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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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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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srsmith77
in Architecture 13 years and 2 months ago
We are looking for an architect who has solid experience with landmarked buildings. Any recommendations?
We need an architect who has solid experience with landmarked buildings. The property is in Crown Heights.
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aussieben
in Decks and Porches 13 years and 6 months ago
Does a rear deck constitute a "change of egress" and trigger need for a certificate of occupancy on a pre-1938 house?
We are looking at a brownstone (2 family) with no certificate of occupancy. Not a problem in itself, as far as we can tell. Appears…
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slopette
in About Brooklyn 13 years and 2 months ago
Best hotels in Brooklyn?
OK, OK, I know this is a bit off topic, but where else but Brownstoner can I find a such community of picky and detail-oriented…
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annep
in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 2 months ago
Antique Street Pavers for sale!
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f997db56f6f3-.jpg I just finished installing these in my back yard & have approximately 850 left over. These are Antique Purington Skinny Street Pavers that I…
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backeast
in Masonry 13 years and 2 months ago
Retaining Wall replacement questions
The cement or concrete retaining wall at the back of our property needs to be dug up and replaced and moved about a foot (because…
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annep
in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 2 months ago
Antique Street Pavers for sale!
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f997db56f6f3-.jpg I just finished installing these in my back yard & have approximately 850 left over. These are Antique Purington Skinny Street Pavers that I…
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xistent
in Garden 13 years and 2 months ago
LOOKING FOR PAVERS
Im looking for a small quantity of pavers/stones (approximately 50 sq ft) that I can make a small little patio in the middle of my…
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xistent
in Garden 13 years and 2 months ago
LOOKING FOR PAVERS
Im looking for a small quantity of pavers/stones (approximately 50 sq ft) that I can make a small little patio in the middle of my…
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snarkolepctic
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
3 story brownstone - rental on top or bottom?
We are trying to decide how to configure our house. I think there are pros and cons to both scenarios – rental on the top…
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zlt99
in Other 13 years and 2 months ago
Leaking from the House Next Door
We just re-did our roof (complete tear-off) with a highly recommended roofer. When it rained on Sunday, it leaked worse than it did before the…
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cornelius
in Real Estate - General 13 years and 2 months ago
I am looking for an honest broker through which to purchase a 3-4 family brownstone in an affordable area of Brooklyn. Many thanks.
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househunt
in Electricians 13 years and 2 months ago
What is the going rate per hr for a professional electrian? How long should it take 2 professional electricians to put up a ceiling fan?
What is the going rate per hr for a professional electrian? How long should it take 2 professional electricians to put up a ceiling fan?…
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sbaltzell
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
Clawfoot Tub for sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f976a8bbb3c0-.jpg Excellent condition. Faucet and shower rod included. 60″ x 30″. Pick up in Brooklyn Heights. Please email my profile if interested in more information.
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mbw185
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
Changing from 2 windows to a bay window and DOB?
We are in contract on a brick house and starting to figure out renovations. We had been thinking of replacing 2 windows from the back…
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1078dean
in Utilities 13 years and 2 months ago
Energy Providers
Lately we have been harassed by a variety of utility companies by phone, mail and in person promising immense savings from our Coned and Nationalgrid…
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Javi80
in Lawyers and legal service 13 years and 4 months ago
Who pays to repair lock?
When a tenant is locked out, and can not gain access other than using a locksmith, who covers the cost of the repair or replacement…
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