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stuyheights
in General Discussion 6 years and 10 months ago
Changing configuration
Hello Brownstoners, Its been a while. I am interested in purchasing a property that is currently set up as a double duplex that I would…
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workisfun
in General Discussion 6 years and 10 months ago
“Gas inspection”
Has anyone received this on their front doorknobs? It threatens $100 fine if I don’t make an appointment. Please see pics. Advice? Is this totally…
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ning
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 6 years and 10 months ago
Parking violation
I got a DOB violation for “parking in front of my house” as opposed to in the back… The whole block is doing that, not…
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starrindustriesllc
in General Discussion 6 years and 10 months ago
Flooring question
Being advised by a flooring company against installing anything over 2 3/4 wide plank in a Park Slope row house. Has anybody had problems with…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Can a lawsuit stop neighbor from doing more construction?
I have a semi-attached house with my neighbor. They did underpinning . The footing on the party wall was cut on their side , and…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
A. Malek vs other facade specialists?
First time poster here. I have read many positive reviews about A. Malek on this site, and have seen some of his work which looks…
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rd684
in General Discussion 6 years and 10 months ago
Anyone use Flo by Moen water detection & shutoff system
I recently saw a segment on This Old House about this water monitoring system that connects to the main water supply that can monitor and…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Project Mismanagent by Board - Options? Next steps?
Our condo board insisted that we have our deck resurfaced due to waterproofing concerns 4 stories below us. We acquiesced (they selected the contractor per…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Project Mismanagent by Board - Options? Next steps?
Our condo board insisted that we have our deck resurfaced due to waterproofing concerns 4 stories below us. We acquiesced (they selected the contractor per…
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cobblehills
in General Discussion 6 years and 10 months ago
kitchen cabinet doors
I need new cabinet doors for my rather small kitchen. Probably just the lower doors, though I would consider replacing the upper doors as well.…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
A. Malek vs other facade specialists?
First time poster here. I have read many positive reviews about A. Malek on this site, and have seen some of his work which looks…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Weeping Foundation Wall: Big Trouble?
So, I noticed this morning, during the rather impressive deluge, that the front cellar wall of our townhouse (foundation wall) was weeping. While there were…
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squeakycleaningca
in General Discussion 6 years and 10 months ago
looking for a structural engineer for inspection- possible water damage
Hi, I’m looking for a recommendation for a structural engineer that would be able to do an inspection of the public hallways and basement of…
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rd684
in General Discussion 6 years and 10 months ago
Anyone use Flo by Moen water detection & shutoff system
I recently saw a segment on This Old House about this water monitoring system that connects to the main water supply that can monitor and…
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Lincoln
in General Discussion 6 years and 10 months ago
Backyard Patio
We’re looking for someone to lay either a brick/paver patio in our backyard or bluestone. Does anyone have someone they recommend in Brooklyn?
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workisfun
in General Discussion 6 years and 10 months ago
“Gas inspection”
Has anyone received this on their front doorknobs? It threatens $100 fine if I don’t make an appointment. Please see pics. Advice? Is this totally…
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mrreedent
in General Discussion 6 years and 10 months ago
replacement screens
vila windows just came out and quoted $800 to make and install replacement window screens (8 windows). is this a good price?
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lfeder
in General Discussion 6 years and 10 months ago
Can neighbor knock down this wall?
My neighbors have just started demo on their steps and patio up to their front door. As part of some property line disputes (their chain…
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