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Carpenter for small jobs.
Williamsburg, NY
I am looking for a skillful carpenter to do small jobs ( shelves, drawers, window sills etc.) around my apartment. I'm looking for quality woodworking. More»
12:45 AM 05/15/2013
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my Brownstone renovation walkthrough
Bedford Stuyvesant, NY
I am very excited - we are about 70% finished with the renovation.
That´s why I want to give the chance to walk through the construction site with me, show you the details and share what I learned throughout the process.
This near gut reno is a SRO to 3 family conversion of a 5 story italianate Brownstone.
The goal of the renovation was to archieve a low energy house that is ready for the next 100 years while preserving original features.
some features:
- insulation, lots of it
- extensive floor/ceiling... More»11:58 PM 05/14/2013
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Where to Find Day Labor
NY
My husband and I are getting stone slabs for our backyard dropped off in front of our house on Saturday morning. It all has to go up the stairs, through the house and out to the backyard. I think it's going to be too much to do ourselves. I've asked around but can't seem to find someone who I can hire for an hour or so to help. I've heard that there are men who hang out at Lowes or Home Depot that are looking for extra work; has anyone hired someone from either place? Are they there on Saturdays? What would you pay for an hour or two of work? Thanks for ... More»
8:23 PM 05/14/2013
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The Uhual place on 4th Ave is where I would go. I have not hired day laborers but always see guys looking for work there and friends of friends have recnetly had good luck hiring guys there for unloading moving truck (I think on a weekend). See More » -
driveway blocking
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Call 311 and the local precinct and let the car owner figure out the details. See More » -
Are contractors bad emailers, or is it my request?
This is only my 2nd time seeking consultation/work from a general contractor, the first time was quick and easy. However now, I've tried contacting about 6 to do a walkthrough and get estimates for some work, and they either dont respond to emails, or say they'll get back, but don't actually followup or set dates. Wondering if they are inherently less into emailing, and I should be phoning, or its the job that maybe is not big enough?
Basically our apartment got flooded from work being done above. Water mitigation is done, now need to do the actual r... More»3:45 PM 05/14/2013
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We had the same problem w/ contractors. They NEVER respond to emails. I guess a lot of them are old school and not leveraging technology. Anyhow, we had a lot of work done in our cellar. We used George Haliotis (georgio.x@gmail.com or 917-589-4208). Vet him and see if he can meet your needs.... See More » -
Mr. Slim ductless AC installer
Cobble Hill, NY
Can anyone recommend a ductless ac installer they have been happy with?
Thanks a bunch=) More»12:34 PM 05/14/2013
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I'm also curious about this; I would add to this question, has anyone had a ductless split system installed when the compressor was placed on the roof? I was curious how much the installation runs, and if the installer drills through the roof membrane/patches it themselves...Thanks! See More » -
Looking for Contractor to build staircase between two floors
We have a three story frame house. Presently used as a two family (duplex on top two + apartment on bottom floor). We are looking to turn the building back into a one-family. Looking for someone who can cut an internal staricase between the first and second floors. Any recommendations appreciated. More»
10:49 AM 05/14/2013
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dobbs, the horse usually stays in front of the cart, not the other way around :-)
what you are trying to achieve requires, plans, engineering, and most probably a change of your certificate of Occupancy at the Department of Buildings. Get these things staright first (unless you've already done it, ...... See More » -
Brownstone Exterior Renovation
Brooklyn, NY
I have a 3 story brick exterior that I'll like to have pointed. Can anyone offer me a recommendation? Going through The Brownstoner Archives has been a very time consuming task. More»
8:37 AM 05/14/2013
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If you think going through the archives is time consuming, you're going to LOVE the repointing process. Beware the shills replying to forum posts. When hiring a contractor for masonry, make sure you look at work that's at least a year old and make sure you talk to the owners about how it's standing ...... See More » -
Nicholas Politis Home inspector?
