Hours work in regards to Home…

Sidewalk violation - incorrect owner

I’ve received the 2nd notice for a sidewalk violation on a property that is not mine. When I got the first notice, I did as…

Sidewalk violation - incorrect owner

I’ve received the 2nd notice for a sidewalk violation on a property that is not mine. When I got the first notice, I did as…

Construction Cost Estimation Services

Hi! We’re working with an architect on some light-medium renovations (not a full gut), and recently heard from them that our estimated construction costs will…

Construction Helper

I am undertaking a small bathroom renovation on my own and am looking for some help. It is a grab bag of things- tiling, minor…

Need Paint Contractor/Painter Recommendations

I would like painter recommendations, especially for painters familiar with using Farrow and Ball paints. Thank you!

How many meters do we need?

We own a legal 2 family (yes, with a C of O) in NYC, ConEd territory. We currently have two electric meters, each with a…

Construction Cost Estimation Services

Hi! We’re working with an architect on some light-medium renovations (not a full gut), and recently heard from them that our estimated construction costs will…

Moisture Control when Adding Insulation Above Existing Roof Deck

[RoofDetail](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s1/:brownstoner:UkXa:roofdetail.png.jpg) Hi All, My partner and I are looking to add insulation to an existing, uninsulated, low-slope brownstone roof at the same time as we…

Plaster skim coating recommendations

Does anyone have any recommendations for a plaster expert they have worked with who does skim coating? We would like to skim coat the walls…

Where Do I Start / Help Needed

Hello everyone! First time poster here and I’m seeking guidance. I am thinking about purchasing a brownstone in clinton hill and do not even know…

Clogged Sewer Line

We have a 2-family, and last year in January, we had a clogged main sewer line. The plumber snaked it outward and found some wipes,…

Floor sanding

Need Permit for changing a staircase?

Hi all! Do I need a permit to remove and replace a very old staircase in a brownstone? (not landmark) Thank you