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adam_dahill
in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago
Small Steel Deck Visible from Street in Landmarked Neighborhood?
I’m looking for examples of steel decks (off parlor) that have been approved in Landmarked districts. I have a corner property where the rear of…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Duplex heating in the winter/air circulation
Does anyone have a good idea how to prevent the upper floor becoming a sauna and the lower level being too cold? Do ceiling fans…
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emmajacob
in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago
Recs on landscape contractors for backyard grading
We need basic grading of our brownstone backyard (30′ x 10′) before the winter. We have no plants back there, so this would just entail…
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stickerhappy
in Doors & Windows 9 years and 6 months ago
Set of brownstone entry doors for sale
Old double front entry doors from Park Slope brownstone. $1500 Thanks Have wear and usage consistent with age. Each door is about 32″ wide by…
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housepoor
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 9 years and 6 months ago
Clearing ECB violations
I had two ECB violations that required a new plumber to take over a job from an incompetent one, finish up any work, and get…
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katdov
in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago
Back yard cleaning
Would anyone have a backyard cleaner recommendation? It’s not just removal of trash and dead growth, it would involve leveling the ground. The yard isn’t…
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patrickburnsjr
in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago
Inquiries About Parlor Floor Height & Roof Decks Being Difficult To Approve
can find reasonable solutions from Susan of Sketch & Hammer,designer & builder of decks in collaboration with Scott of Schnall & Schnall,PE. & expediter.
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
OCT 29 - 2 Block Wide Stoop Sale (Lefferts Place x Classon/St. James)
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2016 – 10AM-3PM (RAIN DATE NOVEMBER 5th) Start your holiday shopping! Great bargains! Who knows what you will find? Antiques – Vintage…
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dangermouse
in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago
Can someone explain why food use is permitted but, cooking is not on a site?
Is this like a Starbucks but not a Chipotle or something?
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chukat
in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago
Chandelier Cleaning
I have two chandeliers that need to be taken down and cleaned, preferably offsite. One of them may need to be repaired. Can anyone recommend…
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brooklynchic
in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago
Has anyone changed the main beam in their cellar recently?
If yes, I am looking for contractor recommendations if you were satisfied with the work done. I was quoted 8K and I am looking for…
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katdov
in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago
Thorocoat v. Bestcoat
So I’ve read a lot about Thorocoat (including some all threads on here) and was set on using it, when no one around Brooklyn seems…
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anthonyjohnson
in Renovation 9 years and 6 months ago
Holding back part of contractor payment standard or not?
We are working up a contract for a gut reno and I have a question about how contractors are paid. Is holding back a part…
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trago
in Waste Management 14 years and 4 months ago
How do you tip the garbage man and mailman?
I guess I’ll just leave a note in my mailbox for the mailman but leaving a check or money in garbage cans doesn’t seem like…
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katdov
in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago
Stucco/exterior work
Hi again, does any one have a recommendation for an exterior/stucco worker? Need someone urgently. Thank you!
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bowl-of-dicks
in Renovation 9 years and 7 months ago
Adding roof deck and stair to brownstone
Hi brownstoners I’m considering making an offer on a top floor apartment of a brownstone that comes with roof rights. the previous owner got approval…
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susanb79
in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago
Fire sprinkler inspection nyc
I can’t seem to join an existing thread on mobile – but on the above topic in my opinion none better than Master Fire. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=k3-UsL7M74M
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Recommendation for WiFi Thermostat for 6 Family
I have an outdated heat timer that needs to be replaced. I see most of the wifi thermostats are geared towards single Fam residential use.…
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