6 things you really need to know about your NYC radiators

… with the random hissing and clanking sounds of your oldfashioned cast iron radiator Not only are these radiators noisy … your radiator to see how many pipes are coming out of the floor The type you have will dictate what valve to install … an app Unfortunately even if your radiators are off many apartments on higher floors get very hot on particularly …

By Brick Underground |October 27, 2025 - 2:00PM
A fire safety checklist for your NYC apartment building

… to fill out a request form Regarding  fire extinguishers  NYC fire code doesnt require them except for where … what you should do in the event of a fire like call 911 and evacuate Your building might also include specific … its important to keep it clear Fire escapes are covered by Local Law 11 which requires your landlord to have them …

By Brick Underground |October 8, 2025 - 9:30AM
The 7 best ways to get your NYC landlord to make repairs and get them done faster

… be done immediately Typically a landlords responsiveness depends on how efficiently your super or management company … in writing is a good starting point If you live in a large rental building tipping the super can help as can teaming up … trigger a violation Editors note A previous version of this article was published in July 2024   We are …

By Brick Underground |May 23, 2025 - 9:30AM