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bk_bstoner1
in Plumbers and Plumbing 13 years and 2 months ago
Gas Meter Reinstallation
Hey B’stoners! Quick question. A few years ago we removed our 2nd gas meter from our legal 2 family home (since we were using it as…
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johnhuesmann
in Electricians 13 years and 2 months ago
Re-wire or upgrade electrical in 2nd floor brownstone apartment?
Hi folks. We have just purchased a second floor apartment in a park slope brownstone. While it passed a basic home inspection, our GC has…
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marty362
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 13 years and 2 months ago
DOB Complaint of illegal conversion and tenant.
The DOB says a complaint was filed alleging illegal conversion and illegal tenants in our attic and basement. I think they got the wrong address.…
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josh moynahan
in Doors 13 years and 2 months ago
Custom Sized Larsen Storm Door 31.75 w x 86 h
I have a brand new custom sized Larsen storm door for sale for $275. this door is white with a full view window. Size is 32…
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josh moynahan
in Doors 13 years and 2 months ago
Custom Sized Larsen Storm Door 31.75 w x 86 h
I have a brand new custom sized Larsen storm door for sale for $275. this door is white with a full view window. Size is 32…
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GerardSplendoreHalsteadBrooklyn
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
Has anyone ever seen a house for sale that was in such terrible conditon that the agents offered the buyer complete gutting of the kithcen and basement as a 'gift' after closing?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f9b74f18f700-.jpg Enter Your Question: House we are selling in Bay Ridge in in dire need of a new kitchen and complete basement renovation. Sellers will…
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mysteriousbrunette
in Painters and Painting & Stripping 13 years and 2 months ago
Painting
Someone please reccommend a painter. The walls have some cracks. The ceiling has minor peeling. It’s a small room. Meanwhile i’m coming up with painters…
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slope2009
in Real Estate - General 13 years and 2 months ago
Is a 3-bedroom worth it?
Hi, We’re looking for an apartment to buy for our family — we have 2 kids and don’t mind if they share a room, but…
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brownman
in Landscaping 13 years and 4 months ago
Water Controll
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f5918fc24ec6-.jpg My house has drainage issues. Can anyone recommend a landscaper who you have hired and did a great job for you. I will need…
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GerardSplendoreHalsteadBrooklyn
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
Has anyone ever seen a house for sale that was in such terrible conditon that the agents offered the buyer complete gutting of the kithcen and basement as a 'gift' after closing?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f9b74f18f700-.jpg Enter Your Question: House we are selling in Bay Ridge in in dire need of a new kitchen and complete basement renovation. Sellers will…
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ireneee
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
I want to get my fire escape scraped down and re-painted
Hi Im looking for recommendations for people/ companies who paint fire escapes and a rough idea of what I should be paying for this type…
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minasimon
in Painters and Painting & Stripping 13 years and 2 months ago
Plaster Medallion
We removed the drop ceilings and came across beautiful but damaged wedding cake moldings which we’re having replaced. However, we’re desperately looking for a source…
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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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Brenda-from-Flatbush
in Bath & Kitchen 13 years and 2 months ago
What's the word on "Bath Fitter" and its ilk?
We are desperate enough, with not 1 but TWO lousy and deteriorating tiled tub/shower enclosures, and no budget for demo/replacement, to consider the “Bath Fitter”…
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crackedstucco
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 13 years and 2 months ago
Architect or Engineer for Facade Work
The badly cracked stucco on the front of our building needs to be replaced (water is getting in one of the apartments) but we’ve had…
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elm_bk
in Home Entertainment Systems 13 years and 2 months ago
wiring a house with ethernet, HDMI, speakers, etc. ???
Hi, While my walls are open for all the necessary wiring/plumbing renovations on my very old very neglected house, i thought it would be smart…
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11231
in Electricians 13 years and 2 months ago
Reasonable Price Per Electrical Point?
In midst of renovation, we are adding some light fixtures, outlets and switches. Wondering what people think a reasonable price per point is (I”m not…
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caperdog
in Demolition 13 years and 2 months ago
Backyard concrete removal
We have appx. 150 sq. ft. of concrete that needs to be broken up and removed from our backyard. Any reputable, well priced recommendations out…
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