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mcll
in Electricians 12 years and 8 months ago
looking for a good reliable electricain
Like most brownstone owners we have a mix of old and new wiring in our house. we have been having some electrical issues and we…
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demetriayvonne
in Taxes 12 years and 8 months ago
Capital Improvement
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50b638fa75cee-.jpg Good morning, I received a phone call from a consulting company who is working for a client, Related Mgmt., that we have a…
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stickerhappy
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 8 months ago
Rehabbing my scary understoop dungeon
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50b4f7d61c705-.jpg The vestibule underneath my stoop is a mess. The wall (cementious coating?) over brick (in photo) is cracking- possibly from moisture getting in. …
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jackdavis100
in Insurance 12 years and 8 months ago
General Liability and Workman's comp
My co-op needs general liability and workmans comp and they want themselves to be put as additional insureds. The contractor says it’s $3000.00 extra to…
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oncewas
in Masonry 12 years and 9 months ago
Recommendation for someone who makes plaster crown molding?
My original crown molding was destroyed in flood (unrelated to Sandy!) and I will need someone who can replicate the crown molding in my home. …
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radgirl
in Electricians 12 years and 8 months ago
Looking for an Electrician
hey, Just moved into a new house and need to some electric work done. Looking for some recommendations for a licenced, reliable and affordable electrician.…
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snarkolepctic
in Real Estate - Rentals 12 years and 8 months ago
Short term rentals vs. long term?
The rental unit in our house is almost ready and I am weighing the pros and cons of doing a furnished short term rental on AirBNB…
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crownheights2012
in Lawyers and legal service 12 years and 8 months ago
Title search - Brooklyn property
How can I do title searches on my own (I am looking at properties in Brooklyn) ? Is looking at ACRIS or Realtytrac sufficent to…
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tanner
in Lawyers and legal service 12 years and 8 months ago
Advice re: Condo construction next door to my 150+ yr old carriage house
I am desperately seeking advice. The 33000 sq ft lot (FAR 2, so available for 66000 sq ft bldg) next door to my carriage house…
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TSN123
in Mortgage 12 years and 8 months ago
Mortgage Lender Recommendations
I’m looking to refinance our house on St Marks Place between 3/4th Ave. Can anyone give me recommendations for lenders / brokers. I’ve read numerous…
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nmh
in Construction 12 years and 8 months ago
Has anyone used All Borough Construction of NYC?
We are considering using them for a facade replacement on a brownstone and are wondering about anyone’s experiences good or bad. Thanks!
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crownrenovation
in Electricians 12 years and 8 months ago
Do I really need to replace electric and plumbing??
I know what everyone says, do it once and do it right but do I really need to replace the electric in the entire house?…
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drako
in Alarm 12 years and 8 months ago
Anyone have a good Alarm Contractor who works on DSC equipment?
Hi, my alarm guy passed away and the guy who took over is not answering calls or coming to do a job. I’m looking to…
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drako
in Alarm 12 years and 8 months ago
Anyone have a good Alarm Contractor who works on DSC equipment?
Hi, my alarm guy passed away and the guy who took over is not answering calls or coming to do a job. I’m looking to…
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yoomit
in Heating 12 years and 8 months ago
need heating specialist reco
can anyone recommend a heating specialist in brooklyn. i’ve seen the ones in the directory on this site…i’m sure they’re great, but their pricing is…
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TSN123
in Mortgage 12 years and 8 months ago
Mortgage Lender Recommendations
I’m looking to refinance our house on St Marks Place between 3/4th Ave. Can anyone give me recommendations for lenders / brokers. I’ve read numerous…
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Philly11201
in Heating 12 years and 8 months ago
Radiant Heat Service.
Hello, Can anyone recommended someone to service a Warmboard radiant heat system? It was installed about two years ago and in spite of my best…
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oncewas
in Decorative 12 years and 8 months ago
Advice on White paint color for trim
Hi – I am painting my parlor floor atrium white, which is a slightly pinkish white. I am looking for advice on what (semi-gloss) white…
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