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minasimon
in Boiler Repair 13 years ago
Oil to Gas Conversion for 1 Family
We started calling for estimates. One plumber told us we didn’t have to file for the conversion since we’re a 1 family home. Is this…
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laxman
in Decks and Porches 13 years ago
Non-combustible deck
Someone recently told me about this aluminum decking product called LockDry (see http://www.lockdry.com/). This product is highly recommended by Consumer Reports. I am looking to have…
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NEMATT
in Real Estate - Rentals 13 years ago
Good Rental Broker in Park Slope?
I’m moving back to Brooklyn after a few years away. I’m looking for a 3BR rental in Park Slope, and am trying to figure out…
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angiefish
in Glass 13 years ago
1hr fire rated glass
Where can I find somebody to install 1hr fire rated glass for a lot line window? Thanks!
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greenwoodnewowner
in Cellar 13 years ago
basement remodel first steps?
How does one determine the soundness of a basement (in terms of water, mold, and insects/rodents)? We would like to remodel the basement of our…
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CG11231
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 13 years ago
What is brownstone special cement?
I asked contractor whether final coat on exterior stairs and facade repair would be stucco. His answer: “Final brownstone coat will not be stucco but…
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jeanmarine2
in Bath & Kitchen 13 years ago
Park Slope Kitchen Gallery - Feedback
Have any of you used Park Slope Kitchen Gallery near Prospect Avenue and 5th Avenue in Park Slope? I’d be interested in feedback, good and/or…
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SewardWasRight
in Inspection 13 years ago
Fire-Proofing Inspection Follies
At long last, at the end of my renovation, I am told I am supposed to have a fire-proofing inspection to be sure that any…
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stephanie
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 13 years ago
Kitchen in basement w/o permit
Hi. I found a great house but was upset to find a kitchen and bath (both very nicely done) in the basement. I checked NYC.gov…
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ejalbk
in Marble 13 years and 3 months ago
Renewing Marble Stair Treads?
We have white marble interior stair treads in our building. They surely looked great fifty years ago, but now, not so much! We want to…
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jeanmarine2
in Flooring 13 years ago
Any Danger in Removing Stick-on Linoleum Tiles by Myself?
Is there any danger/risk in removing stick-on linoleum tiles myself? These are 12″x12″ and I was able to mostly put a fingernail under the corner…
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sirk98
in Appliances 13 years and 1 month ago
Anyone looking for a cheap gas range (white)?
I have been steadily replacing appliances since I bought my place. I am now in a situation where everything is stainless… except the range. I…
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ebp
in Carpenters and Woodworkers 13 years ago
Bannister Re-Finishing/Restoration
Hi, Our interior bannister is in need of major repair: super wobbly, 15 missing spindles, last painted in the early 60’s. It goes up 3…
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backeast
in Roofers 13 years ago
trimming a street tree overhanging my roof
There is a big tall street tree in front of my house, and many branches overhang my roof. I was told I should have those…
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norththirdscott
in Interior Decorators and Designers 13 years ago
Cabinetry and Designer Recommendation
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fec7727b2317-.jpg I highly recommend Gerald of Brooklyn Modern for interior design and cabinetry. He made a floor-to-ceiling bookshelf system–made entirely from steel–with 5 closed cabinets…
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choncloc
in Flooring 13 years ago
(long shot) Company headed by an Irish guy that does flooring
I had a company come out many years ago to sand and polish my wood flooring. It was headed by an Irish guy from long…
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greencat
in Mortgage 13 years ago
Refinance, loan modification - investment property..Suggestions?
Hi Brownstoners- We have a four family rental property in Bed-Stuy that has a 10 year interest only for 10 years, which ends in approximately…
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LowerUWSider
in Building Code 13 years ago
Fire rated caulk in holes for electrical cables?
When running new BX cables from one floor to another inside the walls of a NYC brownstone, do the holes between floors that the cables…
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