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empathie00
in General Discussion 7 years and 2 months ago
someone to install new hardware in old entry door?
Hi all, caught between needing a locksmith and a creative finish carpenter to install new mortise locks/door hardware in our original entry doors. We got…
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benoit
in General Discussion 7 years and 2 months ago
Wallpaper
I am looking for someone who could place wallpaper in my stairwell. Does any one could refer me someon. e who is not overprice .…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Combining 2 Apartments
We just bought 2 apartments on the parlor level of a brownstone that we are combining so it will be a gut reno. What is…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Stair builders
We are renovating a house in PLG. We need 2 new flights built. Modern, sleek approach. Any recos out there? Thanks!
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nednedx
in General Discussion 7 years and 2 months ago
Smart Home & Security Solutions for a Brownstone
Hi: I wanted to get some suggestions on security solutions and some simple smart home solutions – What is the doorbelll camera or outdoor camera…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
ABB vs Aiphone Video Intercom systems?
We are considering a new intercom system for a small multifamily building. Any advice or experience to share on either the Aiphone or ABB system.…
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slopefarm
in General Discussion 7 years and 2 months ago
Getting comps
We have an appraiser coming (HELOC application) and I always like to give an appraiser a few, well-chosen comps. What is the easiest way to…
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homely
in General Discussion 7 years and 2 months ago
Wanted: Experienced Installer of Salvage Doors
Does anyone know someone who can install a salvage door and fix the trim on my entry door! As with all old things, there are…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Construction next door - damage
I live in a two family 1900 Brownstone. The next door building was bought by a developer. He tore the whole building down, dug out…
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decoart
in General Discussion 7 years and 2 months ago
DOB inspection advice
I have an upcoming DOB inspection to approve a gas boiler installation done by licensed plumber. I have a couple of concerns: 1. The basement…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Brownstone stoop top coat
Is there such a thing? Our neighbor just had their stoop beautifully restored and in the course of having some work done to our house…
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burpgun
in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago
Plans and reality
Hey all. So there’s a construction project going on next door to my property that’s been causing all sorts of trouble. They’ve caught a couple…
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deva
in General Discussion 8 years and 4 months ago
Excavation and Construction Next Door
My neighbor started the demolition of his house next door. He plans to build 10 storey condominium next to my 1900 brick townhouse with stone…
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freckles1
in Building Code 10 years and 1 month ago
What to do about Unpermited Building?
My neighbor has put in huge concrete footings — apparently intending to build an addition that looks like it will extend far back into the…
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laurenpacker123
in Exteriors 7 years and 2 months ago
Contractor recommendation for sealing an outer wall in basement
I have posted on this topic before but want to be specific in my info request this time. I wanted to ask if anyone can…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Moving a wall - permitted costs?
I am looking to take a down a 6′ wide by 8′ tall interior wall between bedrooms and put a new wall up a few…
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brokelyn
in General Discussion 7 years and 2 months ago
Renovation Angel
Does anyone have any experience with Renovation Angel — they bill themselves as America’s premier recycler of luxury pre-owned kitchens where you can buy (or…
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slopegirl
in General Discussion 7 years and 2 months ago
alarm systems?
we are shopping around, reluctantly, for an alarm system as part of process to obtain new homeowners insurance. if anyone has advice on who is…
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