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chloeada
in Plumbers and Plumbing 12 years and 10 months ago
In search of a VERY experienced plumber to solve a real stumper.
Hi! Can anyone recommend a really savvy plumber who can help us solve a plumbing mystery in our house? We have mystery flooding that comes…
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lauriec889
in Fire 13 years and 11 months ago
We need to install a sprinkler system in our 3 family brownstone (3 floors with garden level). Anyone have an idea of cost? Any suggestions on who to use for installation?
Building was used as illegal multi family before.
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sdraganbrooklyn
in Chimney and Fireplace 12 years and 10 months ago
Need help with sealing a stone (slate) mantle
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/503aa3f497e15-.jpg Hello everyone! We have 4 beautiful/original mantels (see picture attached) that have been stripped to the original detail a while ago and are now…
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devineopine
in General Contractors 12 years and 11 months ago
GC recommendations on a budget
Hi Brownstoners, I know this is a common question that comes up every so often. I’ve looked at past answers but figured I’d submit my…
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snarkolepctic
in Landlord 12 years and 11 months ago
Washer/dryer for tenant?
Is it worth it to give the tenant their own washer/dryer? We’re renovating a small, basic apartment and may be able to squeeze in a…
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sprucenik
in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 11 months ago
recommendation for Ikea kitchen installer?
We just purchased new cabinets during the Ikea kitchen sale and now need someone to install them. We’re thinking of using the installers that have…
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Brooklynite
in Demolition 12 years and 10 months ago
Cinderblock Shed Removal
I’d like to remove the cinderblock shack from our yard & I am trying to get a general idea of how much it would cost…
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shjom
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 12 years and 10 months ago
Someone filled a complaint against me with DOB
Looking online I found that out. It was made in the begining of this month and it doesn’t say if someone came by to inspect…
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breadbasket
in Interior Decorators and Designers 12 years and 10 months ago
Sustainable / Green(er) kitchen remodeling options?
Hi, In looking into sourcing materials for a small kitchen upgrade, I’ve had trouble finding a good retailer / designer for cabinets, tile, floors…
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morganpony68
in Real Estate - Sales 12 years and 10 months ago
Housing Comparables: Per Square Foot
In case anyone cares – I downloaded all the Park Slope / Fort Greene comps for the past 12 months and put them in per…
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MyGoodEye
in Construction 12 years and 10 months ago
Anyone sell SKYLIGHTS in Brooklyn and have them in stock?
Hi. I’m looking for a small skylight to put over a coal-chute to allow light into the basement. I can find the types I’d…
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lola
in Pest Control 12 years and 10 months ago
raccoon BIG problem park slope
We have raccoons on our deck, in our yard. We saw two of them on our neighbor’s roof. We have heard scratching noises on the…
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bk_homeslice
in Flooring 12 years and 10 months ago
using wood subfloors as primary floor
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/503815c348f17-.jpg Hey, We are in the beginning stages of renovating our 2 family home and was hoping to use the wood subfloor which was covered…
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Brooklynite
in Demolition 12 years and 10 months ago
Cinderblock Shed Removal
I’d like to remove the cinderblock shack from our yard & I am trying to get a general idea of how much it would cost…
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rondinella5
in Landlord 12 years and 10 months ago
Landlord won't provide tenants with a lease
We live in a private house (3 floors), each floor is rented to different tenants. Everyone gets along great, maintains the propperty, rents are payed…
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voltron
in Construction 13 years and 11 months ago
Bad Contractor. Already running over agreed upon due date. what can i do?
I have a contractor doing work on my house and he is about 3 days over the due date with a lot of work left…
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ferney1c
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 10 months ago
How can a renovation be planned and costs be controlled?
I am so new to the renovation game, I may be asking a very elementary question. I have a four story brownstone to work with. …
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anuka
in Cleaning and Maid Services 13 years and 3 months ago
Looking for weekly cleaning service
We live in Park Slope and are looking for a good and reliable cleaning lady to come in every week. Please let me know if…
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