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whiteoak
in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years and 11 months ago
Exterior window/door painting: About how much should this cost?
We live in a corner brownstone (windows on 3 sides), 20ft wide, 4 stories. The windows and cornice have not been painted in 10 years,…
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est
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 11 months ago
Bat house in yard to combat mosquitoes?
Hi all, Wondering if anyone has ever used a bat house to deal with mosquitoes in the yard? It’s been suggested to me but I…
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monicaxyz
in Bath & Kitchen 11 years and 11 months ago
adding shower to small half bath
I want to add a small shower to a tiny toilet and sink bathroom. This will require taking a chunk out of the kitchen so…
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mbr47
in Boiler Repair 11 years and 11 months ago
Sump or Drain Required for Oil to Gas Boiler Conversion?
While researching replacing the oil fired boiler with a new gas steam boiler in our 2 family limestone, I’m told the city may require a…
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drhuxtable
in Architectural Salvage 11 years and 11 months ago
Bluestone Pavers Wanted
Anyone have any leftover irregular bluestone pavers they need to unload? The bigger the better. I can pay cash and pick up anywhere in brooklyn.…
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doodles
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 11 months ago
Looking for a wallpaper hanger
Hi, does anyone know of a good wallpaper hanger, who isn’t terribly expensive?
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microfiche
in Construction 11 years and 11 months ago
How To Stop or Minimize Impact of Neighboring House Being Demolished?
We have heard that the owner of the house next door to ours is interested in demolishing it (a detached Victorian, legal 2 family, zoned…
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gardenerbk
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 11 months ago
clarity on single family house short term rental laws in Brooklyn?
As follow up to “short term rental laws for owner-occupied houses in Brooklyn?” post, I’m wondering if anyone knows where to find clear and reliable…
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mykonos
in Roofers 11 years and 11 months ago
Heating....gas furnace advice...need your help please
I’m gut renovating a 3600 sq ft brownstone….everything brand new…windows, electric, plumbing etc. 1)approx 900 sq ft per floor. 2)Garden floor…1 bedroom apt 3)Floors..2,3,4…my triplex…
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laurelsmom
in Roofers 11 years and 11 months ago
dead pigeons in yard
My daughter is considering buying a house in Bushwick. There were many dead pigeons in the back yard, some on the ground and some up…
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anonCH
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 11 months ago
We need a boiler and new hot water heater - limited budget. Ideas appreciated!
We recently purchased a 3.5 story house with ancient water heater and boiler. The house heats on oil but we will convert. Do you have…
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plgbound
in Demolition 14 years and 9 months ago
Leinster Contracting - Asbestos Abatement Recommendation
I would like to highly recommend the asbestos abatement contractor, Leinster Contracting. Patrick is a very straight up individual and gave us a very reasonable…
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hawaiismurf
in General Discussion 12 years and 9 months ago
Asbestos remediation contractor?
Any recommendations for a cost effective asbestos remediation contractor? Relatively extensive job in 4 storey townhouse – roof, steam pipes, old bathroom tile, and Drywall…
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parkslopemom
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 11 months ago
Window Washer recommendation
Anyone recommend their window washer? We need someone willing to climb out on ledges, as none of our double hung 100+ year old windows tilt…
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borderline
in Driveways, Patios, Sidewalks and Steps 11 years and 11 months ago
Recommendation for Bluestone Installation – Stones R Us
I would like to highly recommend Stones R Us if you have any bluestone paving to be repaired or installed. Carlos and his guys did…
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borderline
in Driveways, Patios, Sidewalks and Steps 11 years and 11 months ago
Recommendation for Bluestone Installation – Stones R Us
I would like to highly recommend Stones R Us if you have any bluestone paving to be repaired or installed. Carlos and his guys did…
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anonCH
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 11 months ago
We need a boiler and new hot water heater - limited budget. Ideas appreciated!
We recently purchased a 3.5 story house with ancient water heater and boiler. The house heats on oil but we will convert. Do you have…
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UnRed
in Landlord 11 years and 11 months ago
What scam is my landlord pulling?
My landlord is a huge liar. He’s never repaired anything without years worth of excuses (apparently his building is the only one that has such…
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collferri
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years ago
Architect needed for existing extension renovation
We have been living in our 2 family Brownstone w/small extension since 1969\. The extension is wood framed with a stucco facade on a concrete…
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batfish123
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years ago
Looking for a professional painting company (no solo contractors)
Hello, Can anyone recommend a professional painting company? We need patching, re-plastering (skim coat), sanding, paint stripping (wood window and door trim) and painting an…
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