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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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ownhs
in Doors 13 years and 2 months ago
Need doorstop questions for brownstone restoration
I had assumed we would use the standard little stick w rubber tip thingy attached to the baseboard. The contractor pointed out that the door…
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masterbuilder
in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 2 months ago
Pine flooring for repurposing
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f9699b5c91b1-.jpg We have a few hundred square feet of pine floor, 4″ and 8.5″ planks, available for pickup immediately in Brooklyn. We repurposed several hundred…
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Augustiner
in Brownstoner 13 years and 2 months ago
Mobile and other bugs
Come on, please make – that the forum is not “read only” on iPhone – that links that get posted are functional – that the…
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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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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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meme2
in Bath & Kitchen 13 years and 3 months ago
Which cabinet line?
I know I want plywood cabinets and good closures. I am basicly getting bottom cabinets for the sink and around the stove . basically 60…
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suvra
in Pest Control 13 years and 6 months ago
Bed bugs problem
I am having problem with bed bugs. Do you have any idea to control it or prevent it?
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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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Augustiner
in Brownstoner 13 years and 2 months ago
Mobile and other bugs
Come on, please make – that the forum is not “read only” on iPhone – that links that get posted are functional – that the…
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smorales
in Brownstoner 13 years and 2 months ago
Brownstone help
We are moving to Park Slope and new to the brownstone market and have no idea what we are getting ourselves into, any advice/help/knowledge would…
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smorales
in Brownstoner 13 years and 2 months ago
Brownstone help
We are moving to Park Slope and new to the brownstone market and have no idea what we are getting ourselves into, any advice/help/knowledge would…
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smorales
in Other 13 years and 2 months ago
buying a brownstone
We just moved to NY (from Ca.) and are new to the brownstone market. What sort of things should we know and look out for??
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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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bbmarket
in Carpenters and Woodworkers 13 years and 2 months ago
Staircase builder
We are considering a condo combination with the unit upstairs. Looking for reccomendations on a staircase builder. There is also a bathroom gut as part…
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hj55
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 2 months ago
Moving a center staircase - what will it take?
Hi Everyone, I am seriously considering making an offer on a 4 story brownstone that has a center staircase on the parlor floor. Unfortunately, the…
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dylan621
in Insurance 13 years and 2 months ago
Condo Building Insurance
Are there any insurance providers for a condo building (not unit) other than Brownstone Agency? Also, do most people get D&O coverage for a 3-4…
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prlegendre
in Architectural Salvage 13 years and 2 months ago
Architectural Salvage Items
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f96fce581f08-.jpg Following a renovation of a Park Slope brownstone, we are selling some of the original and other items. Photos of all items below are…
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