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in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 10 months ago
Recommendation for a Contractor: Sherlock Homes
I would like to recommend Damian from Sherlock Homes Interior Corp. (sherlockhomesny@yahoo.com) for general contracting work and renovations. Damian, Ivan, and Jimmy did a great…
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sd
in Building Code 12 years and 10 months ago
Code for Deck Stairs Tread and Riser dimensions?
I’m looking for the latest NYC requirements for the tread and riser dimensions for an exterior staircase (for a deck). This is NOT officially a…
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dshnyc
in Insurance 12 years and 10 months ago
HOMEOWNER'S INSURANCE FOR BROOKLYN BROWNSTONE IN CARROLL GARDENS
PLEASE RECOMMEND HOMEOWNERS INSURANCE FOR A BROWNSTONE IN CARROLL GARDENS IN BROOKLYN, NY11231
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200line
in Cellar 12 years and 10 months ago
Excavating a crawlspace
We need to take about a foot of dirt out of part of our crawlspace to get better access to the far walls and need a recommendation…
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200line
in Cellar 12 years and 10 months ago
Excavating a crawlspace
We need to take about a foot of dirt out of part of our crawlspace to get better access to the far walls and need a recommendation…
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zucchini88
in Conversion 12 years and 10 months ago
Converting a single family to a 2-family
I am looking at a single family home in Brooklyn and may want to convert it to a 2-family home in the future. I know…
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suelinda
in Sidewalks 12 years and 10 months ago
I see sidewalks ground down to eliminate minor tripping hazards all over Brooklyn, but I cannot find any info on how to hire a guy with a grinder. Anyone have any experience?
**Sidewalk grinding/shaving**
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krinokin
in Masonry 12 years and 10 months ago
Clues about how to prevent/fix cracks in basement floor and general water issues
Just bought a renovated building in Red Hook 2 mos ago. The builder put in some 4 inches of “waterproof” cement to prevent flooding and…
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baker7771
in Utilities 12 years and 11 months ago
Unwarranted Water Bill Charges: Sometimes Crossing Your Fingers Isn't Enough
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/504f6ac970697-.png Disputing unwarranted water bill charges is an uphill battle. It takes more than having the facts on your side to win. We’ve helped hundreds…
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cobblehillbilly
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 12 years and 11 months ago
facade contractor recommendations needed
I need to have the facade of my house re-brownstoned – I’m on a landmarked block in Cobble Hill. I’ve gotten quotes from J.Mos and…
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kwolly
in Painters and Painting & Stripping 12 years and 10 months ago
Skim coating/Painting
We are looking for a recommendation for someone to paint and possibly skim coat a small two bedroom apartment in Brooklyn. Does anyone have someone…
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maxw
in Other 12 years and 10 months ago
Has anyone used Arborpolitan for tree removal?
I have an old tree in my brownstone garden that has to come out –it is dying–the wood would come through my kitchen and hall…
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ferney1c
in Building Code 12 years and 10 months ago
Certificate of Non Harassment Background check. They contacted one of our relatives!
It was my understanding that the inquiry period for a Certificate of Non Harassment is three years from the date of your filing the application. …
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satoriz
in Bars and Pubs 12 years and 10 months ago
Union Grounds
Wondering why there has not been any press on Union Grounds on Smith St. Not too shabby. Good food, decent prices. Nice place to cath…
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pigthree
in Heating 12 years and 10 months ago
Firewood share?
Having some firewood delivered to Brooklyn (Bed-stuy). Looking for anyone who might be interested in firewood to make the order larger (price goes down). …
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fillmanmike
in Plumbers and Plumbing 13 years and 4 months ago
Plumber
Hello there, I am looking for a good plumber…..any recs are appreciated.
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owlofminerva
in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 10 months ago
Redesigning bathrooms in a vintage/pre-war style
Hi Brownstoners. Long time lurker, first time poster here. My wife and I recently purchased a brownstone in Carroll Gardens. The previous owners thankfully left…
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littlelotte
in Mortgage 12 years and 10 months ago
Refi in small co-op building?
Anyone know a good broker with expertise in getting a refinance done in a small co-op building? (less than 10 units)
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bk_bstoner1
in General Contractors 13 years and 2 months ago
Plasterer/Sheetrocking recommendations?
Hi B’stoners, Just wondering if anyone had any recommendations of companies who could repair plaster damage due to electricial upgrade? i’m also considering just covering…
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