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homebuyer
in Plumbers and Plumbing 12 years and 2 months ago
URGENT advise on plumbing work
Hello, I currently have a plumber who did some work for me, however i feel that he is taking advantage and charging crazy prices. He…
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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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katarusa
in For Sale 12 years and 2 months ago
GE Gas Range for sale
Older model but in a mind shape. Could be good for your rental apartment Asking $150
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katarusa
in For Sale 12 years and 2 months ago
GE Gas Range for sale
Older model but in a mind shape. Could be good for your rental apartment Asking $150
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ktrp
in Construction 12 years and 2 months ago
Basement Storage Units
We have storage units in our basement for each unit in our small building. We need to find a contractor who will reconfigure the space.…
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brooklyncove
in Construction 12 years and 2 months ago
Frame house renovation in Canarsie
I’m thinking of purchasing a small 1224sqft single family home in good condition. Is there a ball park per square foot construction estimate for the…
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brooklyn2014
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 2 months ago
Structural Engineer
Hello All, Our house was damaged during Sandy and also it is below the base flood elevation based on the new FEMA maps. We are…
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owest
in Flooring 12 years and 2 months ago
Need Recommendations for Floor Refinsher
I have a pine subfloor that needs screening, refinishing, and am looking for recommendations. Thank you!
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deanbh
in For Sale 12 years and 2 months ago
1" x 1" white shiny glazed tiles "mosaic sheets" - $5 (brooklyn heights)
For sale: 1″ x 1″ white shiny glazed tiles in easy to lay mosaic mesh sheets of 12 inches x 12 inches 30 sheets in…
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deanbh
in For Sale 12 years and 2 months ago
1" x 1" white shiny glazed tiles "mosaic sheets" - $5 (brooklyn heights)
For sale: 1″ x 1″ white shiny glazed tiles in easy to lay mosaic mesh sheets of 12 inches x 12 inches 30 sheets in…
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reneeb
in Heating 12 years and 2 months ago
radiator inconsistent
hi, i live on the top floor of a 4 floor walk up (not owner). Our living room radiator heater (the old fashioned ones, water…
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landlord
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 2 months ago
Looking to replace a banister in a mix use brownstone.
The current wood banister is thin and from years of abuse from tenants moving in and out, the banister has become wobbly. I was thinking…
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babyjordan
in Home Entertainment Systems 12 years and 2 months ago
Cat 5e Ethernet connectors
My house is wired with cat 5e ethernet cables but I need someone to add the RJ-45 connectors to the ends of the cables. Does…
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bootsbar
in Construction 12 years and 2 months ago
new flat roof advice
after years of procrastination this crazy winter is forcing us to deal with our old roof. its a flat roof on a 2 family brick…
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jab287
in Plumbers and Plumbing 12 years and 2 months ago
Help - Major leak in black pipe feeding into boiler
HI All, This morning I noticed a stream of water leaking from the blackpipe feeding into my boiler. I’ve got a call into a plumber…
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brooklynnative78
in Construction 12 years and 2 months ago
wine cellar
anyone have a rec for a contractor with experience building wine cellars in brooklyn?
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hawaiismurf
in Plumbing 12 years and 2 months ago
High efficiency hot water heater
I am looking at a high efficiency condensing gas-fired hot water heater, which gets a ConEd rebate. I understand that NYC code requires venting exhaust…
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skylightseeker
in Renovation 12 years and 2 months ago
Electrical Rewiring?
We are renovating a brownstone including replacing our electrical panels and adding outlets. Our contractor insists there is no need to rewire the existing outlets.…
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