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radavma
in Real Estate - Sales 13 years and 6 months ago
condo prices compared to 2008/2009
Looking at buying a condo- apartments with the same exact floorplan in building sold for 649 in 2008 and another in 2009\. What would you…
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anonymous
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 6 months ago
203k Reno - affordable contractor
I have been reading this site for awhile now but never really posted. I am looking to do a possible gut reno on a brownstone…
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BrooklynZoo
in Bath & Kitchen 13 years and 10 months ago
Replacing Kitchen Countertops
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e02274f7fd80- Hi, we are considering replacing the countertop in our small kitchen. Does anyone have a recomendation for someone who could do this job for…
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redwagon
in Decorative 13 years and 6 months ago
Help sourcing a glass banister for a stair
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4ea9a400b295d-.jpg We have recently installed a new stair in our apartment and would like to have a glass banister put in. Similar to one in…
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BrooklynButler
in Radiators 13 years and 6 months ago
Radiator Valves
Does anyone have a good recommendation for a radiator steam valve brand? I’m not talking about the valve that opens and closes the steam supply,…
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ytnyc2
in Doors 13 years and 6 months ago
Brownstone Doors for Sale
Just wanted to see if anyone had any interest in some 5 panel vintage brownstone doors that I have. You can see them in my…
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ame_raleed
in Mortgage 13 years and 6 months ago
Need a Mortgage Broker?
We just refinanced our mortgage. First time we tried was a fiasco, and we were unsuccessful. Now with rates down even further we tried again and…
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vica
in Brownstoner 13 years and 7 months ago
Chimney estimate needed for Brooklyn brownstone
Hi Our chimney is blocked and need to be cleaned. Can someone recommend a responsible and reasonable chimney company servicing Brooklyn properties? Tks
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rocketship
in Locksmith and Security 13 years and 8 months ago
Locksmith
Can anyone recommend a good locksmith in the South Slope/Sunset Park area? We need to get the cylinders on a couple of locks changed.
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chanel
in About Brooklyn 13 years and 7 months ago
'safety' of purchasing condo between myrtle and park ave (near bqe) in CH
i there, I am looking to begin a family with my wife. Right now we just work and relax when we can (no children for…
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renophyte
in For Sale 13 years and 6 months ago
Doors for Sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4ea8d5cb6b2a3-.jpg We will be renovating our house shortly and have four doors that don’t fit into our plans. Three are French doors (all need TLC)…
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winnipegal
in Brownstoner 13 years and 6 months ago
What do the Forum's new 'Expanded' and 'List' view buttons do?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4ea632e88c3c5-.png The Forum has a new feature where you can toggle between an expanded, blog style view, and a condenced, list style view. Each has…
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mtm
in Roofers 13 years and 6 months ago
Roof repair
Hi Everyone, Can anyone recommend a company capable of repairing a mansard roof on a Fort Greene brownstone? The flat roof is fine. It’s the…
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anonymous
in Real Estate - Rentals 13 years and 6 months ago
Landlord Guildelines for 2-Family Houses
I was wondering if anyone knew how to find landlord guidelines for 2-family houses; it seems like not all of the nyc rental rules apply.…
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BrooklynButler
in Radiators 13 years and 6 months ago
Radiator Valves
Does anyone have a good recommendation for a radiator steam valve brand? I’m not talking about the valve that opens and closes the steam supply,…
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argentina
in Cellar 13 years and 6 months ago
Broken basement sewer line?
We have had one of the rainiest years on record in NYC and now over the last few months I noticed a dampness in the…
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LostBread
in Electricians 13 years and 6 months ago
Timing of Renovations
s We just entered into contract on a three story (two floors/garden) building in Carroll Gardens. There’s no C of O but tax classed as…
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argentina
in Cellar 13 years and 6 months ago
Broken basement sewer line?
We have had one of the rainiest years on record in NYC and now over the last few months I noticed a dampness in the…
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