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tyrone_mcdonald

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 1 month ago

Any Outcomes from the NHS Home Maintenance Training Course?

I know some brownstoners have taken advantage of the Home Maintenance Training Course provided by Neighborhood Housing Services. Do you have any examples of your…

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Updated 12 years and 1 month ago

UWS

in Doors 12 years and 1 month ago

seeking recommendation for replacement exterior parlor doors

We are looking to have replacement parlor doors made for a brownstone in Manhattan. Can you recommend contractors who can build and install replacements in…

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shaheenrushd

in Roofing 12 years and 1 month ago

New Gutters

We need to install new gutters on the roof of our Brownstone in Cobble Hill. Any recommendations?

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BKRed

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 1 month ago

Recommendation for Stained Glass Restoration and Creation

I just had a great experience with Patti Kelly, of Kelly Glass Studio. She’s a born-and-bred Brooklynite with incredible skills in restoring stained glass panels…

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BKRed

in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 1 month ago

Recommendation for Stained Glass Restoration and Creation

I just had a great experience with Patti Kelly, of Kelly Glass Studio. She’s a born-and-bred Brooklynite with incredible skills in restoring stained glass panels…

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deanbh

in For Sale 12 years and 1 month ago

Brand new surplus French interior door 75% off

36” x 80” pre-hung interior french door. Brand new from Dykes. (we purchased 4 but only installed 3 so this is surplus to our requirements…

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Updated 12 years and 1 month ago

anony

in General Contractors 13 years ago

Asbestos removal?

I’m having my electrical upgraded in the basement and the contractor said I may have asbestos on my pipes and ConEd may have an issue…

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Updated 12 years and 1 month ago

gowanawana

in Brownstoner 14 years and 5 months ago

Wood siding to replace vinyl siding? How much? Who? and How?

After visiting Boston this past weekend for a friends wedding I fell in love with the look of actual, real wood siding on all the…

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Updated 12 years and 1 month ago

deanbh

in About Brooklyn 12 years and 1 month ago

Surplus 100 square foot rool of brand new QuietWalk underlay $20

I have a brand new, surplus 100 square foot roll of premium QuietWalk underlay. This is the highest quality underlay Lumber Liquidators sells. Save yourself…

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Updated 12 years and 1 month ago

bk_bstoner1

in About Brooklyn 12 years and 1 month ago

Emeline's in bed-stuy?

Hey b’stoners, Anyone have the latest scoop on Emeline’s diner on Lewis & Macon? I don’t see the sign in the window anymore and it…

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bk_bstoner1

in About Brooklyn 12 years and 1 month ago

Emeline's in bed-stuy?

Hey b’stoners, Anyone have the latest scoop on Emeline’s diner on Lewis & Macon? I don’t see the sign in the window anymore and it…

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deanbh

in For Sale 12 years and 1 month ago

Brand new surplus French interior door 75% off

36” x 80” pre-hung interior french door. Brand new from Dykes. (we purchased 4 but only installed 3 so this is surplus to our requirements…

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deanbh

in About Brooklyn 12 years and 1 month ago

Surplus 100 square foot rool of brand new QuietWalk underlay $20

I have a brand new, surplus 100 square foot roll of premium QuietWalk underlay. This is the highest quality underlay Lumber Liquidators sells. Save yourself…

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homebuyer

in Plumbers and Plumbing 12 years and 1 month 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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daveinbedstuy

in About Brooklyn 12 years and 1 month ago

What you get in Philly for $600k

i have no interst in this house nor the broker. just wanted to show people what you can get in philly for $600k…1819 historic brick…

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katarusa

in For Sale 12 years and 1 month ago

GE Gas Range for sale

Older model but in a mind shape. Could be good for your rental apartment Asking $150

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katarusa

in For Sale 12 years and 1 month ago

GE Gas Range for sale

Older model but in a mind shape. Could be good for your rental apartment Asking $150

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ktrp

in Construction 12 years and 1 month ago

Basement Storage Units

We have storage units in our basement for each unit in our small building. We need to find a contractor who will reconfigure the space.…

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brooklyncove

in Construction 12 years and 1 month ago

Frame house renovation in Canarsie

I’m thinking of purchasing a small 1224sqft single family home in good condition. Is there a ball park per square foot construction estimate for the…

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brooklyn2014

in About Brooklyn 12 years and 1 month ago

Structural Engineer

Hello All, Our house was damaged during Sandy and also it is below the base flood elevation based on the new FEMA maps. We are…

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Updated 12 years and 1 month ago

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