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elmopagus
in Decks and Porches 13 years and 6 months ago
Decks not to code, need advice
We are currently deciding whether or not to proceed with some renovations that may need DOB permitting and have hit a hurdle. The decks on…
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Bar
in Roofers 13 years and 4 months ago
Need Roofer Recommendation
Hi Brownstoners Can anyone recommend a roofer? Had a rubber roof installed in 09/1997, and I think it is time to have the roof re-evaluated. …
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calle3441
in Mortgage 13 years and 4 months ago
Condo Board Seeking Loan for Capital Improvements
Our condo board (35 unit building) is considering obtaining a 3-4 year loan in order to do some capital improvements. The purpose of the loan…
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gowanusflamingo
in Real Estate - Rentals 13 years and 4 months ago
Short term rental?
Hey. My husband and I are about to renovate our townhouse in Carroll Gardens. I’ve been searching for a happy 2 bedroom, preferably empty if…
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deviatar
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 13 years and 4 months ago
Patch & paint or re-surface the entire brownstone facade?
Anyone have advice on when to just patch peeling areas and paint a brownstone’s facade, versus when you need to re-surface the entire building? Patching…
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daveincrownheights
in Brownstoner Renovation 13 years and 4 months ago
Doing renovation work yourself
We are hoping to buy a brownstone in CH that needs a lot of work, and I’m wondering how much of it we can legally…
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dz9001
in Building Code 13 years and 4 months ago
Daycare community facility in residential neighborhood
I wanted to convert the first floor of an existing 2 family house to daycare facility and leave the 2nd floor as dwelling. An architect told me I might…
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deviatar
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 13 years and 4 months ago
Patch & paint or re-surface the entire brownstone facade?
Anyone have advice on when to just patch peeling areas and paint a brownstone’s facade, versus when you need to re-surface the entire building? Patching…
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theoperadiva
in Agents and Brokers 13 years and 4 months ago
Any advice on buying an FSBO (for sale by owner for those searching)?
We’re considering a for sale by owner property and are wondering if anyone has advice in terms of the timeline, things to avoid, things to…
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jane1234
in Carpet and Upholstery 13 years and 4 months ago
where to buy home carpet tile in Brooklyn (not FLOR)
I’m looking for a contemporary runner for my 19′ long hallway. I love the look of Flor but when I saw them in person, they…
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reneegavin
in Painters and Painting & Stripping 13 years and 4 months ago
deposit for painter
Hello, We have found a painter and are set to have out house painted the first week of May. He wants a 50% deposit…
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Goatcrapp
in Garden 13 years and 4 months ago
Local rain barrels?
Where is everyone sourcing their rain barrels, or casks that can be turned into a rain barrel from lately? None of the home depot ones…
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kayru
in Fencing 13 years and 4 months ago
Chain Link Fence & Privacy
Hi, Looking for suggestions on adding privacy to chainlink. Choices include permahedge (looks like Christmas tree branches), bamboo,slats, or pvc/wood. Any feedback, opinions, or photos…
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theoperadiva
in Agents and Brokers 13 years and 4 months ago
Any advice on buying an FSBO (for sale by owner for those searching)?
We’re considering a for sale by owner property and are wondering if anyone has advice in terms of the timeline, things to avoid, things to…
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Goatcrapp
in Garden 13 years and 4 months ago
Local rain barrels?
Where is everyone sourcing their rain barrels, or casks that can be turned into a rain barrel from lately? None of the home depot ones…
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Arkady
in Carpenters and Woodworkers 13 years and 4 months ago
Built-in Bookcases
I’m looking for a carpenter/woodworker who can finish bookcases that are about 1/2 complete. Needs good skills to work around existing start.
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cobblehillbilly
in Fencing 13 years and 4 months ago
Backyard fence
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f6b8a08c16da-.jpg Can anyone recommend someone who can build this type of fence for me?
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TheBrooklynCarriage
in Garden Design and Maintenance 13 years and 4 months ago
New Garden Design
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f6cd10d1f989-.jpg Hi Brownstoners, We have a great opportunity to design a backyard garden from scratch! Previously the space was a sterile asphalt parking lot and…
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