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peztops
in Flooring 13 years and 6 months ago
Problem with new wood floors: gaps, protruding nails, uneven planks!
We recently finished a renovation that included demolition of interior walls and the replacement of some of the wood floors. The original parquet is all…
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ajeb
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 6 months ago
estimate for brownstone renovation
I am very new to this so I would appreciate any comments and opinions. So here goes… I have my eye on this gorgeous brownstone…
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bklynrosie
in Appraisals 13 years and 6 months ago
Low Appraisal for Refi
We are gutted! Just recieved an appraisal for our home in Prospect Heights, which we purchased in 2008 for 1.9 million–the appraiser puts the current…
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8104012
in Flooring 13 years and 6 months ago
Leveling out floors...again
I posted this thread sometime ago: http://forum.brownstoner.com/question/jvVS8mxooaE=/leveling-floors Now, I’m looking for Recs on contractors to come out to give estimates for this kind of work. …
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hamiltonheights
in Boiler Repair 13 years and 6 months ago
Thermostat Confusion or Perhaps Just Ignorance
I thought I had a 24 volt, 2 wire oil/steam heating system: my bolier is connected to my electrical system (it has its own circuit…
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npapadakis
in Carpenters and Woodworkers 13 years and 6 months ago
I'm looking for all-wood custom-sized French Doors
Can anyone refer me to a local cabinet maker or manufacturer of all-wood, mullioned french doors? I do not want veneer, mdf or any other…
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northofditmas
in Boiler Repair 13 years and 6 months ago
Steam Boiler Low Water Cutoff Dripping
I have a McDonnell 67 lower water cutoff valve. It has been increasingly dripping slowly from the bottom (1 drop every few seconds). Took the…
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Northie
in Other 13 years and 7 months ago
Architect for roof tear off
Can anyone recommend an architect to draw and file plans for the following roof work on a landmarked building? Guidance on estimated architect costs is…
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zoes
in Architecture 13 years and 6 months ago
ISO 203k architect w energy efficient focus
Can anyone recommend an architect who is knowledgeable about 203k rehab loan projects in Brooklyn and who also has a lot of expertise in renovating…
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zoes
in Architecture 13 years and 6 months ago
ISO 203k architect w energy efficient focus
Can anyone recommend an architect who is knowledgeable about 203k rehab loan projects in Brooklyn and who also has a lot of expertise in renovating…
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northofditmas
in Boiler Repair 13 years and 6 months ago
Steam Boiler Low Water Cutoff Dripping
I have a McDonnell 67 lower water cutoff valve. It has been increasingly dripping slowly from the bottom (1 drop every few seconds). Took the…
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esther
in Construction 13 years and 6 months ago
Reliable, Efficient Contractor Needed ASAP
Have you worked with a GREAT contractor who typically does jobs in the 200K-400K range? Who does wonderful finishes, timely work and can come within…
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tcccorcoran
in Lighting 13 years and 6 months ago
I'm looking for a lighting designer for a four story townhouse renovation
I am lookinf ro a lighting designer to assist with lighting in a four story townhouse renovation.
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m926bk
in Real Estate - General 13 years and 6 months ago
Is it better to buy or rent?
As a young-ish person hoping to buy a starter studio or small one-bedroom apartment in Brooklyn in the next two or three years, I was…
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BrooklynCouch
in Furniture 13 years and 6 months ago
New Foam/Stuffing For My Couch Cushions; and Cleaning The Fabric of Said Cushions?
OK, having exhausted every other avenue of research: I am looking to replace the foam or “stuffing” in the cushions of my couch cushions. I’m…
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egg
in Building Code 13 years and 6 months ago
Storage loft
I am looking to purchase a 650sf 1BR condo built in 2006 that has a 200sf mezzanine (it is included in the FAR) with only…
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shjom
in Cellar 13 years and 6 months ago
Renting a large area of my basement as a painting studio
Hi I have a lot of room in my basement. The ceilings are around 8 feet tall and there are windows. I’d like to rent…
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kachuri999
in Doors & Windows 13 years and 6 months ago
parlor window gates, necessary?
Hi, my family and I are moving to Van Buren (&Throop) in Bed Stuy and I was wondering if anyone out there is familiar with…
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