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kalifornia1983
in General Discussion 9 years and 11 months ago
Bird netting or chicken wire over air shaft?
The 8’x10′ air shaft in our four-story building needs protection against pigeons. Right now we’re using chicken wire attached to 2×4 beams that rest on…
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Stoop re-paint
Our painted brownstone stoop is chipping quite a bit. Does anyone have any recommendations for re-painting over a brownstone stoop. We can not afford to…
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karolnyc
in General Discussion 9 years and 11 months ago
Marble counter refinishing
Hi, we have a 2yr old marble counter and island in our kitchen. I wanted to have it refinished (it’s in good condition but has…
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jjbel
in General Discussion 9 years and 11 months ago
Moving roof drain pipe / space between fences
Hello all, couple of questions. On the back of the house, I’m trying to move the roof drainage pipe from the left side of the…
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dashe
in Doors & Windows 9 years and 11 months ago
Window Installation
Hi. We are looking for a recommendation for someone to measure and install brownstone windows. We need new windows entirely – not replacements. Thanks.
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trini73diva
in Conversion 9 years and 11 months ago
Convert a brownstone from a 2 family to a 3 family
I have a 2 family brownstone that I want to convert into a 3 family. Basically put a kitchen on the middle floor and a…
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peaceout
in General Discussion 9 years and 11 months ago
Backyard Fence Recs
We would like to install a shadow box fence in our backyard. This can be special ordered thru Lowes, but wondering if there are any…
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wang.mariann
in General Discussion 9 years and 11 months ago
Cast Iron Radiators for Sale/Pickup
Anyone interested in a lot 10 Victorian Cast Iron Steam Radiators? They are various sizes, mostly 36″ talk and ranging from 8″ wide to 36″…
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wang.mariann
in General Discussion 9 years and 11 months ago
Cast Iron Radiators for Sale/Pickup
Anyone interested in a lot 10 Victorian Cast Iron Steam Radiators? They are various sizes, mostly 36″ talk and ranging from 8″ wide to 36″…
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octopony
in General Discussion 9 years and 11 months ago
Windows: Pella VS Anderson VS Crystal???
Gutting my townhouse and was debating between Pella and Anderson, and then recently noticed a lot of new builds in the neighborhood with Crystal windows.…
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bk123
in General Discussion 9 years and 11 months ago
Sprinklers
A conversion of a 4 story 3 fam to 1 family was approved without sprinklers.
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bk123
in General Discussion 9 years and 11 months ago
Sprinklers
A conversion of a 4 story 3 fam to 1 family was approved without sprinklers.
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larrygile
in Renovation 10 years ago
Small electrical jobs
We are seeking a reliable electrician to tackle a few small jobs in our townhouse. Suggestions appreciated.
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nick521
in General Discussion 9 years and 11 months ago
Quartz Counter Top for sale
I am revamping my kitchen island, so I have a kitchen island counter top available for sale. Slab is white quartz, 37.5″x50″x13″ thick, $400.00 OBO,…
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nick521
in General Discussion 9 years and 11 months ago
Quartz Counter Top for sale
I am revamping my kitchen island, so I have a kitchen island counter top available for sale. Slab is white quartz, 37.5″x50″x13″ thick, $400.00 OBO,…
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matthewhickey06
in General Discussion 10 years ago
Roof deck
I’m looking to add a wood roof deck. Does anyone have recommendations for an experienced builder with good designs? Thanks!
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jcsnyc
in General Discussion 9 years and 11 months ago
STOOP SALE - SUNDAY MAY 1 - COBBLE HILL
Hi Neighbors, Come this Sunday to 84 Douglass Street between Smith and Hoyt for an array of fabulous goods for rock bottom prices! – Wooden…
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jcsnyc
in General Discussion 9 years and 11 months ago
STOOP SALE - SUNDAY MAY 1 - COBBLE HILL
Hi Neighbors, Come this Sunday to 84 Douglass Street between Smith and Hoyt for an array of fabulous goods for rock bottom prices! – Wooden…
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