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solehappy

in General Discussion 6 years ago

frameless shower doors?

anyone work with anyone that they would particularly recommend?

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Updated 21 mins ago

deancollins

in General Discussion 2 weeks ago

Intercom repair guy/installer recommendation

Just wanted to give a shoutout/recommendation for Yaroslav at Melsteph Inc ( Melsteph.inc@gmail.com – 347-634-1761) We are over here at Henry St Brooklyn Heights and…

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Updated 15 hrs ago

sphil305

in Renovation 2 weeks ago

Brooklyn cost to replace existing window (not landmark)

What is the ballpark cost per window to replace an existing one in Brooklyn? Do contractors charge just for labor if I order the window…

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Updated 1 day ago

@elizabeth12

in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 3 days ago

Gas Piping System Periodic Inspection Certification

Hi! Can anyone recommend a reasonably priced licensed plumber who can do an inspection certification for the DOB? Thank you, Elizabeth

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Updated 2 days ago

samtsegaye

in Garden 4 days ago

Backyard construction and design

i live in middle village and there are companies here that work locally in this area, middle village, maspeth, ridgewood. more working class areas. i…

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Updated 3 days ago

kwar

in General Discussion 5 days ago

water and sewer service line protection question

I’m wondering whether people have had good or bad experiences with American Water Resources water/sewer service line protection program? All of the posts I can…

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Updated 3 days ago

sphil305

in Bath & Kitchen 4 days ago

Best Places to Find One-Wall Kitchen Cabinets in Brooklyn

Looking to outfit a one-wall kitchen in Brooklyn for a studio apt. I need good-quality cabinets that are functional, stylish, and fit a compact layout.…

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New GC or Home improvement contractor needed

I’m going through hell trying to find a contractor to take over my project I need help can anyone recommend someone to me please

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Updated 5 days ago

umanish

in General Discussion 3 weeks ago

Accessible space under stoop

Has anyone opened up the space under their stoop? I feel like many buildings I see have an accessible space under the stoop that can…

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Updated 6 days ago

rachelchancey

in Renovation 2 weeks ago

steam radiator refinishing

can anyone recommend a company that picks up, sandblasts, powder coats and then delivers steam radiators? I have found at least one place that will…

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Updated 1 week ago

sphil305

in General Discussion 2 weeks ago

Am I crazy if I put a sign on my garbage can telling people not to toss their trash unless they live here?

I don’t have pets, but people walking by keep throwing their dog poop bags into my trash bin. By the time I take my own…

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Updated 1 weeks ago

bartonlewis1

in Heating and Cooling 2 weeks ago

Oilheat to gas conversion

I want to convert from oilheat to gas or at least consider it, mainly to save money. I get mixed messages as to whether converting…

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Updated 1 weeks ago

smileyface

in Renovation 1 month ago

Local Contractor Recommendations

Hi — I have a few challenges and looking for some local contractors that are familiar with working with brownstones and details. Challenge(s): 1 -…

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Updated 2 weeks ago

BobMarvin

in Bath & Kitchen 1 month ago

Walk In Tubs

How difficult would it be to replace our 1899 claw foot tub with s walk in tub? I’m interested in a basic tub with a…

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Updated 2 weeks ago

owest

in General Discussion 1 month ago

Basement Waterproofing

Any recommendations for masons/water-proofing contractors that repoint basement stone walls where mortar has failed?

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Updated 2 weeks ago

victoria.art.director

in Decks and Porches 3 weeks ago

Installing a small Deck - Carpenter Suggestions?

I’m installing a small 6′ x 6′ deck w a bench built in outside an existing back parlor door – so approx 9′ off the…

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emilycgbk

in General Discussion 3 weeks ago

Looking for internet and other electronic systems help

The prior owner of our house set it up with lots of fancy systems, but we can’t get the internet to work and also there’s…

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septemberbanks

in General Discussion 3 weeks ago

Home Inspector Recommendation

I wanted to echo some other reviews on here and recommend Steve Cymbalsky of Brownstone Home Inspection LLC. He’s done two inspections for my family…

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ladybug

in General Discussion 1 year and 8 months ago

can anyone recommend a post-construction cleaner?

Hello, our apartment had some drywall work done and it’s very dusty so I’m looking to hire a post-construction cleaner. Can anyone recommend someone or…

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Updated 4 weeks ago

arewedoneyet

in General Discussion 1 year and 7 months ago

Old House Construction Mystery

We have a 3 story plus basement townhouse – no cellar. We’re having to repair some plumbing in the basement and so have dug down…

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Updated 4 weeks ago

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