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gellhorngal

in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years ago

stoop repair: z. abedin

hello. has anyone used z. abedin for stoop repair? what was your experience? thank you.

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gellhorngal

in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years ago

stoop repair: z. abedin

hello. has anyone used z. abedin for stoop repair? what was your experience? thank you.

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gellhorngal

in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years ago

stoop repair: z. abedin

hello. has anyone used z. abedin for stoop repair? what was your experience? thank you.

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mt_molehill

in Plumbers and Plumbing 11 years ago

Cost to replace gas furnace for hydronic (radiator) heating system?

I got a quote for $7,500 for labor and the furnace, no plumbing needed as we’re not moving it. It’s a furnace for a small…

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mt_molehill

in Plumbers and Plumbing 11 years ago

Cost to replace gas furnace for hydronic (radiator) heating system?

I got a quote for $7,500 for labor and the furnace, no plumbing needed as we’re not moving it. It’s a furnace for a small…

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mt_molehill

in Plumbers and Plumbing 11 years ago

Cost to replace gas furnace for hydronic (radiator) heating system?

I got a quote for $7,500 for labor and the furnace, no plumbing needed as we’re not moving it. It’s a furnace for a small…

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afrochic

in Roofers 11 years ago

recommendation for fencing company for new roof deck fence?

Hi all, I’m looking for recommendations for a good and reasonably-priced fencing company that could install a new wood fence on my roof deck. Any…

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huesos

in Lawyers and legal service 11 years ago

Alternative to Jack Jaffa & Assoc??

I have been trying to reach anyone at Jack Jaffa & Associates since yesterday about a violation I received and a court date associated with…

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Updated 11 years ago

ps158

in Fencing 11 years ago

fence issue with neighbor

(sorry for the long post…) There is a 1-2′ high retaining wall that separates our yard from our next door neighbor’s. Their yard is 1-2’…

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Updated 11 years ago

zhoushi

in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 11 years ago

Purchasing property w ECB Violation and property needs cosmetic work

I am in process of purchasing a house in bed-stuy with an old/existing ECB violation. Fine paid, but not certified. Details pasted at end of…

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zhoushi

in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 11 years ago

Purchasing property w ECB Violation and property needs cosmetic work

I am in process of purchasing a house in bed-stuy with an old/existing ECB violation. Fine paid, but not certified. Details pasted at end of…

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bdeinhardt

in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years ago

marble mantelpiece for sale Carroll Gardens

I have a lovely Italianate marble mantelpiece and fireplace grille I am selling. Very good condition. Unpainted. Still installed. You would have to remove. bdeinhardt…

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bdeinhardt

in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years ago

marble mantelpiece for sale Carroll Gardens

I have a lovely Italianate marble mantelpiece and fireplace grille I am selling. Very good condition. Unpainted. Still installed. You would have to remove. bdeinhardt…

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bdeinhardt

in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years ago

marble mantelpiece for sale Carroll Gardens

I have a lovely Italianate marble mantelpiece and fireplace grille I am selling. Very good condition. Unpainted. Still installed. You would have to remove. bdeinhardt…

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sbl1sbl

in Doors & Windows 11 years and 1 month ago

Window inserts

Does anyone have experience with interior window inserts (like “indows”) and can someone recommend a contractor, again experienced, who can measure and install them? I…

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Updated 11 years ago

brooklynj

in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years ago

Minimum distance from window for dryer vent

Can a dryer vent be installed in a window soffit above a window? One architect has told me that it is ok as long as…

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brooklynj

in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years ago

Minimum distance from window for dryer vent

Can a dryer vent be installed in a window soffit above a window? One architect has told me that it is ok as long as…

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brooklynj

in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years ago

Minimum distance from window for dryer vent

Can a dryer vent be installed in a window soffit above a window? One architect has told me that it is ok as long as…

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fitch

in About Brooklyn 11 years ago

Small Bathrooms & Plumbing Codes

Hi Guys, Question: We own a 2-Family in Bed-Stuy that retains the original configuration on the Parlor and top floor. In the original layout, the…

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Updated 11 years ago

anne_nyc

in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years ago

ISO Recs for architects or design/build?

We are in the first stages of planning a renovation on our Gowanus townhouse. We have lived here for nearly 10 years and have a…

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Updated 11 years ago

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