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bbmarket
in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 5 months ago
Stair Contractor?
I need a stair contractor for condo combination project. Have had little luck getting any kind of reply – anyone have suggestions here. Also -…
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bigmaq
in Home Entertainment Systems 13 years and 5 months ago
How is FIOS Installed in a Brownstone-type Building?
How is FIOS installed in a 2- or 3-family building? My current setup for Directv has all the cables going to boiler room in the…
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cjeanjot
in Plumbers and Plumbing 13 years and 5 months ago
Looking for a Baxi boiler specialist for annual inspection
Hi there, I’m looking for a good plumber/boiler specialist to inspect my baxi boiler. It is working fine but I just prefer to have this…
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sshalmiyev
in Energy Efficiency 13 years and 5 months ago
Handyman/Painter to get apartment ready for new tenants by December 1st
We have a two bedroom apartment that needs some small drywall patching, painting and other minor repairs. Two sheets of drywall and five gallons of…
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middlewest
in Plumbers and Plumbing 13 years and 5 months ago
Inspection Finds Leaking Roof?
I am in the process of purchasing a townhouse, and completed a pre-contract inspection which, among other things, found an actively leaking roof. The roof…
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GoodProspect
in Handymen and Odd Jobs 13 years and 5 months ago
Should I bring in a drain specialist?
We own a 4-family bldg in Prospect Heights. Some of the tenants have been complaining about slow drainage in their bathtubs, bathroom sinks and kitchen…
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hillel
in Other 14 years and 5 months ago
Humidifier
What is the best humidifier out there? I would need one for my 4 units building that has a large escavated basement. Something not too…
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o
in Lawyers and legal service 13 years and 5 months ago
Any recommendations on lawyers familiar with settlements with a condo sponsor
We are looking for any recommendation for a Lawyer or Law Firm that can help us recoup funds put into repair problems we had with…
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nancy sullivqn
in Demolition 13 years and 5 months ago
Dumpster use? A few basic questions
Questions about dumpster use… 1\. Any permit needed from NYC? DOB? 2\. Will this tip off the DOB in some way to request an inspection…
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owner12
in Bath & Kitchen 13 years and 5 months ago
Searching for Freestanding "egg" shaped bathtub
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50a3e0c7d6a01-.jpg Hello all, we’ve all heard stories of people buying new construction and gutting the existing brand new bathrooms and kitchens. We are hoping to…
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rassnd2
in Architecture 13 years and 5 months ago
Roof fence/guardrail question
Hi Everyone, I live in a 6 unit, walkup “brownstone” building. We used to have a white picket fence on our roof set a few…
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steveblake
in Architecture 13 years and 10 months ago
Harlem Architect
I purchased a central Harlem townhouse and am seeking an architect to prepare filing drawings for a gut renovation coversion of an SRO to a…
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tribalkarma
in Boiler Repair 13 years and 5 months ago
I'm looking for a good referenced person to repair or replace a gas fired furnace that is steam heat.
It is for my nephew who had his family home in Brooklyn (his great grandfather build) devastated by Sandy. He has no electric, heat, internet,…
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humboldt
in Heating 13 years and 5 months ago
Heating System
I’m renovating our ground floor 500 sq ft commercial space, which is currently completely raw. I’m looking for a heating system that is cheap to…
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morganpony68
in Electricians 13 years and 5 months ago
Generators
Anyone know if you are you allowed to have a generator in your brownstone in NYC? I really don’t want a gas (“petrol”) powered…
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7andfive
in Architecture 13 years and 8 months ago
Architect recommendations needed
My offer on a house was just accepted. Totally happy but also overwhelmed. The house needs a complete rehab, so I’ll be using a 203K…
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BrooklynLove
in Appraisals 13 years and 5 months ago
Sullivan County property appraiser
I am looking for a knowledgeable property appraiser in Sullivan County. Any recommendations?
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stella2009
in Decorative 13 years and 5 months ago
For sale: wall-to-wall 100% wool carpet (for those who would never consider carpet)
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50a28b7e6ae5f-.png Great for a bedroom or kids room: a very special high-end carpet (special order at VITRA showroom). Understated, very high quality 100% wool, the color is bluestone…
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stella2009
in Decorative 13 years and 5 months ago
For sale: wall-to-wall 100% wool carpet (for those who would never consider carpet)
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50a28b7e6ae5f-.png Great for a bedroom or kids room: a very special high-end carpet (special order at VITRA showroom). Understated, very high quality 100% wool, the color is bluestone…
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stella2009
in Energy Efficiency 13 years and 5 months ago
New Fisher & Paykel Top Load Electric Washer (Energy Star+)
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50a284ad956ee-.jpg Fisher & Paykel Ecosmart Top Load Washer (Energy Star), new in the original packaging. Purchased at AJ Madison ($550 + tax ) Selling for…
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