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Nilso
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 7 months ago
Plaster Ceiling
I want to redo the crumbling plaster ceiling in my basement with a new one – is it worthwhile to keep the old wooden slats…
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numnum
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 7 months ago
I'd like to convert a one family brownstone into a two family. Any advice?
My sister owns an one family brownstone in Park Slope and, in the interest of saving money and being close but separate, she would like…
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gfsoileau
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 8 months ago
Extending Parapet?
Hello Brownstoners, my neighbor has an old extension that is partially on my property. The extension is old, older than 10 years and is now…
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gfsoileau
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 8 months ago
Extending Parapet?
Hello Brownstoners, my neighbor has an old extension that is partially on my property. The extension is old, older than 10 years and is now…
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NewToMarket
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 8 months ago
Estimate for water damage
Apologies for asking a question that has probably been asked before. I am trying to buy a brownstone and water damage occurred between our inspection…
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rebox
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 8 months ago
waterproofing cellar with drylock?
Are there any professionals out there who can weigh in on drylock or thoroseal to waterproof a cellar whose foundation is stone. The walls and…
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desperatelyseekingbrownstone
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 9 months ago
Do I need a General Contractor for facade renovation?
I’m considering a renovation of our brownstone facade, including stucco, new windows, cornice and ironwork. Do I need a GC for this, or does is…
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NewToMarket
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 8 months ago
Estimate for water damage
Apologies for asking a question that has probably been asked before. I am trying to buy a brownstone and water damage occurred between our inspection…
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workerb
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 8 months ago
203k renovation loans
So I’m thinking about taking on a gut reno and maybe applying for a 203k, but I’m only just beginning to do the research. I’ve…
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achildgrows
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 8 months ago
Do you need shutters? We have them!
When we bought our house 8 years ago, the former owner had removed all the shutters for the rehab. He told us the shutters are…
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10014
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 8 months ago
Inexpensive Radiator Cover
I am looking for two radiator covers for my rental apartment. Since I don’t my home, I do not want to spend a lot of…
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MichaelPGross
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 8 months ago
Protecting the Roof with Plastic Decking Tiles?
My new condo building has a common roof space, but the roof does not have any decking or protective layer on it. It is currently…
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MichaelPGross
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 8 months ago
Protecting the Roof with Plastic Decking Tiles?
My new condo building has a common roof space, but the roof does not have any decking or protective layer on it. It is currently…
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parkslopemom
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 8 months ago
Intercom repair
Today’s floods shorted out our house intercom system (wires in cellar got soaked). Any recommendations on person/company who is great at intercom repair?
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10014
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 8 months ago
Inexpensive Radiator Cover
I am looking for two radiator covers for my rental apartment. Since I don’t my home, I do not want to spend a lot of…
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seriousasaheartattack
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 8 months ago
Basement Ceiling - exposed joists
Hi All, I’m currently in the process of removing our basement’s ancient, crumbling plaster ceiling as step one of making the space usable. My…
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xanthiner
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 8 months ago
Deck question
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e417ab9b594f-.jpg I’ve recently moved to Prospect Heights and found an apartment. When viewing, the landlord said that if we desired, for an extra $200 a…
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seriousasaheartattack
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 8 months ago
Basement Ceiling - exposed joists
Hi All, I’m currently in the process of removing our basement’s ancient, crumbling plaster ceiling as step one of making the space usable. My…
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