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citizenjane
in General Discussion 3 years and 2 months ago
Seeking expert in structural design around vestibule & inner door of brownstone
After two years of reconnaissance, we believe the source of a clothing moth problem is in the walls at the intersection of the front door…
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Lauren
in General Discussion 3 years and 1 month ago
Extension age mystery
We’re trying to figure out the age of an extension on our Prospect Heights house. I requested the DOB file and there was a 1957…
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luther924
in Heating and Cooling 3 years and 1 month ago
Service on Minisplits
Hi, I installed 3 mini splits that are serviced by one heat pump that’s installed in my backyard. I live in Windsor Terrace. Two of…
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wfrxmhzynkiopcra
in General Discussion 3 years and 1 month ago
Preserving bluestone when Con Ed does work
Con Ed is doing some work on our block and they have painted our sidewalk in a way that leads us to believe that they…
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wfrxmhzynkiopcra
in General Discussion 3 years and 1 month ago
Getting help from a city representative
Our street is having some problems with construction on a city building nearby. We’ve tried working directly with the agency but it hasn’t worked too…
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stovalljanet23
in General Discussion 3 years and 1 month ago
Selling a nearly new heritage cast iron tub
Here’s a link to my Craigslist ad. Hearing all offers It’s a great tub in near perfect condition https://newyork.craigslist.org/brk/for/d/brooklyn-60-cast-iron-heritage-clawfoot/7579249366.html
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terryhoppy
in General Discussion 3 years and 2 months ago
front garden
we are having a rat problem on our block; i hired exterminators to help; however, i am finding burrows again in the front yard; i…
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sheetd
in General Discussion 3 years and 1 month ago
Sisters seeking home in BK brownstone!
Hello! My sister and I are New Jersey natives that are currently living in Harlem. Our landlord raised the rent by $1200 dollars twice in…
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dubaivinylflooring
in General Discussion 3 years and 2 months ago
Hot Water Heating - electric v gas?
In the midst of a reno and trying to determine what type of hot water heating we should install. I’d prefer electric as I’m considering…
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gururoofing
in General Discussion 3 years and 1 month ago
Heat Pump Water Heater Incentives
Hi all, We’re looking to replace our old gas water heater with a new heat pump model. Last year I read about generous incentives from…
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Archiefina
in General Discussion 3 years and 1 month ago
NYC Local Law 31 Lead Paint - Inspector Recommendation
Related to the prior exchange on lead testing: I am writing to ask for recommendations for EPA certified inspectors to perform the required multi-family property…
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katiecwhittle
in Roofing 3 years and 2 months ago
How to find mice coming into my home
how to find where mice are coming into house?
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decoart
in General Discussion 3 years and 2 months ago
Insurance cost for 3-family in brooklyn
I just looked at my bill and I’m getting charged $3858 annually. Is that in the ballpark with what others are paying? I’m using a…
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cynthiab
in General Discussion 3 years and 1 month ago
Looking for a Great Carpenter for Moulding Work
My brownstone has a real patchwork of mouldings — maybe 6 different styles on the Parlor baseboards alone. There are various gaps and damaged mouldings…
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StoopLady
in General Discussion 3 years and 2 months ago
Is this wall crack concerning to you?
It’s concerning to me, but I’m paranoid and know nothing about this stuff. [A1CDE5B7-246F-4481-A33F-2248A20ED7B1](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s3/:brownstoner:KTFl:a1cde5b7246f4481a33f2248a20ed7b1.jpeg.jpg)
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puffy areas of roof
I was checking out my roof recently and noticed 2 or 3 areas where the surface is “puffy”, like when you step on it, the…
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jabennett1993
in General Discussion 3 years and 3 months ago
Gutter facia board separating from wall
Hello, I’m looking for advice on whether I can fix this myself or should hire a pro. My initial thought is to hop on a…
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Hilas113
in General Discussion 3 years and 1 month ago
Intercom camera’s
Any recommendations for intercom cameras for a two family brownstone. Im doing a small renovation and have a few walls open if wires need to…
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