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Water Heater Question
We noticed water under the drip pipe attached to the T&P valve on our water heater, though there’s no water coming out now. The water…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Water Heater Question
We noticed water under the drip pipe attached to the T&P valve on our water heater, though there’s no water coming out now. The water…
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CG_ups
in General Discussion 4 years and 4 months ago
Toilet Waste Line - Looking for NYC Building Codes for Required Dimensions.
Hi All, does anyone know where to find the building codes for the required dimension of a toilet waste line for an upper floor bathroom?…
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dorkofwindsor
in General Discussion 4 years and 4 months ago
Iron Fence Painter recs
Looking for someone to paint a wrought iron fence. Anyone have a recommendation for someone that is still around after this past year? Thanks.
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emilyposter
in General Discussion 4 years and 4 months ago
Roofing methods
Looking for recommendations & peoples experiences with a new roof for my flat roof old house. We’ve used the tar method for decent repairs but…
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housepoor
in Doors & Windows 4 years and 4 months ago
Locksmith in Clinton Hill or Fort Greene
Does anyone have recommendations for a locksmith in Clinton Hill or Fort Greene? I need a cylinder changed and want to get some information on…
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hotpinksharpie
in General Discussion 4 years and 4 months ago
Full height double-hung vs. transom for parlor windows
I’m replacing the windows in our brownstone and doing all double-hung Marvins. I’m on the fence about our full-height parlor level windows. Our current old…
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pmody
in Doors & Windows 4 years and 4 months ago
Parrett windows
Been having a difficult time getting anyone at Parrett windows to provide a quote. They don’t return my calls or respond to my emails. I…
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ls1
in Exteriors 4 years and 5 months ago
Gazebo install and modifications
Hello, We are planning to put one of these Palram gazebos in our back yard. Looking for someone to install it, and also – Replace…
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ls1
in General Discussion 4 years and 5 months ago
Roll-up clear panels for a gazebo
Hello, Looking for someone to make and install clear plastic or vinyl roll-up panels of the type seen on many restaurants’ outdoor enclosures, for use…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Baseboard skirting affixed to plaster over brick?
I’m looking to remove a strip of baseboard skirting along a plaster-over-masonry wall, but to do so in a way that the skirting can be…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Baseboard skirting affixed to plaster over brick?
I’m looking to remove a strip of baseboard skirting along a plaster-over-masonry wall, but to do so in a way that the skirting can be…
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cleancutmovers
in General Discussion 4 years and 4 months ago
Clean-up of dirt basement after sewer leak
We believe that the dirt floor is advantageous, what with the natural drainage and composting of the mess. But we would like to hire someone…
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emilyposter
in General Discussion 4 years and 4 months ago
Roofing methods
Looking for recommendations & peoples experiences with a new roof for my flat roof old house. We’ve used the tar method for decent repairs but…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
mosquitoes
For those who have decks, are mosquitoes a big problem?
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Replacing bathroom waste line on second floor
Hi, I’m considering purchasing a home via an estate sale that has a hole in the parlor level ceiling. At the inspection it was revealed…
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in General Discussion 4 years and 4 months ago
Central Air vs Ducted/Concealed Mini Splits vs Unico for AC
I already have a gas furnace/forced air system — it’s old but gets the job done. I’d like to get an air conditioning system that’s…
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arewedoneyet
in General Discussion 4 years and 4 months ago
All-electric house - will coned provide enough service
We’re looking at the pros and cons of an all-electric house. I keep looking at the total necessary service and it seems like it’s likely…
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