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suzy

in Landscaping 10 years and 11 months ago

Getting rid of knotweed without round-up?

Hi all, We are about to take on our totally neglected backyard, and we have a big patch of Japanese knotweed. Has anyone hired anyone…

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Updated 10 years and 4 months ago

gemby

in Landscaping 10 years and 7 months ago

Stump Grinding in Front Yard?

Hi, We have a tree we’d like to remove in the front yard (for lack of a better word… the small area inside our gate…

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Updated 10 years and 4 months ago

jleckner

in Bath & Kitchen 10 years and 4 months ago

New light system for hallway and stairs and kitchen !

I found this deal online for Safely Transforms your outlet cover into a Convenient night light. Easy-to-install sleek, and energy-efficient design. http://www.lowvoltagesupply.com/prod…s01-sr-101.htm Is this worth…

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Updated 10 years and 4 months ago

paynewhitney

in Carpet and Upholstery 11 years and 4 months ago

Rug Repair and Cleaning

I am the owner of a fairly large area rug in my living room; I don’t know the exact dimensions. I am not sure if…

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Updated 10 years and 4 months ago

gates_ave

in General Contractors 10 years and 4 months ago

Lally column and other issues

HELLO, We are having number of issues and we need someone to come over and advise on how to fix/remediate. One issue is a wood…

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gates_ave

in General Contractors 10 years and 4 months ago

Lally column and other issues

HELLO, We are having number of issues and we need someone to come over and advise on how to fix/remediate. One issue is a wood…

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gates_ave

in General Contractors 10 years and 4 months ago

Lally column and other issues

HELLO, We are having number of issues and we need someone to come over and advise on how to fix/remediate. One issue is a wood…

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bradeichmann

in Sidewalks 10 years and 4 months ago

Parking Regulation Question

Need some tips here. I live in Gowanus on a mixed residential/commercial street (M2-1 Zone). Across the street there is a business which uses the…

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Updated 10 years and 4 months ago

milfordprewitt

in For Sale 10 years and 4 months ago

Solid Mahogany Front Doors

2 Solid Mahogany front doors for sale. Asking Price $650. Width: 28″ each Height: 112.5″ Thickness: 2″

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milfordprewitt

in For Sale 10 years and 4 months ago

Solid Mahogany Front Doors

2 Solid Mahogany front doors for sale. Asking Price $650. Width: 28″ each Height: 112.5″ Thickness: 2″

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milfordprewitt

in For Sale 10 years and 4 months ago

Solid Mahogany Front Doors

2 Solid Mahogany front doors for sale. Asking Price $650. Width: 28″ each Height: 112.5″ Thickness: 2″

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kc

in Bath & Kitchen 10 years and 4 months ago

Stove Recommendations Please

Hi – We’re embarking on a kitchen renovation and I’d love to get some recommendations for a good gas stove, since I haven’t been excited…

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Lurker

in Inspection 10 years and 4 months ago

How to reduce Alt 2 scope, get work inspected, when permit is expired?

Double whammy here. I posted a couple months back about my AWOL GC. Since then I’ve filed with the DCA but in the meantime have…

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Updated 10 years and 4 months ago

maude

in How To 10 years and 4 months ago

What's the best way to save for a new home?

I want to begin saving for a new home, what’s some tips and advice.

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Updated 10 years and 4 months ago

dnk

in About Brooklyn 10 years and 5 months ago

Apartment under construction: Contractor is asking to tap into our electric

Hi All, I’m the owner of a brownstone. Behind me a five-story apartment house is being built (not a renovation; full construction, started from digging…

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Updated 10 years and 4 months ago

robby

in Brownstoner Renovation 10 years and 4 months ago

Is a partial plumbing gut possible?

I have an offer in on three story, two family brownstone whose mechanicals are, well, not that great. It seems the average cost for all…

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Updated 10 years and 4 months ago

emerysavers

in Building Code 10 years and 4 months ago

Building Code for HVAC on Roof

Does anyone have a link to the NYC building code that specifically addresses installation of mini-split compressors on the roof of a building? My condo…

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Updated 10 years and 4 months ago

lauradario

in Flooring 10 years and 5 months ago

Installation is so expensive. Why can?t I just do it myself?

I?ve seen different finish sheens on wood floors; some are shiny and some are not. Which one is better?

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Updated 10 years and 4 months ago

Northie

in Flooring 10 years and 5 months ago

Radiant heat & wood flooring

We are planning a reno and are considering installing Carlisle wide plan wood flooring over radiant heat (Warmboard). My research has yielded mixed results, so…

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Updated 10 years and 4 months ago

rhjmem

in Building Code 10 years and 7 months ago

Adding a Shower to a half bath

I am considering adding a shower to a half bath. The Shower would extend into my kitchen, thereby making my Kitchen (over 80 sq feet)…

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Updated 10 years and 4 months ago

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