What repairs are co-op and condo owners responsible for, and what do buildings take care of?

… inevitably need fixing But it can be difficult to know what are you responsible for and what your building is on … on whether you own in a coop or a condo building When you buy a condo you own the property and get a deed  A coop … wall Thats about as far as the shareholders responsibility goes  Anything you can touch with your finger or finger nail …

By Brick Underground |August 26, 2025 - 9:30AM
How to tell if your apartment has mold—and how to get rid of it

… with lead paint laws New York Local Law 1 and Local Law 28 are here to protect you and the experienced team at  MKM … both mold testing and remediation as theres an inherent conflict of interest Expect the fee to range from $8000 … $15000 for a full mold remediation Its not cheap but your renters or homeowners insurance may cover the cost with …

By Evelyn Battaglia |August 18, 2025 - 12:30PM
Here's what I learned to get our absentee landlord to fix things fast

… and … You dont need to be dramatic or rude but dont waste time on conversational niceties in a crisis If youre …

By Jennifer White Karp |August 15, 2025 - 9:30AM
6 steps to deal with flood or water damage in your NYC apartment

Water damage in your basement or  ceiling is one of the most … destructive  Backed up pipes a blocked roof drain neighbors leaking deck or  faulty sump pump whatever the reason for … said Mold is a violation of the warranty of habitability in NYC rentals and coop buildings and while complaints to the …

By Brick Underground |August 7, 2024 - 12:30PM
Infamous NYC landlord sent to Rikers for skipping repairs at Manhattan buildings

… Ohebshalom turned himself in to the citys sheriff on March 21st where he was transported to Rikers Island to begin his … Ohebshalom that same year over an alleged illegal shortterm rental scheme in three Midtown and Hells kitchen buildings  … year … You Might Also Like … viewbublogpanes=ymalinline … Rent … Roommates + Landlords … landlords … leaks … Infamous …

By Celia Young |March 27, 2024 - 9:30AM