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brownstone89
in General Discussion 4 years and 10 months ago
Any roofer recommendations for Manhattan?
Looking for a reasonable priced roofer in the city, do you guys have any suggestions? thank you for your time.
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pearlstoh
in General Discussion 4 years and 10 months ago
NYS Historic Preservation Tax Credits - Residential
Has anyone recently applied for and received the NYS Historic Preservation Tax Credit for a residential home in a Landmark District?I’m in the Central Harlem…
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casadelsol16
in General Discussion 4 years and 10 months ago
Tar on Brick Exterior
Hello! We just had a home inspection on a house which we have an accepted offer. The inspector expressed deep concern with the back exterior…
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eamonnsbest
in General Discussion 4 years and 10 months ago
Electrician rec to install ceiling fan with plaster medallion
Hi all, Thanks in advance to the Brownstoners who provide excellect advice for preserving our historical homes in BK! I have a home I have…
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workisfun
in General Discussion 4 years and 10 months ago
Why was the thread “ Starting from scratch – Best Heating System?” closed?
Wanted to add that we have cork and tile floors over hydronic radiant and I absolutely love it. Also – the lack of radiators or…
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dushonjulia
in General Discussion 4 years and 10 months ago
Bedbug signs
Hi, please someone help me. It is been almost 4 weeks that I am seeing kinds of blood stains on sheets, clothes, etc, my husband…
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pearlstoh
in General Discussion 4 years and 10 months ago
Heated Below Grade Stoop Entrance
Has anyone installed heat tracing in a below grade front stoop entrance area? I’m about to undertake a full facade restoration and am considering heat…
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namahs
in General Discussion 4 years and 10 months ago
Black slime clogging faucet aerator
This is the 2nd time this year that our faucet aerator has been clogged. The first time it happened, it was at the 1st floor…
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ellenbkeane
in General Discussion 4 years and 10 months ago
Gutter overflows on heavy rain
My gutter is clean, but every time it rains very hard it overflows. I suspect that the downspout needs to be snaked. Has anyone else…
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slimc
in General Discussion 4 years and 10 months ago
BILCO ROOF HATCH
Anyone know where I can find the model/serial number on a bilco hatch?
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true
in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago
Why do I need a buyer's agent?
2-3% is a lot to give up and I need a lawyer in NYC regardless. I know the headache I’m getting into with renovations. So,…
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andriywww1990
in General Discussion 4 years and 10 months ago
Colonial: National Council of Acoustical Consultants
they closed the discussion on your post regarding sound transfer. this organization has a website that includes a directory. they also have a really good…
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smoochas
in General Discussion 4 years and 10 months ago
Donate/recycle fridge - with pickup!
Hello! Does anyone know a place where we can donate (or recycle) and old full sized fridge? It is in working condition, but it’s older.…
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deebeeeye
in General Discussion 4 years and 10 months ago
Replacing my oil boiler?
Hi. My oil boiler is great – I’ve got steam radiators – but of course oil prices are going up and wondering what practical alternatives…
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Sherita
in General Discussion 5 years and 2 months ago
Starting from scratch - Best Heating System?
We are about to embark on a gut reno of a 4 story brownstone that is in estate sale condition. All the mechanics need to…
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allyslope
in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago
Sound proof fence
Can anyone share recommendations on what material to use to sound proof a fence or a company that specialize in sound proof fences. We are…
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markwalker
in General Discussion 4 years and 10 months ago
Free Bricks, Tiles, Sand Cement and Grout
We have a few extra items from a project. They are free. Come and get it — all or some. Sorry we cannot deliver, no…
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markwalker
in General Discussion 4 years and 11 months ago
Wood Preservative for indoors
Would you happen to have advice about what to use on stair treads. Our house is 115 years old, and the staircase is sound but…
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