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casagreenwood

in Architectural Salvage 11 years and 11 months ago

In search of old bricks

Does anyone know where I can find inexpensive old bricks? They do not have to be in great condition or uniform in color. Thanks in…

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mouster728

in About Brooklyn 11 years and 11 months ago

Unidentified object in soil

When digging in my backyard today I came across this strange object. The part that is protruding and can be seen in the photo is…

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Updated 11 years and 11 months ago

psxfan

in Building Code 11 years and 11 months ago

Minimum kitchen

Hi all. Newbie here. I wish I knew about this board months ago. Long story short: I have a legal two family home. One kitchen.…

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AnotherSarah

in About Brooklyn 11 years and 11 months ago

Sidewalk violation scam

Hi guys. A neighbor and I got flyers pushed through our mailboxes this week claiming we had sidewalk violations issued to us 45 days ago…

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asimplenoise

in General Contractors 11 years and 11 months ago

More Feedback on Rahmann Contracting?

Hi all. I’ve seen a positive review for Rahmann Contracting recently on the forums, but also quite a few “buyer beware” responses when their name…

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Updated 11 years and 11 months ago

karenede

in Fencing 11 years and 11 months ago

Do I need a permit to replace an existing fence?

We are on Columbia Heights (Promenade side) and would like to replace the fence in the garden. We aren’t looking to change the size or…

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Updated 11 years and 11 months ago

poise

in Roofers 11 years and 11 months ago

Old windows repairing vs. replacing

Is there a contractor who can repair old wood windows? I have a couple of older wood double hung windows that need structural repairs or…

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Updated 11 years and 11 months ago

brooklynny

in Roofers 11 years and 11 months ago

Local source for power hand truck (stair climbing) rental?

Anyone know where to locally rent a power hand truck to move heavy items up and down stairs? Thanks.

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Updated 11 years and 11 months ago

majorhints

in About Brooklyn 11 years and 11 months ago

Deblasio's 10 Year Affordable Housing Plan - Thoughts?

Ready, set, go! Discuss!

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trudylou

in About Brooklyn 11 years and 11 months ago

Just had a fire - need help

We just had a fire on our roof. Damage is not terrible but serious. We have been approached by a public adjuster, multiple contractors, etc.…

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Updated 11 years and 11 months ago

dumbogirl

in Lighting 11 years and 11 months ago

Requesting Historic District Street Lights -- Doable?

I live in the Cobble Hill historic district, and have seen beautiful historic street lights on Clinton Street, but not many other blocks of the…

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saritro

in Cellar 11 years and 11 months ago

front hatch leaking

hi all, we have the regular metal cover for our front hatch. the same one as you see in front of stores. needless to say…

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vannyc

in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years and 11 months ago

Structural engineer to inspect 4-family building?

We live in a 100+ yo 4 family building and are considering hiring a structural engineer to do a comprehensive review of the building to…

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mharrisg

in Flooring 11 years and 11 months ago

Layer Under Wood Flooring

I have a 4″ x 29″ hole in our hardwood floors – from where a plaster wall had been removed as part of a kitchen…

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Updated 11 years and 11 months ago

riis10

in Driveways, Patios, Sidewalks and Steps 11 years and 11 months ago

Concrete driveway repair, exterior (thorocoat?) repair

Hi everyone- We need to get our driveway re-done, would prefer with some drainage pavers in the middle. It’s rapidly aging concrete. Would also like…

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bob33

in For Sale 11 years and 11 months ago

Marble Mantel for Sale

Marble mantel with shelf for sale. Pick up Park Slope Approx. size 70″L x 49″ H. Some cracks as indicated on photo. $750 Phone 917-907-1100

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bob33

in For Sale 11 years and 11 months ago

Marble Mantel for Sale

Marble mantel with shelf for sale. Pick up Park Slope Approx. size 70″L x 49″ H. Some cracks as indicated on photo. $750 Phone 917-907-1100

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daroogle

in Roofers 11 years and 11 months ago

Gate for sale

I have a gate listed for $125 on craigslist. http://newjersey.craigslist.org/atq/4453597872.html

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deano

in Masonry 11 years and 11 months ago

Stoop flooding

Original, huge bluestone slab at the foot of my stoop is pitched slightly the wrong way – puddles form, and now appear to be draining…

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Updated 11 years and 11 months ago

mouster728

in About Brooklyn 11 years and 11 months ago

Unidentified object in soil

When digging in my backyard today I came across this strange object. The part that is protruding and can be seen in the photo is…

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