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gellhorngal

in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years ago

stoop repair: z. abedin

hello. has anyone used z. abedin for stoop repair? what was your experience? thank you.

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gellhorngal

in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years ago

stoop repair: z. abedin

hello. has anyone used z. abedin for stoop repair? what was your experience? thank you.

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mt_molehill

in Plumbers and Plumbing 11 years ago

Cost to replace gas furnace for hydronic (radiator) heating system?

I got a quote for $7,500 for labor and the furnace, no plumbing needed as we’re not moving it. It’s a furnace for a small…

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mt_molehill

in Plumbers and Plumbing 11 years ago

Cost to replace gas furnace for hydronic (radiator) heating system?

I got a quote for $7,500 for labor and the furnace, no plumbing needed as we’re not moving it. It’s a furnace for a small…

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mt_molehill

in Plumbers and Plumbing 11 years ago

Cost to replace gas furnace for hydronic (radiator) heating system?

I got a quote for $7,500 for labor and the furnace, no plumbing needed as we’re not moving it. It’s a furnace for a small…

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afrochic

in Roofers 11 years ago

recommendation for fencing company for new roof deck fence?

Hi all, I’m looking for recommendations for a good and reasonably-priced fencing company that could install a new wood fence on my roof deck. Any…

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huesos

in Lawyers and legal service 11 years ago

Alternative to Jack Jaffa & Assoc??

I have been trying to reach anyone at Jack Jaffa & Associates since yesterday about a violation I received and a court date associated with…

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Updated 11 years ago

ps158

in Fencing 11 years ago

fence issue with neighbor

(sorry for the long post…) There is a 1-2′ high retaining wall that separates our yard from our next door neighbor’s. Their yard is 1-2’…

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Updated 11 years ago

zhoushi

in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 11 years ago

Purchasing property w ECB Violation and property needs cosmetic work

I am in process of purchasing a house in bed-stuy with an old/existing ECB violation. Fine paid, but not certified. Details pasted at end of…

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zhoushi

in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 11 years ago

Purchasing property w ECB Violation and property needs cosmetic work

I am in process of purchasing a house in bed-stuy with an old/existing ECB violation. Fine paid, but not certified. Details pasted at end of…

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bdeinhardt

in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years ago

marble mantelpiece for sale Carroll Gardens

I have a lovely Italianate marble mantelpiece and fireplace grille I am selling. Very good condition. Unpainted. Still installed. You would have to remove. bdeinhardt…

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bdeinhardt

in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years ago

marble mantelpiece for sale Carroll Gardens

I have a lovely Italianate marble mantelpiece and fireplace grille I am selling. Very good condition. Unpainted. Still installed. You would have to remove. bdeinhardt…

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bdeinhardt

in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years ago

marble mantelpiece for sale Carroll Gardens

I have a lovely Italianate marble mantelpiece and fireplace grille I am selling. Very good condition. Unpainted. Still installed. You would have to remove. bdeinhardt…

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sbl1sbl

in Doors & Windows 11 years and 1 month ago

Window inserts

Does anyone have experience with interior window inserts (like “indows”) and can someone recommend a contractor, again experienced, who can measure and install them? I…

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Updated 11 years ago

brooklynj

in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years ago

Minimum distance from window for dryer vent

Can a dryer vent be installed in a window soffit above a window? One architect has told me that it is ok as long as…

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brooklynj

in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years ago

Minimum distance from window for dryer vent

Can a dryer vent be installed in a window soffit above a window? One architect has told me that it is ok as long as…

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brooklynj

in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years ago

Minimum distance from window for dryer vent

Can a dryer vent be installed in a window soffit above a window? One architect has told me that it is ok as long as…

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fitch

in About Brooklyn 11 years ago

Small Bathrooms & Plumbing Codes

Hi Guys, Question: We own a 2-Family in Bed-Stuy that retains the original configuration on the Parlor and top floor. In the original layout, the…

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Updated 11 years ago

anne_nyc

in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years ago

ISO Recs for architects or design/build?

We are in the first stages of planning a renovation on our Gowanus townhouse. We have lived here for nearly 10 years and have a…

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Updated 11 years ago

runt876

in About Brooklyn 11 years ago

How much to rent apartment?

I’m about to list my one bedroom rental on the market in North Crown Heights, and I was wondering how landlords determine the approximate rent.…

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Updated 11 years ago

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