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guikazoid
in Boiler Repair 13 years and 7 months ago
Boiler Question
Girlfriend of Guikazoid here with a boiler related question. We recently replaced our 25/30 year old boiler with a new Burnham boiler. Our old boiler…
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apartmenter1
in Plumbers and Plumbing 13 years and 7 months ago
Ikea faucets -- good for the long haul?
I like the look and price of Ikea faucets, which I am considering for replacing our falling-apart bathroom sink and faucent combo. But do they…
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tgiardina
in Driveways, Patios, Sidewalks and Steps 13 years and 7 months ago
Painting a curb yellow so no one parks on my driveway!
We are constantly calling the police to have people towed because they park on our driveway. The area to the left of our driveway can…
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Judith51
in Handymen and Odd Jobs 13 years and 7 months ago
Conestoga, Scherrs etc -- custom factory made cabinetry
I’ve been investigating affordable ways to put custom doors & drawer fronts on Ikea cabinets. I want a plain flat-front wood door & Ikea’s look…
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devineopine
in Real Estate - General 13 years and 7 months ago
I'm looking to rent, how do I choose a broker?
Hi forum, In the coming months my boyfriend and I will be looking to rent. We are native New Yorkers and have rented in Brooklyn…
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crank
in Boiler Repair 13 years and 7 months ago
Thirsty boiler
I have a gas fired steam boiler that also provides hot water. The automatic feed is coming on at least once a day this season.…
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augiesasso
in Landmarks 13 years and 7 months ago
Landmarks and interior doors of a Brownstone
We’re in the middle of getting our C of O. Converting our brownstone from a 1 family to a 3 family. Renovation requires that pocket…
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crank
in Boiler Repair 13 years and 7 months ago
Thirsty boiler
I have a gas fired steam boiler that also provides hot water. The automatic feed is coming on at least once a day this season.…
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jdknyc
in Appliances 13 years and 7 months ago
How many appliances can I run on 60A service?
I live in a prewar coop building and only have 60-amp electrical service. I am redoing the kitchen and am installing a 30A, 240V electric…
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ejalbk
in Insurance 13 years and 7 months ago
Adjuster for Boiler Mishap?
Are there adjusters that specialize in boiler mishaps (dry firing condition caused by water feeder malfunction)? If so, could use a recommendation. Thanks.
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inkredible
in Cleaning and Maid Services 13 years and 7 months ago
Countertop Poulticing & Floor Polishing
Hello all. Can anyone recommend someone that can poultice a granite countertop and polish and seal granite floor in a basement? Thanks in advance for…
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guikazoid
in Boiler Repair 13 years and 7 months ago
Boiler Question
Girlfriend of Guikazoid here with a boiler related question. We recently replaced our 25/30 year old boiler with a new Burnham boiler. Our old boiler…
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Master Plvmber
in Boiler Repair 13 years and 7 months ago
23 degrees this morning. How's your heat today?
I’m getting lots of calls this morning with repetitive problems. Make sure your power switches are on and that there’s enough water in your steam…
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Master Plvmber
in Boiler Repair 13 years and 7 months ago
23 degrees this morning. How's your heat today?
I’m getting lots of calls this morning with repetitive problems. Make sure your power switches are on and that there’s enough water in your steam…
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brownstoner
in Bath & Kitchen 14 years ago
Best Sources for Kitchen Cabinets in New York City?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e1ede4d5ede9-.jpg This is a frequent question renovators have so let’s group-source another Top Ten list to serve as an ongoing resource.
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isa
in Demolition 13 years and 7 months ago
Company to Remove Demolition Material
Hi, Can anyone recommend a small, Brooklyn based company with their own labor to remove demolition material?
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isa
in Demolition 13 years and 7 months ago
Company to Remove Demolition Material
Hi, Can anyone recommend a small, Brooklyn based company with their own labor to remove demolition material?
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Johanna
in Architecture 13 years and 11 months ago
Looking for architect to change 2 family brownstone to 3 family.
Looking to hire an architect. The building is 20 x 50 three story plus basement. Please send your contact information and or website link to…
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