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chamster

in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago

Recommend me a repairman for my broken dishwasher! New Jersey.

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Updated 9 years and 6 months ago

rhjmem

in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago

Converting cellar to basement

CO list lower level on two family house as cellar, top two floors are each separate apartments. Recently had survey done which stated more than…

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ixnaycb20

in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago

Landscaping

Have a 8 foot by 4 foot area in front of the house that i want to fix up. Id like to plant some box…

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Updated 9 years and 6 months ago

wjbehrle

in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago

Cornice Work?

Please tell me about cornice restoration and replacement! My wood + sheet metal cornice is in need of work, and I’m wondering if it might…

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dangermouse

in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago

Can anyone recommend a book or literature to learn NYC construction & planning?

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katdov

in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago

Exterior work

Still striking out on a stucco guy – either busy or job not big enough. Any recommendation would be greatly appreciated.

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agmcmullen

in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago

Sponsor withholding mold Inspection

I moved into a new construction building a few months ago. Closing was delayed about 5 months and I did not know why, just “It’s…

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Updated 9 years and 6 months ago

dumbogirl

in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago

Need basic maintenance gardener -- and referrals?

Seeking someone for basic weeding and trimming — nothing fancy! Any good leads? Thanks!

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Updated 9 years and 6 months ago

monique

in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago

Anybody recently secure financing for an SRO with Certificate of Non Harassment?

Most posts are from a few years ago. I am wondering if the climate has improved or if anyone has any commercial lenders they can…

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Updated 9 years and 6 months ago

danilolavia

in Bath & Kitchen 9 years and 6 months ago

Need help with small adjustment to bathtub and tile- Brooklyn

Water pools in the gap b/t drop-in tub’s lip and wall. Need someone to skillfully build a tile ledge w/ a slight pitch to catch…

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danilolavia

in Bath & Kitchen 9 years and 6 months ago

Need help with small adjustment to bathtub and tile- Brooklyn

Water pools in the gap b/t drop-in tub’s lip and wall. Need someone to skillfully build a tile ledge w/ a slight pitch to catch…

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mgemodi

in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 9 years and 6 months ago

Is 1650 a fair price for a plumber to file a permit with D.O.B.

Is $1650 a high price for a plumber to file a permit with D.O.B. to replace some unions on some pipes in my basement to…

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Updated 9 years and 6 months ago

danilolavia

in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago

Need small adjustment to bathtub and tile- BROOKLYN

Water pools in the gap b/t drop-in tub’s lip and wall. Need someone to skillfully build a tile ledge w/ a slight pitch to catch…

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orrsuz

in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago

Kitchen cabinets available

We are re-doing our kitchen and have a wall of maple slab cabinets and island available to anyone who is willing to come and pick…

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deanbh

in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago

Stone paver deck

I’m looking for someone to build a 10×24 stone paver deck with metal frame that looks like this. Please reply here or email dean-:at:-collins.net.pr [Stone…

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Updated 9 years and 6 months ago

afrodytka8585

in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago

Suggestions for an old metal door that does not let in any natural light

The front door to our brownstone is a heavy metal fireproof door, which was installed years ago by the previous owner. We really want to…

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Updated 9 years and 6 months ago

mveayzjgfs

in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago

Looking for a company to supply and install a fiber glass exterior front door.

I cant believe how difficult it is to find someone. There are companies that will sell you a door and not install it and people…

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mrohrmann

in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago

DOB filing costs question

What should a full DOB filing with plans, permits, etc run for a studio apartment where just the kitchen and bathroom are being redone, no…

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Updated 9 years and 6 months ago

mgemodi

in Plumbing 9 years and 6 months ago

D.O.B. Permit to Replace Illegal Unions on Pipes and Gas Line Test

I had a plumber quote me over the phone $175 to do gas line test and $1650 to file for a permit to be able…

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agdipierro

in Renovation 9 years and 6 months ago

Interior Shutters

What is best look for interior shutters? Previous architect tried to steer me towards solid panels but I insisted that they needed louvers or would…

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Updated 9 years and 6 months ago

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