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Best place to buy Marvin windows?

I’ve been trying to price Marvin windows and every place I’ve tried so far has terrible salespeople who drag their feet to give a quote……

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chuckbone1

in General Discussion 5 years ago

Brick and Masonry Work in Back Yard

I am looking for a contractor who can do some masonry work and lay down bluestone and pavers in my back yard. Does anyone have…

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nzxuryql

in General Discussion 5 years ago

Barbed Wire Overhang?

Hi, I have a shared fence with the neighboring apt. building which includes barbed wire that hangs over my property. I would like to ask…

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suebklyn

in General Discussion 5 years ago

Where to Donate Interior Doors

I have two doors in excellent condition (removed a closet and combined two rooms) in a newly renovated home. So doors are in perfect condition.…

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suebklyn

in General Discussion 5 years ago

Where to Donate Interior Doors

I have two doors in excellent condition (removed a closet and combined two rooms) in a newly renovated home. So doors are in perfect condition.…

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cobblehillhome

in General Discussion 5 years ago

DOB Inspections - how long?

We have an offer on a townhouse that recently went through a gut reno. I consider myself pretty tech savvy but the DOB website as…

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christopherjosephsantos

in General Discussion 5 years ago

Help with Home renovation. Brownstone sliding door repair

Hello! I live in a super old brownstone and the sliding doors are off track and keep getting stuck. I am also looking for a…

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cobblehillhome

in General Discussion 5 years ago

DOB Inspections - how long?

We have an offer on a townhouse that recently went through a gut reno. I consider myself pretty tech savvy but the DOB website as…

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Guest User | 0 secs ago

Outdoor rug

Any recommendations for outdoor rug for backyard? We’re looking for one that’s durable and low-maintenance, can just leave outside to endure rain and summer UV.…

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in General Discussion 5 years ago

Central Air vs Ducted/Concealed Mini Splits vs Unico for AC

I already have a gas furnace/forced air system — it’s old but gets the job done. I’d like to get an air conditioning system that’s…

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InBklyn76

in General Discussion 5 years ago

Advice/tips for a first-time home renovator?

Hi All – I have recently closed on a home purchase and will be undertaking a major gut renovation. I am a single mom with…

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bocuckoo

in General Discussion 5 years ago

Most "Natural" Artificial Turf | Cost

I have now been convinced of the wonders of a artificial turf for a Brooklyn Backyard. DOes anyone have any recommendations for the most natural…

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phoffy

in General Discussion 5 years ago

Master Plumber needed to do local "152" gas pipe inspection for 3 family house

I am looking for someone to complete this inspection for a reasonable price. It’s just the exterior inspection I believe and a 2 page form.…

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hotpinksharpie

in General Discussion 5 years ago

Full height double-hung vs. transom for parlor windows

I’m replacing the windows in our brownstone and doing all double-hung Marvins. I’m on the fence about our full-height parlor level windows. Our current old…

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chuckbone1

in General Discussion 5 years ago

Brick and Masonry Work in Back Yard

I am looking for a contractor who can do some masonry work and lay down bluestone and pavers in my back yard. Does anyone have…

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conorl

in General Discussion 5 years ago

Tiler Recommendation

Hi Everybody. I’m renovating a bathroom and need to source a tiler. Can anyone recommend one who is good and reliable? Thanks!

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Guest User | 0 secs ago

Where to buy interior doors?

We need a few interior “slab” doors for our rental unit. Nothing fancy, was thinking of a traditional shaker style solid 5 panel door, or…

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Guest User | 0 secs ago

What inspections will be done at the end of a renovation?

This is probably a newbie question but here goes… When our renovation is finishing up in a couple of months (hopefully), what inspections will be…

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rarara

in General Discussion 5 years ago

SWO triggered audit

Long story short, DOB inspectors took issue with our cellar excavation and issued a full SWO. The cure they wanted was Kafkaesque, so our architect/engineer…

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somedaytheocean

in General Discussion 5 years ago

Converting 2 into 3 family - pros and cons?

We will be doing a renovation and considering changing the CFO from 2 to 3 family. Pros / Cons from personal experience would be much…

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