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flyingdesigner
in Electricians 13 years and 9 months ago
minumum distance between electrical outlets in Kitchen
I am preparing to have new counters installed in my kitchen and during the process would like to move some outlets to more convenient locations. …
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zhideng
in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years and 7 months ago
missing door hinge finials
So we are renovating our townhouse which has most of its original doors and hinges which are quite decorative. We hired a paint stripper who…
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bk2000
in Building Code 11 years and 7 months ago
Expired Temporary Certificate of Occupancy-DOB Website
The DOB website lists my building (purchase years ago) with only an expired temporary certificate of occupancy “pending electrical signoff.” Is it possible that the…
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bk2000
in Building Code 11 years and 7 months ago
Expired Temporary Certificate of Occupancy-DOB Website
The DOB website lists my building (purchase years ago) with only an expired temporary certificate of occupancy “pending electrical signoff.” Is it possible that the…
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susannahmeadows
in General Discussion 11 years and 7 months ago
mold
hello, can anyone recommend a good mold inspector? thanks
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Cleaning in between double pane windows -- possible?
We have one window in our tenants apt that is dirty in between the double pane (see photo and look at the mid thru bottom…
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gooberfish
in Pest Control 11 years and 11 months ago
Rats, Mice, Roaches, etc. (Pre-Emptive Strategy)
Looking for advice on how to mitigate what I can only assume will be a biblical-style plague of creepy-crawlies. The building next to ours (50×100)…
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lgrayb
in Roofers 11 years and 7 months ago
Silestone fabricator/installer for Brooklyn kitchen
I’m looking for recommendations for a reliable Silestone fabricator and installer – doesn’t have to be located in Brooklyn.
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ps158
in Plumbers and Plumbing 11 years and 8 months ago
baseboard heating installation vs current steam heating/radiator system
Hi Brownstoners, We’re about to start a near-gut job on a 2-family, 3 story wood frame house. Needing a lot of advice here…This is just…
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emilyfrances
in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years and 8 months ago
203K Contractor
Hi Folks, Can anyone recommend a 203K Contractor for a small renovation? It will likely be between $30,000 and $50,000\. Most of the good contractors…
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stuyheights
in Wood Restoration 11 years and 7 months ago
re-using / re-installing hardwood floors
Good evening, We closed on our house last week which is a gut rehab, and spent the entire day today going through all of the…
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bydesign
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 7 months ago
Flat spat
I’ve been living in the same apartment for 3 years and have maintained an exceptional rent record. Within days of signing/renewing my lease (and adding…
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remsensleep
in Fire 11 years and 8 months ago
Does our 2 family 4 story need to keep the sprinkler system?
We just bought a 4 story (cellar, basement, and 4 upper floors) brownstone that is a legal 2 family. We intend to keep it a…
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parkslopemom
in About Brooklyn 11 years and 11 months ago
Residential Energy Tax Credits
Is anyone aware of any tax benefits for 2014 re: energy efficiency (roof/attic insulation, new windows, etc)? Did they all run out in 2012?
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lincolnpark
in Decks and Porches 11 years and 7 months ago
Recommendations for contractor to install lightweight pavers on rooftop deck?
Hi, we have a small rooftop deck on the top floor of a 4 story walk-up on the UWS in Mannhattan. Any recommendations / advice…
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ferney1c
in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years and 7 months ago
The definition of Gut Renovation
I hear the phrase “Gut Renovation” used again and again. Could someone please, clearly define exactly what is done during a gut renovation. Are all…
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homebuyer
in Plumbers and Plumbing 12 years and 2 months ago
URGENT advise on plumbing work
Hello, I currently have a plumber who did some work for me, however i feel that he is taking advantage and charging crazy prices. He…
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ferney1c
in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years and 7 months ago
The definition of Gut Renovation
I hear the phrase “Gut Renovation” used again and again. Could someone please, clearly define exactly what is done during a gut renovation. Are all…
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