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ezilla
in Co-Op Related 13 years and 2 months ago
Where to dig up real estate info on local co-ops?
Long time Brooklyn resident but first time homebuyer here. Looking for some advice on the co-op buying process in the Slope/ Greenwood area. Went to…
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dj242
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
What are the building requirements (i.e., permit needed?) for installing a 4X6 wooden deck attached to a brownstone?
Is a Building permit required for Decks
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bklyngr77
in Garden 13 years and 2 months ago
Removal of Concrete & Install of Pavers
Can anyone recommend someone to remove a relatively small area of concrete from my backyard and install pavers? Thank you!
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bklyngr77
in Garden 13 years and 2 months ago
Removal of Concrete & Install of Pavers
Can anyone recommend someone to remove a relatively small area of concrete from my backyard and install pavers? Thank you!
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alexbklyn
in Chimney and Fireplace 13 years and 2 months ago
Odd smell from fireplace
Hi everyone, I just moved in to the top floor of an old brick townhouse. In our dining room there is an antique fireplace -…
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agrade
in Stores 13 years and 2 months ago
Retail Price for Square Foot on Vanderbilt Avenue - Prospect Heights
Hi Brownstoner Community, I am wondering if anyone could tell me what the going square foot rate is on Vanderbilt Avenue in Prospect Heights. Thinking…
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brooklynchic
in Cellar 13 years and 2 months ago
Permit
Is it necessary to get a permit to rip out the ceiling in the cellar? If no, Should a contractor be hired or is a…
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stephanie
in Building Code 13 years and 2 months ago
Don't know what kind of walls were removed
I am interested in an older 2-story, brick house. I happened to meet the owner before the OH. She mentioned that six years ago she…
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ProHeights66
in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 2 months ago
Radiators, Sinks, Tub, Toilet, Refrigerator -- FREE and almost free
The following are available for pick-up tomorrow (Tuesday) in Prospect Heights: –Green cast iron tub and matching green sink (50s vintage, good condition) — $50…
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dnk
in Flooring 13 years and 4 months ago
Replacing ruined hardwood floor
Hi all, I have a friend whose 3/4 inch maple floor (quartersawn planks) was ruined when she went on vacation and a pipe began to…
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rwood
in Fencing 13 years and 2 months ago
Ironworks vendor in the brooklyn/queens border
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fdb54566b7d6-.jpg Hi Brownstoner community, I need a rail in my entry so my toddler doesn’t fall off into the garage next door. Any one has…
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acmeanvil
in Building Code 13 years and 2 months ago
Decks and fire code
Hi All, We live on the top two floors of a townhouse, and the lower floor has a deck in the back (24’x12′) that is…
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MyGoodEye
in Mortgage 13 years and 2 months ago
MORTGAGE BROKER in or around Brooklyn that can work with Multi-Fam Primary Residence
In need of a good recommendation on a Mortgage Broker who is familiar with the NY market and multi-family/primary-residences in particular. My credit is good…
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deano
in Doors 13 years and 2 months ago
Phone number for Ted Harris?
Looking to call Ted Harris (who does door carpentry based out of Clinton Hill) but I dont have his card with me right now –…
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deano
in Doors 13 years and 2 months ago
Phone number for Ted Harris?
Looking to call Ted Harris (who does door carpentry based out of Clinton Hill) but I dont have his card with me right now –…
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stephanie
in Building Code 13 years and 2 months ago
Don't know what kind of walls were removed
I am interested in an older 2-story, brick house. I happened to meet the owner before the OH. She mentioned that six years ago she…
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handywoman
in General Contractors 13 years and 2 months ago
Handyman recommendation
If you need a great handyman, with license and insurance, I can highly recommend Ben Garcia. A plumber tore a few large jagged holes in…
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architerp
in Antiques 13 years and 2 months ago
Cast-Iron Sink for Sale $250 OBO
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fde61526774f-.jpg Beautiful cast-iron sink for sale. I’ve had it in my basement for over a year now just waiting to be installed. Now my wife…
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Mms2222
in Real Estate - Sales 13 years and 2 months ago
Is the co-op responsible to report problems in a sponsor's unit to potential buyers? Is the sponsor?
There is a one bedroom unit in my building that just went on the market by the sponsor that looks fine on the surface but…
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bedstuy06
in Antiques 13 years and 2 months ago
Antique Victorian Brick Set Range for Sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fd5092b9a6d7-.jpg Hello, We are selling this brick set range. It needs some restoration and is cracked in a few places. If interested, please call Tim…
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