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masterbuilder
in Masonry 12 years and 4 months ago
JOISTS, PLANKS NEED NEW HOME
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/51474c1472ac3-.jpg We have salvaged about 30 20′ long joists and numerous SF of (distressed) plank flooring from a Brooklyn Brownstone. It can all be repurposed…
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anon200
in Heating 13 years and 6 months ago
Heating timer controls repair/replace?
Our heating contractor just recommended that we replace our timer controls, as they’ve been on the fritz and he says they only have a 10-year…
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annep
in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 4 months ago
Beautiful antique ceramic double sink with legs and porcelain covers for sale - $350
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/5148bc50b2fda-.jpg I love this sink but it doesn’t fit in my new place… it came from a house in CT and is in great shape.…
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annep
in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 4 months ago
Beautiful antique ceramic double sink with legs and porcelain covers for sale - $350
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/5148bc50b2fda-.jpg I love this sink but it doesn’t fit in my new place… it came from a house in CT and is in great shape.…
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ltella534msn
in Flooring 12 years and 4 months ago
Are you in need of hardwood floating floors?
I purchase over 80 boxes of Home Legend hardwood floating floors from Home Depot to use in my space. I decided to go with ceramic…
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M
in Carpenters and Woodworkers 12 years and 11 months ago
Handyman to patch holes
Looking for someone to patch some holes in the wall. Some holes are already filled but need some work ( tape, plaster and be flush…
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Bigplans
in Carpenters and Woodworkers 13 years and 1 month ago
Renovation/construction
So grateful to Gregg Resnick of Alllied Arborcraft Corp, (RenovateNY.com) for completing an entire gut reno of my Brownstone on 6th Avenue. I scanned…
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riinehart
in Other 12 years and 4 months ago
Get a structural engineer before nearby condo heavy drilling begins?
Hi all, any thoughts on this appreciated: We just bought a 3-family house and there is a 7-story condo set to be built directly…
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tjbk
in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 4 months ago
Renovating a 1300 sq ft Coop
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/51454a1105ecf-.jpg Hi Brownstoners, We have been an avid viewer of the site since I found out about it six months ago. Upon going into contract…
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sairg
in Masonry 12 years and 4 months ago
replacing outside steps
we currently have wooden steps, and are looking for contractor/mason recommendations to remove these steps and replace them with brick and concrete steps. any suggestions…
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sarla
in Roofers 12 years and 10 months ago
Ceiling in Bathroom Dripping
Hi, I’m one year into owning a fully renovated brownstone in Bed Stuy. The roof and all plumbing was brand new upon move-in. In the…
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sverkat
in Lighting 12 years and 5 months ago
Property management companies
Does anyone know of a good property management company that can comfortably handle about 400 high end apartments? Brooklyn location.
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bkk
in Building Code 12 years and 4 months ago
Minimum Dimensions for "Boiler Room"
I would like to close off my forced air furnace and hot water heater in a separate room so I can use the surrounding area…
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deancollins
in Accounting 12 years and 4 months ago
Annual accounting costs?
I was hoping other people on the list might be able to answer a question. How much are you paying to the accountant to file…
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DouglasAlan
in Masonry 12 years and 4 months ago
Superficial masonry for exposed brick fireplace - cost?
I’ve exposed a couple of brick fireplaces in my townhouse, and they look a little grungy. I’d just like to have some basic remortaring, or…
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DouglasAlan
in Masonry 12 years and 4 months ago
Superficial masonry for exposed brick fireplace - cost?
I’ve exposed a couple of brick fireplaces in my townhouse, and they look a little grungy. I’d just like to have some basic remortaring, or…
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ejalbk
in Mortgage 12 years and 4 months ago
10% FNMA Rule?
I manage a 16 unit co-op. Several of the owners have their units under contract for over two months because an issue has come up…
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masterbuilder
in Masonry 12 years and 4 months ago
JOISTS, PLANKS NEED NEW HOME
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/51474c1472ac3-.jpg We have salvaged about 30 20′ long joists and numerous SF of (distressed) plank flooring from a Brooklyn Brownstone. It can all be repurposed…
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