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mediamaven56
in Roofers 11 years and 10 months ago
Eric Lee of Sowae Corp/ Any short sale realtors?
Hello Brownstoners, Has anyone worked with Eric Lee of Sowae Corp? I’m seeing his name attached to quite a few short sale properties in Bed…
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fitch
in Roofers 11 years and 5 months ago
NY NJ Wildlife Removal - Have You Used Them??
Anyone ever used NY NJ Wildlife Removal to get rid of squirrels or other animals in their house? We contacted Empire as recommended by some…
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guest4
in Roofers 11 years and 7 months ago
I need a great roofing company (with guarantees) ASAP
I have a 1-year old roof, and have already had 2 leaks. I can’t tell where the weak spot is, with the latest leak (small…
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TracyT
in Roofers 14 years and 6 months ago
Has anyone used John Roggenkamp -- roofer?
We are getting bigs for adding a layer to our flat roof, last re-covered 12 years ago. Two roofers we consulted were recommended here, the…
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stickman
in Roofers 10 years ago
Move a radiator
Hi all, I have a radiator on the 3rd floor in a bathroom. The bathroom is being renovated and I’d like to move the radiator…
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brooklynbemused
in Roofers 9 years and 11 months ago
Fabulous Tree Removal company
I recently asked for recommendations for a tree removal company. I ended up using JC tree care. They came and removed two 50′ tall maples…
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GUT RENOVATION NEXT DOOR - CIGARETTE SMOKE PENETRATING MY BROWNSTONE
Hi everyone, A developer is doing a gut renovation in the brownstone next door. His workers are smoking while working and my entire house smells…
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ps158
in Roofers 10 years ago
draining boiler - how to dispose of the water?
We just went through our first winter as home owners (I realize I should have asked this sooner…) When we drain our boiler, we’ve been…
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slimc
in Roofers 10 years ago
fastest route from Brooklyn to Woodstock
Looking for the fastest route upstate for weekends away this summer. Driving up on Fridays from Bed Stuy. Returning Mondays. Any suggestions about how and…
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brooklynbemused
in Roofers 10 years ago
Lakeview home mortgage?
Hi all I am in the process of refinancing and have just got a quote from Lakeview Home Mortgage based out of Massapequa. Has anyone…
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sleestack
in Roofers 10 years ago
Verizon Fios Installation
I just ordered Verizon Fios, and I’m wondering how others who have it found the installation process. Specifically, was the technician able to mount the…
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rdc
in Roofers 10 years ago
lead detection and inspection
Hi – eager to have my house tested for lead levels and was wondering if anyone has used one of the numerous companies who provide…
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bonald
in Roofers 10 years ago
Selling Granite Countertops?
Has anyone had luck selling your granite countertops in advance of a kitchen reno? We have a really huge kitchen island countertop as well as…
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sidewalksurfing
in Roofers 10 years ago
How do i search for L&T court checks / actions for prospective tenant?
Hi guys, new landlord here, after doing some research on the forums i keep seeing advice to see if a prospective tenant has wound up…
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orrsuz
in Roofers 10 years ago
Insulation contractors
Hi, so curious whether anyone on the forum has had insulation blown into the cavity between bricks in a townhouse? It’s standard insulation in the…
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JJDPE
in Roofers 10 years ago
Entrance doors
hi – does anyone have a referral for cos that make front entrance doors for brownstones / townhomes? My house is landmarked. What’s a reasonable…
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xchx
in Roofers 10 years ago
LAA Permit
How do I tell if my LAA permit has been closed out properly? Right now it says: “Last Action: APPROVED – 02/12/2016” and then when…
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SoSlope
in Roofers 10 years ago
ISO: High quality/convincing artificial wood fence
We need to replace our backyard fence and would like to replace the cedar fence with something that won’t rot but is very convincing fake…
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