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katdov
in General Discussion 9 years and 5 months ago
Handyman/outdoor work
Hello! Does anyone have a handyman who can do outside work – clean and level a backyard? it’s been used as a dumpsite for some…
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viaorient
in Heating and Cooling 12 years and 10 months ago
Navien Energy Efficient Combi Boiler
I am converting oit to gas and I got a proposal with Navien boiler. Has anyone heard of this brand? I heard it’s fairly new…
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stickman
in General Discussion 9 years and 5 months ago
new roof
What is the approximate price to install a new asphalt roof (flat roof)? That would include repair/removal of damaged areas of existing roof and installing…
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kassie319
in General Discussion 9 years and 5 months ago
Electrical inspection
Can an electrical inspector issue violations for items other than re- wiring. For example, use of a 3 family as a 2. Wiring for legal…
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juliaalexis
in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago
does anyone have experience with getting an 'expert witness' ...
unfortunately my problems with the general contractor for my stoop repairs are still unresolved and i am in the process of filing a civil court…
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Ahielscher
in General Discussion 9 years and 5 months ago
Risk Associated with Purchasing Brownstone Renovated Illegally
We are considering purchasing a Brooklyn brownstone that has been renovated (kitchens moved, bathrooms installed, etc) but no permits for this work have been filed.…
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Springs
in General Discussion 9 years and 5 months ago
Powder coating heater covers
I would like to know if there is a local company in Brooklyn that would be able to powder coat 2 heating/AC unit covers. They…
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dangermouse
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 9 years and 5 months ago
How long do the approvals take when changing to food use from not food use?
For example, going from dry to wet or say a retail store to a restaurant?
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wilneida
in General Discussion 9 years and 5 months ago
Moving - What Do I Have To Do To NOT Take Them With Me
I’m moving because of Noseeums in my house. What do I have to do to NOT take them with me. Thank You.
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momolito
in General Discussion 9 years and 5 months ago
how much should it cost to tile about 4-5 feet of wall in a tiny bathroom about
64-24 inches. About 90 sq ft of tile? Ballpark cost. I feel like my contractor is gouging me! Subway tiles and a trim of about…
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makainyc
in General Discussion 9 years and 5 months ago
Noisy Steam Heating System
Hi, We are having an issue with banging in the steam heating system. When boiler kicks on there is loud banging for about 5 minutes.…
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megannyc
in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago
Finishing basement
I’m looking to finish my basement in a brownstone and am not sure whether I need a general contractor, architect, design-build, etc. The basement is…
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katiekatie
in General Discussion 9 years and 5 months ago
water damage in wall. please help!
Hello, the wall plaster is buckling and cracking in top floor of brownstone. The damage in the top back corner wall of the house, ahout…
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hkhouselove
in General Discussion 9 years and 8 months ago
Full Renovation job on a small 2 family brick house
Hey Everyone! I used to post here all the time under gemini10. I see some of the old gang is still here – that’s great!…
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deanbh
in General Discussion 9 years and 5 months ago
AirBNB law
How do people feel about the new law banning AirBNB in NYC for whole apartments on rentals less than 30 days? – http://www.theverge.com/2016/10/21/13361536/airbnb-new-york-cuomo-bill-ban-short-term
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rhjmem
in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago
Adding additional electric meter
I have a two family house with two electric and two gas meters. I want to add a third electric meter to cover the common…
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adam_dahill
in General Discussion 9 years and 5 months ago
Small Steel Deck Visible from Street in Landmarked Neighborhood?
I’m looking for examples of steel decks (off parlor) that have been approved in Landmarked districts. I have a corner property where the rear of…
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Duplex heating in the winter/air circulation
Does anyone have a good idea how to prevent the upper floor becoming a sauna and the lower level being too cold? Do ceiling fans…
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