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parkslopemom
in Sewer 10 years and 2 months ago
Water and Sewer Line Repair
Got a mailing today from the NYC Environmental Protection for AWRUSA protection coverage for water and sewer line repairs ($12.96 per month). The list, however,…
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tmiller823
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 8 months ago
Collpased Sewer Main -- Allboro Plumbing? & Upgraded Electrical Service?
Hi, new member here. My husband and I purchased an unrenovated 19th century single-family row house in Bush-Stuy (Bed-Wick?) last year. Over the weekend our…
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DouglasAlan
in Insulation 10 years and 2 months ago
Laundry Room Floor - What's Under There?
I have that roughly 9 x 13 laundry room so commonly attached to the back of brownstones and townhouses. The problem is the floor is…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Do I need DOB permit for brownstone stoop resurface?
Hi all: would truly appreciate your advice! I must resurface only the top layer of my brownstone stoop as the current color is too bright(I…
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ebsjb
in Sidewalks 10 years and 2 months ago
Enthusiastic review for WP Bluestone stone and concrete contractor
We just had our landmark flagstone sidewalk replaced by WP Bluestone and they are outstanding. I found them on Brownstoner and Joe and Maria are…
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hawaiismurf
in Doors 11 years and 1 month ago
Recommendation for locksmith / door hardware professional?
Hi, I am looking for someone to replace / put in hardware on a large front door of a rowhouse. Bottom and top shootbolts that…
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giansiro
in Heating 10 years and 2 months ago
Heat + Hot Water Cost
Hi everyone! This is my first post 🙂 My husband and I are looking to buy a brownstone or limestone via FHA loan. We’re trying…
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gowanusgus
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 10 years and 2 months ago
Who can repair an outside hole in wall, roof envelope
Hi, So we removed an exterior light from the back of the house and the repair is not too good – its been really drafty…
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businesshands
in For Sale 10 years and 2 months ago
Stainless undermount sink!
Brand new Franke 24″ undercount stainless sink (UDTS24/10) single bowl that is still in the box could be yours for $150\. This size is perfect…
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gowanusgus
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 10 years and 2 months ago
Who can repair an outside hole in wall, roof envelope
Hi, So we removed an exterior light from the back of the house and the repair is not too good – its been really drafty…
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pitythefool
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 10 years and 2 months ago
How disruptive to peace and quiet is the brownstone facade repair?
We’ve just secured financing to restore our brownstone facade, and will soon be choosing a contractor and filing permits, hoping to start in late May…
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dougj99
in Plumbing 10 years and 2 months ago
Sump pump trap and kitchen sink
Hello. We recently had a sump pump installed, which has finally solved our flooding basement problem. However, the contractor connected the discharge line to the…
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stickman
in Sewer 10 years and 2 months ago
sewer line maintenance
Hi, Recently moved into a new home and wondering if any maintenance is required of the sewage line? I would imagine some leaves and muck…
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orrsuz
in Landmarks 10 years and 2 months ago
Landmarks visible rear facade
We are looking to modify the parlor level visible rear facade of a brownstone in a historic district. Currently there are two tall windows roughly…
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businesshands
in For Sale 10 years and 2 months ago
Stainless undermount sink!
Brand new Franke 24″ undercount stainless sink (UDTS24/10) single bowl that is still in the box could be yours for $150\. This size is perfect…
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orrsuz
in Landmarks 10 years and 2 months ago
Landmarks visible rear facade
We are looking to modify the parlor level visible rear facade of a brownstone in a historic district. Currently there are two tall windows roughly…
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8104012
in Heating and Air Conditioning 10 years and 2 months ago
Ductless Mini Split Advice
Hello, I’m considering installing a ductless mini split in my ground floor apartment and I’m wondering about the condenser that sits outside. Has anyone seen…
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ACDQT
in Brownstoner Renovation 10 years and 5 months ago
Adding a Level to a Brownstone
Hello All, I am looking to refinance my house to pull money out to add a story and ½ (usable roof deck) to my 2…
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