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mysteriousbrunette
in Electricians 13 years and 1 month ago
Bureau of Electrical Control Access by phone
What is the phone number for the bureau of electrical control? I want to speak to somebody in the permit department. It’s about a…
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duckwalk
in Carpet and Upholstery 13 years and 1 month ago
Cleaning carpeted stairs
The only carpeted area in my condo is a set of stairs. It’s a straight run, 15 or 16 stairs, total plus a carpeted landing. …
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yoa
in General Contractors 13 years and 1 month ago
negotiating on prices
i was wondering how many people negotiate contractor pricing? i am getting seperate estimates for floors, walls, and a/c installation. How much wiggle room is…
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overherhead
in Lighting 13 years and 2 months ago
Covering the gap on lights connected to old gas lines
As I slowly replace the existing fixtures in my house, I’m finding that most of my fixtures hang from the old gas lines, and so…
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alexbklyn
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
How to get started buying a brownstone
Hi all- My wife and I have rented in BedStuy for the past number of years and we’re finally in a position where we might…
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lnneedshelp
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
Deck Problems
About 15 years ago I had a deck put down in Brownston backyard. it was built on top of soil and brick. The deck goes…
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vinniebarbarino
in Handymen and Odd Jobs 13 years and 2 months ago
welder recommendation
Our building engineer told us that we need to improve the strength of a bunch of lally columns in our cellar. We need a welder…
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cleo
in Pest Control 13 years and 1 month ago
Termite infestation???how long until treatment works?
In January we discovered that we had well-established termite activity in our brick townhouse —several basement joists were damaged, as well as the floor on…
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msaige
in Inspection 13 years and 1 month ago
Heimer for new construction inspection?
Has anyone used Heimer for home inspection with good results?
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slvillager
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 13 years and 1 month ago
c of o issues with refi
we have a 4 family we use as a 3\. kitchen plumbling still intact behind wall, no changes to egress since c of o issued…
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dahlanddane
in Decorative 13 years and 1 month ago
Seeking: Mold Maker and Reproducer of Plaster Frieze
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4faad8d33b899-processed-httpmediatumblrcomtumblr_m0h88eBZXQ1qhzttljpg.jpg Looking forsomeone who can make a mold and cast reproductions of the frieze in attached image. Original frieze to be reproduced is on the…
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ec
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 13 years and 1 month ago
I would like to get a recommendation for a siding contractor who can install hardi-board, or council me on alternatives. Its for a 4 story building. Any info greatly appreciated!
The building is a 4 story apt house currently with shingles.
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justindanielnyc
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 1 month ago
ducted vs ductless
Hello, Just purchased a townhome in cobble hill and we are about to begin the process of adding AC (currently there is none). We received…
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chillym
in Agents and Brokers 13 years and 1 month ago
Broker Recommendation: housebywe
For anyone looking for brokers, I highly recommend housebywe (http://www.housebywe.com/) – Ari and Erin are super helpful and knowledgeable. They just guided me through selling…
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SewardWasRight
in Plumbers and Plumbing 13 years and 1 month ago
NYC Code - Plumbing Handles
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4faa9596c4d3a-.jpg Hey all, Plumber says that these handles are no longer code in NYC. He replaced them in the cellar during the pipe replacements, but…
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sdd2010
in Doors & Windows 13 years and 2 months ago
Window Maintenance Ballpark Cost?
Has anyone recently had any maintenance work done to their windows? My double hung windows are next to impossible to open and close anymore, so…
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chillym
in Agents and Brokers 13 years and 1 month ago
Broker Recommendation: housebywe
For anyone looking for brokers, I highly recommend housebywe (http://www.housebywe.com/) – Ari and Erin are super helpful and knowledgeable. They just guided me through selling…
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rollotomasi
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 1 month ago
Staircase: Repair vs Rebuild
I’ve been living in a brooklyn brownstone for 10 years and have a question. Our staircase has seen better days. Nothing major, just wear and…
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tate
in Agents and Brokers 13 years and 1 month ago
Dumbo/Vinegar Hill Agents?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fa9315442f64-.jpg Hi, Just wondering if anyone had any recommendations for a rental real estate agent who workes/knows the dumbo/vinegar hill area. We are looking for…
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