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Barbjean
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 1 month ago
Landmark approved Window Contractors
Has anyone in the last year had Landmark approved windows installed? Any recommendations? Also need outside windows painted on all 4 floors. Thanks.
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scarboroslikechuck
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 1 month ago
We plan on purchasing a 2-fam home via the 203k route and are looking for any advice or recommendations on architects & GCs with 203k experience. Thanks
architect – 203k
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breadbasket
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 1 month ago
sourcing fixtures, appliances, tile, etc. for renovation
Hi, I’m about to begin a full renovation of my four story brownstone, and am currently in the process of hiring an architect and…
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ferney1c
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 1 month ago
How can a renovation be planned and costs be controlled?
I am so new to the renovation game, I may be asking a very elementary question. I have a four story brownstone to work with. …
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samsam
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 1 month ago
Roughly how much can I expect to spend, on a per sq ft basis, to build a brownstone on vacant land in Boerum Hill?
I know this is a very general question, but I am looking to gain a ROUGH extimate on how much it may cost me to…
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esther
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 1 month ago
Renovation Blog
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50378ad40928e-.jpg Hi Brownstoners! I am very interested in blogging about my 5th floor addition and 4th floor renovation project. I love all of the reno…
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cate
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 1 month ago
Photo Pool Challenge: Wallpaper
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/50364cc2342b8-.jpg Have you used wallpaper in your home, or are there any wallpapers you are considering using? We would love to see any photos you…
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finallygonnareno
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 1 month ago
Jerzy Wilczek | American Residential Contractors?
If anyone has experience with this Brooklyn contractor for renovation work, I’d be grateful to hear about it.
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frenchinbk
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 1 month ago
Co-Op loan/mortgage
I live in a 3-unit co-op building and we are looking to refinance the mortgage on the building in order to get some work done…
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lauranyc
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 1 month ago
Stair Contractor left gaping holes and 2x4s holding up the stairs
I’m pretty distraught over my first major home renovation since we bought our clapboard house a year ago. I hired a stair specialist to replace…
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kbbk
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 1 month ago
Kitchen and bath remodel
Looking for reccos on folks who do kitchen and bath remodeling. Need someone with some design experience as well as actually doing the reno.
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Amym718
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 1 month ago
Off our rockers not to file?
We’re about to do some remodeling. Most of it falls well within the boundaries of what is permitted without filing. (A bathroom upgrade with all…
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hellerjoshua
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 1 month ago
Great Architect Experience.
I am writing to praise Ed Kopel Architecture. My wife and I recently renovated our 1930’s brick colonial. The job included structural work, reconfiguration of…
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janeteditor
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 1 month ago
Brownstone Steps need Patching
Hi All, Can anyone recommend someone who can patch brownstone steps? The edges of some of our steps are in need of repair. Thanks, Janet
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alexk
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 1 month ago
Looking for a Strucural Engenier
Hi, We a renovating and want to make a loft out of the attic room. This will require some joists to be removed. They do…
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morganpony68
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
Under Stoop Horror...
Well not that bad but still any help appreciated…. My understoop entry has a huge, thick door to the exterior and one door to the…
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notny
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
Asbestos Investigation Companies?
We need one for our filing with DOB. 2 family three story townhouse. Can anyone recommend one and ballpark the cost?
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slightREobsession
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
Dipping doors?
I have two doors that need the paint striped off them, and was hoping someone could pick them up, dip them, and bring them back.…
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elm_bk
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
fire ladder - out the window or to the roof or both?
Hi, We are settling in to a three-floor south slope frame house that has been medium-renovated. There is a very old ladder in a closet…
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awa
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
Looking for an architect, an engineer and a contractor (separated or all in one) recommendations for a cellar renovation in CG
The work would include digging up, removing walls, installing a laundry room, ect…. Looking for a business with great references and reasonable prices. Thanks! AW
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