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liz

in Architectural Salvage 14 years ago

anyone interested in purchasing a salvaged hallway mirror?

my neighbor’s selling an original full length brownstone hallway mirror. anyone interested? Photos and more info available at: http://newyork.craigslist.org/mnh/fuo/2518844224.html

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Updated 14 years ago

stevecym

in Electricians 14 years ago

Search for Licensed Electricians Turns Up Questionable Characters

Dear Brownstoners:   The other day a post appeared on this site asking about the cost of electrical upgrades to a house.  I responded by…

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antihero

in Building Code 14 years ago

DOB Inspection

If there are any violations found during DOB Audit Inspection (After construction), will inspector notify right away or i will have to wait for DOB…

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pcvhaiti

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years ago

Certificate of Non-harrassment Timing Question

What is a reasonable time period, start to finish, to obtain a certificate of non-harrassment provided everything is very clean (can demonstrate owner occupied for…

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brooklynheightsivyiii

in History 14 years ago

Searching for Boerum Hill Article

Over cocktails yesterday evening, a fellow Brooklynite recalled an article in Victoria Magazine about a family who restored a Victorian house in Boerum Hill.  She…

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backyard

in Security 14 years ago

Home security / wireless

Hello, I know the theme was already discussed in previous posts, but I would like to know your experience with wireless security systems. We have…

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Updated 14 years ago

caperdog

in For Sale 14 years ago

FS: 2 new in box barnlight electric ceiling fans

we are selling 2 brand new never opened barnlight electric ceiling fans in white. accidentally ordered the wrong model for our needs and would rather…

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gigi.gaur

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years ago

Need Advice on a House with a

Where do I even start?  We are making an offer on a beautiful brownstone with a reported mold problem.  I think it’s gone unchecked for…

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Updated 14 years ago

SMR

in Insurance 14 years ago

Calculating condo replacement cost?

We are in contract for a DUMBO condo and are getting quotes for walls-in (HO6) insurance.  As relocating California suburbanites we have no idea how…

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Updated 14 years ago

mystiky

in Decorative 14 years ago

Where can I get moldings for outside wires encosure?

I live in Brooklyn, and on the back of my house, I have 4 wires (all 4 TV related) running down and across.  I would…

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gigi.gaur

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years ago

Need Advice on a House with a

Where do I even start?  We are making an offer on a beautiful brownstone with a reported mold problem.  I think it’s gone unchecked for…

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windsorstone

in Flooring 14 years ago

any recs for a contractor that specializes in cement floor sealing for a residential space?

i’m moving into an apartment in windsor terrace where there is a cement sub floor and i’d like to have it sealed and shiny and…

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anonymous

in Brownstoner 14 years ago

Dramatic increase in rent - how much notice is required?

I live in a one bedroom apartment brownstone apartment with my boyfriend. We received an email from our landlord this Tuesday saying that she plans to…

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dano1182

in Exterminator 14 years ago

I have tiny little bugs (ants?)in my kitchen.

I have tiny little bugs (ants?)in my kitchen.They are about the size of a poppy seeds.Any Advice on how to get rid of them??

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Updated 14 years ago

Reno2011

in Leisure 14 years ago

What to charge movie folks to rent/film in our brownstone for 2 weeks?

Producer and director of mid budget film want to rent our place for two weeks to film a movie.  We are allowed to stay in…

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guywithahouse

in Brownstoner 14 years ago

Why do I need to accept "Third-Party Cookies" to post on Brownstoner?

While I’m sure that Brownstoner’s cookies are fine, other third-party cookies sometimes can be problematic. Changing my settings every time I want to post here…

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Updated 14 years ago

guywithahouse

in Brownstoner 14 years ago

Why do I need to accept "Third-Party Cookies" to post on Brownstoner?

While I’m sure that Brownstoner’s cookies are fine, other third-party cookies sometimes can be problematic. Changing my settings every time I want to post here…

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PleasantPlainer

in DIY 14 years ago

Repairing water damaged floor joists - what joist hangers for brick?

Hi, I have to reinforce a few floor joists that are “moderately” water damaged on the 2nd floor of a 100 y/o brick row house.…

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Updated 14 years ago

thither

in Appliances 14 years ago

A/C shopping tips?

Hi all.  I’m moving to Brooklyn from San Francisco, and having grown up around here air conditioning is kind of a foreign language to me. …

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bubu

in Lighting 14 years ago

Would you replace recess lights and ceiling fan by yourself or hire electrician?

I need to replace them today, but much complicated than I thought. Would you hire electrician or can you do by your self? How much…

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Updated 14 years ago

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