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deanbh
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 2 months ago
rbny broker?
can a rbny broker refuse to co-broke with a non rbny broker? had an interesting situation last week where a rbny broker refused to deal…
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AstralOil
in Roofers 12 years and 2 months ago
Unusual radiator bleed valve type
I’ve got a bleed valve on one radiator in the house (hot water heat) that started leaking this morning and outright failed today. Turns out…
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stickerhappy
in Plumbing 12 years and 2 months ago
Reducing height of vent pipes on roof?
I wanted to put a roof deck on our building, but there are 3 or 4 four foot tall metal 3″ vent pipes coming up…
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hbranty
in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 9 months ago
How to resolve kitchen counter ending at window?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/51caf74dcd88c-.jpg Would like to have one continuous countertop with cooktop and undermount sink but long wall dead ends at window…and space between back wall and…
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brooklyn72
in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 9 months ago
Kitchen cabinet suppliers
Hi does anyone have any recommendations on kitchen cabinets suppliers in Brooklyn? Thank you in advance.
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BobtheHugo
in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 8 months ago
Advice on remodeling kitchen in a rental
Hi, all. I’ve lived in my rent stabilized apartment for 18 years, and it looks like I will never get to buy anything now that…
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brooklyntoqueens
in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 6 months ago
Bathroom and kitchen fixtures and appliancs
Any suggestions for websites where we can look at different brands and tiles of fixtures/appliances? We are about to start a gut renovation job and…
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psyence
in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 5 months ago
Custom Floating Shelves Build/Installation?
Hi all, I’m looking to have some floating shelves built and installed, but I’m having some trouble locating someone to do the work. I’ve already…
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CGmodern
in Doors 13 years and 7 months ago
looking for a carpenter for entry doors
our double entry doors need a bit of repair to the edges before they are painted…also need the mortis and handle set installed. anyone have…
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downsizer
in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 5 months ago
ForSale 2:New Ikea Lillangen 15"cabinets & Sink
Brand new items…Never installed/used but are assembled. Would return but tossed boxes. Cabinets are black/brown and frames are included Perfect for small bathroom. $120\. takes…
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marybrkln
in Doors & Windows 12 years and 3 months ago
I need to replace one window in my Fort Greene brownstone.
I’ll say at the outset that although I would love to have old glass, alas, I am just a renter and the window that is…
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sometomato
in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 5 months ago
Seeking cabinet makers who work with repurposed wood
Hi, I am new to this forum, but I’m re-visiting a popular topic. I am collecting names/getting estimates from cabinet makers who have a good…
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slopebob2233
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 2 months ago
Bleeding boiler and hot water heater
I have a 3 family house in Bed Stuy with baseboard heaters along the walls. One of the rooms doesn’t get enough heat. 1) is…
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stuyheights
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 2 months ago
Unique 3 family brownstone reno project. Need help on where to get started.
After looking for months for a Brooklyn Brownstone, it looks as though we finally found one. I was really hesitant about purchasing a flip, because…
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brooklyntoqueens
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 2 months ago
Changing the Certificate of Occupancy
I own a 2 family with cellar and we are going to convert it to a single home. Is it worth changing the CofO to…
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brooklyntoqueens
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 12 years and 2 months ago
Paint removal from the facade of a 2 family landmark brick building
I have a landmark violation because the previous owner of my 2 family had the brilliant idea of painting the facade. I now need to…
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deva
in Roofers 12 years and 2 months ago
New Heating System: House wont Go Above 69 Degrees when Its below 10
My new heating system was working great when it was 25 degrees and above but when it goes dramatically below, it wont heat above 69…
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sverkat
in Renovation 12 years and 2 months ago
Looking for a new architect
I’m having a real problem with an architect who posts here often, so his name shall not be named. I was wondering – is it…
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