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backyard/contractor recommendations

Looking for a reliable contractor for a backyard design makeover for Bed-Stuy brownstone backyard complete makeover. Suggestions anyone?

Construction Superintendent DOB Requirement

Hi All. I need some insight and advice please. My wife and I were moments away from pulling our permit this week on a renovation…

Construction Superintendent DOB Requirement

Hi All. I need some insight and advice please. My wife and I were moments away from pulling our permit this week on a renovation…

Brick under fireplace

My friend is renovating their house and their contractor told them they need to fix the brick arch below the parlor floor fireplace. He said…

what building is this?

I really like the look of the building with the w logo with purple background? [Screen Shot 2017-01-19 at 16](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s2/:brownstoner:ZwnQ:screenshot20170119at16.45.10.jpg.jpg)

Roof inspection recommendations?

Hi all – just wondering if anyone has recommendations for an inspector or roofer willing to inspect roof work we’ve had done on our house…

Rough process & time converting Residential to Office.

what building is this?

I really like the look of the building with the w logo with purple background? [Screen Shot 2017-01-19 at 16](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s2/:brownstoner:ZwnQ:screenshot20170119at16.45.10.jpg.jpg)

What are the benefits of becoming a Landmarked District?

In what ways does it benefit homeowners, if any?

Bulkhead + Windows Recommendations?

Hi, I’m looking for two sets of recommendations if anyone has people they’d worked with. One is for a bulkhead in my back yard, I…

Places that buy appliances in Brooklyn?

A quick question — anyone know any businesses that buy appliances in Brooklyn? New appliances, not old ones. Thanks.

Cap rate in north Park Slope

I’m starting to think about selling my rental brownstone. The location is excellent – right near the Park and Grand Army Plaza. Any opinions on…

Blown-in insulation toxicity/safety

I am looking at a two-fold insulation project – one part is insulating my cockloft (heh heh) and one part is for sound reduction in…

Landmarks submission

Architect seeking an experienced preservationist to prepare and present a package to the local community board and Landmarks commission for a proposed rear yard extension…

Need advice: Addressing HVAC & water heater issues in renovated home

Hi all. First time poster here. I need to “vent” about my situation and ask for some advice. (not sure if this should go under…

I'm looking to buy a frameless shower door 3/8" or 1/2" thick, need suggestions or what and where to buy

My wife and I are renovating our bathroom and are looking for a frameless shower door.  Shopping around we found http://showerdoorsdeals.com/.  Does anyone have experience…

How was it working with a contractor?

I’m doing a research assignment for a class project and I’m wondering if you could answer this survey. It’s short, 4 questions and is geared…

How was it working with a contractor?

I’m doing a research assignment for a class project and I’m wondering if you could answer this survey. It’s short, 4 questions and is geared…

Glass Prices

I have sticker shock from shopping for a shower door. Does anyone have a recommendation for a supplier that is a bit lower than the…

Brooklyn Co-op average sq/ft $ ?

HI Everyone, Was wondering if anybody knows or can point to a source for average price sq/ft for Brooklyn Co-ops right now for a loft…