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kiki
in Garden Design and Maintenance 13 years and 10 months ago
Has anyone used Green Leaf Tree Removal?
I got a flyer on my door for a coupon from Green Tree Removal and wondering if anyone has used them. Thanks.
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jbanks
in Inspection 13 years and 10 months ago
Ditmas park houses.
we are lifetime apartment dwellers and are looking into a house in ditmas park, is there a short list of questions/observations anyone can recommend when…
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JeremyL
in Landscaping 13 years and 10 months ago
Seeking source of salvage/scrap bluestone/slate/Belgian blocks/pavers
Hi, I’m looking for a source for extra bluestone/slate/Belgian blocks/cobblestones/pavers or any other stone odds and ends. I have a walkway adjacent to my driveway that’s…
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dittoburg
in Chimney and Fireplace 13 years and 10 months ago
hearthstone
What are people’s opinions on the best material to use as a hearthstone?
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kim4
in Decks and Porches 13 years and 10 months ago
"Floating" Deck - A Furniture or Need a Permit?
I am looking into building a deck in my yard but I am not sure if I need a permit for this or not. I…
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jaytee
in Plumbers and Plumbing 13 years and 10 months ago
plumbing violation
I need to resolve a violation I got for some work I had done on my house without getting a permit. The plumber who did…
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brooklynexpediter
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 13 years and 10 months ago
DOB Update 06-22-2011
DOB Brooklyn has extended same day review to 5 examiners instead of the usual 2\. Upside: More staff less wait. Downside: Some of the examiners…
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Attention2detail
in Doors 13 years and 10 months ago
Rec's for install of Wood entry door needed?
Have a custom order wood entry door that I ordered and need it installed. Anyone deal with a company/person that did great work? If so…
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spaceaddict
in Quality of Life 13 years and 10 months ago
How Safe is the Area of Kingston Subway Stop?
I am planning to purchase a property on the south side of Kingston around 5 blocks. Newcomer to the area. Is it safe to walk…
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chriswilson23
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 10 months ago
Budget Cost for a 3rd Floor Addition
Hi Guys,What might the budget range be to add a 3rd floor addition on 14′ x 30′ building?The wife and I are considering purchasing a…
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renovatingdrama
in Real Estate - Rentals 13 years and 10 months ago
Washer/Dryer for tenants
We just added a top loading washer and electric dryer for common use in the basement. How much should we charge our tenants (family of…
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dittoburg
in Chimney and Fireplace 13 years and 10 months ago
hearthstone
What are people’s opinions on the best material to use as a hearthstone?
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esther
in Brownstoner 13 years and 10 months ago
looking to renovate my 1920s apartment. Wanted to know where I could find pics of Brooklyn's 1920s townhouse Any suggestions?!
I live in a 1920 townhouse in Park Slope. Looking for rendering of 1920 Brooklyn townhouse apartments
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lamb
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 13 years and 10 months ago
3 Family Compliance with LL 58-87
I recently filed plans with the Brooklyn DOB to renovate the garden/parlour duplex of my 100+yr old 3 family rowhouse. They responded with a few objections, most…
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tgiardina
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 13 years and 10 months ago
Brooklyn DEP address?!
I have to go pick up a “TAB” letter. Does anyone know where the Brooklyn DEP is? I cant find any address online!
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nate28
in Agents and Brokers 13 years and 10 months ago
Quality Realtor
Please pardon what I’m sure is a common question, but any guidance would be a great help. Basically after years of slogging through craigslist and the…
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slipperysloper
in Exteriors 13 years and 10 months ago
Recommendation for Patio work
We recently hired Hamid of Hamid Construction, whom we found on Brownstoner, to lay a new bluestone patio for us. I recommend him highly. He…
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oncewas
in Bath & Kitchen 13 years and 10 months ago
does anyone know where to get butcher block counter top?
Ikea doesn’t have any (changing manufacturers) and Lowes and Home Depot are both special order. I need to get for early July installation- would welcome…
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jamessmith2099
in Cleaning and Maid Services 13 years and 10 months ago
Has anyone used zero rez capet cleaning?
I am trying to decide between two kinds of professional carpet cleaners–steam cleaners or zero rez carpet cleaners. Has anyone had experience with zero rez…
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