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guikazoid
in Plumbers and Plumbing 14 years ago
Gas Meter Mix-Up
So we’ve recently close on a house, woohoo! Our tenants have moved in and I’ve called the utility companies to activate the gas and electric. …
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anon552
in Plumbers and Plumbing 14 years ago
Video Inspection of Waste Line
In advance of embarking upon a basement waterproofing job (thank you, Brownstoners, for your prior answers to my questions on this. I hired an engineer,…
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earlbrown
in Plumbers and Plumbing 14 years ago
Plumbing problems!!!!
there is a leak in a pipe that I cant find. I think i just need new plumbing throughout done because of old pipes but…
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webby1000
in Plumbers and Plumbing 14 years ago
French Drain--Has anyone had one installed?
Even before the hurricane, I was looking into installing a french drain for my cellar. It’s quite expensive. Just wondering if anyone has had one…
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leee
in Plumbers and Plumbing 14 years ago
Reliable, insured plumber?
Hi, I’m looking for an insured plumber to clear some drains ASAP. It’s a small, straightforward job. I just got royally screwed over by econo…
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park_slope_boy
in Plumbers and Plumbing 14 years ago
homeowner warranty?
Do you gals/guys have any suggestions for a good homeowner warranty company? Something that covers basic systems (AC, heating etc). I am looking online and…
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farkasmouse
in Plumbers and Plumbing 14 years ago
Recommendation for sprinkler inspection in Bed-Stuy
I need to get our sprinkler inspected (3 family brownstone, FYI) and keep getting postcards from some company, but am dubious about anyone who is…
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yaldwyn
in Plumbers and Plumbing 14 years ago
Cold tap runs hot-why???
Recently moved into a limestone house we’d renovated in Crown Heights. Discovered this problem–the cold tap in the 2nd floor bathroom sink runs hot. If…
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luther924
in Plumbers and Plumbing 14 years ago
Hudson Reed fixtures
We put in fixtures from Hudson Reed, an online UK retailer. They are pretty, but are failing and while i have put in the replacement…
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anonCH
in Plumbers and Plumbing 14 years ago
Upgrades to electrical and plumbing in 4 story brownstone - question
We are considering a 4 story house that we have been told requires an upgrade of existing plumbing and electrical. I have seen a number…
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yanks21
in Plumbers and Plumbing 14 years and 1 month ago
Drain snaking estimate...
I got an estimate from Roto-rooter to snake my backyard and shaftway drains (same connecting line)- estimate was $500, does that sound about right? Maybe…
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starfish11040
in Plumbers and Plumbing 14 years ago
flooded backyard.....sewer service or plumber?
Last Sunday, during those very heavy rains, my back yard turned into a lake. Water flowed under the door of the ground floor apartment and the tenant…
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bluecat
in Plumbers and Plumbing 14 years ago
Off-season Steam Radiator question
Our 2nd floor steam radiator fills with water, even after we had a plumber repitch it last season. Having failed, the plumber recommended new pipes.…
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mystiky
in Plumbers and Plumbing 14 years ago
Can I use an "shifting" toilet flange to move my toilet a bit?
My tiny “powder room” is getting completely redone (demolished and being rebuilt from scratch). I was wondering since I am also getting new tile installed…
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bcnyc
in Plumbers and Plumbing 14 years ago
Plumber with Camera for Broken Sewer Line
I’ve been in a new construction for about 6 months. Had some problems with mold/smell. Tried dehumidifier, and concreted dirt areas around foundations. Turns out it…
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jmunnie
in Plumbers and Plumbing 14 years and 1 month ago
Tankless Water Heater -- Purchase and Installation Price?
What’s a good price to have a plumber buy and install a tankless water heater? I’m looking to install one in my 3-story, 2-family house.…
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M
in Plumbers and Plumbing 14 years and 1 month ago
Bosch condensing boiler
Im looking to purchase the Bosch Therm C 1050 ES NG to substitute a triangle tube excellnce PE 100 that seems too big. any opinion on…
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mystiky
in Plumbers and Plumbing 14 years and 1 month ago
Is using PVC pipe for waste now legal in NYC?
Someone menitoned to me that since June 2010, it is now legal to use PVC pipes in a single family houses in NYC (Brooklyn) as…
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