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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Smell comes and goes - Looking for expert confirmation for landlord
In our brownstone we have ca twice a day (depending on the outside temperature) a very strong smell since we moved in 4 month ago.…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Strong smell coming from floor
Several times a day we have a very strong smell coming from the floor of our brownstone (sometimes also out of the vent). The smell…
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philippacampbellnyc
in Plumbing 7 years and 2 months ago
Boiler issues: inconsistent hot water, low pressure, dirty water
We are in a 7 unit coop experiencing lack of hot water, low water pressure and dirty water. Also, top floor seems to have air…
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architerp
in General Discussion 7 years and 2 months ago
Foundation Parging
Looking for a recommendation to strip the the old, chipping paint from and parge my exterior foundation wall. Any ideas? Thanks.
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progressive_contractingny
in General Discussion 7 years and 2 months ago
Spray Foam insulation
Hi all, considering closed-cell spray foam insulation to insulate under my roof. Spoke to few people, but was wondering if anyone had experience with Ecorite…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Descriptio/ pictures of old heating system
Does anybody have a description how the old heating system/ forced air systems work in the brownstones? From where do they get the air and…
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stevevisco
in General Discussion 7 years and 2 months ago
Bedbug report??
Does anyone know if an 8 unit coop that is 100% owner occupied needs to file a Bedbug Annual Report?
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JohnHancock
in General Discussion 7 years and 2 months ago
Victorian tile installer reco needed
Hi all, I’m looking for someone who has experience installing Victorian Geometric tiles. If you know anyone! Thanks [20181206_153515](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s3/:brownstoner:PGG9:20181206_153515.jpg.jpg)
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mbshure
in General Discussion 7 years and 2 months ago
Need Steel Contractor for Railings
We have an immediate need for someone to build an interior stair railing, an exterior balcony railing and front fencing in welded steel. We are…
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mattieweiser1
in General Discussion 7 years and 3 months ago
Wall hung toilet - installation issue
Hi all, we have an issue with the installation of a wall-mounted Toto toilet. The bowl is resting on the tile floor but also seemingly…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Strong smell coming from floor
Several times a day we have a very strong smell coming from the floor of our brownstone (sometimes also out of the vent). The smell…
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katdov
in General Discussion 7 years and 2 months ago
Concrete person
Hello! Anyone know of a concrete person for a fairly small job – repair/rebuild front steps. I’ve been looking for someone for a while but…
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BlondAmbition
in General Discussion 7 years and 2 months ago
Post Reno Cleaning
Hi – I am looking for recon for post reno cleanup service. Deep cleaning that will remove all the dust that was involved . Thanks
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philippacampbellnyc
in General Discussion 7 years and 2 months ago
Boiler Hot Water Issue
We are in a 7 unit coop experiencing lack of hot water, low water pressure and dirty water. Also, top floor seems to have air…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Selling a 2 family house in Astoria, Queens
I’m considering selling. My question is how fast can I sell my house? Thanks.
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philippacampbellnyc
in Plumbing 7 years and 2 months ago
Boiler issues: inconsistent hot water, low pressure, dirty water
We are in a 7 unit coop experiencing lack of hot water, low water pressure and dirty water. Also, top floor seems to have air…
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sleestack
in General Discussion 7 years and 2 months ago
Keith Cayenne - broker at Halstead
Has anyone here worked with Keith Cayenne, a real estate broker at Halstead? I would be interested in hearing your experiences, good or bad. Thanks.
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benoit
in General Discussion 9 years and 3 months ago
Insert Gas Fireplace
Hello I’m looking for an insert gas fire place for my living room . Does anyone know a good brand and a store in the…
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