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nyteacher

in Construction 13 years and 1 month ago

Backyard shed issue

We bid on a house that had a neighbor’s shed’s overhang about ten inches over the property line. On advicement, we didn’t want to close…

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pwhite

in Brownstoner 14 years ago

Forum RSS

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4ded748463cc4- Please add an RSS feed for the forum like you had on the old site!

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Updated 13 years and 1 month ago

rstank

in Government 13 years and 1 month ago

Fighting Department of Sanitation Fine

Our building was hit with a Department of Sanitation fine for cardboard incorrectly disposed of on the sidewalk.  The trash was the work of a…

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mendeldave

in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago

Adding a fireplace

Does anyone know if it is possible to add a WB fireplace to an aparement?  Some of my friends in Amsterdamn added one to their…

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Updated 13 years and 1 month ago

tapioca2

in Cellar 13 years and 1 month ago

Hello all, can anyone tell me how much it should/would cost to remove abestos installtion from 18 linear feet of cellar pipes? Thanks

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Updated 13 years and 1 month ago

stonetree

in Quality of Life 13 years and 1 month ago

Advise on how to deal w wood burning restaurant smell?

Hello Brownstoners, I live in Clinton Hill and a new place (Speedy Romeo) opened on our corner that does wood burning pizza.  The woodburning oder…

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Updated 13 years and 1 month ago

windsorknot

in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 13 years and 6 months ago

DOB Domino Effect

Long story short…  I had an electrician move my electrical meters to the outside of my building.  During the DOB inspection, the inspector issued a…

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Updated 13 years and 1 month ago

bontheblock

in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 1 month ago

Faux Brownstone Repair??

My facade needs some serious repairs and honestly, spending thirty or fourthy thousand dollars is not even close to be in my budget. The worst…

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Updated 13 years and 1 month ago

nona525

in Bath & Kitchen 13 years and 1 month ago

Spa Tub Choice?

Thank you for the help with clawfoots (that one is for me). Hubby wants a spa tub, probably with jets. Would very much appreciate advice…

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Updated 13 years and 1 month ago

brooklynbemused

in Cleaning and Maid Services 13 years and 1 month ago

Slightly off topic... Miele vacuum recommendation anyone?

Hi I would like to buy a Miele cannister vacuum – one of the cheaper ones for less than $500\. There are many models in…

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Updated 13 years and 1 month ago

psloper

in About Brooklyn 13 years and 1 month ago

Anyone has any update on the Gowanus Whole Food?

Anyone has any update on the Gowanus Whole Food?

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psloper

in About Brooklyn 13 years and 1 month ago

Anyone has any update on the Gowanus Whole Food?

Anyone has any update on the Gowanus Whole Food?

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joules

in Agents and Brokers 13 years and 1 month ago

Seller's Broker Vs. Buyer's Broker- Advice??

We’ve been looking to purchase in Bed Stuy, and are a little confused as to how brokerage works in the area.  From what we’ve found,…

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Updated 13 years and 1 month ago

grimacenyc

in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 1 month ago

1880s Park Slope Carriage/Townhouse salvage / antiques FOR SALE: 2 marble mantles, roof cornice, 1880's carriage house wooden door, tin ceiling, vintage armoire, stove, etc

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fb08311dc4a2-processed-httpslh6googleusercontentcom-DjLkt6XB5WATvjxYb_8awIAAAAAAAAF2cdCuVjGRTL3ks576P1160840jpg.jpg Hello, I have the following architectural salvage items / antiques for sale from an 1880’s Park Slope townhouse and carraige house. Please email me…

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haiderbk

in Retail 13 years and 7 months ago

New organic store

New organic store on corner of Halsey street and Stuyvesant avenue. The prices are very reasonable compare to other places in the area. Talked to…

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Updated 13 years and 1 month ago

kteiro

in Fencing 13 years and 2 months ago

Seeking Garden Fence Recommendations

I need to replace a wooden garden fence. Any recommendations for good fencing contractors?  Thanks!

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Updated 13 years and 1 month ago

sahteleva

in Furniture 13 years and 1 month ago

Corner Computer Desks that Great For Almost Any Office

If you have been using an old table or a writing area that has not been specifically designed to be used as office space, it…

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Sharona

in Garden Design and Maintenance 13 years and 10 months ago

Planters: Terra Cotta and SandStone - Hi, Any suggestions on where to purchase really nice planters? Not too expensive and hopefully in Brooklyn? Thnx!

Hi, Any suggestions on where to purchase really nice planters? Not too expensive and hopefully in Brooklyn? Thnx!

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Updated 13 years and 1 month ago

ewflueckiger

in Heating 13 years and 1 month ago

Old Gas Furnace

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fae86e95d692-.jpg I recently purchased a house, built in 1954, in the basement there was an old Super Flame furnace with what appears to be a…

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Updated 13 years and 1 month ago

ewflueckiger

in Heating 13 years and 1 month ago

Old Gas Furnace

http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fae86e95d692-.jpg I recently purchased a house, built in 1954, in the basement there was an old Super Flame furnace with what appears to be a…

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