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renophyte
in For Sale 13 years and 9 months ago
Doors for Sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4ea8d5cb6b2a3-.jpg We will be renovating our house shortly and have four doors that don’t fit into our plans. Three are French doors (all need TLC)…
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landlord
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 13 years and 7 months ago
Brownstone facade repair
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4eeb63bdc6b86-.jpg Recently a piece of my building’s facade fell off. Its located at the top left window. Does anyone know of someone who can repair…
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pebblestones
in Plumbers and Plumbing 12 years and 2 months ago
Bluestones
Can anyone recommend a good place where I can purchase high-end, good quality bluestones? Thanks.
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elm_bk
in Garden 12 years and 2 months ago
plastic sheet covering my backyard
Hiya, We moved in to a house last summer, and now that we’re almost finished renovating, we’re hoping to use our backyard this year! We…
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tyronem
in DIY 12 years and 2 months ago
CityLift: $30,000 Available to homebuyers who already own homes?
Wells fargo and some not for profits have partnered to offer $30,000 to homebuyers buying in Brooklyn and the Bronx and $15,000 to those buying…
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equispe
in DIY 12 years and 2 months ago
FS: Louisville Fiberglass Extension Ladder 300 lb - Extended Height 40 ft $300 or BO
This is probably best for a construction company working on high buildings. We only used the ladder once, but I need to purchase a smaller…
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elm_bk
in Garden 12 years and 2 months ago
plastic sheet covering my backyard
Hiya, We moved in to a house last summer, and now that we’re almost finished renovating, we’re hoping to use our backyard this year! We…
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landlord
in Plumbers and Plumbing 12 years and 2 months ago
Looking for a Tankless gas water heater for a 6 family building.
I would like to replace the 75 gallon water heater with a tankless gas model. However, I am not sure they make one that can…
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radgirl
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 8 months ago
Plaster Ceiling Medallion + Molding Trim
Any idea where to buy Plaster Ceiling Medallion + Molding Trim in NYC or Brooklyn for restoring the ceilings of our brownstone building? I see…
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shash8
in Construction 12 years and 2 months ago
Where do I even start?? and how much will this cost?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/518b31c913d2a-.jpg I’ve recently bought an apt in a co-op building. The apt has a long wall that makes the livingroom a “room” and it has…
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chrisemma
in Doors 12 years and 2 months ago
front door repairs
Our metal and glass front door is in need of urgent repairs. Anyone knows a good contractor for that type of job? Thank you
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HouseDogger
in Construction 12 years and 2 months ago
Legal Advice on Construction Disputes
Can anyone recommend a good lawyer for construction disputes?
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lake
in Real Estate - General 12 years and 2 months ago
backyard turf?
Has anyone installed realistic looking sythetic turf in their backyard? The amount of watering required for grass is something that bothers me but I know…
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sharon121
in Fencing 12 years and 3 months ago
Fence Contractor and Fence Materials - Brooklyn
Hi! I’m looking to install a privacy fence in my yard. Fully attached house in Bklyn. About 40 feet on each side and about 17…
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hbranty
in Mortgage 12 years and 2 months ago
HELOC for Non-Owner Occupied 2 Family?
Has anyone recently qualified for a HELOC for Non-Owner Occupied 2 Family? If yes, which bank? We live out of state right now. Apparently that’s an…
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dvorak
in Mortgage 12 years and 2 months ago
DOB misfiling
Hi all, I am a long time reader but this is my first post. I am hoping that someone can help me out with this…
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HouseDogger
in Mortgage 12 years and 2 months ago
Window Repair
Can anyone recommend a good window repair company for landmarked brownstone? thank you
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Springs
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 12 years and 2 months ago
Do you need a permit to use a lift on a sidewalk? Facade / Cornice work
What is the policy from the Dept of transportation regarding the use of a lift on a sidewalk. We need to rent on to paint…
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