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curiositykilledthecat
in General Discussion 10 years ago
Do landlords really paint every 3 years?
We are longtime landlords, but aren’t that experienced with longtime renters. Seems like the current market has folks staying put, which brings us to this…
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mozeeatupu
in General Discussion 10 years ago
Frame multifam insurance
Anyone have a frame multifamily and they can share the company they’re insured with? I need an underlying company for my umbrella as the current…
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rconnell
in General Discussion 10 years ago
Lead Testing with Luke from Brooklyn Lead
Hi everyone, After receiving lab results of elevated lead levels for my 2 year old son, the doctor said we had to make quick changes.…
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rconnell
in General Discussion 10 years ago
Lead Testing with Luke from Brooklyn Lead
Hi everyone, After receiving lab results of elevated lead levels for my 2 year old son, the doctor said we had to make quick changes.…
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karenanne9
in General Discussion 10 years ago
Two Deck-related Questions
1. Any recommendations for someone to clean and stain our pressure treated wood deck. 2. Any recommendations for how to cover our metal deck and…
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chrisriddle
in General Discussion 10 years ago
Antique Marble Fireplace Mantle - For Sale
Beautiful white marble mantle that has been fully restored. It’s coming from a townhouse in Clinton Hill in Brooklyn. Dimensions: 61.5″x45″. I can be reached…
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bluepigeon
in General Discussion 10 years ago
Property manager or management company for small 6-unit building
Hi, We’re looking for a property manager for a small building in Bed-Stuy. Most companies out there seem not to be interested in such small…
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curiositykilledthecat
in General Discussion 10 years ago
Do landlords really paint every 3 years?
We are longtime landlords, but aren’t that experienced with longtime renters. Seems like the current market has folks staying put, which brings us to this…
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rana-foroohar
in General Discussion 10 years ago
Adding an Extension
Can anyone help me estimate the cost to add a two-story extension to a brick townhouse? We’re talking 20 feet wide, 13 feet deep. (We…
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dumbogirl
in General Discussion 10 years ago
Floor support needed for baby grand piano?
Hi Brownstoners! We’re about to purchase a baby grand piano for our parlor floor, and plan to place it in a corner of the front…
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trini73diva
in General Discussion 10 years ago
Architect
Can anyone tell me or know approximately how much it would cost to sit down with a architect and have them put together a plan…
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trini73diva
in General Discussion 10 years ago
Architect
Can anyone tell me or know approximately how much it would cost to sit down with a architect and have them put together a plan…
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cobblehillbilly
in General Discussion 10 years ago
brownstone facade
We are re-doing our brownstone facade. We have heard differing opinions on whether or not it is necessary for the “scratch” coat to be allowed…
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kalifornia1983
in General Discussion 10 years ago
Bird netting or chicken wire over air shaft?
The 8’x10′ air shaft in our four-story building needs protection against pigeons. Right now we’re using chicken wire attached to 2×4 beams that rest on…
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Stoop re-paint
Our painted brownstone stoop is chipping quite a bit. Does anyone have any recommendations for re-painting over a brownstone stoop. We can not afford to…
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karolnyc
in General Discussion 10 years ago
Marble counter refinishing
Hi, we have a 2yr old marble counter and island in our kitchen. I wanted to have it refinished (it’s in good condition but has…
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jjbel
in General Discussion 10 years ago
Moving roof drain pipe / space between fences
Hello all, couple of questions. On the back of the house, I’m trying to move the roof drainage pipe from the left side of the…
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dashe
in Doors & Windows 10 years ago
Window Installation
Hi. We are looking for a recommendation for someone to measure and install brownstone windows. We need new windows entirely – not replacements. Thanks.
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