Rehab Q & A | Brick + Beam Detroit

I am restoring a ceiling fixture and came across what appears to be an insulating putty, is this something that is sfill available or is there an alternative product?

No answers yet. Can you help? Asked by David Wulke on Jan. 20, 2019

Can anyone refer me to a hvac contractor I had a boiler I want to convert it to force air.

2 answers. Asked by king on Jan. 8, 2019

How do contractors get listed on your site, and what are the required qualifications?

1 answer. Asked by Patrick on Jan. 6, 2019

I really want to get involved and learn how to rehab my home. This home need roof/gutter repair, can I repair from inside the attic?

No answers yet. Can you help? Asked by [email protected] on Jan. 2, 2019

I'm looking for a good electrician that knows code. I recently bought a land bank home and the home will need new wiring. Any recommendations will be helpful

3 answers. Asked by K Carter on Dec. 22, 2018

Need a bathroom installed in a church

No answers yet. Can you help? Asked by Jonathan Combs on Dec. 13, 2018

Does anyone have a recommendation for somebody to board-up/secure a house?

1 answer. Asked by Correy W on Dec. 11, 2018

Do I really need a permit?

1 answer. Asked by BJ on Dec. 10, 2018

Where to Buy Salvage Fenestra Windows

1 answer. Asked by Brandon on Dec. 10, 2018

Contractor for remodel + renovating a 1900 house

1 answer. Asked by Sarah on Dec. 9, 2018

What help is available in the state of MS to rehab senior citzens home

No answers yet. Can you help? Asked by Lori Clark on Nov. 27, 2018

Looking for information on insuring a house I purchased from the Detroit Land Bank during the renovation. Any recommendations on companies insuring in Detroit would be appreciated or specifics I should be looking for in a policy. Thank you.

3 answers. Asked by Daniel Robar on Nov. 24, 2018

Best place for multiple (potentially matching) interior doors?

5 answers. Asked by Jesse Green on Nov. 23, 2018

Is there a large scale paint removal "dip" service in the area?

1 answer. Asked by Hannah on Nov. 18, 2018

Anyone have experience with Detroit Land Bank Product from Flagstar?

1 answer. Asked by Sara El on Nov. 17, 2018

I have a two family and am wondering about experience converting it to a single family. Opinions on whether or not to do?

1 answer. Asked by JT on Nov. 13, 2018

large door for sale

2 answers. Asked by George Corsetti on Nov. 13, 2018

NEED HELP NEW HOMEOWNER

3 answers. Asked by Rudy Kirk on Nov. 13, 2018

Replacing/repairing an odd size (interior) entry door?

1 answer. Asked by Neal Blaise on Nov. 9, 2018

if you can see the main floor from the attic how do you go about repairing that?

1 answer. Asked by [email protected] on Nov. 5, 2018

Steel Window Hardware parts

3 answers. Asked by Lkulawczyk on Oct. 30, 2018

Turner Restoration and Window Workshops

1 answer. Asked by Elizabeth Findeis on Oct. 30, 2018

I have a small older home in SW Detroit that needs work, but, I would like to get an opinion whether I should invest money in the repairs. Does anyone know of an individual to make an assessment?

3 answers. Asked by J Richardson on Oct. 29, 2018

We have a land bank house we are in desperate need of a furnace. Can you please help!!!!

2 answers. Asked by Marcel Smith on Oct. 26, 2018

ISO Green 6" square reclaimed porch tile

1 answer. Asked by Maggie Jones on Oct. 21, 2018

Boiler repair expert needed

4 answers. Asked by Brad on Oct. 17, 2018

Where can I get steel beams

2 answers. Asked by Kimanifelder on Oct. 15, 2018

My neighbor has a fence in front of his home. I was told that you can't do that in a Historic District.

1 answer. Asked by Garland Hardeman on Oct. 12, 2018

I have a church, I need to put a bathroom and a gathering area on the first floor for handicap folks

2 answers. Asked by Jonathan Combs on Oct. 10, 2018

I'm looking for someone to inspect and clean a chimney for a reasonable price??

