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wrengles
in Wood Restoration 14 years ago
Need recommendation for renovation of house in Ditmas Park
108 year old Victorian in landmarked area. Need to repair some of the the wood clapboard, repair soffits, and re-paint the entire house. Also have…
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olive
in Building Code 14 years ago
Backyard basketball enclosure?
A neighbor is turning his entire brownstone backyard into a basketball court. Twenty-foot poles are going up to support overhead netting. Is this legal? (We’re…
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mysteriousbrunette
in Electricians 14 years ago
Electrician License
I am looking for information on Thour Wiring. They provide electricians. I am having trouble locating their license. The electricians name is Craig. They have…
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mysteriousbrunette
in Electricians 14 years ago
Electrician License
I am looking for information on Thour Wiring. They provide electricians. I am having trouble locating their license. The electricians name is Craig. They have…
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mysteriousbrunette
in Electricians 14 years ago
Licensed Electrician
How do I check the credentials of an electrician? I want to make sure the guy is legit with no bad history. How do I…
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mysteriousbrunette
in Electricians 14 years ago
Licensed Electrician
How do I check the credentials of an electrician? I want to make sure the guy is legit with no bad history. How do I…
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Bar
in Painters and Painting & Stripping 14 years ago
Need Exterior Painter Recommendation
Hi Brownstoner Community I have wood steps that need to be sanded and repainted. Does anyone have any recommendations for me as to painters to…
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nyc0411
in Architectural Salvage 14 years ago
What is this architectural iron element called? (Found aound door entrances) (Where would I find it for purchase?)
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f921b2ac58f7-.jpg In addition to the photo attached, I have five photos for view – see the links below. Does anyone know the name of this…
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kls
in Construction 14 years ago
Attic Fan Installation
We have a finished attic level that is used as an office, but it gets hot. We have 2 small windows, but was thinking of…
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olive
in Building Code 14 years ago
Backyard basketball enclosure?
A neighbor is turning his entire brownstone backyard into a basketball court. Twenty-foot poles are going up to support overhead netting. Is this legal? (We’re…
0
nyc0411
in Architectural Salvage 14 years ago
What is this architectural iron element called? (Found aound door entrances) (Where would I find it for purchase?)
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f921b2ac58f7-.jpg In addition to the photo attached, I have five photos for view – see the links below. Does anyone know the name of this…
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EcoBrooklyn
in Roofers 14 years ago
Green Roof in a Landmarks Area?
Hello, I have a client who wants us to install a green roof on his home, which is in a landmarks area. The roof is…
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widthom
in Doors 14 years ago
Pocket Door Hardware / Latch
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/4f9084c5df073-.jpg I have a pocket door to my powder room with the very standard latch pictured here – which is very unreliable in a household…
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Oxygen
in Locksmith and Security 14 years ago
Slightly Unusual Lock: Where to Buy?
I want to install a lock for an interior hallway that is accessed via a single French door. The door hardware is from the 1920’s.…
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xistent
in Lawyers and legal service 14 years ago
NEED RECOMMENDATION FOR LAND USE ATTORNEY
Need someone who is familiar with Brooklyn residential zoning and usage laws. Thanks
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ejalbk
in Lawyers and legal service 14 years ago
Attorney for Sale of a Multi-Family Bldg?
I have a real estate attorney, but he recently joined one of the midtown mega firms and both prices and service have gone in an…
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monkey1
in Real Estate - Rentals 14 years ago
Management Fees for a 3 unit building?
Hello, I have a three unit building, ground floor retail with two apartments upstairs in brownstone Brooklyn and am considering a relocation. What would be…
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klarkash
in Brownstoner Renovation 14 years ago
Advisability on going into contract before renov completed?
Looking for opinions of the advisability on going into contract on a property while the renovation is still ongoing. We’ve been told this would greatly…
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