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deanbh
in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago
NYC contractors must be doing just fine
The New York economy must be doing just fine, been chasing a NYC contractor for a quote to replace our rear deck. They missed the…
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stickerhappy
in Plumbing 9 years and 6 months ago
Permit needed for replacement of gas-powered hot water heater?
Just wondering if any permits are needed for swapping out a gas hot water heater or can my very capable and experienced but non-licensed plumber…
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soundhoner
in Renovation 9 years and 6 months ago
Architect Plan - Strategy for two separate renovations? One plan or two?
Hi all, I have two phases of my project for my 3 story, 2 fam home. The top floor needs to be renovated soon, and…
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bk123
in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago
sickening cellar-basement topic again
A single family house sits 20′ back from the front prop line. The first floor is a good 4′ above the curb. The grade around…
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steve7876
in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago
Custom Table Legs
Any good recommendations for a place to get custom table legs made in the Brooklyn/NY area? I have a dining table that I would like…
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Parksloper
in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago
GOOD USED FURNITURE FOR SALE - SAT., OCT. 1, 2:00 - 4:00 pm
We’re selling some used furniture and a few other household items — all in great condition — this weekend at rock bottom prices. Larger pieces…
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mgemodi
in Plumbing 9 years and 6 months ago
Why do plumbers still use expediters to file LAA permits instead of efiling.
I was looking online at the process of say apply for a gas permit to change some pipes and got me thinking if this job…
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hullsean
in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago
rodent problem in ventilation system
I have what I believe is a rat living in the dryer ventilation duct. I found where he was getting in, and covered that hole…
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robyim1
in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago
Violation for railing on roof
Hello Everyone Just got a surprise DOB visit and gave me a violation for a railing we put in on the roof of my brownstone.…
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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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Cocg
in Government 14 years and 9 months ago
Double-parking on alternate side parking street cleaning days?
Hey Brownstoners — What, if any, are the “rules” around double-parking on street cleaning days? Is it generally understood that it’s OK to do as…
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katdov
in General Discussion 9 years and 8 months ago
Trash Enclosures
Hello, can anyone recommend a company that builds trash enclosures? I’ve called Citibins, but they seem to work with modular systems that allow little customization.…
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stickerhappy
in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago
Mold remediation company recs?
Anyone have any good experience to share with a mold remediation company? We have a basement space that has a few moldy walls and now…
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nroy
in General Discussion 9 years and 7 months ago
Need a recco for a LICENSED PLUMBER
Hello, I need a recommendation for a licensed plumber to come do an inspection. Yelp reviews for several plumbers look bogus. The property next door…
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mzmisdacutljvesg
in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago
Disposing of construction debris
To save some money, I am going to be doing the demo for my apt renovation in Manhattan. I am estimating about 5-7 tons of…
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reagan9000
in Exteriors 9 years and 6 months ago
Landmarks Bluestone Sidewalk Recommendation
Since a number of posters here are looking for good bluestone sidewalk vendors, after going to a number of contractors for a similar job, I…
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kevinwalter
in General Discussion 9 years and 6 months ago
Permits for re-installing staircase?
The prior owners of our 2-family row house removed the staircase between the parlor and garden floors, presumably to get more usable square footage in…
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clintonstbh
in General Discussion 9 years and 7 months ago
Metro Box trash can enclosures
I am looking for advice from people who have purchased Metro Box trash can enclosures. There are some recommendations on the site and the boxes…
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