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mario71
in For Sale 10 years and 1 month ago
For Sale: 5.6 cu. ft Mini Refrigerator
Hello Brownstoners, I purchased this Mini Refrigerator in December when we were in the planning stages, but ended up changing the kitchenette in favor of…
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doubledwell
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 10 years and 1 month ago
Successive DOB Electrical Inspections - new objections raised at each
We did a permitted electrical service upgrade to replace an old panel and run of new wiring to the kitchen and bathroom. We’ve had THREE…
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brooklynbemused
in Roofers 10 years and 1 month ago
Lakeview home mortgage?
Hi all I am in the process of refinancing and have just got a quote from Lakeview Home Mortgage based out of Massapequa. Has anyone…
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ps158
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 1 month ago
property tax question: cost of land vs. house
My tax accountant is asking for the assessed value of the land our house is on (Brooklyn). I gave him our NYC Property Assessment Roll,…
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ldbetta
in Plumbers and Plumbing 10 years and 1 month ago
"Water Hammer" and Other Problems Following Boiler Replacement. Help?!?!
My self-managed 8 unit co-op building recently had our oil burning boiler replaced, and are in the process of getting approval to convert from oil…
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misconformist
in Handymen and Odd Jobs 10 years and 1 month ago
Recommending the best handyman in Brooklyn
Dear Brownstoners: I have used this site a lot to resolve numerous issues and wanted to return the favor with a recommendation that may help…
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sleestack
in Roofers 10 years and 1 month ago
Verizon Fios Installation
I just ordered Verizon Fios, and I’m wondering how others who have it found the installation process. Specifically, was the technician able to mount the…
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misconformist
in Handymen and Odd Jobs 10 years and 1 month ago
Recommending the best handyman in Brooklyn
Dear Brownstoners: I have used this site a lot to resolve numerous issues and wanted to return the favor with a recommendation that may help…
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microfiche
in Fencing 10 years and 1 month ago
Recommendation to get driveway gate installed
Need a recommendation to get a double gate installed across our driveway – Ditmas Park area. Many Thanks
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rdc
in Roofers 10 years and 1 month ago
lead detection and inspection
Hi – eager to have my house tested for lead levels and was wondering if anyone has used one of the numerous companies who provide…
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Local Law 58/57 Waiver - Has anyone ever applied for accessibility waiver
We purchased a pre-war coop. It was originally a 2 bed and 2 bath (if you include maids room and bath). The original maid’s bath…
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ldbetta
in Plumbers and Plumbing 10 years and 1 month ago
"Water Hammer" and Other Problems Following Boiler Replacement. Help?!?!
My self-managed 8 unit co-op building recently had our oil burning boiler replaced, and are in the process of getting approval to convert from oil…
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monkey1
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 1 month ago
Management Company Recco for 4 family Townhouse in Ft. Greene?
Hello, I’m the owner of an owner occupied 4 family townhouse in Ft. Greene. Three units are rented and we live in the 4th unit.…
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housepoor
in Conversion 10 years and 1 month ago
2 or 3 family used as 1 family question
I have been interested in a handful of listings for 2 or 3 family buildings used as single family houses. Typically there are no permits…
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jennifer073
in Cellar 10 years and 5 months ago
Williamsburg Basement Excavation / Radon / Moisture remediation
I own a first-floor condo that (allegedly) used to be a Civil War-era munitions foundry. During the conversion in 2008, the developers rediscovered this cellar…
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mousta
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 1 month ago
Bathtub reglazing
Anyone have a first hand recommendation for professional tub reglazing? Just a standard cast iron tub, nothing fancy. Thanks
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chemosphere
in Architectural Salvage 10 years and 1 month ago
corner cabinet research?
I’m looking for a circa 1909 dining room corner built-in cabinet that was removed from my house. Here’s a picture of one from a neighbor’s…
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gemby
in Brownstoner Renovation 10 years and 1 month ago
Permitting a cellar job leading to documentatation/inspections of other areas?
Hi, We need to replace a structural beam in our cellar. We are considering digging down to get more ceiling height and putting in a…
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michaelkersch
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 10 years and 2 months ago
NYC Buildings DOB NOTICE TO CALL FOR INSPECTION
I just finished an accessory/greenhouse addition un-permitted, and a neighbor ratted me out. Now i have a notice for inspection. It was my intention to…
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