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humboldt
in Lawyers and legal service 12 years and 8 months ago
Heating redux
I asked earlier in the week about a cheap-to-install heating system for a 500 sq ft commercial space. I only got 1 answer, which was…
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kachuri999
in Heating 12 years and 8 months ago
heating oil company rec's
We currently use Repco Fuel to deliver our heating oil. It’s been ok, but we’re not too thrilled (they’re pretty lax when a service issue…
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jfacciol
in Lawyers and legal service 12 years and 8 months ago
Paint Stripping
I am looking for recommendations for a paint stripper. Specifically, I want to get the cast iron railing and newel posts in front of my…
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babbo
in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 8 months ago
Adding Windows to Side of House
Hi good people of Brownstoner. I own a 3 story un-landmarked brick rowhouse that is attached on only one side, the open side is perpendicular…
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ihenderson
in Building Code 12 years and 8 months ago
Wood Flooring Water Damage
I live in a brownstone that has wood flooring on the ground level. A small section of it just recently started to buckle due to…
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lilireno
in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 8 months ago
Millworker to turn old joists into t+g flooring?
Greetings, Can anyone recommend someone to turn old brownstone joists into usable flooring material at a resonable price? We are removing all our joists and…
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skyblue3
in Appliances 12 years and 8 months ago
Selling 2 Friedrich Chill Air Conditioners
Selling 2 Friedrich Chill Air Conditioners. Like new – used for two months (August / September) in a brownstone duplex. Brackets included. See link http://www.friedrich.com/products/residential/window/chill.…
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ps158
in Agents and Brokers 12 years and 9 months ago
Kitchen Renovation Contractor Recommendation with Before and After Photo
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/507190d4ed64c-.jpg We’ve been meaning to write this post for some time, as we feel indebted to Brownstoner and fellow posters in helping us with all…
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babbo
in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 8 months ago
Adding Windows to Side of House
Hi good people of Brownstoner. I own a 3 story un-landmarked brick rowhouse that is attached on only one side, the open side is perpendicular…
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deancollins
in Architecture 12 years and 11 months ago
Am i being unreasonable?
Am i being unreasonable with my expectations that these architectural fees are out of whack? Basically we just purchased an adjoining studio in our building…
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krankyrocks
in Building Code 12 years and 8 months ago
no gas dryers in bathroom?
I am renovating and we are putting a washing machine and gas dryer in a bathroom. we just had athe plumbing inspection and were told…
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keith
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 8 months ago
looking for vintage molding
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50a8177f5a0fb-.jpg I am restoring my 1892 brownstone rowhouse in Bed/Stuy and I am missing a critical peice of “chair rail” molding, so I am putting…
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xchx
in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 8 months ago
Changing store to apartment
I’m thinking about buying a mixed use building on an avenue where the first floor right now is a vacant store. The zoning is r6a…
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ejalbk
in Electricians 12 years and 8 months ago
Non-AC Powered Emergency Lighting?
Our insurance company wants us to install emergency hall lighting in a 14 unit multi-family. So far we’ve been unable to find emergency lighting that…
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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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parkslopeman
in Electricians 12 years and 8 months ago
Antique Clawfoot Tub for Sale ($100)
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50a6e2b2ca5ee-.jpg White tub, Very unique large Gold feet, Black underside. Needs refinishing. No dents. 60″ Long, 24″ wide, 21 1/2″ deep (including feet), 15″ deep…
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parkslopeman
in Electricians 12 years and 8 months ago
Antique Clawfoot Tub for Sale ($100)
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50a6e2b2ca5ee-.jpg White tub, Very unique large Gold feet, Black underside. Needs refinishing. No dents. 60″ Long, 24″ wide, 21 1/2″ deep (including feet), 15″ deep…
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steam_man
in Heating 12 years and 8 months ago
What Hurricane Sandy could mean for your heat and hot water systems
What Hurricane Sandy could mean for your heat and hot water systems Hurricane Sandy has devastated many in our city and our prayers are…
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flipnbrooklyn
in Lawyers and legal service 12 years and 8 months ago
To sue or not to sue? That is the question. Misled on home purchase
Hi all, My wife and I are having a delimma right now whether to file a civil suit against the developer of our building. We…
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CRussen
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 9 months ago
Thinking of using Vanderbilt Design Build?
Don’t! They used to be Clinton Hill Design Build, and then became Vanderbilt Brownstones, Kitchens, and Baths. Now their new website and storefront reads “Vanderbilt…
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