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homely
in General Discussion 8 years ago
Brownstoning facade
Could masons out there please weigh in? In re-brownstoning a facade, the mason is using a previously applied scratch coat, applied recently. He has removed…
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lfeder
in General Discussion 8 years ago
Patio/Drainage/Fence Installer
We recently bought/moved into a two family in Cypress Hills. We have a long backyard that slopes into the house, and though the water issue…
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camerongary
in General Discussion 8 years ago
Leak in Stucco
Looking for a reliable contractor that could advise me about what to do about the stucco on the back of my brownstone. There is water…
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camerongary
in General Discussion 8 years ago
Leak in Stucco
Looking for a reliable contractor that could advise me about what to do about the stucco on the back of my brownstone. There is water…
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freespirit
in General Discussion 8 years ago
Curious about this antique piece
I picked up this gorgeous bookcase from someone who was getting rid of all the furniture in an apartment whose owners deceased (they were really…
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zhoushi
in General Discussion 8 years ago
Seeking recommendations for super/handy-man for 2 family brownstone in BedStuy
Hi. I have a two family brownstone in bedstuy, and, am looking for a super who will take garbage out once or twice a week,…
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nf85
in General Discussion 8 years ago
How to understand DEP water usage?
Hi all, Our quarterly water bill for our brownstone typically runs about $250 with some spikes during construction, but after an $850 bill last fall…
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maxwellimus
in General Discussion 8 years ago
2 Family building with 3 electric meters
Hi, I just recently purchased a 2 family home and ConEd is stating that the 3rd meter for the hallway and basement is considered a…
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dmdesmond
in General Discussion 8 years ago
Brownstoner Concierge?
Has anyone used concierge? I sent a request in but they never responded back. Has anyone else received good recommendations from them?
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dmdesmond
in General Discussion 8 years ago
Brownstoner Concierge?
Has anyone used concierge? I sent a request in but they never responded back. Has anyone else received good recommendations from them?
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outout1234
in General Discussion 8 years and 1 month ago
Landscape Designer Recommendation
We are planning to renovate the exterior of our masonry townhome in Crown Heights and are looking for someone to work with us and our…
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annep
in General Discussion 8 years ago
My carpenter just bailed mid-job. Any recommendations would be amazing.
I’m mid bathroom-reno & my carpenter just bailed. Looking for someone to come on board ASAP for a floor to ceiling storage cabinet & custom…
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Internal stair repair recommendations?
We have a detached wood frame multifamily and I’m worried about the state of our stairs which are sagging and pulling away from the wall…
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irozhko
in General Discussion 8 years ago
Post Close Possession Rent
In the process of closing on our brownstone, the sellers are asking for a 3 months after closing to do their renovation at their new…
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tuna-loaf
in General Discussion 8 years ago
Poorly defined co-op policy on washer and dryer
My co-op at one time allowed washing machines and dryers in units and then issued a “moratorium” against them some time before I bought my…
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gellhorngal
in General Discussion 8 years ago
anyone know of a good carpenter????
thank you!
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elm_bk
in General Discussion 8 years and 4 months ago
Central Air or Mini-Split?
Hi, I did read the article by this name but didn’t find my questions answered there, so I’m putting it out again–WHICH IS BETTER? We…
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pfmnyc
in General Discussion 8 years ago
Fountain Repair
Looking for recommendations on a contractor who can repair an old cement fountain in our common garden (NYC). Many thanks!!
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