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daveinbedstuy
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 2 months ago
What you get in Philly for $600k
i have no interst in this house nor the broker. just wanted to show people what you can get in philly for $600k…1819 historic brick…
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UWS
in Doors 12 years and 2 months ago
seeking recommendation for replacement exterior parlor doors
We are looking to have replacement parlor doors made for a brownstone in Manhattan. Can you recommend contractors who can build and install replacements in…
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csommers79
in Heating 12 years and 2 months ago
Radiator issue
We have a 6 story brownstone, with a one-pipe heating system (i.e. each radiator has one input pipe for steam and return, and then a…
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lilitrue
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 2 months ago
Building up in a landmark building
We have roof rights in a landmarked 4 unit coop and are thinking of adding a third bedroom and a second bathroom along with a…
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bobjohn
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 2 months ago
Skylight window need repair/replacement
Hi, I have the original skylight window with broken soldering. You cannot see it from the picture, but some of part glass parts look like…
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bobjohn
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 2 months ago
painting room with low ceilings.
I am about to paint a room with fairly low ceilings. I am looking for advice on how to make it look roomier. The room…
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bobjohn
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 2 months ago
painting room with low ceilings.
I am about to paint a room with fairly low ceilings. I am looking for advice on how to make it look roomier. The room…
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tyrone_mcdonald
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 2 months ago
Any Outcomes from the NHS Home Maintenance Training Course?
I know some brownstoners have taken advantage of the Home Maintenance Training Course provided by Neighborhood Housing Services. Do you have any examples of your…
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UWS
in Doors 12 years and 2 months ago
seeking recommendation for replacement exterior parlor doors
We are looking to have replacement parlor doors made for a brownstone in Manhattan. Can you recommend contractors who can build and install replacements in…
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shaheenrushd
in Roofing 12 years and 2 months ago
New Gutters
We need to install new gutters on the roof of our Brownstone in Cobble Hill. Any recommendations?
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BKRed
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 2 months ago
Recommendation for Stained Glass Restoration and Creation
I just had a great experience with Patti Kelly, of Kelly Glass Studio. She’s a born-and-bred Brooklynite with incredible skills in restoring stained glass panels…
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BKRed
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 2 months ago
Recommendation for Stained Glass Restoration and Creation
I just had a great experience with Patti Kelly, of Kelly Glass Studio. She’s a born-and-bred Brooklynite with incredible skills in restoring stained glass panels…
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deanbh
in For Sale 12 years and 2 months ago
Brand new surplus French interior door 75% off
36” x 80” pre-hung interior french door. Brand new from Dykes. (we purchased 4 but only installed 3 so this is surplus to our requirements…
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anony
in General Contractors 13 years ago
Asbestos removal?
I’m having my electrical upgraded in the basement and the contractor said I may have asbestos on my pipes and ConEd may have an issue…
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gowanawana
in Brownstoner 14 years and 6 months ago
Wood siding to replace vinyl siding? How much? Who? and How?
After visiting Boston this past weekend for a friends wedding I fell in love with the look of actual, real wood siding on all the…
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deanbh
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 2 months ago
Surplus 100 square foot rool of brand new QuietWalk underlay $20
I have a brand new, surplus 100 square foot roll of premium QuietWalk underlay. This is the highest quality underlay Lumber Liquidators sells. Save yourself…
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bk_bstoner1
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 2 months ago
Emeline's in bed-stuy?
Hey b’stoners, Anyone have the latest scoop on Emeline’s diner on Lewis & Macon? I don’t see the sign in the window anymore and it…
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bk_bstoner1
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 2 months ago
Emeline's in bed-stuy?
Hey b’stoners, Anyone have the latest scoop on Emeline’s diner on Lewis & Macon? I don’t see the sign in the window anymore and it…
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