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deanbh
in Carpenters and Woodworkers 12 years and 5 months ago
Staircase builder required ASAP
Hi, We are in the middle of a combination of a duplex here in Brooklyn. The subcontractor that was scheduled to start next week to…
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pacJ
in Doors & Windows 12 years and 7 months ago
Exterior door needs refurbishing
Dear Neighbors One of the glass panes in front door of our house needs to be reset. Other sorts of reconditioning things wouldn’t hurt either.…
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microfiche
in Doors & Windows 12 years and 6 months ago
Need Someone To Caulk Windows
Hello Brownstoners, I need someone to caulk the windows on the second and third floors of our house. 12 medium and small windows need to…
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bweiss2589
in Plumbers and Plumbing 12 years and 5 months ago
Roots in sewer line- Sewer Replacement
I recently purchased a home and have found that the sewer is not functioning properly, my plumber told me that there are gigantic roots in…
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allyslope
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 5 months ago
Metal deck
What is the process to get a metal deck installed? Can someone recommend a person or company they have used. Please explain why you would…
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yu
in Renovation 12 years and 5 months ago
Cost for Design Plan
I am moving to a new space that is a bit more challenging in the layout and would need a designer’s help in the renovation.…
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hawaiismurf
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 5 months ago
Cellar fire rated ceiling
I understand the cellar of a 2 family townhouse is to have a fire rated ceiling to conceal the joists. Are there other, reasonably cost…
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jeanmarine2
in Bath & Kitchen 13 years ago
Kitchen Cabinets - Green/Eco-Friendly with Good Design Services?
I’m interested in recent feedback on greener kitchen cabinets where the supplier also has design services they can provide, since we need a little design…
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sometomato
in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 5 months ago
Seeking cabinet makers who work with repurposed wood
Hi, I am new to this forum, but I’m re-visiting a popular topic. I am collecting names/getting estimates from cabinet makers who have a good…
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kidbklyn
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 5 months ago
Auto body shops
A recommendation for an auto body shop would be appreciated.
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sverkat
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 5 months ago
Stainless steel cable railings for interior staircase
Does anyone know – are stainless steel cable railings permitted on interior staircases in Brooklyn? Or would that be a code violation?
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ohmpcivamr
in Roofers 12 years and 5 months ago
Rocco's roofing - anyone used him? I'm getting radio silence...
We’ve been all set to book with him but it’s literally been 3 weeks since we got a quote and we can’t get him on…
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bobjohn
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 12 years and 8 months ago
need to point brick front of the rowhouse in Brooklyn
Hi, the mortar is falling out from many places in the brick front of our house. I am looking for someone to point the brick.…
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JimmyLegs
in About Brooklyn 12 years and 5 months ago
Floor under kitchen appliances is higher than surrounding floor
In our top-floor kitchen, the floor is about 2″ higher under the sink, stove and fridge (galley style kitchen). Does anyone know why this is?…
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helenwaite
in For Sale 12 years and 5 months ago
Steelcase Tanker Desk
Vintage Steelcase Desk All original and in good but ’pre-loved” condition. Grey metal Tan top with subtle crosshatch pattern Divider insertsto configure drawers as desired.…
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helenwaite
in For Sale 12 years and 5 months ago
Steelcase Tanker Desk
Vintage Steelcase Desk All original and in good but ’pre-loved” condition. Grey metal Tan top with subtle crosshatch pattern Divider insertsto configure drawers as desired.…
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bedstuy_neighbor
in For Sale 12 years and 5 months ago
For Sale 2 Brand New Gas Range Stoves
For Sale 2 Brand New Gas Range Stoves One is stainless steel, the other, white. Both still in box and under warrenty. I thought I…
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bedstuy_neighbor
in For Sale 12 years and 5 months ago
For Sale 2 Brand New Gas Range Stoves
For Sale 2 Brand New Gas Range Stoves One is stainless steel, the other, white. Both still in box and under warrenty. I thought I…
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