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iologica2

in General Discussion 9 years and 2 months ago

Window cleaning

Looking to have 3 windows in my apartment cleaned… 2 are next to each other, third is by itself. 4th floor with no outside access……

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nobikesonfance

in Renovation 9 years and 2 months ago

Another Tax Question on Home Addition

I know there have been a few questions with some great information regarding tax implications of a renovation or home alteration. We’re adding a small…

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Updated 9 years and 2 months ago

emilycgbk

in General Discussion 9 years and 2 months ago

Terrific looking and flexible shelving unit

We got a great floor-to-ceiling, full wall cabinet/shelving unit from Modern Shelving; but the dimensions (14 ft. w x 10 ft. h x 20 in.…

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emilycgbk

in General Discussion 9 years and 2 months ago

Terrific looking and flexible shelving unit

We got a great floor-to-ceiling, full wall cabinet/shelving unit from Modern Shelving; but the dimensions (14 ft. w x 10 ft. h x 20 in.…

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cthornto

in General Discussion 9 years and 2 months ago

Should we fix this staircase before we sell?

Our staircase sags from the wall and feels weak under your feet. This to me seems like something that is going to turn off buyers…

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voytek

in General Discussion 9 years and 2 months ago

10 closet doors with antique mirrors

I have 10 ( 5sets of left and right ) doors 90 1/4″ h x 24 1/8″ with the antique mirror insert that came off…

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happycats

in General Discussion 9 years and 2 months ago

General Contractor Needed For Ceiling Repair

Hi, Can someone recommend a licensed general contractor that can repair a hole in the ceiling in the Brooklyn area. It is obviously a small…

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ditmarsman

in General Discussion 9 years and 2 months ago

Insulation Cockloft

I know a lot of people here seem to recommend Federal Conservation. They blow in fiberglass, there seems to be a lot of debate if…

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Updated 9 years and 2 months ago

ditmarsman

in General Discussion 9 years and 2 months ago

Insulation Cockloft

I know a lot of people here seem to recommend Federal Conservation. They blow in fiberglass, there seems to be a lot of debate if…

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widmreprnms

in General Discussion 9 years and 3 months ago

What Needs Reform More: Rent Regulation or Property Taxes?

I’ve just written some recent blogs on these two issues and I’m curious what you think about both topics or if one needs more reform…

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Updated 9 years and 2 months ago

brooklynbound

in General Discussion 9 years and 2 months ago

Apartment Shopping Etiquette

Last Friday we viewed an apartment that “already had three offers” because it was a converted three bed, two bath in a more or less…

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Updated 9 years and 2 months ago

WRPListings

in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 9 years and 2 months ago

C of O for reconfiguration of 2 family

We are new to this, so forgive me if the answer to my question is obvious. We are looking at buying a legal two family…

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Updated 9 years and 2 months ago

kimthorn10

in General Discussion 9 years and 2 months ago

Proper mortar/restoration of a pre 1920 brick facade

Does another have experience with the proper mortar and technique for the pointing /restoration of a brick facade of this era? I have read that…

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Updated 9 years and 2 months ago

empathie00

in Plumbing 9 years and 2 months ago

How to tell if old vents are still in use?

Hi all – we’re getting our roof replaced and as part of the process I’d love to get rid of (at least chop down and…

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VHR

in General Discussion 9 years and 2 months ago

Tax Assessment

We just received notice that our one family townhouse in Clinton Hill is now valued at $1.9, up from $1.4 last year. We paid under…

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kimthorn10

in General Discussion 9 years and 2 months ago

Proper mortar/restoration of a pre 1920 brick facade

Does another have experience with the proper mortar and technique for the pointing /restoration of a brick facade of this era? I have read that…

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jenwood

in General Discussion 9 years and 2 months ago

My building has been sold and my landlord isn't offering a new lease...

Currently living in a walk up building in downtown Hoboken. My landlord called saying my building has been bought and they will not be offering…

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Updated 9 years and 2 months ago

bk123

in General Discussion 9 years and 2 months ago

Anyone ever move a power pole?

I am guessing it would cost 20k. This is on a small sidestreet in the Bronx with no transformer or many lines going out. It…

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Updated 9 years and 2 months ago

jenwood

in General Discussion 9 years and 2 months ago

My building has been sold and my landlord isn't offering a new lease...

Currently living in a walk up building in downtown Hoboken. My landlord called saying my building has been bought and they will not be offering…

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bk123

in General Discussion 9 years and 2 months ago

F.A.R.

for a small apt bldg, can I deduct corridors, stairs, mech space from the FAR calc?

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Updated 9 years and 2 months ago

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