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man_2
in Co-Op Related 13 years and 7 months ago
Coop Share Stock Certificate
I bought into an HDFC coop in Harlem about 19 months ago. I paid off my small loan in July 2011 and a still waiting…
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lagniappe
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 8 months ago
Renovation Financing
I currently live in CG in a condo and am looking to purchase a townhouse to accommodate my expanding family. Given our budget, it is…
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coopking
in Doors 13 years and 7 months ago
Does anyone have a good door installing contractor?
I want to replace the entry door from the common hallway into my coop apartment. I know exactly what door to get I just need…
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adb
in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 2 months ago
Bell Contracting-good? Stanley the Carpenter - bad.
Has anyone had experience with Brooklyn based contractor Bell Contracting? We’re looking to do stucco on the back of our house. I can warn you…
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marvin
in Brownstoner 13 years and 7 months ago
can anyone give me the history of 170 new york ave bklyn ny?
can anyone give me information on 170 new york ave. ive been living there for over 30 yrs. and would like to know some history.…
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man_2
in Co-Op Related 13 years and 7 months ago
Coop Share Stock Certificate
I bought into an HDFC coop in Harlem about 19 months ago. I paid off my small loan in July 2011 and a still waiting…
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starfish11040
in Landlord 13 years and 7 months ago
question about tenant complaining about contractor noise
I’ve had a painter coming in each day for the last two days starting about 8 am. The tenants below that apartment are complaining about…
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sarahbrooklyn
in Fire 13 years and 7 months ago
Move firebell for sprinkler system
We have a multifamily brownstone that was recently renovated. We have a sprinkler system throughout the building and an exterior red fire bell. The red bell was…
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Hardcharger
in Heating 13 years and 9 months ago
Radiators not heating.
Ok on wednesday I ran the steam for over 40 minutes in our five story brownstone. I had everyone check their radiators for heat. Everyone…
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lee2468
in Decks and Porches 13 years and 7 months ago
Small patio work - Bay Ridge
I have a slate patio in my front yard and I would like to extend it an additional 4′ X 9′ to cover dirt where…
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housepoor
in Decks and Porches 13 years and 7 months ago
Is a deck subject to 30 ft. rear setback rules?
I am thinking about adding a deck off my parlor floor. The existing extension is 30 ft off the rear property line, in line with…
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ctk
in Plumbers and Plumbing 13 years and 7 months ago
Turning small bathroom into a wet room...need advice
Looking for advice about whether and how to do this. Interested in hearing from people who have done this.
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bubu
in Skylight 13 years and 8 months ago
Your favorite sheetrock repair person
We are finally installing skylights now. Roof guy only installs skylights. Now we need good sheetrock guy. Can you recommend reasonably priced guy? Thanks in…
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stickerhappy
in Tile 13 years and 8 months ago
Recs for a 100 sq ft kitchen floor tile job?
Pretty straightforward tile job, just need someone who will do a decent job and not cost a ton. Any rec appreciated!
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TracyT
in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 7 months ago
For sale: Victorian fireplace cover
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4ef9cc33d662b-.jpg Victorian cast-iron fireplace summer cover for sale. Original to 1898 house, belonged to a long-removed mantel. Two pieces. Very good but not perfect condition:…
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TracyT
in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 9 months ago
fireplace cover for sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4ebff26f55bf8-.jpg Victorian cast-iron fireplace summer cover for sale. Original to 1898 house, belonged to a long-removed mantel. Two pieces. Very good but not perfect condition:…
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brooklynreit
in Mortgage 13 years and 7 months ago
Will lend to smaller co-ops and condos Units and sizes where banks wont. How do I find Customers
Enter Your Question
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mcll
in Foundation 13 years and 7 months ago
looking for a real smart and knowledgable structural engineer bed sty
we have a brownstone that has stairs that slope inward. we had a building inspector say that the foundation has settled but is sound. we…
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sakeboy
in Architecture 13 years and 7 months ago
Anyone happy with an architect for C of O conversion?
I’ve followed all the forum links so far on referrals… looking for an owner who is happy with the architect they hired to draw up…
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daveinbedstuy
in Building Code 13 years and 7 months ago
DOB Mass Ticketing Throughout Brooklyn
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4ef732bded6c1-.jpg The DOB did a mass sweep throughout Brooklyn last evening, leaving no one untargetted. The following violations were most issued: Failure to maintain clear…
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