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soundhoner
in Renovation 9 years and 1 month ago
Architect Plan - Strategy for two separate renovations? One plan or two?
Hi all, I have two phases of my project for my 3 story, 2 fam home. The top floor needs to be renovated soon, and…
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yuhlcimta
in Renovation 9 years and 2 months ago
Renovate stoop , exterior brick work and vestibule
I am looking to renovate the front yard of my town house . Looking to replace old deteriorating stone steps, install new iron fence similar…
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cookielover
in Renovation 9 years and 2 months ago
When is Licensed plumber and permit required?
I originally posted this under “Plumbing” but thought it might get more response here. Please forgive the duplicate. I have been told that simply remodeling…
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stickman
in Renovation 9 years and 2 months ago
herringbone wood floor installations
Does anyone have recommendations on where to purchase herringbone floors and a good installer? My parlor currently has thin old plank floors that are in…
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michelle-etwaroo
in Renovation 9 years and 2 months ago
Adding a Steel Deck of Parlor Floor - Fire Escape 3 Family MDL 53
Looking for an architect with the following experience. I would like to remove fire escape from parlor floor of a 3 family house and add…
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dmdesmond
in Renovation 9 years and 2 months ago
asbestos abatement in detached single family
There may be non-friable asbestos floor tiles in the house we are buying. Federal law does not require you to hire an asbestos professional for…
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amymendizabal
in Renovation 9 years and 2 months ago
Clear Sealant for Heating Pipe?
I just had the heating pipes in my apartment stripped, and I love the industrial look that they have now. I’m guessing they’ll rust if…
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larrygile
in Renovation 9 years and 6 months ago
Leak repair
We need assistance to identify and repair a long-standing leak that causes paint to peel on the wall in our home. Can anyone recommend a…
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Landlord1
in Renovation 9 years and 2 months ago
Architect needed for a full renovation
I have a budget for 300k-350 k to renovate a small townhouse. Des anybody know an architect who would be willing to help us.? Please…
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oqxxdnvb
in Renovation 9 years and 2 months ago
SALE | Kohler Veil Intelligent Toilet K-5401 (comparable to Toto)
Hi all! I’ve got a brand-new Kohler Veil Intelligent Toilet (you can get the specs here: www.us.kohler.com/…/1120267.htm) BRAND NEW, fully packaged, not unwrapped. I received…
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kcc414
in Renovation 9 years and 3 months ago
Kitchen designer?
We are hoping to move into next phase of renovation on our house soon. We have an architect and contractor whom we worked with in…
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Northie
in Renovation 9 years and 3 months ago
Contractor for bathroom?
Hi. Does anyone have a recommendation for a good and reliable contractor to gut and redo a full bathroom? Thanks!!
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theoperadiva
in Renovation 9 years and 4 months ago
Work done! *(Almost): sharing final ironwork and stoop restoration photos
The question comes up often for recommendations for stoop and ironwork restoration recommendations, and I therefore wanted to share an enthusiastic recommendation for both Brownstone…
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fort-greene-myrtle-ave
in Renovation 9 years and 4 months ago
Best Guidance to remove attic Insulation
Hi, I want to get special guidance for the removal or insulation from my attic. Is there is need to contact any insulation contractor or…
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momolito
in Renovation 9 years and 4 months ago
Architect and Construction
I need some feedback on Rebuild Workshop for getting me a building permit to build a bathroom and to build it for me. Anyone out…
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RAR
in Renovation 9 years and 4 months ago
ISO: WOOD FIREPLACE MANTEL
Hello, We are 8 years into a never-ending renovation and looking for a wood mantel to replace one that long ago burned up in a…
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ggrkfppsn
in Renovation 9 years and 4 months ago
Parlor Floor Kitchen in Narrow House - Back or Middle?
I’m getting ready to remodel a narrow single-family house, including putting in a new kitchen on the parlor floor. I was originally planning what seems…
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mrlithe
in Renovation 9 years and 5 months ago
Co-Op Combination Contractor
I am looking to combine two co-op apartments. I have an architect but am looking for a contractor to do some demolition of walls, construction…
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darabeth
in Renovation 9 years and 5 months ago
Beautiful Harlem Brownstone Needs Some Love!
Hi Brownstoners – we’re in contract on a Harlem brownstone (CNH in place, planning to file for Alt 1 to convert to 2-family). It’s got…
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theoperadiva
in Renovation 9 years and 5 months ago
Enthusiastic Recommendation for Forerunner Creations (Ironwork Restoration)
Hi all, We went through exhaustive research to find our ironwork restoration contractor and know it is a frequent request on the forum. Now that…
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