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cm

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 1 month ago

Asbestos Removal needed

I currently have about 20′ feet of asbestos covering my pipes in the basement.  I was quoted $1800 to remove it by Liam Hogan at…

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cm

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 1 month ago

Asbestos Removal needed

I currently have about 20′ feet of asbestos covering my pipes in the basement.  I was quoted $1800 to remove it by Liam Hogan at…

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orrsuz

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 1 month ago

Recs to refinish cast iron tubs

We have a cast iron tub which we want to refinish (inside and out), any recommendations for someone who does this? Thanks

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orrsuz

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 1 month ago

Recs to refinish cast iron tubs

We have a cast iron tub which we want to refinish (inside and out), any recommendations for someone who does this? Thanks

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needy

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 1 month ago

need sources to keep my brownstone honest

Hello,  We are just about to close on a single family brick house in greenpoint, built in 1901 We have a contractor and architect, but…

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desperatelyseekingbrownstone

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 1 month 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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needy

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 1 month ago

need sources to keep my brownstone honest

Hello,  We are just about to close on a single family brick house in greenpoint, built in 1901 We have a contractor and architect, but…

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nona525

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 1 month ago

Renovation Supervisor?

I am still considering buying a house in Bay Ridge that needs renovation. It may be mostly cosmetic, plus kitchen and bath redo.  It could…

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nona525

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 1 month ago

Renovation Supervisor?

I am still considering buying a house in Bay Ridge that needs renovation. It may be mostly cosmetic, plus kitchen and bath redo.  It could…

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RBCG

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 1 month ago

Where to find millwork for stairs?

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e0baae94be61- I need to replace the millwork from the edge of the stairs in my brownstone. In particular, I need a couple of pieces like…

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RBCG

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 1 month ago

Where to find millwork for stairs?

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e0baae94be61- I need to replace the millwork from the edge of the stairs in my brownstone. In particular, I need a couple of pieces like…

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spaceaddict

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 1 month ago

Buying a Brownstone for under 500K

I want to gauge the possibility of getting a liveable (do not have to be renovated) Brownstone that is within walking distance to the A…

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chriswilson23

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 1 month ago

Budget Cost for a 3rd Floor Addition

Hi Guys,What might the budget range be to add a 3rd floor addition on 14′ x 30′ building?The wife and I are considering purchasing a…

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chriswilson23

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 1 month ago

Budget Cost for a 3rd Floor Addition

Hi Guys,What might the budget range be to add a 3rd floor addition on 14′ x 30′ building?The wife and I are considering purchasing a…

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brownieinhk

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 1 month ago

Wooden floor in kitchen?

Hello Brownstoners,I wanted your sage advice about kitchen flooring materials.  We have original pine plank floors on the parlor level, and I would love to…

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chelseagirl

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 1 month ago

ironworkers: ricardo or igor?

does anyone have experience, good or bad, with either? thank you.

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brownieinhk

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 1 month ago

Wooden floor in kitchen?

Hello Brownstoners,I wanted your sage advice about kitchen flooring materials.  We have original pine plank floors on the parlor level, and I would love to…

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chelseagirl

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 1 month ago

ironworkers: ricardo or igor?

does anyone have experience, good or bad, with either? thank you.

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shnarkie

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 1 month ago

Owner's Representative and inexpensive Designer

Hello – I have 2 questions 1) has anyone ever worked with an Owner’s Representative in a renovation project? We are planning a decent sized…

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sunny10

in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 1 month ago

Indoor painter recommendation

I recently used a painter I found on Brownstoner, Jamie Grubb, and wanted to report back what an excellent job he did. He repainted our…

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