2 answers. Asked by George Corsetti on Oct. 10, 2018

Anyone know who can service the old crank-out casement windows???

2 answers. Asked by gregory Lockett on Oct. 7, 2018

Lead removal company

4 answers. Asked by Kristi on Aug. 20, 2018

Pocket door repairs: anyone know a good resource to fix?

No answers yet. Can you help? Asked by Brad on Aug. 17, 2018

Tile Roof Repair

2 answers. Asked by letty on Aug. 15, 2018

How Much Should I Aim for A Winning DLBA in Zip Code 48208?

1 answer. Asked by Nicole on Aug. 10, 2018

Looking for cheap to free building materials

2 answers. Asked by Melissa Cabeen on Aug. 5, 2018

I want to teardown and rbuild my front porch. It's 39 ft long and about 10 3/4 deep. Do I need a permit to do that? And if so which ones? I live in Detroit ,Mi

1 answer. Asked by Gwen Dove on Jul. 27, 2018

How can I get a permit for a electrician

1 answer.

203k lender recommendations?

3 answers. Asked by Nicole on Jul. 10, 2018

Are propeties purchase through DLBA already been surveyed and abated for lead and asbestos?

1 answer. Asked by Cary Junior on Jul. 9, 2018

Where to find vintage tile

3 answers. Asked by Norma on Jul. 4, 2018

Anyone know a good tree removal company?

1 answer. Asked by Brad on Jun. 29, 2018

I am looking for a source for doors ,I need two 36x84

1 answer. Asked by Gail Hines on Jun. 28, 2018

[DIY] If I purchase a home from the DLBA, what jobs/tasks require a license? What am I not allowed to DIY build myself?

1 answer. Asked by Ben on Jun. 16, 2018

Window company

1 answer. Asked by Paul on Jun. 15, 2018

Magical (small space) Toilet Advice?

3 answers. Asked by Betsy on Jun. 6, 2018

Stripping paint from molding

2 answers. Asked by Morgan Drutchas on May. 29, 2018

Can someone recommend a source for a new or gently used round top entry door and installation.

4 answers. Asked by Gene Grilli on May. 25, 2018

I have an ecommerce retail business and I want to create a brick and mortar. I used to intern with Brick + Beam!

3 answers. Asked by Nathan Daniel on Apr. 24, 2018

Stopping the city from demolishing my building

1 answer. Asked by David Henry King on Apr. 3, 2018

Does anyone know of a good/cheaper lead based paint inspector?

6 answers. Asked by Peggy Pointer on Mar. 27, 2018

Anyone know a good person/company for boiler maintenance/inspection?

4 answers. Asked by Brad on Mar. 22, 2018

Anyone know of a design/build firm that can do roof structure repairs?

4 answers. Asked by Anna Balzer on Mar. 21, 2018

Im looking for someone to shore up my garage and place aluminum siding.

No answers yet. Can you help? Asked by Dawn Yvette Thorpe on Mar. 12, 2018

Who replaces wood soffits and the decorative soffit arches?

2 answers. Asked by ken on Mar. 3, 2018

I have a home built in 1925 with original leaded glass windows. I have a frustrating problem with one double window. I have moisture building up between the leaded glass and the wooden storms. All the other windows do not have this problem. I had new wooden storms made for them as the old ones were rotten from moisture.

3 answers. Asked by KenfromMI on Feb. 23, 2018

Who repairs 1880's wood sash? Pre window weights.

1 answer. Asked by tom mcnicholas on Jan. 31, 2018

Recommendations on historic tile vendors

4 answers. Asked by Cassie Marie Lee on Jan. 22, 2018

Securing Vacant Property

4 answers. Asked by Rita Cargile on Dec. 26, 2017

Brick+Beam here--do you know of a quality contractor who would be able to also effectively teach chimney/fireplace repair, maintenance and safety?

1 answer. Asked by victoria olivier on Dec. 7, 2017

Spray-Foam Insulation

2 answers. Asked by Sophia on Nov. 20, 2017

Roofers who offer installment plans?

1 answer. Asked by Sophia on Nov. 13, 2017

Does anyone have recommendations for bathtub reglazing/refinishing?

