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dj242
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
What are the building requirements (i.e., permit needed?) for installing a 4X6 wooden deck attached to a brownstone?
Is a Building permit required for Decks
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bklyngr77
in Garden 13 years and 2 months ago
Removal of Concrete & Install of Pavers
Can anyone recommend someone to remove a relatively small area of concrete from my backyard and install pavers? Thank you!
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bklyngr77
in Garden 13 years and 2 months ago
Removal of Concrete & Install of Pavers
Can anyone recommend someone to remove a relatively small area of concrete from my backyard and install pavers? Thank you!
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alexbklyn
in Chimney and Fireplace 13 years and 2 months ago
Odd smell from fireplace
Hi everyone, I just moved in to the top floor of an old brick townhouse. In our dining room there is an antique fireplace -…
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agrade
in Stores 13 years and 2 months ago
Retail Price for Square Foot on Vanderbilt Avenue - Prospect Heights
Hi Brownstoner Community, I am wondering if anyone could tell me what the going square foot rate is on Vanderbilt Avenue in Prospect Heights. Thinking…
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brooklynchic
in Cellar 13 years and 2 months ago
Permit
Is it necessary to get a permit to rip out the ceiling in the cellar? If no, Should a contractor be hired or is a…
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stephanie
in Building Code 13 years and 2 months ago
Don't know what kind of walls were removed
I am interested in an older 2-story, brick house. I happened to meet the owner before the OH. She mentioned that six years ago she…
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ProHeights66
in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 2 months ago
Radiators, Sinks, Tub, Toilet, Refrigerator -- FREE and almost free
The following are available for pick-up tomorrow (Tuesday) in Prospect Heights: –Green cast iron tub and matching green sink (50s vintage, good condition) — $50…
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dnk
in Flooring 13 years and 4 months ago
Replacing ruined hardwood floor
Hi all, I have a friend whose 3/4 inch maple floor (quartersawn planks) was ruined when she went on vacation and a pipe began to…
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rwood
in Fencing 13 years and 2 months ago
Ironworks vendor in the brooklyn/queens border
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fdb54566b7d6-.jpg Hi Brownstoner community, I need a rail in my entry so my toddler doesn’t fall off into the garage next door. Any one has…
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acmeanvil
in Building Code 13 years and 2 months ago
Decks and fire code
Hi All, We live on the top two floors of a townhouse, and the lower floor has a deck in the back (24’x12′) that is…
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MyGoodEye
in Mortgage 13 years and 2 months ago
MORTGAGE BROKER in or around Brooklyn that can work with Multi-Fam Primary Residence
In need of a good recommendation on a Mortgage Broker who is familiar with the NY market and multi-family/primary-residences in particular. My credit is good…
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deano
in Doors 13 years and 2 months ago
Phone number for Ted Harris?
Looking to call Ted Harris (who does door carpentry based out of Clinton Hill) but I dont have his card with me right now –…
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deano
in Doors 13 years and 2 months ago
Phone number for Ted Harris?
Looking to call Ted Harris (who does door carpentry based out of Clinton Hill) but I dont have his card with me right now –…
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stephanie
in Building Code 13 years and 2 months ago
Don't know what kind of walls were removed
I am interested in an older 2-story, brick house. I happened to meet the owner before the OH. She mentioned that six years ago she…
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handywoman
in General Contractors 13 years and 2 months ago
Handyman recommendation
If you need a great handyman, with license and insurance, I can highly recommend Ben Garcia. A plumber tore a few large jagged holes in…
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architerp
in Antiques 13 years and 2 months ago
Cast-Iron Sink for Sale $250 OBO
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fde61526774f-.jpg Beautiful cast-iron sink for sale. I’ve had it in my basement for over a year now just waiting to be installed. Now my wife…
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Mms2222
in Real Estate - Sales 13 years and 2 months ago
Is the co-op responsible to report problems in a sponsor's unit to potential buyers? Is the sponsor?
There is a one bedroom unit in my building that just went on the market by the sponsor that looks fine on the surface but…
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bedstuy06
in Antiques 13 years and 2 months ago
Antique Victorian Brick Set Range for Sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fd5092b9a6d7-.jpg Hello, We are selling this brick set range. It needs some restoration and is cracked in a few places. If interested, please call Tim…
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brooklynexpediter
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 13 years and 2 months ago
Changing of the guards at Brooklyn DOB
Rumors abound that Queens Borough commissioner Ira Gluckman will replace John Gallagher as Borough commissioner and Mr. Gallagher will resume his old post as Deputy…
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