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esdad697
in Doors & Windows 13 years and 10 months ago
Basement Window Dryer Vent
My dryer vents through a glass pane in basement window. It is falling apart. The house is a 1910 Victorian with what looks like stone walls…
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stevecym
in Metalwork 13 years and 10 months ago
Used Mylen Spiral Staircase Spotted at Long Island Yard Sale
I was at a yard sale this weekend in Southold and the homeowner had a used Mylen spiral staircase sitting in his yard. It has been…
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guest4
in Furniture 13 years and 10 months ago
Dialogica table for sale (UWS)
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e2dda9b00e7f-.jpg For sale – every reasonable offer considered. Comes with an extension leaf. Wear and tear on surface & on legs. Seats 6 comfortably.
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guest4
in Furniture 13 years and 10 months ago
Dialogica table for sale (UWS)
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e2dda9b00e7f-.jpg For sale – every reasonable offer considered. Comes with an extension leaf. Wear and tear on surface & on legs. Seats 6 comfortably.
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wg123
in Exterminator 13 years and 10 months ago
Does anyone know of a reliable exterminator to treat termites?
I have termites in my brick Brooklyn basement. If anyone has a referral to someone affordable and reliable, please let me know.
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astrograss
in Moving and Storage 13 years and 10 months ago
I need to have a couch moved from my apartment to the sidewalk TODAY!!
I need to have a sleeper sofa moved from my Cobble Hill apartment to the sidewalk today. 2 movers is necessary. 1 flight up after…
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kissiffer4
in Insurance 13 years and 10 months ago
Brownstone BUILDING insurance
Hi, I hope somebody can help with this. We are relatively new owners in our building (3 family brownstone – condo) and looking over the…
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11231
in Counters 13 years and 10 months ago
Cork countertops good in kitchen? Where to get?
Pros and cons cork countertops in kitchen? Any place display them in NYC? Thanks,
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haven19
in Landlord 13 years and 10 months ago
Lease Rider for Garden Apartment
We are going to be renting out the garden apartment of our house for the first time. The apartment comes with exclusive use of the…
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mpcmpc
in Decks and Porches 13 years and 10 months ago
Good source for ipe wood?
We’re building a small deck in our back yard. Can someone recommend a good source for ipe wood? We are in Greenpoint, near queens. Thanks…
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pcvhaiti
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 10 months ago
Past Illegal Work: Problems with Changing C of O?
I am considering putting an offer on an non-landmarked brownstone that needs a lot of work and we would be seeking a major renovation, including a…
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reno101
in Chimney and Fireplace 13 years and 10 months ago
Fireplace Surround Finish
Hello All, We are restoring the cast iron surround of our non working Victorian marble fireplace. We are undecided on the finish, flat or…
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dittoburg
in Radiators 13 years and 10 months ago
Anyone know of reproduction cast-iron radiator vendors?
My internet searching has lead me to multiple British companies (seems to be all the rage over there) but the only one I’ve found in…
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architecturalimagery
in Decks and Porches 13 years and 11 months ago
Backyard Deck Renovations - Contractor Recommendations??
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4dffe438ced76- Hi, I am looking for a reputable, experienced, & inexpensive contractor to build a small backyard deck in the rear of a Condo in…
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arewedoneyet
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 13 years and 10 months ago
Cornice repair/replacement
We have a landmarked brownstone with a cornice that is decaying. I’m looking for advice on repair and/or replacement. I believe that it is wood…
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PleasantPlainer
in DIY 13 years and 10 months ago
Repairing water damaged floor joists - what joist hangers for brick?
Hi, I have to reinforce a few floor joists that are “moderately” water damaged on the 2nd floor of a 100 y/o brick row house.…
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Master Plvmber
in Plumbers and Plumbing 13 years and 10 months ago
Bathroom leak? Follow these steps before calling for help.
I’m reposting this from 2007. I’m not sure what prompted me to write it then, but today it’s because I’ve gotten two of these calls…
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gimmeshelter
in Mortgage 13 years and 10 months ago
Mortgage Contingency Question
Hi. Is it customary as a buyer to add a clause in the mortgage contingency for a rate cap on the mortgage you are offered…
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