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slopester
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
Where to get a load of mulch
I see a number of people gave up on trying to grow grass in their northern facing BKLYN backyards. I’m doing the same & am…
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LisaFG
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
Help with Landmarks Application?
I’m undertaking several energy efficiency projects in an historic district, including solar panels, new windows and rooftop compressors for a heat pump. I’d like to…
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anthony34
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
Looking for someone with a 30 foot ladder to patch back of my house
Asphalt shingles need to be replaced. And maybe a bit elsewhere if possibly can find match. Greenpoint, Brooklyn.
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tetz
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
messed up attic bathroom renovation
would anyone have advice on how i can add a shower door to my bathroom, i did not think it through when renovating. [IMG_20220815_101804](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s3/:brownstoner:NSrU:img_20220815_101804.jpg.jpg)
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hkaminski
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
Looking for Bed Bug Heaters
Bought an old house that was remained closed for two years. Here I can see a lot of bed bugs, so I want to get…
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tetz
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
messed up attic bathroom renovation
would anyone have advice on how i can add a shower door to my bathroom, i did not think it through when renovating. [IMG_20220815_101804](//muut.com/u/brownstoner/s3/:brownstoner:NSrU:img_20220815_101804.jpg.jpg)
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workisfun
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
Zoning for Building Height
How do I go about finding the maximum height one is allowed to build on my block (and surrounding blocks)? I am in a row…
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deebeeeye
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
Garden level tenants complaining of “thin floors”
Oy – wondering if anyone has some suggestions/experience w tenants on the garden level complaining about the noise from the parlor level floor? The parlor…
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suebklyn
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
Neighbor Rats
I have a neighbor next door who has been unresponsive and doesn’t seem to care that he has about 20 rats that run into his…
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jaskin
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
Mini Split Condenser in Front of Building?
Hi, I am renovating a 3-unit townhouse in Clinton Hill (NOT landmarked). We are installing mini split units throughout the home. We currently have the…
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LisaFG
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
Help with Landmarks Application?
I’m undertaking several energy efficiency projects in an historic district, including solar panels, new windows and rooftop compressors for a heat pump. I’d like to…
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dindy
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
Ceramic Bas Relief
I am reposting this query, hoping someone knows someone who remove could use this bas relief. The fireplace will be removed in the next few…
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ahnyst.smalls
in General Discussion 3 years and 9 months ago
What do you wish you knew?
We’re closing soon on a brownstone that hasn’t been updated in decades. We’ve only lived in apartments and I expect it’s going to be a…
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dindy
in General Discussion 4 years and 2 months ago
metal sink
I am wondering if anyone knows anything about this sink ? I think it says July 2, 1858 ? Could it be powder coated and…
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bklynmak
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
ConEd demands 100 to 200A electrical upgrade, then ghosts me for 6 months.
Hi, All. As part of an electrical inspection for a gut renovation, ConEd said they needed to upgrade our connection to the grid from 100…
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writerross
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
Crown Heights Beautification: Nostrand Ave Street Tree Care
Clean Up Crown Heights is seeking volunteers for September 10th and 18th for street tree care along Nostrand Avenue. Volunteers will help clean up litter,…
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writerross
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
Crown Heights Beautification: Nostrand Ave Street Tree Care
Clean Up Crown Heights is seeking volunteers for September 10th and 18th for street tree care along Nostrand Avenue. Volunteers will help clean up litter,…
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shatz
in General Discussion 3 years and 7 months ago
Hardscaping(pavers)/Fence Contractor
Does anyone have any recommendations for a contractor to install hardscaping (pavers) and fence for a small backyard in Williamsburg? Thanks in advance
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