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katarusa
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 7 months ago
Split system AC installation recommendation
We are currently looking to install Split system in our house. I am looking for recommendation of a professional and reliable company or private contractor…
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zhideng
in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years and 7 months ago
Frameless glass screen shower
I am looking for a for glass screen for my shower. The shower spans the width of the room and I don’t want a door…
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grrlfire
in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years and 7 months ago
Need Spray Foam Insulation, any recomendations?
Hi, The addition circa 1930 to our bed stuy limestone is in need of insulation badly. We upgraded the boiler, vents, radiators etc. last year…
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lovebrooklyn24
in Landlord 11 years and 7 months ago
Rent stabilized help
Hello all, My friend owns a building in a rapidly developing area of crown heights(near eastern parkway and franklin). He is in danger of losing…
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enew555
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 7 months ago
Why are the PE at the DoB inadequate.
I have been dealing with this PE for over a year now he does not know what he is doing. The man is so ancient…
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cbzee
in Plumbers and Plumbing 11 years and 7 months ago
Plumbing follow-up : through the ceiling
Hi again, Thanks to those of you who responded to my post the other day asking about ceiling or floor access to repair bathroom plumbing.…
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mrohrmann
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 7 months ago
Need recs: best architects/contractors in BK for Townhouses & Condo Conversions
We are looking for someone with a strong portfolio of townhouse restoration/renovations as well as condo conversions that can create an optimized space for higher…
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crackedstucco
in Property Management 11 years and 7 months ago
Property management recommendations for very small condo
Hi all – our very small (4 unit) condo in Brownstone Brooklyn is looking for a small management company to help us look after affairs.…
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crackedstucco
in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years and 7 months ago
Project manager / Construction manager wanted
Hi all – our condominium in Brownstone Brooklyn is currently searching for a part time Project Manager / Construction Manager / Supervisor between the Board…
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k10028
in For Sale 11 years and 9 months ago
Carrara Marble Stone Mosaic Tile (Hex & Herringbone)
I accidentally purchased twice the marble needed for my bathroom floors. The tile is beautiful, unused and unopened. Purchased from The Builder Depot (http://www.thebuilderdepot.com) just…
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radicalnewtherapy
in Roofers 11 years and 7 months ago
How much does it cost to cover a sheet metal cornice?
Our developer left the top of the new roof cornice uncapped. We are trying to figure out if it will be a deal breaker based…
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Kateruba
in Doors & Windows 13 years and 11 months ago
Glass exterior door - where to get one?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4fad1b330c175-processed-httpmonicarawlescomwp-contentuploads201201Laundryjpg.jpg Hello everyone, I would like a full lite, simple, well-insulated door without embellishment for my future deck. Swinging (not sliding), single (as opposed to…
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housepoor
in Security 11 years and 7 months ago
Replacing a security camera
Hello…I have a busted security camera on the front of my brownstone that needs to be replaced. Does anyone have recommendations for a local installer…
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minasimon
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 7 months ago
LAA Closed?
We researched a property which had a LAA pulled for a boiler replacement. The BIS screen reads “Last Action: Signed off by CAY-9/2/14 (I)”. Does…
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minasimon
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 7 months ago
LAA Closed?
We researched a property which had a LAA pulled for a boiler replacement. The BIS screen reads “Last Action: Signed off by CAY-9/2/14 (I)”. Does…
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cbzee
in Plumbing 11 years and 7 months ago
Fix bathroom leak - through the floor or ceiling?
Dear Brownstoners, We moved into a 1910’s single family in Queens in February. We are renovating as our time and money allows. However, we have…
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BigD
in Roofers 11 years and 7 months ago
Seeking Painter for Ceramic Fireplace
My new home features a very large and ugly non-functioning gas fireplace. The surround tile is ceramic or enamel, I’m not sure. It’s dark brown…
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maggiewinter
in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years and 7 months ago
Stoop and Parlor entry
I am looking to recreate the parlor floor entry for my Park Slope brownstone, which will involve building either a metalwork or masonry stairway, and…
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