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Goatcrapp
in Doors & Windows 13 years and 6 months ago
sound abatement windows?
sound abatement… sound control… etc. I’m looking to install new windows on the street face of my ground floor (still the older single pane in…
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realestate
in Doors 13 years and 6 months ago
Front door window treatment - modern style/old brownstone
We’re gut renovating a brownstone in a modern style (it was a wreck when purchased) but preserving the very few original details that were left…
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dz9001
in Building Code 13 years and 6 months ago
Adding a full bathroom in the cellar
We just purchased an one family house in Queens, and we are thinking for putting a full bathroom (including shower) in the cellar for guest…
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dweinkrant
in Carpet and Upholstery 13 years and 6 months ago
Carpet Tile (e.g., FLOR) vs. Wall-to-Wall Carpeting
What is the advantage of carpet tile? Is it more difficult to care for than regular carpeting?
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landofenchantment
in Real Estate - Sales 13 years and 6 months ago
Rec for broker
I just noticed the ad for Temple Morrow on the front page–our old broker Chris Kohler just joined that company! We just celebrated our second…
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vixg123
in Construction 13 years and 6 months ago
Contractor recommendation needed
Hi all, I am looking for a recommendation for a contractor for a kitchen renovation in a loft apartment. My husband is a fashion designer…
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sakeboy
in Architecture 13 years and 6 months ago
Anyone happy with an architect for C of O conversion?
I’ve followed all the forum links so far on referrals… looking for an owner who is happy with the architect they hired to draw up…
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man_2
in Co-Op Related 13 years and 6 months ago
Coop Share Stock Certificate
I bought into an HDFC coop in Harlem about 19 months ago. I paid off my small loan in July 2011 and a still waiting…
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lagniappe
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 7 months ago
Renovation Financing
I currently live in CG in a condo and am looking to purchase a townhouse to accommodate my expanding family. Given our budget, it is…
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coopking
in Doors 13 years and 6 months ago
Does anyone have a good door installing contractor?
I want to replace the entry door from the common hallway into my coop apartment. I know exactly what door to get I just need…
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adb
in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years and 1 month ago
Bell Contracting-good? Stanley the Carpenter - bad.
Has anyone had experience with Brooklyn based contractor Bell Contracting? We’re looking to do stucco on the back of our house. I can warn you…
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marvin
in Brownstoner 13 years and 6 months ago
can anyone give me the history of 170 new york ave bklyn ny?
can anyone give me information on 170 new york ave. ive been living there for over 30 yrs. and would like to know some history.…
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man_2
in Co-Op Related 13 years and 6 months ago
Coop Share Stock Certificate
I bought into an HDFC coop in Harlem about 19 months ago. I paid off my small loan in July 2011 and a still waiting…
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starfish11040
in Landlord 13 years and 6 months ago
question about tenant complaining about contractor noise
I’ve had a painter coming in each day for the last two days starting about 8 am. The tenants below that apartment are complaining about…
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sarahbrooklyn
in Fire 13 years and 6 months ago
Move firebell for sprinkler system
We have a multifamily brownstone that was recently renovated. We have a sprinkler system throughout the building and an exterior red fire bell. The red bell was…
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Hardcharger
in Heating 13 years and 8 months ago
Radiators not heating.
Ok on wednesday I ran the steam for over 40 minutes in our five story brownstone. I had everyone check their radiators for heat. Everyone…
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lee2468
in Decks and Porches 13 years and 6 months ago
Small patio work - Bay Ridge
I have a slate patio in my front yard and I would like to extend it an additional 4′ X 9′ to cover dirt where…
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housepoor
in Decks and Porches 13 years and 6 months ago
Is a deck subject to 30 ft. rear setback rules?
I am thinking about adding a deck off my parlor floor. The existing extension is 30 ft off the rear property line, in line with…
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