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devineopine
in Painters and Painting & Stripping 13 years and 4 months ago
Stripping/Painting over lead paint
Hi all, I am in the midst of looking to buy a 2bed, 2bath pre-war apartment, but I’m not in a position to do a…
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jlindy
in Construction 13 years and 4 months ago
Renovation recommendation - The Tinker's Wagon
We had just purchased a 2BR apartment that had a decade earlier been converted to one large bedroom, and needed to convert it back to…
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jeanmarine2
in Architecture 13 years and 4 months ago
Renovation costs - second opinion?
I’d love some feedback on how people have handled conflicting feedback from professionals as to how much a house renovation will cost and what the…
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cstanger
in Family and Parenting 13 years and 4 months ago
Nanny + twins + stairs
Hi everyone, My wife and I are expecting twins and, as a result, need to upgrade to a 2BR apartment. Logistically, an elevator building is…
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housepoor
in Bath & Kitchen 13 years and 4 months ago
Kitchen Cabinet Refacing
Can anyone suggest who does a good job with kitchen cabinet refacing? I know Home Depot does this. Has anyone used them? It is small…
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jeanmarine2
in Architecture 13 years and 4 months ago
Architects and pricing - question
I’d love advice on how to hire an architect as I’m really stumped. This is for a deck and kitchen. I’ve gotten quotes that are…
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brklynj
in Doors & Windows 13 years and 4 months ago
Replacement Windows for Wood Frame House
Would love manufacturer input on replacing all the windows on our woodframe rowhouse. Full inside renovation as well as replacing the siding. Double-Hung with clad…
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JMT
in For Sale 13 years and 5 months ago
Free approx. 75 sq. feet old 1.5 inch oak strip flooring
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f4f69f1964a3-.jpg Free to pick up in Greenpoint approx. 75 sq. feet of 1 1/2 inch wide 5/16 thick oak strip flooring (type that is usually…
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chanel
in Boiler Repair 13 years and 4 months ago
Boiler Issues in a 'New Condo'-How to fix
Hi there, So, I just got an apartment style condo in Prospect Heights. Unfortunately, the heating system is not working properly. It never reaches the…
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Nilso
in Doors & Windows 13 years and 11 months ago
Wood Window Restoration
Am looking for recommendations for wood window restoration. There are a few people I have contacted, yet nobody appears to be interested in the job. Thank you…
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mbw185
in Building Code 13 years and 4 months ago
former 2 family with english basement
We are looking to buy a 1901 brick building that is listed as a B1-2 family by DOF (no CofO) in Broklyn. The current configuration…
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jeanmarine2
in Architecture 13 years and 4 months ago
Architects and pricing - question
I’d love advice on how to hire an architect as I’m really stumped. This is for a deck and kitchen. I’ve gotten quotes that are…
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jeanmarine2
in Architecture 13 years and 4 months ago
Renovation costs - second opinion?
I’d love some feedback on how people have handled conflicting feedback from professionals as to how much a house renovation will cost and what the…
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bklynpwds
in Doors & Windows 13 years and 4 months ago
Shutter Pocket Restoration Help
Our house had shutter pockets but unfortunately no shutters. We recently had historically accurate shutters made but are having trouble figuring out how the shutters…
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ptlnyc
in Painters and Painting & Stripping 13 years and 4 months ago
Painter/Plasterer/Sheetrock recommendation-Roberto Mejia
Hi Brownstoners. I just had A/C put in my townhouse-what a nightmare-so needed to hire a painter/plaster who could handle a huge job and work…
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evesieg
in Landlord 13 years and 4 months ago
artist studio tenant problems
I am an artist who currently sublets another art studio on a month to month lease in a commerical building. My tenant has not…
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park_slope_boy
in Insurance 13 years and 4 months ago
Need building insurance for 4-unit condo building?
We are a brand new 4 unit condo building. Each of the condos are insured with a normal homeowner’s insurance. Do we still need…
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comino
in Real Estate - Sales 13 years and 4 months ago
investment purchase
Hello Everyone, i am looking to buy a multi-family brownstone/townhouse in brooklyn with a budget around 975K, would love a house with a ton of…
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