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jonoshima
in General Discussion 7 hrs ago
Water Line/Main Contractor Question
I need to replace the lead water line coming into our house. After reviewing these forums I contacted three companies. One of them, Figliolia, is…
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owest
in General Discussion 8 months ago
Basement Waterproofing
Any recommendations for masons/water-proofing contractors that repoint basement stone walls where mortar has failed?
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Brownstone Home Inspection
in General Discussion 1 day ago
Lead Water Service Lines into Old NYC Buildings
So all of you in Brownstone Brooklyn know, as i do home inspections in these old buildings, i am finding a ratio of one lead…
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Brownstone Home Inspection
in General Discussion 2 days ago
Drywall Person Needed.
hello, i have a customer who needs a dry wall person to replace the ceiling in one room in a leak damaged house in what…
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sphil305
in General Discussion 2 weeks ago
Looking for advice on a shared driveway issue in Brooklyn.
I own a property with a driveway that runs along the side of the house to my garage in the back. The neighbor keeps parking…
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BobMarvin
in General Discussion 4 days ago
“No Soliciting” Signs
Has anyone had success with these? I found one with a FRIENDLY message: “ No Soliciting Family, Friends, Neighbors &!Deliveries Welcome”. Let’s see if it…
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rachelchancey
in General Discussion 1 weeks ago
locksmith
Can anyone recommend a locksmith experienced with multipoint locks? Specifically Trilennium Multi-Point Locking System by Endura Products?
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firsthome
in General Discussion 1 weeks ago
Crumbling hole in facade, how can I determine the source of the damage
Following the winter, I found significant deterioration at the base of the facade along the party wall. There is a void approximately 7″ deep, exposing…
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katiekeating
in General Discussion 2 weeks ago
FREE WOODEN VICTORIAN BEDS
Hi Brownstoners! I’ve got two free Victorian beds to give away. We used them with twin mattresses, but they’re a little wide so likely 3/4…
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dfreed1
in General Discussion 1 weeks ago
Bell/Buzzer Intercom
Seeking contractor to provide and install a bell and buzzer intercom system for the the front door of my brownstone house.
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dfreed1
in General Discussion 2 weeks ago
Buzzer/Intercom Contractor
Need recommendation for licensed and insured contractor to install it in my three unit Brownstone with two rental units an my unit in which I…
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allisoncon
in General Discussion 3 weeks ago
Repainting/Reglazing Historic Windows
Hi there, I have four exterior front windows (three are bay windows with curved glass) that need reglazing and exterior painting. Any recommendations for contractors?
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Brownstone Home Inspection
in General Discussion 3 weeks ago
Maintaining Door Finishes
greetings, i just received a call from a brownstoner asking me about maintaining wood entry door finishes. there is something written on the tinkerswagon.com about…
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Brownstone Home Inspection
in General Discussion 1 month ago
HOUSE CLEANER FOR ONE DAY
i need a house cleaner for a day over here in queens. sunday or monday. monday preferred. i will pay a premium for the right…
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terryhoppy
in General Discussion 1 month ago
PLASTERER
I Would like a rec for a plasterer for walls. thanks terry
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BobMarvin
in General Discussion 6 months ago
Roof Inspection —Recommendation and Endorsement
Steve Cymbalski (Brownstone Home Inspection LLC) inspected my roof recently and I just received his written report. As you might expect from Steve’s many helpful…
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santos
in General Discussion 1 month ago
General Carpentry
If any one is in need of doors,pocket doors or stairs repair in Brooklyn or Manhattan reach out. We have 15+ years of experience. 347-701-0635…
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oldhome
in General Discussion 6 months ago
Bath Remodeling Costs
Hi! We’re in an old brownstone and our bathroom (14′ x 6′) needs remodeling and we would love to hear from others who have completed…
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peterwestcott
in General Discussion 2 months ago
Asbestos tile abatement - 5-star recommendation for Leinster Contracting!
I would like to highly recommend Leinster Contracting for asbestos abatement. Recently, we had significant water damage in our basement due to a burst pipe.…
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