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daveinbedstuy

in Carpenters and Woodworkers 13 years and 7 months ago

Recommending Contractor

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f0aed62edf48-.jpg I’d like to heartily recommend the contractor who did my friend’s apartment renovation in Cadman Towers.  Tommy Cheung was fast, efficient, relaible and reasonably…

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centerslope

in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 7 months ago

Where can I buy the typical outdor gas lamp

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f0a51633b643-.jpg Hi all, we are contemplating adding a gas lamp to our brownstone (despite environmental concerns). Walking around our neighborhood in the  Slope most of…

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slvillager

in Heating 13 years and 7 months ago

most efficient way to set thermostat?

we have a new burnham gas boiler and a programmable thermostat and our house is four floors plus basement. what’s the most efficent way to…

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roux42

in Decorative 13 years and 7 months ago

porcelain bathroom shelf brackets?

Hello! I am looking for porcelain bathroom shelf brackets and the mounting hardware.  I found a few sets online, but they do not include the…

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roux42

in Decorative 13 years and 7 months ago

porcelain bathroom shelf brackets?

Hello! I am looking for porcelain bathroom shelf brackets and the mounting hardware.  I found a few sets online, but they do not include the…

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miska212

in For Sale 13 years and 10 months ago

Marble Mantels, Trim and Ironwork For Sale

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e7e58bee4f3f-.jpg Selling two marble mantels, trim and ironwork.  One of them has a clean break, which I’m told can be easily repaired.  Asking $1850 for…

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floor

in Flooring 13 years and 7 months ago

basement floor?

Has anyone had a concrete floor in the basement repoured and were you happy with your floor people?  I am trying to make my basement…

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biggles

in Restaurants and Cafes 13 years and 7 months ago

living over a resturant

great artical in the 1/7/12 Sundays NYT real estate section for those dealing with the smells or the bennies of being in that situation

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architerp

in Boiler Repair 13 years and 7 months ago

Boiler Rec

Looking for rec for a steam boiler re-piping in Bellerose, Queens. I have to drain/refill the boiler every month or so b/c the knocking is…

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thisoldhome

in Lawyers and legal service 13 years and 7 months ago

left over tenant no lease suing us at small claims

Hi long time reader, first time asking. I have a girl left from a group of 4 in the dulpex, who does not have her…

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davidfg

in For Sale 13 years and 7 months ago

3 free radiators

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f0a0813491a9-processed-httpslh5googleusercontentcom-Dapj1OFEAKsTwoFnlOs8HIAAAAAAAAE6Mxn8d_TO51wUs800IMG_3094JPG.jpg Hello: Would like to clear 3 radiators out of the basement of our brownstone. There are some bad photos of them here. They were…

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cherrypatterll

in Architecture 13 years and 7 months ago

Looking for Detailed Oriented, Budget Conscious Architect for Modest Condo Improvements

We are looking for a great architect who would be able to help us with a modest improvement to our “newish” condo which currently doesn’t…

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cherrypatterll

in Architecture 13 years and 7 months ago

Looking for Detailed Oriented, Budget Conscious Architect for Modest Condo Improvements

We are looking for a great architect who would be able to help us with a modest improvement to our “newish” condo which currently doesn’t…

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floor

in Flooring 13 years and 7 months ago

basement floor?

Has anyone had a concrete floor in the basement repoured and were you happy with your floor people?  I am trying to make my basement…

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namahs

in Heating 13 years and 7 months ago

Hot Water Heater Drip Leg dripping?

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f091ce34e807-.jpg I just noticed it this morning when I went in the boiler room. The area right below the gas pipe connecting to the hot…

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shmuliejoe

in About Brooklyn 13 years and 7 months ago

Undertaker

Getting my house in order….does anyone know an honest, non-sleazy Brooklyn undertaker with whom I can arrange a no fuss cremation?  Don’t need this now, but…

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housepoor

in Conversion 13 years and 7 months ago

Converting a church to residential

I am looking at a building for investment that is currently designated M1 (Church, Synagogue or Chapel) with an idea of converting it (no pun…

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shk

in Pest Control 13 years and 7 months ago

Squirrel removal from top floor crawlspace and sealing point of access?

I think we have a squirrel hanging out in the crawlspace between our top floor ceiling and roof. Any suggestions on 1) who can remove…

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metaphase

in Chimney and Fireplace 13 years and 7 months ago

ISO marble mantel

We are looking for a marble mantel in decent condition for a fireplace we are re-opening.  If you are removing one in a renovation and…

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evie

in Bath & Kitchen 13 years and 7 months ago

Buying kitchen cabinets

 I am doing my first reno and am looking to purchase kitchen cabinets from a small company in Bklyn which has a limited but nice…

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