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casacleo
in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years and 2 months ago
structural questions after termite damage
Last year we had joists sistered in our brownstone basement,after discovering longstanding termite damage. (The floor in our kitchen had been sagging in one corner…
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gardenplaceguy1
in Renovation 11 years and 6 months ago
Design-build experiences?
Hello, Has anyone on here had any good or bad experiences with company’s that provide design and construction services, such as My Home, The Renovated…
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daroogle
in General Discussion 11 years and 9 months ago
Repurposed street signs
I rescued some street signs from the local dump. They are heavy aluminum on the back side and I polished them up with a scotch…
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vanessaiv
in General Contractors 11 years and 2 months ago
Is my Contractor overcharging me for labour?
I just found that my General Contractor overcharge me for the labour. He pays $20/hour to a subcontractor (The subcontractor told me under the big…
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zinsu
in Security 12 years and 7 months ago
Single-Family Home Security
Hey, all — after 22 years of apartment living my husband and I are buying a house in Queens. Honestly, it’s freaking me out a…
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brooklyntoqueens
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 2 months ago
Under the counter water filtration systems
Any suggestions on what we should install? We hear good things about Aquasana but not sure about the difference between the various brands.
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jjq
in Construction 11 years and 2 months ago
Excavating Brownstone's Garden Level
We would like to excavate our “Garden Level” basement space in Bay Ridge. Ideally we need to drop the basement floor (yes, it is a…
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jurist
in Chimney and Fireplace 11 years and 2 months ago
Brownstone gas fireplace
Does anyone operate the original gas fireplaces in their brownstone? Can it be done safely? Alternatively, has anyone replaced the original gas fireplace with a…
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majorhints
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 2 months ago
Looking to dig out basement - any recommendations?
Bstoners, Can anyone recommend companies they have used to dig out the basement of their townhouse? I will be looking to avoid underpinning so any…
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janettom
in Doors & Windows 12 years ago
window replacement on townhouse
Hi there. I’m considering installing sequel windows from Home Depot on a turn of the century townhouse in park slope. Historical district. Any one know…
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yeknod
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 3 months ago
Contractor for small kitchen job
I’m having trouble finding licensed/insured contractors to follow up about a small kitchen renovation. Want countertops replaced and a backsplash installed. Countertops aren’t very big.…
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baybgrl41
in Zoning 11 years and 2 months ago
R4A next door to R4-1
I have plans to build a new construction detached home in Brooklyn. My lot is zoned R4A, the adjacent neighbor is zoned R4-1\. The plans…
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Cutting down a double vanity top and refurbishing it
I saw a double sink vanity at Build It Green that’s 66 inches wide. My space can only accommodate 60 inches. Where could I take…
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fitch
in Tile 11 years and 5 months ago
Mosaic Tile Entry Restoration
Hi, I found a tile mosaic situation underneath layers of linoleum in the entry to our Brownstone and I want to clean it up/restore it.…
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k9191
in Landlord 11 years and 2 months ago
Tenants Seek Early Renwewal
My tenants keep asking me about the renewal of their lease. It’s still seven months from when their current lease terminates. As a landlord now…
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cevejizjilgqlhoz
in General Discussion 11 years and 2 months ago
Stay or Sell?
Who is the best person to consult about whether you should sell or stay in your condo? Looking for someone who can look at the…
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bklynattorney
in Construction 11 years and 2 months ago
estimate on cost of home extension in brooklyn
Hey everyone, I know it is somewhat difficult to give a random estimation on cost, but I have been speaking to a local architect about…
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hawaiismurf
in Renovation 11 years and 2 months ago
Vestibule tile
Where can I buy the typical vestibule tile pattern with white squares with little black diamonds in between? Thanks!
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