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BobMarvin

in General Discussion 10 months ago

Chairlifts in Brownstones

Had anyone had these installed? We’re thinking of a chair stair lift as a way to ensure that we’ll be able to stay in our…

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Updated 9 months ago

donnieseals

in General Discussion 9 months ago

Is there a Chicago version of Brownstoner?

Just stumbled across this site, and the community and information here is great. Does anyone know of any communities like Brownstoner that are focused on…

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Updated 9 months ago

cate

in General Discussion 9 months ago

We\'d love feedback on Brownstoner\'s new site

As some of you know, Brownstoner had to relaunch our website because our previous commenting system and design were no longer supported. We are aware…

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Updated 9 months ago

kjb

in General Discussion 9 months ago

Coop board question

We have a current owner asking for conditional approval to do an apartment combination before purchasing the apartment next door. Has anyone’s building done this…

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sphil305

in General Discussion 10 months ago

Where do these new developers get their kitchen cabinets, hardwood and appliances from

images for reference > https://imgur.com/a/gPzVZTp

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Updated 10 months ago

terryhoppy

in General Discussion 10 months ago

Tapping sound

Hi: I have been hearing a faint tapping sound from behind the wall in my bathroom. It is on and off; sometimes no tapping. Any…

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BobMarvin

in General Discussion 11 months ago

Dryer Vent Cleaning

Any recommendations for a person, or company, who can clean the vent of my gas dryer?

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Updated 11 months ago

Putnamdenizen

in General Discussion 11 months ago

Problems with website

Not sure if this will post. I was having difficulties posting comments or topics. Part of the problem seemed to be that I was using…

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Updated 11 months ago

Sherita

in General Discussion 1 year ago

How many electric meters for a 2 family?

We are renovating a 2 family (owner’s unit over garden apartment rental). Our architect says we need 3 electric meters for con ed (1 for…

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Updated 11 months ago

northslopian

in General Discussion 1 year and 9 months ago

Chubb new requirements--multi-tier alarm system

Chubb sent out someone to inspect the property (3 family) recently for a new assessment and the replacement cost went from 2.3M to 8M (and…

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Updated 11 months ago

michaelsaur67

in General Discussion 11 months ago

Little holes in wood floors

I have found some small irritations in my wood floor. I know some of them have been there for a long time, but it seems…

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Updated 11 months ago

cate

in General Discussion 1 year and 1 month ago

Washing machine problem

We recently switched from a top loader to a front loader, and the new front loader vibrates excessively and shakes the floor (it’s in a…

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Updated 1 year ago

aravalittle

in General Discussion 2 years and 10 months ago

Great House Cleaner / Cleaning Lady Recommendation!

Every now and then I check the forum looking for a cleaner and have never come up with much, but we have finally found someone…

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Updated 1 year ago

gussie13

in General Discussion 1 year ago

best soundproof interior windows for brick townhouse?

We are considering soundproofing interior windows for our long, parlor floor, street-facing windows (we are in a historic district and to replace the windows here…

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Updated 1 year ago

jmsbiz06

in General Discussion 1 year and 1 month ago

Neighbors peeling paint

Hi, I am new to home ownership in Brooklyn. My neighbors wall that is part of (and facing) our backyard has peeling paint. Who is…

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Updated 1 year ago

ukpgwbatav

in General Discussion 1 year and 1 month ago

Commercial Insurance New York

I would appreciate hearing any stories you may have about encountering problems with obtaining commercial insurance or dealing with unfriendly agents and/or brokers.

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Updated 1 year ago

deva

in General Discussion 1 year ago

New Used Bosch Oven Stopped Working: Bosch Tech is Charging Exorbitant Fee

Hello Dear Brownstoners, Once again reaching out to you for some pointers. My 3 year never used Bosch in-wall oven stopped working displaying E305 error…

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Updated 1 year ago

ceg

in General Discussion 1 year ago

Custom Woodwork (Cabinets, Furniture, Etc.)

I wanted to share that we had a terrific experience with Karl Velikonja, who recently opened a small shop in Cobble Hill, where he designs…

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sjdv

in General Discussion 1 year ago

New Forum

Brownstoner has launched a newly designed website with upgraded features and functionality to better serve our readers and highlight our reporting and the Brownstoner community…

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Updated 1 year ago

decoart

in General Discussion 1 year and 1 month ago

Timeline for condo board to review rental application

The condo board is saying they want 3 weeks to review a rental application. That sounds ridiculous and will cost me rent and I will…

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Updated 1 year and 1 month ago

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