2 answers. Asked by Elyse Wolf on Nov. 7, 2017

How do I get someone to give me estimate on finishing the needed on my house

1 answer. Asked by Rosemary Prince on Nov. 6, 2017

Leaded Glass Reapir

5 answers. Asked by Ann on Oct. 27, 2017

Does anyone know of a reliable air duct cleaner

4 answers. Asked by George Corsetti on Oct. 23, 2017

Can anyone recommend a Detroit-based roofer who can install wood shingles/shakes?

1 answer. Asked by Sophia on Oct. 19, 2017

Does anyone have recommendations for foundation repair?

1 answer.

Hi Brick + Beam Community, can anyone recommend a window installer? Looking to replace approximately 10 vinyl windows.

No answers yet. Can you help? Asked by Lisa Bradley on Oct. 4, 2017

Hi does anyone know a good contractor for stucco repair?

1 answer. Asked by Sandra Stahl on Sep. 28, 2017

Can anyone recommend a tiler or a cabinet maker?

2 answers. Asked by Kristin Barker on Sep. 27, 2017

vintage furnace and thermostat help

3 answers. Asked by Martin Olivier on Sep. 13, 2017

How does this program work?

No answers yet. Can you help? Asked by Deanna Matlock on Sep. 8, 2017

Who repairs cedar siding

1 answer. Asked by abbey on Sep. 6, 2017

How make does this foundation charges to break down and rebuild a wall on one side of the house

1 answer. Asked by Shar'ron Carter on Aug. 12, 2017

Permits, Licensing, and Inspections for basic home improvements

1 answer. Asked by Kat on Jul. 30, 2017

Historic Door rehab

2 answers. Asked by Blake Almstead on Jul. 26, 2017

Looking for tile installation in multi-bathroom reno

2 answers. Asked by Kat on Jul. 6, 2017

Looking for a construction team to build a small house with the blueprints supplied

2 answers. Asked by Jennifer on Jun. 28, 2017

Plumber interested in bathroom reno

1 answer. Asked by Kat on Jun. 5, 2017

Recommendations for builder/carpenter to replace back porch?

4 answers. Asked by Philip Rivera on May. 23, 2017

I recently purchased my house from the DLB. I am in need of some outside work on the home . I also need my Windows and doors need attention also i need insulation like siding . i think it's wood already but its peeling off .and renforced the back where the tree fell on the house and broke the wires off the house and part of the gutter was pulled apart

1 answer. Asked by Janis Morgan on May. 22, 2017

Where do I start to get information on a specific city owned property?

2 answers. Asked by Carolyn Koch on May. 17, 2017

Does anyone have a recommendation for someone to install a chimney cap

3 answers. Asked by Rosalind on May. 9, 2017

Recommended land surveying?

No answers yet. Can you help? Asked by T McMillan on May. 5, 2017

Cast Iron Milk Door Restoration?

1 answer. Asked by Julia on May. 5, 2017

Removing tile from bathroom walls

2 answers. Asked by Carly Britton on May. 4, 2017

Dispose - Recycle 6' x 7' pane of plate glass?

3 answers. Asked by Sharon Gant on May. 1, 2017

Resource to remove/sell 100 yr old bathtub

2 answers. Asked by Leigh Ann on Apr. 26, 2017

Mid Century Beam is rotting

No answers yet. Can you help? Asked by Jacob Fenton on Apr. 24, 2017

Any suggestions of how to deal with black mold?

3 answers. Asked by George Corsetti on Apr. 20, 2017

Good demo help requested

2 answers. Asked by Jessica Rose Frelinghuysen on Apr. 14, 2017

Hello Community, does anyone have a resource for parts to repair pocket doors? All the parts I find in the big box stores are too big, I need a bracket that fits a 1 inch opening.

4 answers. Asked by Todd Ray on Apr. 5, 2017

Has anyone used RhinoShield to paint their house?

No answers yet. Can you help? Asked by Adam on Apr. 3, 2017

Does anyone have a resource for mortise lock replacement ? Has to be suitable for a Entry Door.

