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Goatcrapp
in Heating 13 years and 5 months ago
Service contract (only) for boilers (steam systems) - recommendations?
I used to have my boilers service contracts through my fuel supplier, but after they got ridiculous with their pricing (30-40% higher than just about…
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david51st
in Drywall and Insulation 13 years and 6 months ago
Drywall Installer
Hello All, I was wondering if anyone can recommend a good drywall contractor? I have a wooden studded 1300 square foot apartment. I am hoping…
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phenotis
in Other 13 years and 5 months ago
Can anyone recommend a good housecleaner?
I live in downtown Brooklyn. My apartment is a 600-square foot studio, and I have been paying $70 for three hours work, but I’m willing…
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eric3872
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 5 months ago
Where can I buy Peel Away 7 in BK?
Does anyone know where I can find Peel Away 7 or Smart Strip in Brooklyn. I’ve been to home depot and several hardware stores and…
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nylord1
in Architecture 13 years and 5 months ago
architect recommendations
Looking for an architect for two queens single family home projects in Astoria/woodside area. We are looking for a more modern/contemporary style as well as making…
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nylord1
in Architecture 13 years and 5 months ago
architect recommendations
Looking for an architect for two queens single family home projects in Astoria/woodside area. We are looking for a more modern/contemporary style as well as making…
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mistervoo
in Architecture 13 years and 5 months ago
Where to start? Architect? Engineer? Both? Recommendations?
Hello Brownstoner community, Long time lurker finally coming out to ask you experts your advice. I’m closing on a property at the end of the…
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mistervoo
in Architecture 13 years and 5 months ago
Where to start? Architect? Engineer? Both? Recommendations?
Hello Brownstoner community, Long time lurker finally coming out to ask you experts your advice. I’m closing on a property at the end of the…
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greenwoodslope
in Landlord 13 years and 6 months ago
deposit withholding for failure to give 30 days notice
A tenant moved out of an apartment giving only 15 days notice. He has written me demanding his entire deposit of 1.5 mos rent (even…
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eric3872
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 5 months ago
Where can I buy Peel Away 7 in BK?
Does anyone know where I can find Peel Away 7 or Smart Strip in Brooklyn. I’ve been to home depot and several hardware stores and…
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icoverthewaterfront
in Furniture 14 years ago
Painting Furniture
I’ve got some modern looking end tables (wood, some MDF) that were professionally spray painted at one point; they’re now getting a bit scuffed, etc,…
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berniceshola
in Wood Restoration 13 years and 6 months ago
fretwork trim source?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f18c5f56105e-.jpg hey all, does anyone have a good source for lengths of beaded trim similar to the stuff in the photo? I’ve been stripping and…
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finallygonnareno
in Construction 13 years and 6 months ago
Raising My Roof
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f19a325b8ef9-.jpg My 19 x 45 brownstone (not landmarked) has a sloping roof on the street facing side. On the top floor, the back 30 feet…
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nona525
in Architecture 13 years and 5 months ago
Architect recommendation--need work done quickly
My husband and I bought a small brick row house (1951) in Bay Ridge. There are a few projects we would like to have done,…
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nona525
in Architecture 13 years and 5 months ago
Architect recommendation--need work done quickly
My husband and I bought a small brick row house (1951) in Bay Ridge. There are a few projects we would like to have done,…
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timber
in About Brooklyn 13 years and 6 months ago
What happened to the message about Target and Century 21 moving into City Point
Antybody know what happened? Was it a hoax?
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M
in Plumbers and Plumbing 13 years and 6 months ago
Using european cooktop and oven
Has anyone had success using a gas cooktop and electric oven from Europe in the US? Specifically are there gas/electrical conversion needs and what are…
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Alison
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 13 years and 11 months ago
What are some good examples of EIFS/stucco used in NYC?
Stucco looks great on buildings in foreign countries… why does it always seem to inspire cringes in NY? Is it our technique? The color? The…
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