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lbcinnyc

in General Contractors 12 years and 1 month ago

Looking for help/recs for Gut-Renovation for small Carroll Garden apt

Hey there, I’m new to Brownstoner and looking for help/recommendations for General Contractors with some creative design ideas for gut renovation in Carroll Gardens. We…

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Updated 11 years and 11 months ago

emilyposter

in Sidewalks 11 years and 11 months ago

I need sidewalk repair contractor for cement NOT BLUESTONE !

My neighbors and I between us own 4 properties on ATlantic Ave and are looking for a good contractor to repair our sidewalks They are…

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Updated 11 years and 11 months ago

bklyn1111

in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years and 11 months ago

Retrofitting Pocket Doors in Parlor

We are planning to install a new pair of pocket doors between our front and back parlor – and are hoping there is some good…

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Updated 11 years and 11 months ago

npea

in Roofers 11 years and 11 months ago

Sheet Metal Roofing

Are then any contractors who install sheet meal roofs in Brooklyn? We’re thinking of doing this on our pitched Victorian roof. Also, any thoughts about…

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Updated 11 years and 11 months ago

nancyk

in About Brooklyn 11 years and 11 months ago

Interior Designer by the Hour

Does anyone know of an interior designer who charges by the hour versus by the job?

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Updated 11 years and 11 months ago

empathie00

in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 13 years ago

old electrical permit issues - need to close permit in order to get C/O - opinions?

Hi there – When we bought our b’stone, there was an existing open electrical permit to move the main panel away from the spinkler line.…

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Updated 11 years and 11 months ago

BobMarvin

in About Brooklyn 12 years ago

Painting Rear of House?

The back of my 1899 house was painted when I bought it almost 40 years ago. Since then I’ve had it re-painted a few times,…

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Updated 11 years and 11 months ago

squirebutler66

in For Sale 11 years and 11 months ago

Reposting of Early 20th Century Fireplace with photo this time)

This mantel and fireplace includes all molding and above mantel mirror. Excellent condition. Slight damage to right column. Outer dimensions H 110? W 691/4 Depth…

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squirebutler66

in For Sale 11 years and 11 months ago

Reposting of Early 20th Century Fireplace with photo this time)

This mantel and fireplace includes all molding and above mantel mirror. Excellent condition. Slight damage to right column. Outer dimensions H 110? W 691/4 Depth…

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squirebutler66

in For Sale 11 years and 11 months ago

Early 20th Century Fireplace, mantel and mirror

This mantel and fireplace includes all molding and above mantel mirror. Excellent condition. Slight damage to right column (see photo). Outer dimensions H 110″ W…

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squirebutler66

in For Sale 11 years and 11 months ago

Early 20th Century Fireplace, mantel and mirror

This mantel and fireplace includes all molding and above mantel mirror. Excellent condition. Slight damage to right column (see photo). Outer dimensions H 110″ W…

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bklyn1111

in Brownstoner Renovation 11 years and 11 months ago

Retrofitting Pocket Doors in Parlor

We are planning to install a new pair of pocket doors between our front and back parlor – and are hoping there is some good…

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owest

in About Brooklyn 11 years and 11 months ago

Need Irrigation Company Recommendation for Garden

Does anyone have a recommendation for a company that installs and maintains watering systems for the garden? Thank you.

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Updated 11 years and 11 months ago

nancyk

in About Brooklyn 11 years and 11 months ago

we-r-outdoors/renny

made an appointment with him for a backyard consultation. left work early to meet him at my house. he never showed up and never called.

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Updated 11 years and 11 months ago

landlord

in About Brooklyn 11 years and 11 months ago

boiler room window requirements ?

I have 2 windows in my boiler room that I would like to replace (6 family house). They both measure about 25 inches square. Are…

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Updated 11 years and 11 months ago

joerhino

in For Sale 11 years and 11 months ago

Beautiful Kitchen Cabinet for Sale. Rustic Barnwood + Glass

This cabinet/ armoire was originally custom-crafted by Trailer Park Slope from recycled Amish Barnwood. Dimensions are 96″ h x 33″ w x 15 5/8″ d.…

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joerhino

in For Sale 11 years and 11 months ago

Beautiful Kitchen Cabinet for Sale. Rustic Barnwood + Glass

This cabinet/ armoire was originally custom-crafted by Trailer Park Slope from recycled Amish Barnwood. Dimensions are 96″ h x 33″ w x 15 5/8″ d.…

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namahs

in Sidewalks 12 years ago

Sidewalk concrete chip/spall repair

This season has been rough for our sidewalk. The sidewalk has chips everywhere and the concrete is only 3 years old. I blame myself since…

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Updated 11 years and 11 months ago

overherhead

in Garden 11 years and 11 months ago

Anyone need hay?

I know, odd question. We just seeded our yard and got a bale of hay to put down on the seed. Since our yard is…

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Updated 11 years and 11 months ago

hawaiismurf

in Roofers 11 years and 11 months ago

Flat roof for brownstone - opinions on SBS vs APP

Looking for a second opinion / validation of my roofer’s initial recommendations. Any views on APP vs SBS modified bitumen – from my web browsing,…

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