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kissiffer4
in Lawyers and legal service 13 years and 3 months ago
OASIS Building Size numbers wrong - Need some advice
Hi, I looked up our building on OASIS and our building size number is completely wrong. It has the following numbers: Lot Area:1,917 sq ft…
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yanks21
in Doors 13 years and 3 months ago
Trouble with entry double doors- suggestions?
We have old painted wood brownstone double doors for the front entry to our brownstone, pretty standard. When it rains or gets really humid,…
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mbw185
in Bath & Kitchen 13 years and 3 months ago
Feedback on Brooklyn Kitchen Gallery?
We are getting ready for the first phase of renovations of a brownstone/townhouse in WT that we are buying and the kitchen is up first.…
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lockey2k
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 3 months ago
Building Inspector/Engineer Recommendations
Please let me know if you have any recommendations for an affordable building inspector/engineer for a brownstone/building located in Harlem. Looking to inspect a building…
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megannyc
in Architecture 13 years and 4 months ago
Architect and General Contractor?
For a small renovation of an apartment (built-in cabinetry, some new lighting, new runtal heaters, new doors and baseboards, new closet work, total scope around…
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maxw
in General Contractors 13 years and 5 months ago
Contractor evaluation
Has anyone used Transcend Construction?j What was your experience?
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bkk
in Construction 13 years and 3 months ago
Removing a Parlor Floor Wall
I have read a couple good posts in the archives on this subject but I thought I would get some more input from everyone. We…
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xistent
in Real Estate - Rentals 13 years and 3 months ago
Reasonable Increase In Rent
I have a great condo that I began renting out last summer in williamsburg after moving into Brownstone Brooklyn. It rented easily and now that…
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SewardWasRight
in Doors & Windows 13 years and 3 months ago
Stained Glass Windows/Transoms
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fba57f06bd04-.jpg Hi all, Can anyone tell me where I can find old stained glass windows (in its sash/frame) locally? I need a particular size that will…
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carollann
in Property Management 13 years and 7 months ago
One-time condo fees?
My newly formed condo board is about to embark on a one-time expense to hire an inspector/enginer, and there’s been some debate about how we…
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mysteriousbrunette
in Electricians 13 years and 4 months ago
Electrical
I need a licensed electrician. We want to convert 110 to 220.
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needmtg
in Construction 13 years and 3 months ago
Who Does Concrete Demo
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fba93f9bb4e3-.jpg I’d like to demolish the concrete porch (using the word lightly) shown behind the spiral, it’s about 16×6 and has plenty of rebar. Any…
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callalily
in Plumbers and Plumbing 13 years and 3 months ago
Seeking plumber to replace main sewer and vent stack
Hi all — We are looking for a licensed plumber to replace the mostly vertical main waste line and vent that runs from the cellar…
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greencat
in Bath & Kitchen 13 years and 3 months ago
Cheap, but nice looking kitchen suggestions?
Hello- I am looking for an alternative to the cheap compressed wood bases, cabinets that we usually pick up from the Chinese-run places around Myrtle…
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starfish11040
in Property Management 13 years and 3 months ago
Problem with neighbor. How should I handle it?
I own a brownstone on a block in Park Slope which slopes down from the Park. When it rains hard, water flows down from one…
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anonymous
in Chimney and Fireplace 13 years and 3 months ago
Fireplace questions
We are considering having some of our fireplaces repaired so that they will work. A couple of questions: Does anyone have experience with renting out…
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robjoubert
in Utilities 13 years and 3 months ago
Brooklyn Utilities needed for a new residence
Hi everyone, Thanks for all the help on my previous question (which areas in Brooklyn….) – but now I have more questions!!!! We have…
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kxz196
in Planning-Feasibility, Land Use, Zoning 13 years and 3 months ago
HPD and DHCR
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fa52b3ee5da7-.jpg I have been investing in Brooklyn real estate for years. A lot of fix and flips. There is always new situations that offer much…
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