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Scott Schnall

I was late to the last Schnall discussion on the forum so my apologies for the repeat. We are in the same position as several…

Iron gate under stoop

Any first hand recommendation on repair of iron gate under stoop?

Brownstone facade restoration

After reading several good reviews about Mega Construction owner, Nazim Uddin I decided to check out some brownstones he was working at on 11th street,…

Selling Townhouse

Thinking of maybe putting my house on the market, wondering which realtor is the best these days. Thanks!

Anyone know a good dump site for construction debris?

I need to dispose of a large quantity of bagged plaster and drywall garbage and have a truck. Does anyone know of a site anywhere…

Getting a mortgage on a property in poor condition

Some mortgage bankers I’ve spoken to have suggested that if the condition of a property is too poor (e.g. if it’s “uninhabitable” in its current…

Removing extension

If I want to remove a one level extension from the back of our building do I need a permit? It has no foundation and…

Roxul for FREE

I have leftover Roxul that I am happy to give away gratis. See the picture. A lot of 1″x24″x48″ and two bags of scrap 1″,…

FDNY using google earth to check on roofs?

Hi all – this is somewhat out there, but has anyone else heard that FDNY is now using google satellite images to check on the…

Looking for professional painters to repaint kitchen cabinets

Hi, I’m looking for recommendations for someone to repaint our kitchen cabinets. I’d prefer recommendations from someone who had their cabinets repainted. Thanks!!!

Looking for professional painters to repaint kitchen cabinets

Hi, I’m looking for recommendations for someone to repaint our kitchen cabinets. I’d prefer recommendations from someone who had their cabinets repainted. Thanks!!!

Looking for linoleum installer

Looking for linoleum installer

Insurance for townhouse

I am currently insuring my 1879 townhouse through Chubb. It is extremely expensive, over 8,000/ year. Add to that flood insurance from another insurer (not…

Selling Townhouse

Thinking of maybe putting my house on the market, wondering which realtor is the best these days. Thanks!

Real Estate Income and Expense Statements (RPIE)

As I was reading my tax bill for my multi-family house, I came across a notice that owners renting their properties out need to file…

Help - brownstone leaks throughout house

I know no one can diagnose sight unseen, but it’s Friday night and raining hard and can’t get in touch with a contractor yet. We…

Painter needed for second floor exterior signage

I have a historic metal sign on the front of my building that needs lettering outlined and painted. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Painter needed for second floor exterior signage

I have a historic metal sign on the front of my building that needs lettering outlined and painted. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

seeking someone to strip old shellac from woodwork

Can anyone recommend someone who will remove the bubbled, darkened, “alligator” shallac finish from old woodwork? I believe some do it with chemicals, others simply…