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in Chimney and Fireplace 13 years and 9 months ago
fireplace making neighbors wall hot.
we have a newly lined chimney and flue. the firebox was lined with heat resistant bricks. the fireplace burns wood great with a good draw……..except..,…
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paspar2
in Heating 11 years and 9 months ago
heating an unfinished/unheated basement
I live in a 100+ year old foursquare. Its pretty well insulated (Walls, attic) and have new windows etc. The 2nd floor is typically warm…
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tsarina
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 9 months ago
How to patch crack between extension and building?
I have a large crack running from the top of the the two story extension halfway down the wall, where it meets the original building.…
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suzyf
in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years and 9 months ago
Doorbell connected to telephone system
Does anyone have a doorbell(or intercom) that is connected to the telephone system? We have an old (16 year old) Lucent Technology telephone system which…
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suzyf
in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years and 9 months ago
Doorbell connected to telephone system
Does anyone have a doorbell(or intercom) that is connected to the telephone system? We have an old (16 year old) Lucent Technology telephone system which…
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katarusa
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 9 months ago
please recommend hardwood flooring for wholesale prices
I need to order hardwood flooring ASAP, I have some places i was recommend but I want to see more. Any help would be appreciated
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paspar2
in Heating 11 years and 9 months ago
heating an unfinished/unheated basement
I live in a 100+ year old foursquare. Its pretty well insulated (Walls, attic) and have new windows etc. The 2nd floor is typically warm…
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M
in Plumbers and Plumbing 11 years and 11 months ago
Hot water in shower is not hot
I recently installed a Prestige Excellence condenser boiler in my duplex apartment. I am not getting hot water from the shower but it is only…
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samg
in Conversion 11 years and 10 months ago
Converting 2 family to 3 family in Williamsburgh
We have a 2 family house with the top floor rented out. I would like to redo the basement and rent it out as well.…
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backeast
in Plumbers and Plumbing 11 years and 9 months ago
No Water in Boiler Gauge Glass
I have one-pipe steam heat with a gas boiler. I flush the low water cutoff every week or so and usually add some water to…
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karolnyc
in Construction 11 years and 9 months ago
Do I need a contractor or a handyman?
We’re close to closing on a place which needs some work but nothing major. The biggest thing it needs is floor work (sanding and refinishing)…
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JenKG
in Driveways, Patios, Sidewalks and Steps 11 years and 9 months ago
Seeking container for Garbage Cans
My small apt building has something of a mess of metal garbage cans by its front door which are quite unsightly. I see other buildings…
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moby283
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 9 months ago
Brrr! Has anyone dealt with consistent heating issues beyond 311?
I’ve lived in a building in Bed-Stuy for the last year that could politely be described as “a total Monet”–it looks nice on the outside,…
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classon
in Masonry 11 years and 9 months ago
question for bedstuytownhouse
hi bedstuytownhouse, Could you post the contact info for the mason who re-did your stoop? I need similar work done and also live in the…
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eastview
in Expeditors 11 years and 11 months ago
Expeditor fees-16K?!
Hi We are looking to convert a 3 family house in Harlem to a 2 family. Our architect (whose fees are separate) put us in…
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brownies
in Plumbers and Plumbing 11 years and 9 months ago
Off-Gasing Radiator Paint
We rent an apartment in an old brownstone with steam heating. This the first winter we’ve cut on the radiator in the bedroom. It’s gotten…
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RHP
in Bath & Kitchen 11 years and 11 months ago
Share a slab of luce di luna quartzite
After much research I have decided to put a quartzite countertop onto an island in my newly renovated kitchen. I have found a slab from…
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brooklynandrea
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 10 months ago
Doors for Cellar arches
Hi there, We have a finished cellar that is attached to our condo in a brownstone. In the space behind the two brick arches there…
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