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suzy
in Landscaping 10 years and 11 months ago
Getting rid of knotweed without round-up?
Hi all, We are about to take on our totally neglected backyard, and we have a big patch of Japanese knotweed. Has anyone hired anyone…
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gemby
in Landscaping 10 years and 7 months ago
Stump Grinding in Front Yard?
Hi, We have a tree we’d like to remove in the front yard (for lack of a better word… the small area inside our gate…
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jleckner
in Bath & Kitchen 10 years and 4 months ago
New light system for hallway and stairs and kitchen !
I found this deal online for Safely Transforms your outlet cover into a Convenient night light. Easy-to-install sleek, and energy-efficient design. http://www.lowvoltagesupply.com/prod…s01-sr-101.htm Is this worth…
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paynewhitney
in Carpet and Upholstery 11 years and 4 months ago
Rug Repair and Cleaning
I am the owner of a fairly large area rug in my living room; I don’t know the exact dimensions. I am not sure if…
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gates_ave
in General Contractors 10 years and 4 months ago
Lally column and other issues
HELLO, We are having number of issues and we need someone to come over and advise on how to fix/remediate. One issue is a wood…
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gates_ave
in General Contractors 10 years and 4 months ago
Lally column and other issues
HELLO, We are having number of issues and we need someone to come over and advise on how to fix/remediate. One issue is a wood…
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gates_ave
in General Contractors 10 years and 4 months ago
Lally column and other issues
HELLO, We are having number of issues and we need someone to come over and advise on how to fix/remediate. One issue is a wood…
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bradeichmann
in Sidewalks 10 years and 4 months ago
Parking Regulation Question
Need some tips here. I live in Gowanus on a mixed residential/commercial street (M2-1 Zone). Across the street there is a business which uses the…
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milfordprewitt
in For Sale 10 years and 4 months ago
Solid Mahogany Front Doors
2 Solid Mahogany front doors for sale. Asking Price $650. Width: 28″ each Height: 112.5″ Thickness: 2″
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milfordprewitt
in For Sale 10 years and 4 months ago
Solid Mahogany Front Doors
2 Solid Mahogany front doors for sale. Asking Price $650. Width: 28″ each Height: 112.5″ Thickness: 2″
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milfordprewitt
in For Sale 10 years and 4 months ago
Solid Mahogany Front Doors
2 Solid Mahogany front doors for sale. Asking Price $650. Width: 28″ each Height: 112.5″ Thickness: 2″
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kc
in Bath & Kitchen 10 years and 4 months ago
Stove Recommendations Please
Hi – We’re embarking on a kitchen renovation and I’d love to get some recommendations for a good gas stove, since I haven’t been excited…
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Lurker
in Inspection 10 years and 4 months ago
How to reduce Alt 2 scope, get work inspected, when permit is expired?
Double whammy here. I posted a couple months back about my AWOL GC. Since then I’ve filed with the DCA but in the meantime have…
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maude
in How To 10 years and 4 months ago
What's the best way to save for a new home?
I want to begin saving for a new home, what’s some tips and advice.
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dnk
in About Brooklyn 10 years and 5 months ago
Apartment under construction: Contractor is asking to tap into our electric
Hi All, I’m the owner of a brownstone. Behind me a five-story apartment house is being built (not a renovation; full construction, started from digging…
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robby
in Brownstoner Renovation 10 years and 4 months ago
Is a partial plumbing gut possible?
I have an offer in on three story, two family brownstone whose mechanicals are, well, not that great. It seems the average cost for all…
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emerysavers
in Building Code 10 years and 4 months ago
Building Code for HVAC on Roof
Does anyone have a link to the NYC building code that specifically addresses installation of mini-split compressors on the roof of a building? My condo…
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lauradario
in Flooring 10 years and 5 months ago
Installation is so expensive. Why can?t I just do it myself?
I?ve seen different finish sheens on wood floors; some are shiny and some are not. Which one is better?
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