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bkmn
in Environmental and Green Design 13 years and 4 months ago
Looking for budget friendly designer or architect
We have a 15 ft wide apartment on the bottom 2 floors of our house. We need someone who can coordinate and design the renovation,…
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ejalbk
in Elevators 13 years and 4 months ago
Any Amazing Vinyl Tiles?
We have an elevator with vinyl tiles on the cabin floor. They are actually very nice, but they are probably 40+ years old and are…
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anotherposter
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 4 months ago
How much value will changes make
We’re considering several projects on our home and I wanted talk to a professional of some sort to get an opinion on what portion of…
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brownieinhk
in Fencing 13 years and 4 months ago
Fencing dilemma
Hi everyone, We are trying to figure out what to do with our backyard fencing issue. Our neighbors on either side have erected substantial vinyl…
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brainstormer
in Quality of Life 13 years and 4 months ago
Skateboarders on Putnam
Hi I am wondering if anyone else is bothered by the skateboarders on Putnam Avenue. 144 Putnam transformed its back yard into a skate board…
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brklynj
in Garden 13 years and 4 months ago
Tree Service
Could someone give me some Tree Sevice recommendations. I have Family Tree Service already. Need a second opinion. Urban Arborist is backed up and cannot…
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mystiky
in Tile 13 years and 4 months ago
Need help in fixing the grout in the kitchen floor
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f832c300be52-.jpg I need some advice in how to go about fixing my ongoing “dissapearing grout” issue in the kitchen floor. To make the story short,…
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guikazoid
in Garden 13 years and 4 months ago
Emerald Green Arborvitae (backyard plants)
Where can I find 8-10 foot emerald greens in NYC, preferably Brooklyn? or a plant similar to the emerald green? I need about 8 of…
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nintzk
in DIY 13 years and 4 months ago
Where is the best place to buy for bathrooms?
Does anyone have suggestions on the best place to buy bathroom fixtures, tile, etc.? Home Depot prices are ok, but I’m guessing there are probably cheaper places…
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alexanderposell
in Heating 13 years and 4 months ago
Baxi heater examination / repair?
Hi all. I have a Baxi heater in my condo that I suspect was installed poorly and/or improperly. Could anyone recommend someone to come take…
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pjq2001columbia
in About Brooklyn 13 years and 4 months ago
Experience with Bike Lane Safety Issues?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f832a08327a2-.gif Up until recently, I lived a stone-throw away from the Prospect Park bike lane. I am now writing an article about bike lanes in…
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jstsrfn
in Landlord 13 years and 4 months ago
How much to increase rent? And how to document it?
Are there any regulations guiding rent increases in a 2 family home (as in, not rent stabilized or rent controlled)? Are we subject to the…
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aperson
in Garden Design and Maintenance 13 years and 4 months ago
Garden help
We are looking for a gardener/landscape designer to help us redo our concrete backyard. Any suggestions?
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brooklynhouselove
in Exteriors 13 years and 4 months ago
Historical Restoration of My Frame House
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f7f8e2ed85e3-processed-httpiimgurcomlKQappng.png I am looking to restore the look of my frame house by replacing the vinyl siding with wood (or hardie board) and adding cornices…
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jackdavis100
in Real Estate - Rentals 13 years and 4 months ago
Lease ending - get the carpets cleaned professionally?
Hello Brownstoners My lease expires this month and I plan on leaving the premises as clean as I can. That said, my not-so-friendly landlord sent…
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gpoint
in Boiler Repair 13 years and 4 months ago
Boiler Violation
Recently pruchased 2 family building with a DOB boiler violation. The seller had the violation dismissed recently after the sale to us, but will the…
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pjq2001columbia
in About Brooklyn 13 years and 4 months ago
Experience with Bike Lane Safety Issues?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f832a08327a2-.gif Up until recently, I lived a stone-throw away from the Prospect Park bike lane. I am now writing an article about bike lanes in…
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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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