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katarusa
in Carpenters and Woodworkers 12 years and 1 month ago
Need a good carpenter
So I am going through a renovation process and just like everybody I know came across major bump on the road. We didnt want to…
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atisa
in Tile 12 years and 1 month ago
cement tile installer
We’ve ordered cement tile for our kitchen backsplash. Does anyone have any recommendations for an installer? We want someone who has experience with this. No…
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stuyheights
in Building Code 12 years and 1 month ago
Will my taxes go up? Cellar allowed as "rec room" ?
Hello Brownstoner, We are thinking about reconfiguring the occupancy of a brownstone we are in contract on. This will be a gut reno, and the…
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lagoon
in Roofers 12 years and 1 month ago
water in cellar from neighbour
My neighbour´s downspout is not connected to the sewer line, and all the water from their roof spills on the back near the property line.…
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E_Minor
in Plumbers and Plumbing 12 years and 1 month ago
How much does it cost to replace ConEd gas meters?
We’ve finished gut renovating our house and as part of the plumbing inspection, the city inspector wants us to upgrade the gas meters. Apparently the…
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BobtheHugo
in Mortgage 12 years and 1 month ago
Architects/suggestions for combining two units/converting multi-family to single
Hi. We are looking at two options: either buying two units and combining or covering a multi-family to single. Wondering if anyone out there has…
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BobtheHugo
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 1 month ago
Architect to help with combining units or multi- to single-family
We are looking for an architect to combine two units or convert a multi-family to single. Wondering if anyone out there has suggestions of architects.
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thelibrary
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 1 month ago
Did I miss the boat on the under-$800K multifamily in Crown Heights?
Did I miss the boat on the under $800k multifamily in Crown Heights that isn’t in Weeksville? I’m really hoping that some new things come…
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BobtheHugo
in Mortgage 12 years and 1 month ago
Architects/suggestions for combining two units/converting multi-family to single
Hi. We are looking at two options: either buying two units and combining or covering a multi-family to single. Wondering if anyone out there has…
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bobjohn
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 1 month ago
Skylight window need repair/replacement
Hi, I have the original skylight window with broken soldering. You cannot see it from the picture, but some of part glass parts look like…
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daveinbedstuy
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 1 month ago
What you get in Philly for $600k
i have no interst in this house nor the broker. just wanted to show people what you can get in philly for $600k…1819 historic brick…
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UWS
in Doors 12 years and 1 month ago
seeking recommendation for replacement exterior parlor doors
We are looking to have replacement parlor doors made for a brownstone in Manhattan. Can you recommend contractors who can build and install replacements in…
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csommers79
in Heating 12 years and 1 month ago
Radiator issue
We have a 6 story brownstone, with a one-pipe heating system (i.e. each radiator has one input pipe for steam and return, and then a…
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lilitrue
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 1 month ago
Building up in a landmark building
We have roof rights in a landmarked 4 unit coop and are thinking of adding a third bedroom and a second bathroom along with a…
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bobjohn
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 1 month ago
Skylight window need repair/replacement
Hi, I have the original skylight window with broken soldering. You cannot see it from the picture, but some of part glass parts look like…
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bobjohn
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 1 month ago
painting room with low ceilings.
I am about to paint a room with fairly low ceilings. I am looking for advice on how to make it look roomier. The room…
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bobjohn
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 1 month ago
painting room with low ceilings.
I am about to paint a room with fairly low ceilings. I am looking for advice on how to make it look roomier. The room…
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tyrone_mcdonald
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 1 month ago
Any Outcomes from the NHS Home Maintenance Training Course?
I know some brownstoners have taken advantage of the Home Maintenance Training Course provided by Neighborhood Housing Services. Do you have any examples of your…
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