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radgirl
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 5 months ago
Plaster Ceiling Medallion + Molding Trim
Any idea where to buy Plaster Ceiling Medallion + Molding Trim in NYC or Brooklyn for restoring the ceilings of our brownstone building? I see…
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shash8
in Construction 12 years and 11 months ago
Where do I even start?? and how much will this cost?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/518b31c913d2a-.jpg I’ve recently bought an apt in a co-op building. The apt has a long wall that makes the livingroom a “room” and it has…
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chrisemma
in Doors 12 years and 11 months ago
front door repairs
Our metal and glass front door is in need of urgent repairs. Anyone knows a good contractor for that type of job? Thank you
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HouseDogger
in Construction 12 years and 11 months ago
Legal Advice on Construction Disputes
Can anyone recommend a good lawyer for construction disputes?
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lake
in Real Estate - General 12 years and 11 months ago
backyard turf?
Has anyone installed realistic looking sythetic turf in their backyard? The amount of watering required for grass is something that bothers me but I know…
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sharon121
in Fencing 13 years ago
Fence Contractor and Fence Materials - Brooklyn
Hi! I’m looking to install a privacy fence in my yard. Fully attached house in Bklyn. About 40 feet on each side and about 17…
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hbranty
in Mortgage 12 years and 11 months ago
HELOC for Non-Owner Occupied 2 Family?
Has anyone recently qualified for a HELOC for Non-Owner Occupied 2 Family? If yes, which bank? We live out of state right now. Apparently that’s an…
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dvorak
in Mortgage 12 years and 11 months ago
DOB misfiling
Hi all, I am a long time reader but this is my first post. I am hoping that someone can help me out with this…
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HouseDogger
in Mortgage 12 years and 11 months ago
Window Repair
Can anyone recommend a good window repair company for landmarked brownstone? thank you
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Springs
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 12 years and 11 months ago
Do you need a permit to use a lift on a sidewalk? Facade / Cornice work
What is the policy from the Dept of transportation regarding the use of a lift on a sidewalk. We need to rent on to paint…
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Springs
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 12 years and 11 months ago
Do you need a permit to use a lift on a sidewalk? Facade / Cornice work
What is the policy from the Dept of transportation regarding the use of a lift on a sidewalk. We need to rent on to paint…
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faithful
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 12 years and 11 months ago
Getting estimates for facade work
I’ve had three contractors come out in the past week to get estimates on facade repair. First, **Rahmann Contracting**–he seemed uninterested. He took no notes…
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HouseDogger
in Construction 12 years and 11 months ago
Legal Advice on Construction Disputes
Can anyone recommend a good lawyer for construction disputes?
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HouseDogger
in Decorative 12 years and 11 months ago
DOB Permit
I went through a lenghty renovation with contractor recommended by my architect. little did I know that the architect would favor the contractor in many…
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vttobk
in Construction 12 years and 11 months ago
Bannister for sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/518a70f78c973-.jpg I have a wooden bannister for sale – it is most likely made out of white oak and has all of the spindles and…
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vttobk
in Construction 12 years and 11 months ago
Bannister for sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/518a70f78c973-.jpg I have a wooden bannister for sale – it is most likely made out of white oak and has all of the spindles and…
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nalusurf
in Flooring 12 years and 11 months ago
Wanted to Share Our Great Experience with Our Flooring Guy, Jose....
We just had our parquet floors redone in our brownstone in East Bed-Stuy. I cannot give enough praise for Jose Zambrano who, with his highly…
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rgeorge
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 11 months ago
Should I bring my car to Brooklyn?
hey guys! In a dilemma here. I’m moving to brooklyn …for the 1st month I will subletting to get a better feel for the area…
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