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skeer126
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 4 months ago
Cornerstone where roof meets- PROBLEM
I am looking for someone who can seal the top of my cornerstone on my brownstone where the roof meets it. When i go up…
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bk4lyfe
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 4 months ago
Brownstoner Management
Hello–Can someone recommend a reasonably priced brownstone management company? I own a 2 family brownstone that I currently rent out because I am working out…
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malamu
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 4 months ago
Building management and check valve/gutter maintenance
Hi all…these are probably common topics. I searched a bit, but came up with a variety of entries that did not quite match. 1) Our…
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sirihanja
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 4 months ago
Architect of Macdonough block btw Malcom X and Patchen
Does anyone out there happen to know when/who built the row of brownstones on the MacDonough block btw Malcom X and Halsey on the even…
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sirihanja
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 4 months ago
Architect of Macdonough block btw Malcom X and Patchen
Does anyone out there happen to know when/who built the row of brownstones on the MacDonough block btw Malcom X and Halsey on the even…
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gardenerbk
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 4 months ago
Anyone redirected roof water to rainwater collection barrel in backyard?
We have had ongoing backup problems even after snaking the system several times per year, and they seem to happen after heavy rain. I’m wondering…
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gardenerbk
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 4 months ago
short term rental laws for owner-occupied houses in Brooklyn?
I’m trying to get to the bottom of what seems murky territory and appreciate any clarity. It looks like short term rental in vacant apartment…
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anonCH
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 4 months ago
Found in our fireplace - what was this one used for ?
We are trying to figure out what this fireplace was used for and if we can convert to wood burning. Behind the grate, we found…
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queen0diy
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 4 months ago
Hatch Closet Ladder
Anyone have recommendations on someone who can fabricate a metal ladder for my hatch closet so I can access my roof without performing acrobatics? I…
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parkslopemom
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 4 months ago
Residential Energy Tax Credits
Is anyone aware of any tax benefits for 2014 re: energy efficiency (roof/attic insulation, new windows, etc)? Did they all run out in 2012?
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skeer126
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 4 months ago
Cornerstone where roof meets- PROBLEM
I am looking for someone who can seal the top of my cornerstone on my brownstone where the roof meets it. When i go up…
0
malamu
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 4 months ago
Building management and check valve/gutter maintenance
Hi all…these are probably common topics. I searched a bit, but came up with a variety of entries that did not quite match. 1) Our…
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bob33
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 4 months ago
White original brownstone marble mantel for sale
Marble mantel with shelf for sale. Pick up Park Slope Approx. size 70?L x 49? H. Some cracks as indicated on photo. $750 Phone 917-907-1100
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bob33
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 4 months ago
White original brownstone marble mantel for sale
Marble mantel with shelf for sale. Pick up Park Slope Approx. size 70?L x 49? H. Some cracks as indicated on photo. $750 Phone 917-907-1100
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trupolo
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 4 months ago
Unwanted backyard guests
I have a vexing problem. I live in South Park Slope and my landlord owns a number of adjacent buildings and garages. My backyard currently…
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tsarina
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 4 months ago
deadbeat garage tenant
I have rented 1/2 of my garage to a neighbor who owns the building next to me for 10 years. Four years ago financial troubles…
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anonCH
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 4 months ago
Decorative molding full of cracks - how to repair
In our vestible we have beautiful decorative molding that is full of cracks. And we are on a super tight budget. How do we repair…
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anonCH
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 4 months ago
Decorative molding full of cracks - how to repair
In our vestible we have beautiful decorative molding that is full of cracks. And we are on a super tight budget. How do we repair…
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