11 answers. Asked by Todd Ray on Apr. 1, 2017

Should I re-side? Or reveal cedar shingles?

2 answers. Asked by Jessica Herczeg-Konecny on Mar. 30, 2017

As a senior citizen, is there any way that I can get rehab assistance for my home which will be 100 years old in 2018.

5 answers. Asked by Sherry Murphy on Mar. 13, 2017

WHEN ARE THE 2017 CLASSES AND TRAINING ON REHABBING YOUR HOME?

1 answer. Asked by Sascha on Mar. 4, 2017

Rehab home I'm in need of help with the electrical and I need help with some cement work in my basement

2 answers. Asked by William Sawyer on Mar. 1, 2017

Any recommendations for someone to repair a clay tile roof?

1 answer. Asked by TK on Feb. 23, 2017

I'm in need of someone who restores leaded glass windows in Detroit?

3 answers. Asked by Susan Tamblyn on Feb. 9, 2017

Having a Problem with a Sink

1 answer. Asked by Robert Everett on Jan. 25, 2017

Insurance during gut rehab?

5 answers. Asked by Sandra Stahl on Jan. 25, 2017

I need reputable contacts for pier installation under a crawl space footing.

2 answers. Asked by Chris Campo on Jan. 23, 2017

Looking for a Carpenter for Historic Home

8 answers. Asked by Jill Ferrari on Jan. 6, 2017

can anyone recommend a reliable reasonable contractor that wiill give me an estimate asap?

3 answers. Asked by EBONY BOWDEN on Dec. 20, 2016

Looking for a blacksmith

3 answers. Asked by Betsy Murdoch on Dec. 8, 2016

Movers recommendation

1 answer. Asked by Thomas Chaney on Dec. 8, 2016

Can anyone recommend a contractor who restores wood windows?

6 answers. Asked by Rachel Van Andel on Oct. 29, 2016

Lead-Glass Repairs?

3 answers. Asked by Trevor on Oct. 27, 2016

Can someone recommend a good structural engineer?

1 answer. Asked by Chris Campo on Oct. 25, 2016

Have a home built in 1928. Wanting to weatherize. Would you recommend spring bronze weatherstripping or some other product?

1 answer. Asked by Elizabeth Lavoie on Sep. 30, 2016

Looking for Long-term business cooperation with contractor

2 answers. Asked by ido on Sep. 16, 2016

is there on hand classes I would like to remodel my kitchen myselfsuch as cabinets backsplash countertops and flooring

2 answers. Asked by Cody Williams on Sep. 1, 2016

Is there a public dump where I can drop off materials to be throw away?

3 answers.

Is it very expensive to have a new floor pan installed if the floor tiles have been removed and can the shower pipes be recessed into the wall by the same contractor?

No answers yet. Can you help? Asked by Geraldine L. Sumpter on Aug. 15, 2016

Looking for bathroom rehab

4 answers. Asked by Aaron Dome on Aug. 3, 2016

I need to find out if my house can be saved from demolition. Can anyone reccommend inexpensive friendly advice on the structural state of my home to discover whether it is savable or not. Thanks

4 answers. Asked by Emma Seach on Jul. 27, 2016

Does anyone have experience or recommendations for security cages for outdoor air conditioner coils?

2 answers. Asked by Bob Murray on Jun. 27, 2016

We are looking for a hauling company to remove debris.. Do you have any recommendations for reliable companies

3 answers. Asked by Camille Orso on Jun. 25, 2016

How can I clean years of unsightly aging from brick?

1 answer. Asked by Arthur Merriweather on Jun. 23, 2016

Need specialized expertise on Victorian balloon-frame / masonry foundation structural issues

5 answers. Asked by Adam on Jun. 19, 2016

window over kitchen sink

1 answer. Asked by PatRRichards on May. 25, 2016

Andersen Window Skylights

2 answers. Asked by sean on May. 21, 2016

Stripping Wood Doors

1 answer. Asked by Kristin Barker on May. 20, 2016

need to find acompany that makes glass windows and refurbish antique windows

2 answers. Asked by Joy Owens on May. 17, 2016

Older storm window/metal screen, sliding -- help!

