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likemike
in Electricians 13 years and 5 months ago
Should I ask electrician for insurance info? Same as contractor?
So I understand if you hire a contractor to do work in your property you are supposed to get his insurance info in case things…
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Javi80
in Appliances 13 years and 9 months ago
rental range hood
We are about to move into a new construction condo rental. The one issue, the kitchen lacks a hood over the stove. There is nothing…
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pswannabe
in Appliances 13 years and 5 months ago
Best choice for gas range
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f439f3d721a2-.jpg I’m renovating a small kitchen and just realized that I would really prefer a counter-depth range (because the range is just 12 inches away…
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poise
in Other 13 years and 5 months ago
WiFi
Anybody have any insights on how to get a wifi signal to extend throughout all (or most) of a 4-story brownstone? My router (linksys) only…
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FishieFishie
in Insurance 13 years and 5 months ago
Looking for homeowners insurance...
and it’s harder than expected. Yes, I’ve done a search here, or tried to – the site wasn’t really cooperating. What I was really looking…
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jimbodowntown
in Expeditors 13 years and 5 months ago
Project Advice - Have Conflicting Information
I have a one bedroom apartment in a coop building. My neighbor is selling his one bedroom apartment. I would like to buy his apartment…
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jstsrfn
in Boiler Repair 13 years and 5 months ago
How often should you drain and refill a one pipe steam heat boiler?
How often should you drain and refill a one pipe steam heat boiler? From various professionals and from my Internet searches, we’ve heard once a…
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jmkerr
in Flooring 13 years and 5 months ago
basement flooring
Hi. We’re looking to replace our wall to wall carpeting in our basement as we have been getting water during heavy rainfalls. Does anyone have…
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vthatcher
in Mortgage 13 years and 5 months ago
VERY IMPORTANT INFO FOR THOSE SEEKING FHA LOAN THIS MONTH
FHA IS INCREASING FEES FOR LOANS/CASE NUMBERS PULLED ON OR AFTER APRIL 1ST. READ BELOW: The FHA upfront mortgage insurance premium will increase to 1.75%…
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greencat
in Flooring 13 years and 5 months ago
Looking for options for wider plank light colored floors
Hi brownstoners, We are looking for options for wider plank light colored floors. I originally liked the bleached, or I think it was called “pickled”…
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likemike
in Electricians 13 years and 5 months ago
Recommendation for experienced & reliable electrician?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f53aaf4208c4-.jpg Can anyone recommend a good electrician that can change my 2 110v outlets to 1 220/240 volt outlet. I need the change to accomodate…
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anon552
in Cellar 13 years and 5 months ago
Basement Waterproofing: My Experience with Vulcan
This is a follow-up to a forum inquiry I posted several months ago. I own a PS brownstone with a finished basement. We have had…
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Augustiner
in Flooring 13 years and 5 months ago
rehau raupanel radiant heat
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f4556ef401a9-.png Does anyone know where I can buy Rehau Raupanel? It looks like the best radiant subflooring solution to me
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jackdavis100
in Conversion 13 years and 5 months ago
Legal two family but one kitchen needs resurrection
There’s a legal two family property in decent condition but it’s being used as one family. The owners converted the kitchen on top floor into…
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ktn
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 5 months ago
looking for rustic/modern interior mailboxes for four level brownstone- any suggestions??
We’ve been looking for the “right” interior mailboxes for a couple of months now and haven’t found any that arent hideous… if you know of…
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likemike
in Electricians 13 years and 5 months ago
Recommendation for experienced & reliable electrician?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f53aaf4208c4-.jpg Can anyone recommend a good electrician that can change my 2 110v outlets to 1 220/240 volt outlet. I need the change to accomodate…
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bk_bstoner1
in Inspection 13 years and 6 months ago
Elevated Lead & Dept. of Health
Hi everyone, One of my children’s lead test level came back slightly elevated. My pediatrician isn’t overly concerned since the level wasn’t very much above…
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wmadison
in Lawyers and legal service 13 years and 5 months ago
looking for sample contract for hiring an architect/contractor
Does anyone have or know where to find a sample contract to use when engaging an architect and contractor? I want to protect myself as…
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