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dahlanddane

in Decorative 13 years and 2 months ago

Seeking: Mold Maker and Reproducer of Plaster Frieze

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4faad8d33b899-processed-httpmediatumblrcomtumblr_m0h88eBZXQ1qhzttljpg.jpg Looking forsomeone who can make a mold and cast reproductions of the frieze in attached image. Original frieze to be reproduced is on the…

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Updated 12 years and 4 months ago

terryhoppy

in Building Code 12 years and 4 months ago

outdoor shed

i would like to re-build the outside shed attached to my brownstone located in the backyard. Any recommendations who does this type of work.  The…

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guikazoid

in Building Code 12 years and 4 months ago

Mortgage payment options (Weekly, Bi-weekly, Semi-monthly, Monthly)

Our new mortgage company is offering different mortgage payment options.  Monthly, Bi-weekly, Semi-monthly and Weekly.  None of the options are associated with any fees.  What…

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emilyfrances

in Building Code 12 years and 4 months ago

Prospect Mortgage

Hey Folks – Has anyone worked with Prospect Mortgage?  If so, what were your experiences?  We had a fallout with Bank of America and are…

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burkhop

in Building Code 12 years and 4 months ago

Do we need a C of O for landmarked building?

We live in a landmarked Brownstone in Prospect Lefferts. Out of curiosity I searched the Dept of Building site and it says there is no…

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jeanmarine2

in Permits 12 years and 4 months ago

Permit and kitchen/deck job

For a homeowner who has permit approval for a kitchen and deck job, but the permit hasn’t been pulled yet:  is there any reason why…

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Updated 12 years and 4 months ago

rd684

in Planning-Feasibility, Land Use, Zoning 12 years and 4 months ago

Removing Verizon feeder cable attached to my bldg.

I’m building an extension and need a thick Verizon feeder cable removed from my bldg.,   The cable runs across the width of my bldg.,…

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jeanmarine2

in Planning-Feasibility, Land Use, Zoning 12 years and 4 months ago

Looking for general contractor specializing in steel decks but who does kitchens

Any suggestions?  (Also could just be someone who has done plenty of steel decks/terraces but also does kitchen work.)  I have had a few good…

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ITWorks

in Landmarks 12 years and 4 months ago

Annoying Neighbors Dept.- Exterior lighting in landmarked neighborhood

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/5138c04e56a11-.jpg Our next door neighbors have just completed their facade and front porch rennovation in landmarked CH.  Looks good, happy for them (and us by…

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secondmonkey

in Fire 12 years and 4 months ago

Re-asking a question (but this time with photos)

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/51364c399842d-processed-httpcdnbrownstonercom51192a0130157-processed-IMG_2606jpg.jpg I posed this question – http://forum.brownstoner.com/question/E2aJdWSreWo=/what-is-the-purpose-of-the-long-metal-rod-extending-out-from-my-fire-escape – a while ago and @ben-gazi and @timber were kind enough to suggest an answer, but in a follow-up…

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Updated 12 years and 4 months ago

bkmashup

in Building Code 12 years and 4 months ago

renovating bathroom -

i want to remodel my master bath that currently has a stand up shower and a bathtub. i want to enlarge the shower and remove…

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Updated 12 years and 4 months ago

gardenchill

in Building Code 12 years and 4 months ago

Bergen Bagel

Does anyone have an idea when Bergen Bagel on Washington/Fulton is going to open? It looks close but it has taken a really long time.

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Updated 12 years and 4 months ago

gmunyhuny

in About Brooklyn 12 years and 4 months ago

The area just north of Brooklyn College to raise a family.

Hi, My wife found a listing for a home just north of the college.  I believe it is Ditmas Park, but Ive been told its…

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helloworld

in Heating and Cooling 12 years and 4 months ago

McQuay PTAC repair or replacement

I have a McQuay PTAC (pdns model with hydronic heat) that is 5+ years old and needs a new compressor.  The few companies that I’ve called…

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Updated 12 years and 4 months ago

bkmashup

in Building Code 12 years and 4 months ago

renovating bathroom -

i want to remodel my master bath that currently has a stand up shower and a bathtub. i want to enlarge the shower and remove…

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gardenchill

in Building Code 12 years and 4 months ago

Bergen Bagel

Does anyone have an idea when Bergen Bagel on Washington/Fulton is going to open? It looks close but it has taken a really long time.

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deancollins

in Taxes 12 years and 4 months ago

Fake decking with Trex

Has anyone here had Trex installed on their deck? What do you think of it? how long ago did you have it installed? – http://www.trex.com/plan/products/decking/accents/index.htm We’re thinking…

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Updated 12 years and 4 months ago

elm_bk

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 4 months ago

architects fees - for bidding/visits before hired?

Hi, Is it customary to be charged hours spent by an architect who you do go on to hire for their visiting the site, bidding…

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Updated 12 years and 4 months ago

ivy

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 4 months ago

Kitchen Reno - Galley Layout Small Space

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/51375e41f19eb-.png Hello, We are purchasing a townhouse with a galley kitchen are a hoping to do some work to open the kitchen area and allow…

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mamalove

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 4 months ago

Cutting directly on butcher block countertops?

We’re renovating a kitchen (a whole house, really) and love the idea of putting butcher block on just our island that we could cut directly…

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