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dannyboynyc

in Plumbers and Plumbing 12 years and 3 months ago

Need recommendation for sump pump

Hello to all. I am going to have a sump pump installed in my basement. Can anybody recommend a good outfit to do the job?…

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reupjosh

in About Brooklyn 12 years and 3 months ago

In search of a wood fire oven brick mason

Can anyone recommend a solid brick mason who has experience in building wood fired ovens for the yard? Thanks!

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Updated 12 years and 3 months ago

tjbk

in Handymen and Odd Jobs 12 years and 4 months ago

Intercom Help

Any recommendations for someone to install a 3 family intercom system? The wiring is complete & we have our own panel & amplifier.

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Updated 12 years and 3 months ago

acuriousman

in Plumbers and Plumbing 12 years and 4 months ago

Radiator valve is TOO LOUD!

I have a one pipe heating radiator and my valve is EXTREMELY loud. Whenever it’s heating up, it squealing and sputters like crazy for quite…

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Updated 12 years and 3 months ago

JL923

in Heating 12 years and 3 months ago

Heating question (adding radiator)

I own a 2 story mixed use property (1 family and store) and the 134k btu oil boiler is supplying heat for the residential apartment…

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AstralOil

in Roofing 12 years and 3 months ago

Snow coming in through skylight

We had our roof redone a year+ ago, as well as new skylights to replace the old. Last winter didn’t really test it out, but…

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Updated 12 years and 3 months ago

brooklyntoqueens

in Expeditors 12 years and 3 months ago

Expeditor Quote question

I got a quote from an expeditor for a Type-2 application, these are the details: $3,500 for: review of drawings, prepare paperwork, prepare architectural drawings,…

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Updated 12 years and 3 months ago

tsarina

in About Brooklyn 12 years and 3 months ago

How to patch crack between extension and building?

I have a large crack running from the top of the the two story extension halfway down the wall, where it meets the original building.…

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Updated 12 years and 3 months ago

bedstuyreno

in Roofers 12 years and 3 months ago

Help! Squirrel in the ceiling

I currently have a squirrel in my ceiling crawl space. Last week I called an exterminator who set a live trap on the roof. Since…

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Updated 12 years and 3 months ago

kk634000

in Doors & Windows 13 years and 2 months ago

Interior storm windows

I am considering installing interior storm windows to reduce drafts and heat loss through my aluminum windows.  There are a number of suppliers online, offering…

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Updated 12 years and 3 months ago

constantly looking

in Chimney and Fireplace 14 years and 3 months ago

fireplace making neighbors wall hot.

we have a newly lined chimney and flue. the firebox was lined with heat resistant bricks. the fireplace burns wood great with a good draw……..except..,…

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Updated 12 years and 3 months ago

paspar2

in Heating 12 years and 3 months ago

heating an unfinished/unheated basement

I live in a 100+ year old foursquare. Its pretty well insulated (Walls, attic) and have new windows etc. The 2nd floor is typically warm…

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Updated 12 years and 3 months ago

tsarina

in About Brooklyn 12 years and 3 months ago

How to patch crack between extension and building?

I have a large crack running from the top of the the two story extension halfway down the wall, where it meets the original building.…

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suzyf

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 3 months ago

Doorbell connected to telephone system

Does anyone have a doorbell(or intercom) that is connected to the telephone system? We have an old (16 year old) Lucent Technology telephone system which…

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suzyf

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 3 months ago

Doorbell connected to telephone system

Does anyone have a doorbell(or intercom) that is connected to the telephone system? We have an old (16 year old) Lucent Technology telephone system which…

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katarusa

in About Brooklyn 12 years and 3 months ago

please recommend hardwood flooring for wholesale prices

I need to order hardwood flooring ASAP, I have some places i was recommend but I want to see more. Any help would be appreciated

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paspar2

in Heating 12 years and 3 months ago

heating an unfinished/unheated basement

I live in a 100+ year old foursquare. Its pretty well insulated (Walls, attic) and have new windows etc. The 2nd floor is typically warm…

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M

in Plumbers and Plumbing 12 years and 4 months ago

Hot water in shower is not hot

I recently installed a Prestige Excellence condenser boiler in my duplex apartment. I am not getting hot water from the shower but it is only…

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Updated 12 years and 3 months ago

samg

in Conversion 12 years and 3 months ago

Converting 2 family to 3 family in Williamsburgh

We have a 2 family house with the top floor rented out. I would like to redo the basement and rent it out as well.…

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Updated 12 years and 3 months ago

backeast

in Plumbers and Plumbing 12 years and 3 months ago

No Water in Boiler Gauge Glass

I have one-pipe steam heat with a gas boiler. I flush the low water cutoff every week or so and usually add some water to…

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