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marcosrv.62

in General Discussion 4 years and 2 months ago

2 sets of pocket doors for sale

Have two set of pocket doors, one set windowed, the other solid wood. These are heavy, 8 feet, 8 inches high. Pick up only central…

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marcosrv.62

in General Discussion 4 years and 2 months ago

2 sets of pocket doors for sale

Have two set of pocket doors, one set windowed, the other solid wood. These are heavy, 8 feet, 8 inches high. Pick up only central…

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cate

in General Discussion 4 years and 2 months ago

Fireworks

How are the nightly fireworks this year where you are? Are they as intense as 2020? We’re hearing some that sound like bombs I’ve never…

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brownstone89

in General Discussion 4 years and 2 months ago

How long does it take for a DOB Stop Work order to get cleared...

after all infractions have been corrected? I know they have to come to make sure everything is right, but my questions pertains to the waiting…

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Guest User | 0 secs ago

NYC Plumbing Code - Sensor Faucet - Ghost Turn On Causing Sink Overflow

Is there anything in the NYC Plumbing Code regarding sensor faucets? Just purchased a condo (new construction) which has sensor faucets (GROHE Minta Touch) installed…

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Updated 4 years and 2 months ago

dindy

in General Discussion 4 years and 2 months ago

construction access on my yard

My neighbors are extending their home along the lot line and will need to use a contiguous strip of my property to complete construction. What…

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Updated 4 years and 2 months ago

deva

in General Discussion 4 years and 2 months ago

Wooden Patio in Backyard -- Is it Legal

I have a perfectly legal metal deck and railings in my backyard and super ugly cement on the ground. I decided to cover the cement…

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slimc

in General Discussion 4 years and 3 months ago

Roof Inspector

Anyone know of a roof inspector who can inspect, analyze, and report on a new roofing job? I need someone who has no skin in…

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Updated 4 years and 2 months ago

Guest User | 0 secs ago

NYC Plumbing Code - Sensor Faucet - Ghost Turn On Causing Sink Overflow

Is there anything in the NYC Plumbing Code regarding sensor faucets? Just purchased a condo (new construction) which has sensor faucets (GROHE Minta Touch) installed…

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sixyearsandcounting

in General Discussion 4 years and 2 months ago

Code question re electrical meters and conduit on center of facade

Hi all, so our house and our neighbors across the street who are just starting a major upgrade both have meters and a conduit (sorry,…

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Updated 4 years and 2 months ago

Guest User | 0 secs ago

Structural damage/property tax reassessment post solar installation?

We’re strongly considering installing solar panels on our brick attached townhouse. We’re engaging with Brooklyn Solar Works because of their reputation and experience. Our main…

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CHM

in General Discussion 4 years and 2 months ago

iso carpenter or woodworker who specailizes in custom molding

Hello all, I need to replace some door/window casings in a house that’s over a 100 years old so the regular molding companies like Dykes…

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brooklyn492

in General Discussion 4 years and 2 months ago

Seeking Help with Awning Installation

Hello friends, I’m looking for a someone who can install an awning over my tiny patio so we can sit outside on hot and sunny…

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Updated 4 years and 2 months ago

Guest User | 0 secs ago

Iron salvage yard near lowes

A number of posts have mentioned an iron salvage yard near the Lowes parking lot and I was intending to go see it. It’s not…

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Updated 4 years and 2 months ago

deebeeeye

in General Discussion 4 years and 3 months ago

Replacing my oil boiler?

Hi. My oil boiler is great – I’ve got steam radiators – but of course oil prices are going up and wondering what practical alternatives…

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Updated 4 years and 2 months ago

PK

in General Discussion 4 years and 2 months ago

Zoning text

Where can I find the original zoning text? It seems all I can find online are the amendments. I want to Enlarge a Civil War…

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Updated 4 years and 2 months ago

ernestkopp

in General Discussion 4 years and 2 months ago

Fire Escape Ladder Clearance

What is the minimum fire escape clearance from the wall? I have a violation from HDP indicating my drop ladder is too close to the…

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Updated 4 years and 2 months ago

brooklyn492

in General Discussion 4 years and 2 months ago

Seeking Help with Awning Installation

Hello friends, I’m looking for a someone who can install an awning over my tiny patio so we can sit outside on hot and sunny…

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PK

in General Discussion 4 years and 2 months ago

Zoning text

Where can I find the original zoning text? It seems all I can find online are the amendments. I want to Enlarge a Civil War…

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sixyearsandcounting

in General Discussion 4 years and 2 months ago

Code question re electrical meters and conduit on center of facade

Hi all, so our house and our neighbors across the street who are just starting a major upgrade both have meters and a conduit (sorry,…

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