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wubmtqsovetna

in Bath & Kitchen 7 years and 6 months ago

Question re Plumbing solution

Hello, we have just had a new sink and pedestal installed in our bathroom. Due to the pedestal shape, the contractor needed to improvise the…

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Guest User | 0 secs ago

Fireplace mantel

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coconut

in General Discussion 7 years and 6 months ago

Structural Engineer that specializes in Brownstones

I am looking for a specific Structural Engineer that specializes in brownstone. My new neighbor built on my party wall and now we are in…

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coconut

in General Discussion 7 years and 6 months ago

Structural Engineer that specializes in Brownstones

I am looking for a specific Structural Engineer that specializes in brownstone. My new neighbor built on my party wall and now we are in…

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terryhoppy

in General Discussion 7 years and 6 months ago

recs for ikea kitchen cabinet installer

small kitchen

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Updated 7 years and 6 months ago

mrreedent

in General Discussion 7 years and 6 months ago

Chimney Liner Questions!

We’re putting a stainless liner into our unlined chimney in a Bed-Stuy brownstone – and so far have two really different quotes: $2500 from Ace…

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Updated 7 years and 6 months ago

mrreedent

in General Discussion 7 years and 6 months ago

Chimney Liner Questions!

We’re putting a stainless liner into our unlined chimney in a Bed-Stuy brownstone – and so far have two really different quotes: $2500 from Ace…

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Guest User | 0 secs ago

GFCI for washing machine

Any electricians out there care to comment on whether washing machines need to be plugged into GFCI outlets? There’s no sink in the laundry room,…

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Updated 7 years and 6 months ago

guikazoid

in General Discussion 7 years and 6 months ago

8-story development rising next to my property

A vacant lot adjacent to my property just had its plans approved to build an 8 story development. I’ve searched the forum for things I…

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rwood

in General Discussion 7 years and 6 months ago

Flat Roof How often a redo or just patch.

My roof is showing cracks on the sides and needs flashing repairs, etc. Its around ten years old. The roofer can patch, but can guaranty…

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owest

in General Discussion 7 years and 6 months ago

B. Uddin Construction LLC-Recommendations?

Has anyone used B. Uddin for exterior painting or other work. I belated looked up reviews on Yelp and they were all one star. Any…

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Updated 7 years and 6 months ago

Guest User | 0 secs ago

Should I have home inspection done Before or After signing contract?

​I put in an offer on a property and am currently negotiating the terms. The home is still under construction (95% done). A flip of…

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mjkelly

in General Discussion 7 years and 6 months ago

Is there any profit in buying a fully rent stabilized building?

Anyone here have any experience doing so

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Guest User | 0 secs ago

Brownstone Windows on Top Floor - Help!

The top floor bedroom has windows that are “split” top & bottom – picture attached for reference. Are these called something in particular? How do…

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Updated 7 years and 6 months ago

barm7561

in General Discussion 7 years and 6 months ago

Community Event! Free presentation on "The Basics of Internet Privacy"

An introduction to keeping your identity and personal data private. The purpose of this 45 minute interactive class is to begin to consider online security…

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hullsean

in General Discussion 7 years and 6 months ago

cost of gas boiler clean & check, duct inspection

What is the right price for gas boiler clean & check? I have 4 small boilers rather than one large one. Also does the same…

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Updated 7 years and 6 months ago

mjkelly

in General Discussion 7 years and 6 months ago

Cash out refinance on primary residence -- high assets/low income

Are there any asset based lenders for cash out refinances on primary homes for people with multiple properties but not high w2 income?

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mjkelly

in General Discussion 7 years and 6 months ago

Cash out refinance on primary residence -- high assets/low income

Are there any asset based lenders for cash out refinances on primary homes for people with multiple properties but not high w2 income?

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hullsean

in General Discussion 7 years and 6 months ago

cost of gas boiler clean & check, duct inspection

What is the right price for gas boiler clean & check? I have 4 small boilers rather than one large one. Also does the same…

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kaanu

in General Discussion 7 years and 6 months ago

Smelly Gingko tree

Hello. We have very very fertile gingko tree in front of the house on the sidewalk. The beautiful tree produces hundreds of fruits a week…

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