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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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Updated 12 years and 10 months ago

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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Updated 12 years and 10 months ago

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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Updated 12 years and 10 months ago

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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Updated 12 years and 10 months ago

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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Updated 12 years and 10 months ago

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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Updated 12 years and 10 months ago

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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Updated 12 years and 10 months ago

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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Updated 12 years and 10 months ago

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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Updated 12 years and 10 months ago

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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Updated 12 years and 10 months ago

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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Updated 12 years and 10 months ago

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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Updated 12 years and 10 months ago

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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Updated 12 years and 10 months ago

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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Updated 12 years and 10 months ago

Hammer

in Facade and Brownstone Repair 12 years and 10 months ago

Balcony repair

Hi, I am on the board of a 22 unit building in Brooklyn and we need to repair the underside of our balconies: there is,…

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Updated 12 years and 10 months ago

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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