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sharon121

in Radiators 11 years and 9 months ago

Recommendations for Heat/Boiler/Radiator Work

Hi All, All of a sudden 2 of my 4 radiators on one floor (closed circuit/zone) have stopped working. I’ve bled them – very little…

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karolnyc

in Construction 11 years and 9 months ago

Putting in a loft, approx cost question

Does anyone have an approximate figure how much it would cost to build a loft like this one (http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/before-after-from-ceiling-space-to-playing-space-183004) over a staircase? I think it’s…

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dumbogirl

in Plumbers and Plumbing 12 years ago

Plumber to repair leaky tub faucet and shower?

Looking for a plumber to repair a leaky tub faucet and shower — hoping it’s a small job, but would love to get a recommendations…

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Updated 11 years and 9 months ago

nminami

in Shower Stalls 12 years and 1 month ago

shower in mud room

I have a garden parlor rental unit that currently has a heated 1/2 bath in the back mud room. I’m thinking of adding a small…

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Updated 11 years and 9 months ago

gprotos

in Bath & Kitchen 11 years and 9 months ago

Can you suggest a good handyman/woman for a small kitchen and bath renovation?

Hi, I’m in the process of purchasing a small apartment with popcorn ceiling throughout that supposedly has asbestos. We plan on testing this to confirm…

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Reno2011

in Facade and Brownstone Repair 11 years and 9 months ago

Anna Company Ironworks

Hello, Has anyone ever had any work done with Anna Company Ironworks? If yes, will you tell us about your experience? We are considering hiring…

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Updated 11 years and 9 months ago

mayinbrklyn

in About Brooklyn 11 years and 9 months ago

Commercial Tenants

Just bought a mixed use in Bay Ridge. 1 family plus Dr. Office. What is the best way to find a commercial tenant? I’ve worked…

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Updated 11 years and 9 months ago

slackjaw

in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years and 9 months ago

Architect for renovation of townhouse

When one is preparing to thoroughly restore a beaten-up 100-year-old townhouse — move some walls, new electric & plumbing, add a bathroom, possibly create a…

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Updated 11 years and 9 months ago

Reno2011

in Facade and Brownstone Repair 11 years and 9 months ago

Anna Company Ironworks

Hello, Has anyone ever had any work done with Anna Company Ironworks? If yes, will you tell us about your experience? We are considering hiring…

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tinychicken

in About Brooklyn 11 years and 9 months ago

For Sale: Double vintage Farm Sink and Vintage bathtub.

Looking to sell this beautiful vintage double farm sink $200 and vintage bathtub $100 OBO. We salvaged them because we planned to get them reglazed…

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Updated 11 years and 9 months ago

bedstuytownhouse

in Roofers 11 years and 9 months ago

FREE kitchen cabinets - tonight ONLY

I have (I think) six base cabinets, including the sink cabinet and Kohler sink with faucet, and a few uppers, two doubles which you’d have…

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Updated 11 years and 9 months ago

boerumhillgal

in For Sale 11 years and 10 months ago

carrara marble top vanity 48" NEW - $800 OBO

Purchased this creamy white marble top vanity (single sink) but it was too large for our bathroom. Pickup only. Photo is the stock photo with…

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Updated 11 years and 9 months ago

hickslove

in For Sale 11 years and 9 months ago

Room & Board Chairs, Crate & Barrel Sofa/Ottoman for sale

We have six Room & Board dining chairs for sale, as well as a Crate & Barrel sofa with matching storage ottoman: http://newyork.craigslist.org/brk/fuo/4282979923.html http://newyork.craigslist.org/brk/fuo/4283037004.html Items…

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hickslove

in For Sale 11 years and 9 months ago

Room & Board Chairs, Crate & Barrel Sofa/Ottoman for sale

We have six Room & Board dining chairs for sale, as well as a Crate & Barrel sofa with matching storage ottoman: http://newyork.craigslist.org/brk/fuo/4282979923.html http://newyork.craigslist.org/brk/fuo/4283037004.html Items…

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daroogle

in Doors & Windows 11 years and 9 months ago

Fire escape ladder for sale

Just posted on craigslist. I had an entire fire escape and all that’s left is this sweet staircase. Can be used for an interior loft.…

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misconformist

in About Brooklyn 11 years and 9 months ago

Backfilling a basement

Our house was recently put on new FEMA flood maps. We have been advised to move mechanicals above basement and fill-in the cellar. Anyone on…

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1CBangs

in About Brooklyn 11 years and 9 months ago

Wonderful Metalworker!

Sherwin Morgan, owner of Core Solutions, thoroughly cleaned and restored and painted the metal work on our 1899 brownstone tenant’s windows and metal door. Throughout…

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1CBangs

in About Brooklyn 11 years and 9 months ago

Wonderful Metalworker!

Sherwin Morgan, owner of Core Solutions, thoroughly cleaned and restored and painted the metal work on our 1899 brownstone tenant’s windows and metal door. Throughout…

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brooklyn72

in Roofers 11 years and 9 months ago

Heating in vestibule

We are changing our HVAC system and the mechanical engineer is recommending heating units in the garden and parlor vestibules. Is it common/needed to have…

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daroogle

in For Sale 11 years and 9 months ago

Door Hardware

I just listed a set of interior and exterior handles and push plates. They came off a pair of side-by-side exterior vestibule entry doors in…

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