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Rev
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 10 months ago
what flooring is typically used in hallway of 4-family brownstone? we are saving as much of the ornate staircase woodwork as possible and I want something that will wear well for rental apartments....
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teepeeteee
in Doors & Windows 12 years and 10 months ago
New Interior Apartment Door Replacement - Need Locksmith / Contractor Suggestions
We have a three family in Park Slope and are looking to replace the interior front doors for two of the apt units with doors…
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sylk
in Landscaping 12 years and 10 months ago
Recommendation for Design and Landscaping Company
Just wanted to share a recent great experience we had with Jesse Terzi, owner and manager of New Eco Landscapes, a design and landscape company…
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snappyglitter
in Quality of Life 13 years and 7 months ago
Holiday/Charity Bash Reminder!
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4edf85595a61f-.jpg Hey! You! YEAH YOU! Don’t forget, the 3rd Annual Holiday Party/Charity Bash is on December 15th from 6pm until we drop at Ocean’s 8,…
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brooklyn_dodger
in Dept. of Buildings (DOB) 12 years and 10 months ago
Letter of no objection issues
I am about to purchase what I thought was a 2-family townhouse (in south slope), however it seems that the property card from the 50???s…
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brownieinhk
in Other 12 years and 10 months ago
Fine for Asbestos Removal by the DEP
Hello everyone. While undertaking our renovation, we had some asbestos that had to be abated. Our contractor hired a firm to do so, and everything…
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shi11
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 10 months ago
Making an offer with renovations in mind
We’re considering buying a 2bdrm coop and making renovations to it. Besides the estimates from the builder/architect/engineer, what else should we take into account before…
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slvillager
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 10 months ago
damp/icky in vestibule
hi- we have a typical understoop vestiblue that always gets damp when it rains. any way to seal better? alos floor is concrete- how do…
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brownieinhk
in Other 12 years and 10 months ago
Fine for Asbestos Removal by the DEP
Hello everyone. While undertaking our renovation, we had some asbestos that had to be abated. Our contractor hired a firm to do so, and everything…
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ktm6
in Chimney and Fireplace 12 years and 10 months ago
Fireplace Mantel from Park Slope apartment for sale
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/5050bff7e9372-.jpg This is a carved wooden fireplace mantle for sale. Egg and dart trim, ionic columns, original mirror included. Measures 88″ high by 55″ wide. …
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needmtg
in Inspection 12 years and 10 months ago
Boiler Permit Closeout
10 years ago Keyspan replaced my boiler. Recently I got a note from them saying that the plumbing permit is still open, and that they…
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RunJoe
in Heating 12 years and 10 months ago
Oil boiler maintenance
I had a new oiler boiler put in about 5 years ago. The boiler runs fine, however, I have not had any maintence done it…
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evelyntullycosta
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 12 years and 10 months ago
Does anyone know who can repair/restore my 1920's
Our 1920’s Mission style craftsman house comes complete with a Spanish style “tin” tile bay window roof that needs serious repairs/restoration/replacement. The W.F. Norman company…
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ea3421
in Decks and Porches 12 years and 10 months ago
Non-combustible snap together roof tiles
Hi, Can anyone recommend non-combustible (preferably light weight) snap-together roof deck tiles?They sell a lot of wooden wiles online, though the fire rating is not…
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miguelsno
in Plumbers and Plumbing 12 years and 10 months ago
basement flood mystery.
As a result of last week’s torrential rain, my basement severely flooded. Granted that my property, which I recently purchased, is located in a low…
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slb
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 10 months ago
Good concrete contractors?
I have a great contractor, but I’m looking for recommendations for a subcontractor who does concrete flatwork. We’re finishing a basement and looking into sealed…
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gshepp
in Radiators 12 years and 10 months ago
Radiators on 3rd Floor
Anyone have advise for moving 2 rather large (bigger of two is 31″ long by 38″ tall) radiators down 2 flights of stairs, plus a…
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gshepp
in Radiators 12 years and 10 months ago
Radiators on 3rd Floor
Anyone have advise for moving 2 rather large (bigger of two is 31″ long by 38″ tall) radiators down 2 flights of stairs, plus a…
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