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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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cate

in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago

Oil Tank Leak?

We recently had a very smelly oil delivery. A quick look revealed some oil may have oozed out from the coupling where the oil pipe…

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Updated 4 years and 10 months ago

Arkady

in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago

Brownstone Insurance Agency

Asking for a friend: We renewed our homeowners’ policy with the Brownstone Agency. our agency for the past 45 years. We recently (June) sent in…

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Arkady

in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago

Brownstone Insurance Agency

Asking for a friend: We renewed our homeowners’ policy with the Brownstone Agency. our agency for the past 45 years. We recently (June) sent in…

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Guest User | 0 secs ago

Portable air conditioner is it worth?

Who has a mobile air conditioner, share, pls, feelings, is it worth buying it? I’m interested in reliability, efficiency and noise level. While stopping at…

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aqueenlee

in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago

Fallen Cornice & Scaffolding

75% of my wooden cornice fell off this morning after the storm. The contractor (I found him on this forum) that wants to replace the…

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FlatbushMama

in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago

Redoing rear extension

We have a small rear extension (about 10 x 10) that needs an overhaul and insulating. Wondering if anyone who has done a similar project…

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midnite_oil

in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago

Need a mason to patch repointing on an exterior cinderblock wall.

The wall is accessible through our courtyard and only 10’ high, and 20’ wide. I already have a ladder. No need for a scaffolding. Looking…

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midnite_oil

in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago

Need a mason to patch repointing on an exterior cinderblock wall.

The wall is accessible through our courtyard and only 10’ high, and 20’ wide. I already have a ladder. No need for a scaffolding. Looking…

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deebeeeye

in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago

NEW WINDOWS

Hi – my windows are over 30 yr old vinyl windows that need to be replaced- I’m looking for a recommendation on new not expensive…

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cate

in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago

Oil Tank Leak?

We recently had a very smelly oil delivery. A quick look revealed some oil may have oozed out from the coupling where the oil pipe…

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danm

in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago

Brownstone Stairs Refurbish

Hi All, We need to have our stairs redone. Does anyone have a brownstone repair company that they like? Thanks in advance for any help.

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Amym718

in General Discussion 7 years ago

Lennox ductless mini, anyone?

A local HVAC firm working with Lowe’s is using Lennox equipment for ductless mini-split installations. Tempting, because it’s backed by a 12-year warranty on machinery…

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Park Slope Bathroom Renovation Specialist

Hello. I am looking to do a bathroom renovation in Park Slope. I DO NOT want a GC who will simply sub this out. Instead,…

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adobera80

in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago

Boston Ivy on brownstone?

Want to grow Boston Ivy up the side of our house to cover the brick which makes up one side of an alley facing a…

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Guest User | 0 secs ago

Heating and Radiator

Does anyone have an excellent and licensed plumber that specializes in heating/ radiators. My husband and i recently underwent a huge renovation but we had…

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whalien

in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago

Mentally unstable neighbor

Our next door neighbor has been battling a number of mental health related issues. He’s been in and out of various psych wards, most recently…

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Guest User | 0 secs ago

SELLING Band New Kohler Sink - $300

Cairn Undermount Neoroc Composite 27.5 in. Single Bowl Kitchen Sink in Matte White. Still in the box! Specs below. Pick up only (Clinton Hill)! $350.…

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Guest User | 0 secs ago

SELLING Band New Kohler Sink - $300

Cairn Undermount Neoroc Composite 27.5 in. Single Bowl Kitchen Sink in Matte White. Still in the box! Specs below. Pick up only (Clinton Hill)! $350.…

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renoishard2

in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago

Request Rec for repair of Soffit and Fascia under Eaves

I need to replace a rotted soffit panel under the eaves under my back deck. Does anyone know if the likely cause of it the…

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