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georginepod
in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago
Ground Level Deck...permit required?
I just moved into a new ground floor (rental) building in Bed-Stuy, which has a good sized private backyard. The yard itself is completely unfinished,…
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lfeder
in General Discussion 7 years and 10 months ago
Bathroom sinks, live and in person?
I need a smallish, but not too small, bathroom sink. I can see plenty online, but it’s hard for me to visualize the scale, even…
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webby1000
in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago
Compensating tenants continued
Sorry, posted before I was ready, not sure why! I live in a 3 family which I own. The building next to me is slated…
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Sheffey
in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago
Brownstone stairs
Hey folks! I’m in need of repairs for my brownstone exterior stairs and vestibule. I need excellence, great pricing and serious consideration for my tenants.…
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karindrew
in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago
How to approach opening up closed-off fireplace?
After living in various apartments for 25 years, I will be closing on a 110 year old detached wood house in Ditmas Park tomorrow. The…
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brooklyndempsey
in General Discussion 7 years and 10 months ago
Ironworker to remove/reattach window security bars
We are having some windows replaced in our brownstone in Park Slope and are looking for someone to remove and reattach the wrought iron security…
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empathie00
in General Discussion 7 years and 10 months ago
Sealing old coal hatch from mice (etc)
Hi all – we have an old coal hatch just under our stoop and it’s not well-sealed at all (basically just a roughly 2×2 metal…
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Any experience with Ikea Bathroom Vanities?
Hi All, we are renovating and really want Ikea bathroom vanities. Our architect said he didn’t advise it because he’s “heard” there are plumbing problems…
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empathie00
in General Discussion 7 years and 10 months ago
Sealing old coal hatch from mice (etc)
Hi all – we have an old coal hatch just under our stoop and it’s not well-sealed at all (basically just a roughly 2×2 metal…
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brooklyndempsey
in General Discussion 7 years and 10 months ago
Ironworker to remove/reattach window security bars
We are having some windows replaced in our brownstone in Park Slope and are looking for someone to remove and reattach the wrought iron security…
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ko.michele
in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago
Looking for a foundation contractor
I have an old townhouse in PLG with some water damage coming through a small section of drywall in the partially finished basement. I contacted…
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bklynazucar
in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago
Backyard cleanout
Our backyard is an overgrown mess as a result we are searching for someone to cleanout and remove pretty much everything from the backyard. This…
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itzik
in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago
Mold in my condo building, who is at fault?
Dear Brownstoner Community, I’m having a dispute in my condo building. My upstairs neighbor had a leak in her AC unit that went on for…
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gj.bellobuono
in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago
NY Attorney Creating Brokerage Firm
My partner’s sister is a lawyer, licensed in NY, working outside the state. We’re looking to leverage her law degree by creating a real estate…
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gj.bellobuono
in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago
NY Attorney Creating Brokerage Firm
My partner’s sister is a lawyer, licensed in NY, working outside the state. We’re looking to leverage her law degree by creating a real estate…
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georaftis
in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago
Termites
I am the new owner of a ~1900 townhome in south slope, with some (supposedly) minor, non-active termite damage. I would like to keep up…
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Sheffey
in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago
Brownstone stairs
Hey folks! I’m in need of repairs for my brownstone exterior stairs and vestibule. I need excellence, great pricing and serious consideration for my tenants.…
0
adam_dahill
in General Discussion 7 years and 11 months ago
Pecan Hardwood Dining room set with Burl finish
Helping my parents out here, excellent condition Complete solid pecan wood Dining table, 4 side chairs and 2 arm chairs with beautiful burl tabletop finish.…
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