1 answer. Asked by Tracie M on May. 16, 2016

Where can I find plumbers?

3 answers. Asked by Persisting on May. 11, 2016

Where are DIY classes held...

1 answer. Asked by maxine mickens on May. 6, 2016

Looking for electrician to rewire entire home

3 answers. Asked by N Kulsum Rehmani on May. 6, 2016

Looking for a quality general contractor familiar with historic rehabs

4 answers. Asked by Martha Potere on May. 3, 2016

Are there any contractors familiar with concrete removal and grate placement?

2 answers. Asked by Grandmont Res on Apr. 21, 2016

We're going to remove the gross shower doors from our tub and do a shower curtain instead. All of the instructions I see say to unscrew the side railing, but ours doesn't have any screws! Should we be able to just remove the caulk and pop it off of the wall or is there something else we need to consider?

2 answers. Asked by Misha Lj Stallworth on Apr. 18, 2016

Does anyone have advice for stripping paint from limestone?

2 answers. Asked by Denise on Apr. 12, 2016

Does anyone know of a quality contractor to do a partial bathroom remodel? I have a shower tub combo I want to get rid of.

3 answers. Asked by Jordan on Apr. 8, 2016

Hello! Does anyone have someone they can recommend for drywalling? We need to add drywall to the ceiling in one of our rooms. Thank you!

2 answers. Asked by Kristin Barker on Apr. 8, 2016

Do you have structural engineers that can replace steel beams and put on a new roof?

1 answer. Asked by Parker on Apr. 6, 2016

Where can I find "wavy" or vintage window glass in Detroit?

3 answers. Asked by Mark Reynolds on Apr. 1, 2016

Need a referral for window repair

7 answers. Asked by Amanda Rosales on Mar. 31, 2016

Where to buy used kitchen cabinets and more?

4 answers. Asked by Gareth on Mar. 27, 2016

Any cute ideas for separating merged front yard?

3 answers. Asked by Misha Lj Stallworth on Mar. 24, 2016

What are your thoughts about epoxy injections, for the purpose of re-securing old concrete facade? This is a $2700 question!

1 answer. Asked by Alissa Shelton on Mar. 21, 2016

Know any good tuckpointers?

5 answers. Asked by Martin Olivier on Mar. 12, 2016

Having problems input/making map inactive

2 answers. Asked by Ken Walker on Feb. 25, 2016

Need help identifying the architectural styles of mid-1800 era housing stock

2 answers. Asked by Ken Walker on Feb. 24, 2016

Are there any plans to meet for restoration projects in the City of Detroit? I am a new Interior Design Graduate from Baker College Auburn Hills.

2 answers. Asked by Larita on Feb. 24, 2016

Basement masonry mortar repair. Can/should I do it myself?

3 answers. Asked by Keegan Mahoney on Jan. 29, 2016

Roll-up doors (commercial)

1 answer. Asked by Michelle Butler on Jan. 28, 2016

Roofing

2 answers. Asked by Michelle Butler on Jan. 28, 2016

I'd like to recycle as much as possible through this process! Are there any tips for where I can take different materials, how to best use bulk pickup days, or specialized dumpster services?

2 answers. Asked by Erin Kelly on Jan. 27, 2016

What is the best way to level a fence line?

3 answers. Asked by Scott on Jan. 25, 2016

Has anyone installed a home run or central manifold system with pex?

1 answer. Asked by sandra stahl on Jan. 25, 2016

Do you know of a local mason/brick layer who might help rebuild some brick corners?

2 answers. Asked by Alissa on Jan. 24, 2016

Where can I get quality, experienced help fixing radiators and steam pipes?

3 answers. Asked by Annie Rubel on Jan. 24, 2016

Has anyone had pex plumbing for a while? Have you experienced odors/chemicals in your water?

4 answers. Asked by sandra stahl on Jan. 22, 2016

do you know a good chimney sweep?

2 answers. Asked by victoria olivier on Nov. 30, 2015

Looking for leads on insurance providers

3 answers. Asked by Amy Bragg on Nov. 30, 2015