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afrodytka8585

in Brownstoner Renovation 10 years and 11 months ago

Brownstone renovation

We are just getting started on a brownstone renovation and operating on a low budget. Anyone want to offer how much they paid for the…

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Updated 10 years and 10 months ago

carolcpalmer

in Construction 10 years and 11 months ago

Contractor to repair broken front yard

Hi, I recently purchased a house in Prospect Heights with a front yard (pretty standard size for Brooklyn brownstones) that’s got a bunch of cracked…

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Updated 10 years and 10 months ago

chiamar1

in About Brooklyn 10 years and 11 months ago

Day Care Help!!

I currently live next to a Day Care and it is driving me crazy. I love kids and I understand the need for day cares…

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Updated 10 years and 10 months ago

ccvle

in Building Code 10 years and 10 months ago

DOB inspection for letter of no objection?

Is there generally DOB inspection involved with the filing of letter of no objection? I recently had a DOB inspection after I filed a permit…

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ccvle

in Building Code 10 years and 10 months ago

DOB inspection for letter of no objection?

Is there generally DOB inspection involved with the filing of letter of no objection? I recently had a DOB inspection after I filed a permit…

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ccvle

in Building Code 10 years and 10 months ago

DOB inspection for letter of no objection?

Is there generally DOB inspection involved with the filing of letter of no objection? I recently had a DOB inspection after I filed a permit…

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ccvle

in Building Code 10 years and 10 months ago

DOB inspection for letter of no objection?

Is there generally DOB inspection involved with the filing of letter of no objection? I recently had a DOB inspection after I filed a permit…

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daveinbedstuy

in Appliances 10 years and 10 months ago

Full size Washer & Dryer for brownstone basements

A lot of people think they aren’t able to get a full size W&D down their narrow stairs. This is wrong. There are what are…

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Updated 10 years and 10 months ago

brooklyntoqueens

in Plumbers and Plumbing 10 years and 10 months ago

Water Heaters - RHEEM vs. AO Smith vs. other brands ?

Is there a big difference between the two? We are getting a new 75 gallon water heater and our plumber is saying the will use…

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Updated 10 years and 10 months ago

brooklyntoqueens

in Plumbers and Plumbing 10 years and 10 months ago

Water Heaters - RHEEM vs. AO Smith vs. other brands ?

Is there a big difference between the two? We are getting a new 75 gallon water heater and our plumber is saying the will use…

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brooklyntoqueens

in Plumbers and Plumbing 10 years and 10 months ago

Water Heaters - RHEEM vs. AO Smith vs. other brands ?

Is there a big difference between the two? We are getting a new 75 gallon water heater and our plumber is saying the will use…

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brooklyntoqueens

in Plumbers and Plumbing 10 years and 10 months ago

Water Heaters - RHEEM vs. AO Smith vs. other brands ?

Is there a big difference between the two? We are getting a new 75 gallon water heater and our plumber is saying the will use…

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mmvh

in About Brooklyn 10 years and 10 months ago

using a licensed electrician vs and unlicensed one

I plan to have a mini split system with 2 units and one heat pump installed in the rented garden apt. of my historic row…

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mmvh

in About Brooklyn 10 years and 10 months ago

feedback:Mazgan cooling & Heating installing mini splits

I wonder if anyone has used Mazgan to install a mini split system in their historic row house? I am planning to have 2 units…

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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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workisfun

in Environmental and Green Design 10 years and 10 months ago

Fragrant plants for the vestibule

Hi, Sometimes the vestibule that I share with my tenants gets a bit stale-smelling. Can anyone recommend plants that can survive with just a little…

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ffdirecto

in About Brooklyn 10 years and 11 months ago

Potential Condo Renovations

We are seriously considering putting in a bid on a triplex condo but it needs some work (mostly cosmetic) and we want to get a…

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Updated 10 years and 10 months ago

alexbklyn

in For Sale 10 years and 10 months ago

FS: Hotpoint stainless steel gas range, fridge, and GE compact dishwasher

Hi all, We are just finishing up a kitchen renovation that has us replacing our stainless steel Hotpoint brand refrigerator, Hotpoint stove, and GE mini-dishwasher.…

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alexbklyn

in For Sale 10 years and 10 months ago

FS: Hotpoint stainless steel gas range, fridge, and GE compact dishwasher

Hi all, We are just finishing up a kitchen renovation that has us replacing our stainless steel Hotpoint brand refrigerator, Hotpoint stove, and GE mini-dishwasher.…

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alexbklyn

in For Sale 10 years and 10 months ago

FS: Hotpoint stainless steel gas range, fridge, and GE compact dishwasher

Hi all, We are just finishing up a kitchen renovation that has us replacing our stainless steel Hotpoint brand refrigerator, Hotpoint stove, and GE mini-dishwasher.…

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