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Attention2detail

in Doors 14 years and 1 month ago

Rec's for install of Wood entry door needed?

Have a custom order wood entry door that I ordered and need it installed. Anyone deal with a company/person that did great work? If so…

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Updated 14 years and 1 month ago

spaceaddict

in Quality of Life 14 years and 1 month ago

How Safe is the Area of Kingston Subway Stop?

I am planning to purchase a property on the south side of Kingston around 5 blocks. Newcomer to the area. Is it safe to walk…

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chriswilson23

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 2 months ago

Budget Cost for a 3rd Floor Addition

Hi Guys,What might the budget range be to add a 3rd floor addition on 14′ x 30′ building?The wife and I are considering purchasing a…

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Updated 14 years and 1 month ago

renovatingdrama

in Real Estate - Rentals 14 years and 1 month ago

Washer/Dryer for tenants

We just added a top loading washer and electric dryer for common use in the basement. How much should we charge our tenants (family of…

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Updated 14 years and 1 month ago

dittoburg

in Chimney and Fireplace 14 years and 1 month ago

hearthstone

What are people’s opinions on the best material to use as a hearthstone?

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esther

in Brownstoner 14 years and 1 month ago

looking to renovate my 1920s apartment. Wanted to know where I could find pics of Brooklyn's 1920s townhouse Any suggestions?!

I live in a 1920 townhouse in Park Slope. Looking for rendering of 1920 Brooklyn townhouse apartments

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lamb

in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 14 years and 2 months ago

3 Family Compliance with LL 58-87

I recently filed plans with the Brooklyn DOB to renovate the garden/parlour duplex of my 100+yr old 3 family rowhouse.  They responded with a few objections, most…

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Updated 14 years and 1 month ago

tgiardina

in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 14 years and 1 month ago

Brooklyn DEP address?!

I have to go pick up a “TAB” letter. Does anyone know where the Brooklyn DEP is? I cant find any address online!

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Updated 14 years and 1 month ago

nate28

in Agents and Brokers 14 years and 2 months ago

Quality Realtor

Please pardon what I’m sure is a common question, but any guidance would be a great help. Basically after years of slogging through craigslist and the…

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Updated 14 years and 1 month ago

slipperysloper

in Exteriors 14 years and 1 month ago

Recommendation for Patio work

We recently hired Hamid of Hamid Construction, whom we found on Brownstoner, to lay a new bluestone patio for us. I recommend him highly. He…

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oncewas

in Bath & Kitchen 14 years and 2 months ago

does anyone know where to get butcher block counter top?

Ikea doesn’t have any (changing manufacturers) and Lowes and Home Depot are both special order.  I need to get for early July installation- would welcome…

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Updated 14 years and 1 month ago

jamessmith2099

in Cleaning and Maid Services 14 years and 1 month ago

Has anyone used zero rez capet cleaning?

I am trying to decide between two kinds of professional carpet cleaners–steam cleaners or zero rez carpet cleaners. Has anyone had experience with zero rez…

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Updated 14 years and 1 month ago

eman135

in Garden 14 years and 1 month ago

full sun garden

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e0003570cb36- how does it look…this is a couple of weeks back when the irises were in full bloom

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eman135

in Garden 14 years and 1 month ago

full sun garden

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e0003570cb36- how does it look…this is a couple of weeks back when the irises were in full bloom

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vinniebarbarino

in Fencing 14 years and 1 month ago

Temporary restoration for cast iron gate

I was hoping for some advice…  We are completing the first phase of our renovation in Carroll Gardens.  One area that will need to wait…

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vinniebarbarino

in Fencing 14 years and 1 month ago

Temporary restoration for cast iron gate

I was hoping for some advice…  We are completing the first phase of our renovation in Carroll Gardens.  One area that will need to wait…

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architecturalimagery

in Decks and Porches 14 years and 1 month ago

Backyard Deck Renovations - Contractor Recommendations??

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4dffe438ced76- Hi,  I am looking for a reputable, experienced, & inexpensive contractor to build a small backyard deck in the rear of a Condo in…

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brigidnelson

in Doors 14 years and 1 month ago

Resale value of old metal door

We have a very old heavy metal door in the basement of our coop. Is there are resale value for such an item? It may…

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pfitz

in Driveways, Patios, Sidewalks and Steps 14 years and 2 months ago

Free Retaining Wall Stones - Nicolock Tuscany

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4dff76e7b6a02- Have extra stones from retaining wall we built in our backyard.Nicolock Tuscany Adobe Blend.  Total of 57 stones assorted sizes10x4x810x4x1210x4x16Free to anyone who can…

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Updated 14 years and 2 months ago

Silvermax

in Garden 14 years and 2 months ago

Chain Link Fence Installation

Anyone have any recommendations for handymen capable of installing a short length of chain link fence — 17 feet?

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Updated 14 years and 2 months ago

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