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Neighbor Renting Property for Day Care Center
Gowanus, NY
My neighbor is currently finishing a gut job on his duplex. He intends on renting it to a family who will run a day care out center. The people on the block told me they're not happy with that for various reasons. I truly dont know how I should feel. What are some things I should consider/be prepared for if the in fact decide to run a day care center. More»
9:42 PM 05/13/2013
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There are many types of day care. Family style daycare could just mean that someone looks after 3 or 4 kids in their home and has a license to do so. This would be no different from having a family with 3 or 4 of their own children. A larger daycare needs all kinds of provisions - separate bathrooms...... See More » -
Advice re Alarm Systems
Our home insurance requires that we get an alarm system. I am wondering whether to just get the bare bones system or go with the motion detectors, sensors on lots of windows, etc. Has anyone researched what features of alarm systems (if any) actually deter thieves from entering or scare them away once they are there? Or do alarm systems just give a false sense of security? Are there statistics or well-researched articles out there, or other sources of reliable information? We're in a row house in Windsor Terrace, FWIW. More»
9:37 PM 05/13/2013
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Get your Community CPOP officer from your local precinct to come look at your home. Mine told me the most important things were perimeter & internal automatic lighting, 'stops' on windows & decent locks on doors. He said that alarms were the last item to do although decals saying you're pr...... See More » -
Kitchen Ideas
Brooklyn, NY
Hey everyone,
Can anyone give some good recommendations of where I can buy high-quality paints for my kitchen. My husband attempting to do it himself (:-/). Anyone have anys recs on color schemes that have used, where can I good quality brand cabinets? tiles? countertops? Looking for a reasonable price but decent quality. Thanks. More»4:44 PM 05/13/2013
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Hi, For color ideas check out Houzz.com. a good rule to follow is to have cabinets & counter tops contrasting, ex. Light cabinets w/dark counter tops or dark cabinets with light counter top.
We purchased decent - not super quality - through Costco (havent had them very long but seem to be holding ...... See More » -
House Trap and Rat access via sewer
Hi, this relates to a 7 unit building about 90 years old. The house drain got blocked over the weekend. Happily I was able to unblock it using 25' snake inserted near the house trap. When checking to see that all was OK this morning I saw a rat peering up at me. This rat is on the house side of the house trap. Is this normal or does it indicate an unusual level of access?
It means that there is only a toilet trap keeping the rat from popping his head into my basement toilet. I am doubly concerned as in January a pregnant rat gained access to the basemen... More»3:49 PM 05/13/2013
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Rats can travel underwater but they can also come through plumbing vents on roof.
http://www.asktheexterminator.com/rats/Toilet_Rat_printer.shtml
I'd go online to 311 and have them bait the sewer, and place metal screening around all vents on attic and drains on basement floor. Also, at n...... See More » -
Real Estate Firms that work with FHA buyers.
Boerum Hill, NY
Hi All - Happy Monday! We are FHA buyer's looking in Brooklyn and are curious if anyone has had any recent success with an FHA purchase of a home and some recommendations for who to work with in regards to realty companies. I have been told a LOT of stuff from a LOT of different sources but no one that has just been through the process. I heard that Corcoran won't work with FHA buyer's - anyone know of companies that will based on your experience?
Thank you! More»11:55 AM 05/13/2013
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We recently closed on a property about a month ago and it was with an FHA loan. However, going into the deal we were originally a conventional loan. About midway through the closing process we had to switch to FHA, much to our disapointment (hate PMI!!). Our Realtor did not seem to have any issue...... See More » -
How to best estimate renovation costs prior to purchase without the time for contractor estimates?
We're being asked by the broker to sign the contract to purchase a frame house in Brooklyn in the next day or two. The initial inspection is done, but we haven't had time to bring a reliable contractor in to estimate renovations. Although the kitchen's and baths that need to be replaced, the house looks in decent condition. However, the building inspector said that the repair work in the basement looked shoddy and that he'd probably open up all the walls to change the plumbing, electric, etc. and that total renovations could run $50k/floor. How is it pos... More»
6:55 AM 05/13/2013
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With such limited time and such a bid decision....your only options are trying to as many contractors as you can to see the place today and tomorrow....the more you meet the better feel you will get of what exactly needs to be done....if you can get a handful to come by (in luck) then at least a bal...... See More »
