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firsthouse
in Doors & Windows 9 years and 8 months ago
Someone to measure and install windows
I have a place to purchase the windows but I need someone who will measure and install. Not a landmark property. Looking at Pella or…
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brooklyntoqueens
in Doors & Windows 9 years and 11 months ago
Wood Double-Hung Windows
From what I understand Andersen and Marvin seem to be the best quality wood windows in the market, but are there other good quality brands…
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flyingfish
in Doors & Windows 9 years and 9 months ago
Need Solar Shades/blinds supplier/installer for industrial loft space
I just leased 2 spaces at Industry City in Sunset park. Total width of window walls is about 64 feet. I need to put in…
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wshlet
in Doors & Windows 9 years and 9 months ago
Handyman to measure for/install entry door on garden floor?
Hello – I’m in need of a handyman (preferably someone who can come as soon as tomorrow, while I have the day off to deal…
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jumping
in Doors & Windows 9 years and 10 months ago
Area around the sliding glass door?
I’m thinking of replacing my sliding glass door with a similarly sized one. I also need to replace the rotten plywood surrounding it- it’s particularly…
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thetinkerswagon
in Doors & Windows 9 years and 10 months ago
FREE 86" tall Storm Door (86"x31 3/4) Aluminum
Hey, this storm door came to me via lowes as a take-it-all or none package of customer returns and damaged items. so far as I…
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sparrow4
in Doors & Windows 9 years and 11 months ago
How to remove security gates from bed-stuy townhouse ?
Greetings and good vibes! have a question, hoping the community can help. I seek to remove front garden level security gates from my bedstuy townhouse…
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katdov
in Doors & Windows 9 years and 11 months ago
NuVue windows
Has anyone ever dealt with Nuvue windows? One of the Brooklyn suppliers recommended NuVue windows for a rental apartment, claiming aluminum was better than vinyl.…
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katdov
in Doors & Windows 9 years and 11 months ago
Window fabricators
Hello! I would like to install factory-style multi-panel windows and doors in Brooklyn. Are these ever sold in standard sizes or are always custom? Can…
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moriata
in Doors & Windows 10 years ago
Can this wooden door be saved?
Hi all, my original front door on my rowhouse has deteriorated over time and the wooden portion by the latch no longer seems entirely secure.…
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aussieben
in Doors & Windows 10 years ago
Window frame slipped on one side
Hi all One of our old rear windows has developed a gap at the top on one side – looks like the entire right side…
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blauprint9
in Doors & Windows 10 years ago
Proper steel window welds?
Hello Brownstoner! We had these steel windows made for an extension and spent a pretty penny. We then had insulated panes made and found they…
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agdipierro
in Doors & Windows 10 years and 1 month ago
10' Tall Swing In Parlor Windows
We are renovating 1860s brownstone in Hells Kitchen. The parlor floor windows were originally the same height as the front door, about 10′ tall, with…
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MaconStreetMan
in Doors & Windows 10 years and 2 months ago
Restoring Original Windows
I am trying to decide between installing new windows and restoring the ones I have (most of the windows are original windows, but they aren’t…
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ditmasmom
in Doors & Windows 10 years and 2 months ago
what do people do with the windows they replaced?
I have 2 beautiful large casement windows (each 90 x 56) that I am replacing late this summer. I would love to either arrange to…
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PSGal
in Doors & Windows 10 years and 2 months ago
Patio Doors and Permits
We are seeking to replace our patio doors to our condo in a multi-unit building. The patio doors go to a private decked area in…
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markos
in Doors & Windows 10 years and 3 months ago
Looking for a Marvin Window installer to replace a broken window.
One of our Marvin Windows got broken and I need to replace. PLease let me know if you can recommend anyone.
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sbl1sbl
in Doors & Windows 10 years and 4 months ago
Window inserts
Does anyone have experience with interior window inserts (like “indows”) and can someone recommend a contractor, again experienced, who can measure and install them? I…
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