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randolph

in Decks and Porches 13 years and 10 months ago

Change in C of O to replace roof deck?

Our condo building is looking into replacing a common roof deck and one of our contractors is saying that we may have to change to…

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chelseagirl

in Doors & Windows 13 years and 10 months ago

painting window bars and window rims

we’re having new windows put in, and are having our window bars (two levels) and the wood frames around the windows painted. we want a…

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Updated 13 years and 10 months ago

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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bkmashup

in Lawyers and legal service 13 years and 10 months ago

foreclosed condo, turned into an illegal hostel - what to do?

condo unit in my building is in foreclosure. owner moved out, but w/ help of a broker, has turned it into an illegal hostel. legal…

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Updated 13 years and 10 months ago

deanbh

in Financial Services 13 years and 10 months ago

what the heck does this mean?

Property History Event Amount Date Show details **Deed Transfer recorded**  n/a 10/25/2006 Hide details _Buyer_ Fischman, Michael I And Fischman, Shoshanna _Seller_ M.S.F. Hicks Family…

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Updated 13 years and 10 months ago

iatepaste

in Flooring 13 years and 10 months ago

Busted floors in a new development.. what should I do?

Hey all! So I moved into a brand new condo in November. Shortly after the heat went on the floors started warping, in some places…

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Updated 13 years and 10 months ago

plgbound

in Demolition 13 years and 10 months ago

Leinster Contracting - Asbestos Abatement Recommendation

I would like to highly recommend the asbestos abatement contractor, Leinster Contracting.  Patrick is a very straight up individual and gave us a very reasonable…

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shasha

in Brownstoner 13 years and 10 months ago

How do you check up on a mortgage company ie Emery Federal if it is in Ohio and its rates seem fantastic for a refi?

How do you check up on a mortgage company ie Emery Federal if it is in Ohio and its rates seem great but I’m in…

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Updated 13 years and 10 months ago

CG11231

in Co-Op Related 13 years and 10 months ago

Attorney for Refinancing of Brownstone Co-op

Does anyone have an attorney recommendation – looking for someone to represent the building (4 units) through closing.  We’re located in Carroll Gardens. Thank you.

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Updated 13 years and 10 months ago

amyschachter

in Quality of Life 13 years and 10 months ago

Help - Wasp nest on our roof

Good morning all.  What an exciting evening we had last night – went up to our roof to enjoy a glass of wine and found…

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Updated 13 years and 10 months ago

iatepaste

in Flooring 13 years and 10 months ago

Busted floors in a new development.. what should I do?

Hey all! So I moved into a brand new condo in November. Shortly after the heat went on the floors started warping, in some places…

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wingmoose

in Bath & Kitchen 13 years and 11 months ago

custom painted ikea?

Hey all- I’m reading a lot about designers having ikea cabinet doors (specifically the applad or tildaholm styles) custom painted. Have any of you done…

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Updated 13 years and 10 months ago

roux42

in Garden Design and Maintenance 13 years and 10 months ago

Large tree stump removal?

Hello folks! We have a large stump at the Prospect Heights Community Farm (on St. Marks by Vanderbilt) that we need removed. The stump is…

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Updated 13 years and 10 months ago

orrsuz

in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 10 months ago

recs to install kitchen and bathroom exhaust fans - volume3

Kitchen is located centre of house – need duct to run through one wall, across the next room (approx 10ft) and out the rear wall.…

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Updated 13 years and 10 months ago

daveinbedstuy

in Appliances 13 years and 10 months ago

Any Philly readers left? Appliance repair Guys

I had a great experience with AJs Appliance repair, as did two of my neighbors.  They were recommended to me by AIRS Appliances and my…

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amyschachter

in Quality of Life 13 years and 10 months ago

Help - Wasp nest on our roof

Good morning all.  What an exciting evening we had last night – went up to our roof to enjoy a glass of wine and found…

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roux42

in Garden Design and Maintenance 13 years and 10 months ago

Large tree stump removal?

Hello folks! We have a large stump at the Prospect Heights Community Farm (on St. Marks by Vanderbilt) that we need removed. The stump is…

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scoop69

in Garden Design and Maintenance 13 years and 10 months ago

Best Plants for Shady Garden

My backyard garden is in the shade most of the time so I need some ideas for plants and flowers that will do okay in…

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Updated 13 years and 10 months ago

shasha

in Brownstoner 13 years and 10 months ago

How do you check up on a mortgage company ie Emery Federal if it is in Ohio and its rates seem fantastic for a refi?

How do you check up on a mortgage company ie Emery Federal if it is in Ohio and its rates seem great but I’m in…

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guikazoid

in Pest Control 13 years and 10 months ago

Termite / Pest Control for Frame House In Gowanus

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4e2736d524e22-.jpg We would like to get some type of pest control system (mainly prevent termites) at our new (potential) house.  What company does the community suggest?…

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