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jlo
in Chimney and Fireplace 11 years ago
Fireplace Surround
We recently converted a wb fireplace to gas. We also removed the stone of the fireplace surround because the three pieces of stone surround were…
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cobblehillbilly
in Doors & Windows 11 years ago
Mega Glass
Has anyone been in contact with Manny from Mega in this calendar year? We have been unable to get a response and now the phone…
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JIsadora
in About Brooklyn 14 years and 3 months ago
Question about a specific block in Bedford Stuyvesant
Hello all, can any Bed Stuy locals give me their opinion on the block – Madison Street between Lewis Ave and Stuyvesant Ave. Mostly talking…
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sourgrapes
in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years ago
Z. Abedin
Has anyone seen Z.Abedin or his workmen onsite anywhere this season? I am trying to contact him regarding work he had previously done on my…
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mmvh
in About Brooklyn 11 years ago
mini split systems and a legal question
Even though I’ve had my row house in Clonton Hill for over 22 years, until this past January, I never knew that the NYC heat…
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astec
in Bath & Kitchen 11 years ago
Kitchen cabinet refinishing recommendations
Hi. I have kitchen cabinet doors with paint or thermofoil (can’t really tell) that is cracking and peeling from too much moisture and sun exposure.…
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skylightseeker
in Roofers 11 years ago
Fencing Advice
Hi All, I am installing a terraced patio in my backyard where the back portion (by the back fence) will be raised about 1-2 ft…
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pkudder
in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years ago
A General Contractor and Master Craftsman - recommendation
I enthusiastically recommend JC Martin Renovation. He did several projects for us in FG. Not only is he professional and knowledgeable; he is someone who…
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markos
in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years ago
Good general contractor for brownstone renovation/restoration.
We are getting ready to renovate a small townhouse (2200 square feet) with an eye to preserving historic details and retaining the original layout as…
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jlo
in Chimney and Fireplace 11 years ago
Fireplace Surround
We recently converted a wb fireplace to gas. We also removed the stone of the fireplace surround because the three pieces of stone surround were…
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jasoncahill
in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years ago
Brownstone Renovations... just getting started
We are in contract on a 2000 sf townhouse (*FAR allows 1300 more sf) and looking for ideas/inspiration. The house in great shape, but we’d…
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ps158
in Decorative 11 years ago
window treatment to ensure privacy but allow light in
Our bedroom is at the front of the house on the 2nd floor – sandwiched between our neighbor’s top-of-the-stoop entrance as well as our upstairs…
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ditmasmom
in Doors 11 years ago
patio door - in-swinging or out-swinging?
I am working with my architect on my kitchen renovation and we are doing new windows and patio door – she asked whether I wanted…
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zhoushi
in Expeditors 11 years ago
Getting Certificate of Correction – 2001 violation fine paid work done to fix
Hi. Thank you, in advance, to those who give me advice. I am about to purchase a property in Bed Stuy as-is. There is an…
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ps158
in Flooring 11 years and 1 month ago
vinyl or wood floors for entry way / mud room
What is the best material to install in our A) mud/laundry room B) entry way (there is no separate vestibule – when you walk in…
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ps158
in General Discussion 11 years ago
Tips/Advice for Maintaining a Home in Brooklyn
We are new homeowners. What tips/advice/words of wisdom do you seasoned homeowners have for us? In particular, we are looking for the do’s and don’ts…
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ps158
in Taxes 11 years ago
Real Property Income & Expense Statements - Do I need to File This?
I was just on the NYC Dept of Finance website and saw this as one of their main announcements: REAL PROPERTY INCOME AND EXPENSE (RPIE)…
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sqhaexgkh
in Roofers 11 years ago
Rowhouse Reno
I am about to renovate a brick rowhouse in Brooklyn. It’s a gut job, so floorplan is pretty much anything we can imagine. Its 16.75…
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