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Dirt Removal
I have a very large mound of dirt I’d like to remove from my back yard. I’ve got some of it in bags already and…
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sarahbrooklyn
in Plumbing 10 years and 2 months ago
Fire Sprinkler Inspection
Trying to figure out fire-sprinkler inspection. I have a 4 multifamily with a fire sprinkler system. I have to do the monthly checks and annual…
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landlord
in Legal 10 years and 2 months ago
illegal roommate advice
I rented an apartment to one individual in my rent stabilized building. He is the only name on the lease. He has taken in a…
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landlord
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 10 months ago
Legal rent increase for change of roommate in a rent stabilized building
I have 2 roommates occupy one apartment. One of those roommates who has been living in the apartment for 2 years is leaving. The remaining…
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landlord
in Legal 10 years and 2 months ago
illegal roommate advice
I rented an apartment to one individual in my rent stabilized building. He is the only name on the lease. He has taken in a…
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deva
in Home Buying 10 years and 2 months ago
Effective Agent to Sell a Brownstone?
Wanted to reach out the Brownstoner community and see what people say about their experience using an agent to sell a brownstone. I am considering…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
For sale 2015 HFE 36 Portable Sawmill Portable Bandmill Lumber Saw mill
For sale 2015 HFE 36 Portable Sawmill Portable Bandmill Lumber Saw mill The HFE-36 is able to handle a 36? diameter log, comes standard with…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
For sale 2015 HFE 36 Portable Sawmill Portable Bandmill Lumber Saw mill
For sale 2015 HFE 36 Portable Sawmill Portable Bandmill Lumber Saw mill The HFE-36 is able to handle a 36? diameter log, comes standard with…
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redasch
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 2 months ago
Replacing Old Coal Shoot Cover - access to basement
Does anyone know who would build a cover for the old coal shoot (basement access) in the front of the brownstones? I have built two…
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nycmissy25
in Architectural Salvage 10 years and 2 months ago
Brownstone Chandelier Lamp and Wall Lamp for Sale
Interior chandelier for sale along with matching interior wall lamp. Both are in great condition and were removed so I could replace them with more…
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orrsuz
in Roofers 10 years and 2 months ago
Asbestos inspection recommendation?
Hi, does anyone have the name of an asbestos inspector they could recommend for a kitchen renovation? Our architect indicates his contact has been a…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Can I install a third gas meter in my two family house?
I’m thinking of installing a third gas meter in the basement. Is this allowed? Thanks!
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pitythefool
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 10 years and 3 months ago
How disruptive to peace and quiet is the brownstone facade repair?
We’ve just secured financing to restore our brownstone facade, and will soon be choosing a contractor and filing permits, hoping to start in late May…
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lsilverbush
in Expeditors 10 years and 3 months ago
Are these fees reasonable?
We just got a quote from an Expediter for a Brownstone gut rehab, and I can’t tell if it is high or in the ballpark.…
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empathie00
in Roofers 10 years and 2 months ago
Roofing: new layer, or total tear off?
Hi folks – wondering if anyone can give insight into pros and cons of just adding a new layer to our flat roof vs. starting…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Bluestone and Gas Lines
I have original bluestone sidewalk and want to have nat gas run into the house. Anyone have experience with getting the gas line in without…
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esdad697
in Building Code 10 years and 9 months ago
No CO for Extension
An extension was added to my home around 15 years ago. I don’t see an updated CO at DOB. How might this be an issue?…
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soundhoner
in Building Code 10 years and 5 months ago
At what point does a duplex become a third apartment in a two family dwelling?
So let’s say you have a 3 story house with no C of O, which the DoB sees is as a B3-2, 2 family converted…
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