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lisainbrooklyn
in Interior Decorators and Designers 12 years and 4 months ago
Design, Build, and Install a Comprehensive Wall Unit with Desk and Storage Recommendations???
We are new to the neighborhood as well as this site. It is such an amazing resource but as a newcomer, I find the directory…
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customrenonyc
in Interior Decorators and Designers 12 years and 4 months ago
Barter for Contractor Services
I am a licensed contractor and high-end furniture designer. I have done numerous renovations, restorations, cabinetry, furniture projects throughout the city. I have worked on…
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customrenonyc
in Interior Decorators and Designers 12 years and 4 months ago
Barter for Contractor Services
I am a licensed contractor and high-end furniture designer. I have done numerous renovations, restorations, cabinetry, furniture projects throughout the city. I have worked on…
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jfox18
in Architecture 12 years and 4 months ago
Exposing wood beams / sprinkler requirements
Does anybody know whether you are required to sprinkler a single-family home if you choose to expose the structural wood beams? Sub-question — we are…
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windsor
in Architecture 12 years and 4 months ago
Water seeping into basement
Long time listener, first time caller. We have renovated our basement (partially above grade). Before we renovated, some water had been seeping in the back…
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rrmwzsxyjntpaloh
in Plumbers and Plumbing 12 years and 4 months ago
disconnect gas dryer
I need someone to disconnect a gas dryer asap. Suggestions for someone reasonable and quick would be appreciated.
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Gobbaloon
in Pest Control 12 years and 5 months ago
oh Rats!
Does anyone have a great exterminator for a rat problem? We’ve had rats in the ceiling of our basement rec room. Our exterminator seems good…
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mousta
in Carpenters and Woodworkers 12 years and 4 months ago
Need a new staircase for my cellar
Anyone have a good staircase person that can replace a very basic wooden staircase down to the cellar. It’s 10 steps. I do want a…
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funkygh
in Brownstoner 12 years and 4 months ago
burnham oil boiler for sale
I have a burnham V8 series boiler with a beckett burner and a john wood hot water storage tank that I’m taking out of my…
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henrybee
in Landlord 12 years and 4 months ago
tenant breaking lease
a tenant of 3 years standing with whom I have had an excellent relationship is breaking the lease. He is refusing to sign a termination…
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brownman
in Demolition 12 years and 4 months ago
Wood Siding Demo
I have a fully detached wood frame 3 story home that I would like to have the clapboard and shingle siding stripped off. does anyone…
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brownman
in Demolition 12 years and 4 months ago
Wood Siding Demo
I have a fully detached wood frame 3 story home that I would like to have the clapboard and shingle siding stripped off. does anyone…
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Lobo
in Electricians 12 years and 4 months ago
Electrician for Consulting (active or retired)
Does anyone know any good electricians that do consulting work either on the side or maybe even a retired electrician that provides some advisory services?…
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MrHancock
in Real Estate - Sales 12 years and 4 months ago
341 Hancock st Open house 3/24
Anyone go to the open house at 341 Hancock st? What was the turn out / your impressions of the house?
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7andfive
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 4 months ago
203K and construction projects- Meetup?
Quite a few people have contacted me about the 203K process. Seems to be a lot of us either about the start the process and…
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dancingirl
in Doors & Windows 12 years and 4 months ago
Restoring old windows
Has anyone restored their old windows instead of replacing them? and who did you use? thanks!
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chrisemma
in Landlord 12 years and 4 months ago
I am looking for an exterminator to do a chemical termite barrier. Any recommendation? Location in Carroll Gardens. Thanks
Termite barrier
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stayathomedad1
in Roofers 13 years and 1 month ago
Has anyone used Rest Assured Roofing? Are they any good? What's been your experience?
I need information about this roofer before I let themdo work.
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nancy sullivqn
in Heating and Cooling 12 years and 5 months ago
new concrete slab- how to give floor a smooth finished look?
Hello, I’m pouring a new concrete slab in my basement. It will be a finished basement (bedrooms) with radiant heat in the slab. I’m exploring…
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