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househunter

in Roofers 10 years and 2 months ago

Asbestos and Lead Testing

Hello all, Does anyone know a good firm that checks for asbestos and lead in the house? I want to avoid a company that rips…

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mrshankly

in Roofers 10 years and 2 months ago

seeking cheaper version of this lamp

I love these vintage porcelain based lamps, but the only one i find is on schoolhouseelectric.com for $100\. http://www.schoolhouseelectric.com/lighting/table-floor-lamps/ion-lamp.html anyone know of cheaper alternatives? I…

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anonCH

in Roofers 11 years and 3 months ago

Anyone used "MR. Luis" Master Plasterer on this site?

He gave a competitive price to do molding reconstruction etc. But I haven’t seen any recommendations. Anyone ever worked with him? Thanks!

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Updated 10 years and 2 months ago

duckcooker

in Roofers 10 years and 2 months ago

Trees in Park Slope

Does anyone know what the purpose is of the wooden frames that have been built around the trees up and down the streets of Park…

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est

in Roofers 10 years and 3 months ago

Stolen stoop railings in Greenwood area

Hi all, Our stoop railings were stolen some time over the last two days. They were in the front yard of our house in the…

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since2002

in Roofers 10 years and 3 months ago

Tile floor refinisher needed

I am removing old carpet that was glued down in my bathroom over the original tile floor. I need recommendations for someone who can strip…

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terryhoppy

in Roofers 10 years and 3 months ago

brownstone wood doors

Hi: I need a recommendation or recommendation I want to restore my outside brownstone wood doors; do you have any recommendations thanks\ terryhoppy

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wiley

in Roofers 11 years and 6 months ago

Thumbs up for Kate Turney, Garden Designer

Hi all – just wanted to share with the forum the very positive experience I’ve had working with Kate Turney designing a patio and garden.…

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Updated 10 years and 3 months ago

deancollins

in Roofers 10 years and 4 months ago

ficus tree

anyone know any nurseries with ficus trees? I was hoping to get another one but it seems neither lowes or home depot stock them anymore.…

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terryhoppy

in Roofers 10 years and 4 months ago

brownstone entryway

Hi: I have a small entryway on the second floor of my brownstone. I need to have new saddles and the floor polished. It looks…

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MaconStreetMan

in Roofers 10 years and 4 months ago

Landmarks - Window Replacement Application

Anyone have any recommendations for someone to help file the paperwork to get Landmarks permission for replacing windows in a Landmarked district. I believe that…

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bedstuyreno

in Roofers 10 years and 4 months ago

Developer building next door to me!

Hi Brownstoner Community The empty lot next door to my brownstone is being developed. I reviewed the plans and nothing objective in the design and…

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afrochic

in Roofers 10 years and 4 months ago

recommendation for fencing company for new roof deck fence?

Hi all, I’m looking for recommendations for a good and reasonably-priced fencing company that could install a new wood fence on my roof deck. Any…

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ditmasmom

in Roofers 10 years and 4 months ago

Problem with Boiler Ignition

hello! we have had an issue with our boiler for about a week (I first noticed it when waking up in the morning and the…

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sqhaexgkh

in Roofers 10 years and 4 months ago

Old cast Iron Radiators

I am renovating an old rowhouse and will be removing the various cast iron radiators. My contractor mentioned that there is a good market out…

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jnab0614

in Roofers 10 years and 4 months ago

marble mantel reinstallation/repair

Doing a renovation of an 1899 brownstone and are converting one marble fireplace into wood-burning. This meant we had to replace the joists below the…

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Updated 10 years and 4 months ago

aprilflowers

in Roofers 10 years and 4 months ago

Free: old paneled door, in two halfs

Paneled door from 1890s brownstone, has been cut on half for some reason–but perhaps can be restored or repurposed? Door is 25.75 wide, larger piece…

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skylightseeker

in Roofers 10 years and 4 months ago

Fencing Advice

Hi All, I am installing a terraced patio in my backyard where the back portion (by the back fence) will be raised about 1-2 ft…

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Updated 10 years and 4 months ago

sqhaexgkh

in Roofers 10 years and 4 months ago

Rowhouse Reno

I am about to renovate a brick rowhouse in Brooklyn. It’s a gut job, so floorplan is pretty much anything we can imagine. Its 16.75…

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Updated 10 years and 4 months ago

suzy

in Roofers 10 years and 5 months ago

Steam Heat Question

Last night, my heat wasn’t on, so I went and checked and saw the water in the little glass tube on the boiler (I’m sorry,…

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Updated 10 years and 5 months ago

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