Forum
Looking for advice about a home improvement project? Want to talk about what’s going on in your neighborhood? Start here.
Find older conversations in our Forum Archive.
Latest Discussions
Post a Topic
giansiro
in Heating 10 years and 3 months ago
Heat + Hot Water Cost
Hi everyone! This is my first post 🙂 My husband and I are looking to buy a brownstone or limestone via FHA loan. We’re trying…
17
gowanusgus
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 10 years and 2 months ago
Who can repair an outside hole in wall, roof envelope
Hi, So we removed an exterior light from the back of the house and the repair is not too good – its been really drafty…
1
businesshands
in For Sale 10 years and 3 months ago
Stainless undermount sink!
Brand new Franke 24″ undercount stainless sink (UDTS24/10) single bowl that is still in the box could be yours for $150\. This size is perfect…
2
gowanusgus
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 10 years and 2 months ago
Who can repair an outside hole in wall, roof envelope
Hi, So we removed an exterior light from the back of the house and the repair is not too good – its been really drafty…
0
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…
0
dougj99
in Plumbing 10 years and 3 months ago
Sump pump trap and kitchen sink
Hello. We recently had a sump pump installed, which has finally solved our flooding basement problem. However, the contractor connected the discharge line to the…
0
stickman
in Sewer 10 years and 3 months ago
sewer line maintenance
Hi, Recently moved into a new home and wondering if any maintenance is required of the sewage line? I would imagine some leaves and muck…
8
orrsuz
in Landmarks 10 years and 3 months ago
Landmarks visible rear facade
We are looking to modify the parlor level visible rear facade of a brownstone in a historic district. Currently there are two tall windows roughly…
2
businesshands
in For Sale 10 years and 3 months ago
Stainless undermount sink!
Brand new Franke 24″ undercount stainless sink (UDTS24/10) single bowl that is still in the box could be yours for $150\. This size is perfect…
0
orrsuz
in Landmarks 10 years and 3 months ago
Landmarks visible rear facade
We are looking to modify the parlor level visible rear facade of a brownstone in a historic district. Currently there are two tall windows roughly…
0
8104012
in Heating and Air Conditioning 10 years and 3 months ago
Ductless Mini Split Advice
Hello, I’m considering installing a ductless mini split in my ground floor apartment and I’m wondering about the condenser that sits outside. Has anyone seen…
1
ACDQT
in Brownstoner Renovation 10 years and 6 months ago
Adding a Level to a Brownstone
Hello All, I am looking to refinance my house to pull money out to add a story and ½ (usable roof deck) to my 2…
14
stickerhappy
in Locksmith and Security 10 years and 5 months ago
Need a file cabinet lock picked- any (cheap) suggestions?
I have a file cabinet in the basement and I can’t find the key. I know I could call a locksmith from a key shop…
5
rbamgbo
in For Sale 10 years and 3 months ago
$400 - Beautiful tempered glass dining table & Leather Chairs
Lovely tempered glass dining table with deep mahogany legs and 4 accompanying leather dining chairs. Gently used in clean, well-maintained apt. In excellent shape. One…
0
rbamgbo
in For Sale 10 years and 3 months ago
$400 - Beautiful tempered glass dining table & Leather Chairs
Lovely tempered glass dining table with deep mahogany legs and 4 accompanying leather dining chairs. Gently used in clean, well-maintained apt. In excellent shape. One…
0
rbamgbo
in For Sale 10 years and 3 months ago
$400 - Beautiful tempered glass dining table & Leather Chairs
Lovely tempered glass dining table with deep mahogany legs and 4 accompanying leather dining chairs. Gently used in clean, well-maintained apt. In excellent shape. One…
0
rbamgbo
in For Sale 10 years and 3 months ago
$400 - Beautiful tempered glass dining table & Leather Chairs
Lovely tempered glass dining table with deep mahogany legs and 4 accompanying leather dining chairs. Gently used in clean, well-maintained apt. In excellent shape. One…
0
yesbrooklyn
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 3 months ago
Boiler/Furnance Maintenance
Need to cap the gas on an old gas fireplace in a place we recently purchased. The boiler is ancient (really not sure exact date)…
7
Can’t find the topic you’re looking for?
Find answers, ask questions, and connect with our Brownstoner community.