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brooklynny
in For Sale 12 years ago
Antique bricks (street pavers) left over from garden renovation
I ordered way too many antique street pavers for my garden renovation (see attached photo). I posted in the forums a while back and sold…
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466dad
in For Sale 12 years ago
Renovation leftovers for sale
I’ve got some stuff I’m trying to get out of my basement, including a ceiling medallion, some pipe insulation, a drawer organizer, as well as…
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466dad
in For Sale 12 years ago
Renovation leftovers for sale
I’ve got some stuff I’m trying to get out of my basement, including a ceiling medallion, some pipe insulation, a drawer organizer, as well as…
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annep
in Pet Supplies 12 years and 1 month ago
Found boxer on Halsey
My friend found a boxer on Halsey this afternoon that’s really sweet, is well-kept, and has a collar but has no tags. If anyone knows…
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Monasdad
in Accounting 12 years and 1 month ago
Tax preparer for Multi Family
Hi — We are looking for tax help for our multi family rental. We keep good books so it shouldn’t be too difficult. Looking for…
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cityrat
in Handymen and Odd Jobs 12 years and 1 month ago
Handyman recommendation Clinton Hill/Fort Greene?
Hi there, I’ve looked through the posts and noted some recs, but wanted to inquire because there can be a lot of turnover in this…
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bedstuyreno
in Roofers 12 years and 1 month ago
Buying an fire escape
I have a two-family brownstone but it’s four stories tall and without a fire escape. Recently, I was in the backyard with my contractor and…
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cityrat
in Real Estate - Sales 13 years and 1 month ago
Estate sale property: Can we get a contract while it's still in surrogate court?
We have found a house in Clinton Hill that we like very much. It is an estate sale property that is still in the process…
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rpine
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years ago
interior structural repair -- looking for a contractor and engineer
The floor in one corner of our kitchen is sagging due to long-term water damage to interior support beams under the floor. After many years,…
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zeebee_in_bklyn
in For Sale 12 years ago
LAST CALL - vintage range for sale
Posted the following in December, no takers. Last call for anyone who wants a vintage beauty! Beautiful Magic Chef 1000 available. Early 1930s gas stove…
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tjbk
in Landscaping 12 years and 1 month ago
Landscaping RFP / Help
We have a vacant 25 by 19 dirt back yard in need of landscaping. What would we a few pavers, grass, small herb garden, a…
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NeoGrec
in Plumbing 12 years and 1 month ago
Flood Alarm for Washing Machine
I want to install a flood sensor on my washing machine. For about $30, I can get a simple leak detector. For about $200, I…
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goyito
in About Brooklyn 12 years ago
Bluestone?
Anyone have any old bluestone they want to get rid of? I’m looking for about 250 square feet, to use for backyard. Thanks!
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cityrat
in Handymen and Odd Jobs 12 years and 1 month ago
Handyman recommendation Clinton Hill/Fort Greene?
Hi there, I’ve looked through the posts and noted some recs, but wanted to inquire because there can be a lot of turnover in this…
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fordvesant
in For Sale 12 years and 1 month ago
WOOD MANTEL, WOOD PANEL/STRIPS FOR SALE; SHUTTERS FOR FREE
We have various antique/salvaged brownstone items for sale (and for pick up) in Brooklyn. If you’re interested please get in touch fordvesant1@gmail.com. I’m happy to…
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mykonos
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 1 month ago
Home automation
Hi….can anyone recommend a home automation company (lights, security, HVAC, etc) for my brownstone in Bed Stuy? Thanks very much. Mykonos
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bkrenobaby
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 1 month ago
Architect or Full Service Contractor for Brownstone Renovation?
I am renovating a landmarked multifamily brownstone on a very tight budget, and trying to decide whether to use an independent architect plus a GC,…
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classon
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 1 month ago
looking for licensed electrician recs
Can anyone recommend a licensed electrician? I need to finish wiring the kitchen, add a few misc outlets and close out a permit.
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