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downsizer
in Bath & Kitchen 12 years ago
ForSale 2:New Ikea Lillangen 15"cabinets & Sink
Brand new items…Never installed/used but are assembled. Would return but tossed boxes. Cabinets are black/brown and frames are included Perfect for small bathroom. $120\. takes…
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marybrkln
in Doors & Windows 11 years and 9 months ago
I need to replace one window in my Fort Greene brownstone.
I’ll say at the outset that although I would love to have old glass, alas, I am just a renter and the window that is…
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sometomato
in Bath & Kitchen 11 years and 11 months ago
Seeking cabinet makers who work with repurposed wood
Hi, I am new to this forum, but I’m re-visiting a popular topic. I am collecting names/getting estimates from cabinet makers who have a good…
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slopebob2233
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 9 months ago
Bleeding boiler and hot water heater
I have a 3 family house in Bed Stuy with baseboard heaters along the walls. One of the rooms doesn’t get enough heat. 1) is…
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stuyheights
in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years and 9 months ago
Unique 3 family brownstone reno project. Need help on where to get started.
After looking for months for a Brooklyn Brownstone, it looks as though we finally found one. I was really hesitant about purchasing a flip, because…
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brooklyntoqueens
in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years and 9 months ago
Changing the Certificate of Occupancy
I own a 2 family with cellar and we are going to convert it to a single home. Is it worth changing the CofO to…
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brooklyntoqueens
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 11 years and 9 months ago
Paint removal from the facade of a 2 family landmark brick building
I have a landmark violation because the previous owner of my 2 family had the brilliant idea of painting the facade. I now need to…
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deva
in Roofers 11 years and 9 months ago
New Heating System: House wont Go Above 69 Degrees when Its below 10
My new heating system was working great when it was 25 degrees and above but when it goes dramatically below, it wont heat above 69…
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sverkat
in Renovation 11 years and 9 months ago
Looking for a new architect
I’m having a real problem with an architect who posts here often, so his name shall not be named. I was wondering – is it…
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tdwt
in Plumbers and Plumbing 11 years and 9 months ago
Waterproofing a Wooden Support Beam
Does anyone have suggestions on how to waterproof exposed wood in a basement? On very cold days (like today), the steam from our heating system’s…
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basementbound
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 9 months ago
Mini Split Air Conditioner installation
I want to use Mini Split Air Conditioner system in my soon to be 2 family townhouse. Can some one please tell me if I…
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MJP
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 11 years and 9 months ago
Architect Self-Certification for Reno Plans?
Does anyone have experience with an architect or engineer self-certifying plans for a straightforward residential reno (ie, not a gut job and little to no…
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CGDad
in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years and 10 months ago
Seeking mid-renovation advice on removal of brownstone wall
Hi – I am in the middle of renovating the parlor floor of townhouse. About four weeks ago, we removed parts of two interior walls…
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bkgirl
in Doors 11 years and 10 months ago
Old solid wood doors from brooklyn brownstone- sellable?
We renovated our brownstone a couple of years ago and because of the change in layout we have about 8 extra old solid wood doors.…
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notny
in Roofers 11 years and 9 months ago
Accordion ladder and condensation
I have an accordion ladder that leads to the roof. When it’s cold, like it has been, condensation gets trapped in the area that the…
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xchx
in Plumbers and Plumbing 11 years and 9 months ago
Circulator pump getting loud
The circulator pump for our boiler (hot water radiator system) has gotten a lot louder lately. It’s loud enough to wake me up when the…
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brownstone123
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 13 years and 4 months ago
Sprinkler system ?? Really ???
I recently purchased and re modeled a 4 story brownstone. I have new completely new electrical, new plumbing, new support beams, and new hard wired…
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hillel
in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years and 9 months ago
Want to build a den/office room on our roof
Hello, We want to add a room/den office on our roof all powered by solar energy. Any recommendation for an architect/contractor who could help us.…
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