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pl919
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 11 years and 5 months ago
Creating a third bedroom - can a general contractor file, or architect?
Hi there Brownstoners, I would like to create a third-bedroom out of a two-bedroom apartment in Carroll Gardens, which involves moving some walls and putting…
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annsofresh
in Brownstoner Renovation 10 years and 11 months ago
UWS Exterior Brownstone Repair
With winter (finally) behind us, I need to do some modest exterior work to my UWS brownstone. The work is cosmetic, not structural. My building…
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mikecnyc
in Brownstoner Renovation 10 years and 11 months ago
Estimate for Restoring Brick Facade
I am looking at a brick three story house with a painted brick facade. What would be a reasonable amount to estimate to restore the…
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JohnHancock
in Architectural Salvage 10 years and 10 months ago
Free Salvage French Bifold Doors
Free Salvage French Bifold Doors. Pair 83 X 28 1/2 each. Stripped but need sanding and cleaning. Has a plan to use these doors but…
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monikaw
in Cellar 10 years and 10 months ago
Water in our Basement!
We are looking for someone who is a master at dealing with water problems in basements. We dug in our basement a couple of years…
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ditmarsman
in General Discussion 10 years and 10 months ago
Verizon called me to put a pole in my backyard
I was surprised to get a call from a Verizon rep today saying they wanted to put a Utility pole in my backyard to improve…
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JohnHancock
in Architectural Salvage 10 years and 10 months ago
Free Salvage French Bifold Doors
Free Salvage French Bifold Doors. Pair 83 X 28 1/2 each. Stripped but need sanding and cleaning. Has a plan to use these doors but…
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466dad
in General Discussion 10 years and 10 months ago
Stolen hose - is this a thing?
This morning when out to water my plants in our front stoop area, and our hose was gone! 2 years ago, a similar theft occurred:…
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466dad
in General Discussion 10 years and 10 months ago
Stolen hose - is this a thing?
This morning when out to water my plants in our front stoop area, and our hose was gone! 2 years ago, a similar theft occurred:…
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466dad
in General Discussion 10 years and 10 months ago
Stolen hose - is this a thing?
This morning when out to water my plants in our front stoop area, and our hose was gone! 2 years ago, a similar theft occurred:…
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hhusum
in Construction 11 years and 5 months ago
Great contractor (Mario)
Hi, Just wanted to recommend Mario, my contractor. He just did a bathroom and our basement fin Carrol Gardens, and we were so happy with…
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fluxcapacitor
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 10 years and 10 months ago
Thorocoat or stucco? Or another option?
Have received a bit of conflicting advice here and am curious if anyone has relevant experience to share. Previous owners painted our rear and side…
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JJDPE
in Brownstoner Renovation 10 years and 11 months ago
oil spill / any oil inspector referrals ?
A house I am looking at has an oil spill that the owner (investor) said he will remediate. I would get a second opinion of…
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reuven-tenam
in Exteriors 10 years and 10 months ago
Brownstone Facade Overhaul - Deposit Schedule
Would greatly appreciate any thoughts on the deposit schedule we should require (or reasonably expect) for renovating the entire façade, stoop and front area of…
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brownstoner
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 10 years and 10 months ago
Here's some great advice on How to Restore a Brownstoner Repair!
Hey Brownstoners, Just wanted to share this recent post with you all about about Brownstone Facades. Some of the great tips include: 1\. Getting Approval…
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ditmarsman
in General Discussion 10 years and 10 months ago
Verizon called me to put a pole in my backyard
I was surprised to get a call from a Verizon rep today saying they wanted to put a Utility pole in my backyard to improve…
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ditmarsman
in General Discussion 10 years and 10 months ago
Verizon called me to put a pole in my backyard
I was surprised to get a call from a Verizon rep today saying they wanted to put a Utility pole in my backyard to improve…
0
ditmarsman
in General Discussion 10 years and 10 months ago
Verizon called me to put a pole in my backyard
I was surprised to get a call from a Verizon rep today saying they wanted to put a Utility pole in my backyard to improve…
0
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