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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Help removing original mirror
Hello, I am in the process of renovating our brownstone. In the entrance hall, right before the stairs, we have an original mirror with its…
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citizenjane
in General Discussion 6 years and 2 months ago
How to prune rose bushes this year?
Hi all, With the early “spring” and unclear timeline for when cold weather will subside for good, how are you planning to trim your rose…
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BKALLDAY
in General Discussion 6 years and 1 month ago
Seeking a sidewalk concrete contractor.
I have a family member in StuyHeights who is being hassled over the sidewalk in front of their house. I am seeking a professional, knowledgeable,…
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mrreedent
in General Discussion 6 years and 1 month ago
EMERGENCY PLUMBER!
So, it’s the eve of possible Coronavirus lockdown, and our house’s only bathroom has sprung a leak (water leaking into living room ceiling, right below…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
The worst real estate deal ever in Park Slope?
I am looking to buy my first apartment in Brooklyn and came across 393 Prospect Ave. a couple of months ago. Based on the list…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Drains backing up
Looking for recommendations for Brooklyn local drain and sewage service to unblock main drain traps, etc. Thanks in advance! Sam
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katdov
in General Discussion 7 years and 3 months ago
Concrete person
Hello! Anyone know of a concrete person for a fairly small job – repair/rebuild front steps. I’ve been looking for someone for a while but…
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xchx
in General Discussion 6 years and 1 month ago
Mortgage refinancing
What rates are people getting? I was quoted 3% on a 30-year fixed by John Prom at Homebridge, who I would recommend.
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cate
in General Discussion 6 years and 2 months ago
More About Tile vs. Marmoleum in Bathroom
Still can’t decide whether to go with unglazed porcelain hex tile or Marmoleum in our teeny bathroom. I’ve had both subs and the plumber over…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Combining gas meters in small coop
Hi All! I have a unit in a small self-managed coop (5 units). Each unit is owner occupied. I am wondering whether anyone has experience…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Drains backing up
Looking for recommendations for Brooklyn local drain and sewage service to unblock main drain traps, etc. Thanks in advance! Sam
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citizenjane
in General Discussion 6 years and 1 month ago
Advice for DIY child-friendly backyard design?
Dear neighbors, Do you have any advice for a back yard landscape design that is safe for 2 toddlers? We are dealing with a 2’…
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npwebster
in General Discussion 6 years and 2 months ago
Water and Sewage Bills
New two family home owner here and have searched the forum, but didn’t quite find the right answer. Just got my first month water/sewer bill…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
DOB Violation, no Landmark Violation
A couple of years ago I got a DOB violation for my limestone facade. I not get a Landmarks violation, but it is a landmark…
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jen-kg
in General Discussion 6 years and 1 month ago
ISO fireplace mantel/surround
HI, I’m searching for a fireplace mantel/surround, approximately 58” wide. I’ve searched here and went to Big Reuse a while back. I’m not having much…
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nednedx
in General Discussion 6 years and 2 months ago
Dog poop and street litter
Previous to living in Brownstone Brooklyn, I lived in high rises in BK and NYC…and never noticed as much street litter or dog poop on…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Sidewalk Repairs
I own a 5 family non owner occupied brownstone and several sections of the sidewalk being lifted and cracked by tree roots and need to…
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Guest User | 0 secs ago
Digging backyard - pouring/creating below-ground cellar/bunker
I was wondering if anyone has dug (or know if it’s legal to dig) their backyard and basically build a finished cellar /bunker. Below grade,…
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nintzk86
in General Discussion 6 years and 1 month ago
Property Tax Research - Buildings that have changed tax classes
I am doing some property tax research on buildings that have changed their tax classes and how this impacted their assessed value. I am particularly…
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