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milkshake
in Building Code 12 years and 4 months ago
Bathrooms vent to furnace closet?
Is there any chance this meets code? The bathroom vents in the condo we are renting (built in 2008) weren’t doing much, and after a…
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carlyfreedom
in General Contractors 12 years and 4 months ago
ISO HVAC contractor to vent laundry room for dryer.
I’m looking for a contravor (HVAC, I think?) to vent our laundry room for a dryer. Any recs appreciated. Thanks!
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downsizer
in Architecture 12 years and 4 months ago
Downsizing and need architect with experience in planning small (600 sq ft) studio pied a terre
Am planning to downsize to a 600 sq ft studio (parlor floor front) to be used as a pied a terre. Architect needed to work…
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webby1000
in Energy Efficiency 12 years and 4 months ago
Electric PLP Skyrockets during the winter
My electricity costs for my 3 family absolutely skyrocket during winter months, from about $90 a month to $400 a month. Each apartment has its…
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gardenchill
in Garden 12 years and 4 months ago
Time Warner vs. Cablevision
I’m considering leaving Time Warner and going to Cablevision for their triple play. Anyone have any insight regarding service, etc? Thanks.
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pepinohill
in Alarm 12 years and 4 months ago
Backyard Safety: How to burglar-proof the backyard
We have a garden rental that was burglarized. We’ve since updated the locks and our tenants have now activated their alarm. The police officers mentioned…
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jfox18
in Building Code 12 years and 4 months ago
Question regarding "change of egress" and new C of O???
I am purchasing a single-family zoned R5 – the front entry door sits between two windows (one on either side). We are considering moving the…
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butterfingers
in Energy Efficiency 12 years and 4 months ago
Solar hot water heater experiences?
I am starting to explore the idea of installing a solar hot water heaters for our 2 family townhouse, and I would like to appeal…
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Landlord1
in Handymen and Odd Jobs 12 years and 4 months ago
Picture Hanger specialist to secure my paintings needed
I live in Park Slope. I have 4 kids including one toddler and one infant and would need somebody to check and secure if needed…
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guikazoid
in Quality of Life 12 years and 4 months ago
Bed Stuy Inquiry (Mother Gaston Blvd and Hull St)
Hello, I am not too familiar with Bed Stuy but would like others opinion on Mother Gaston Blvd and Hull St. How safe is the area?…
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ejalbk
in Exteriors 12 years and 4 months ago
Caulking Lintels?
We have water coming into the area above the windows in one apartment. At some point the outside lintel was caulked but there are gaps…
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flipnbrooklyn
in Mortgage 12 years and 4 months ago
Refinancing while HOA litigation about to be filed against builder
Hi all, I am a bit of a dilemma right now. I am currently looking to refinance my mortgage from a FHA to traditional loan…
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honeycut
in Demolition 12 years and 4 months ago
Archaeology of a house - what are these?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/513bcc165bcdd-.jpg Hi, we’re at the stage in our reno where we’re removing the plaster and lathe – and hidden behind the plaster in between the…
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andersoncm
in Co-Op Related 12 years and 4 months ago
Property Management
Hi- I am looking for an excellent yet affordable company to manage my small co-op. Does anyone have a company to recommend? Or, the converse,…
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shueston
in Handymen and Odd Jobs 13 years and 3 months ago
Blinds need to be installed - references?
I ordered custom wood Levelor blinds from Lowe’s. I did the measurements, and they were delivered to my apt. When I returned to Lowe’s to…
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FranklinMrShanklin
in Doors & Windows 14 years ago
Recommendation for maker/installer of blinds?
Want to learn about the options of wooden blinds available, and someone to make/install them. Dont think we’ll necessarily need custom made, but not sure. …
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flipnbrooklyn
in Mortgage 12 years and 4 months ago
Refinancing while HOA litigation about to be filed against builder
Hi all, I am a bit of a dilemma right now. I am currently looking to refinance my mortgage from a FHA to traditional loan…
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RitaM
in Architecture 12 years and 4 months ago
Need help getting started on first reno - do I need architect or designer first?
Hi – looking to start my first renovation project – a complete gut reno of a 1950s style kitchen, add door to backyard, add half…
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mhassell
in Building Code 12 years and 4 months ago
How do I get someone from Department of Buildings to show up?
I am a tenant in a building where there are numerous current violations, with 6 open complaints with the DOB. Most of these are priority…
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ejalbk
in Real Estate - Rentals 12 years and 10 months ago
Best Website(s) for Landlord to Locate Quality Tenant?
Craigslist is infamous for fake, incomplete, and misleading apartment listings that rightfully annoy apartment hunters (many of these are placed by brokers). On the other…
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