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citizenjane
in General Discussion 4 years and 10 months ago
Ring -brand outdoor video cameras - yeah or nay?
Hi Hive mind! We want to install a video surveillance system for our brownstone (top, bottom, and back doors) to aid with security/potential theft issues.…
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ps158
in General Discussion 4 years and 10 months ago
disconnecting gas dryer for repair
Our gas dryer needs to be repaired. The service company came yesterday with the new ordered part, but then stated they could not repair the…
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ps158
in General Discussion 4 years and 10 months ago
sand and paint exterior iron work - recommendations please!
Looking for someone to sand / scrape and paint exterior iron work. We’re in Brooklyn. It’s been surprisingly difficult to get a recommendation. TIA!
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Mystery telecom/power/cable boxes on rear of brownstone
Hello, does anyone know what these large green boxes are on the back of my house? I’m hoping they might be some obsolete comms equipment…
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coloradodraincleaner
in General Discussion 4 years and 10 months ago
Iron Door paint color?
We refurbished our original iron door and I’m curious what paint people have used for the classic/original look? I’ve heard Rustoleum Satin Black, but would…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Seeking Sprinkler Inspection and Maintenance Recommendations
Hello all, I would love to hear about teams/companies you’ve worked with that you were pleased with. We are in need of inspecting our sprinkler…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Pocket Door repair
We have a set of pocket doors, only one of which is fully operational and sliding on its track. The other one has a partially…
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schmona
in Renovation 4 years and 10 months ago
Crumbling plaster basement ceiling
My basement has a sheet metal ceiling which is under an older plaster/mesh ceiling. The plaster is so old it’s crumbling and anywhere there are…
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slimmas51
in General Discussion 4 years and 10 months ago
Radon
What is the best way to reduce radon in my home?
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slimmas51
in General Discussion 4 years and 10 months ago
Radon
What is the best way to reduce radon in my home?
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citizenjane
in General Discussion 4 years and 10 months ago
Soundproofing on top of a kitchen floor?
Hi gurus, A new twist on soundproofing.! Our kitchen is above our rental apartment’s bedroom, and we have toddlers with all the galloping and occasional…
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iizynatfwehos
in General Discussion 4 years and 10 months ago
Sand and paint vestibule
Hi all! The inner entry door and wood paneling in our vestibule is worn and chipped, and we’d like it repaired/sanded and painted (vs stained).…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
using split systems with hyperheat and removing a boiler
Hi! I have read all of the past entries and comments about using split systems with hyperheat for a sole home heating system and wondering…
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karenqianyun
in General Discussion 4 years and 10 months ago
Can I change certificate of occupancy from 3 family to 1 family without doing an
y physical changes? We have a 3 family that we have been using as a single family for the last 10 years and want to…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Mystery telecom/power/cable boxes on rear of brownstone
Hello, does anyone know what these large green boxes are on the back of my house? I’m hoping they might be some obsolete comms equipment…
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stickerhappy
in General Discussion 4 years and 10 months ago
What will hold up better for rental floors?
Any thoughts on floor finishing for a rental apartment? Standard oil poly or water based bona? Want something that will hold up on original old…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Pocket Door repair
We have a set of pocket doors, only one of which is fully operational and sliding on its track. The other one has a partially…
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renoishard2
in General Discussion 4 years and 10 months ago
Feedback on Blomberg or Beka fridge
I’m considering buying a 24” wide Blomberg or Beka fridge for a rental unit because I want dual evaporators. There aren’t many reviews. I know…
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