Who is responsible for fixing a clogged drain, you or your landlord?

… … Many residential buildings in New York Cityand their plumbing … and the fix falls squarely on you But one advantage of renting is that your landlord is typically required to … clogged drain is usually the landlords responsibility that doesnt mean a tenant cant do a better job of reducing or …

By Evelyn Battaglia |November 18, 2025 - 9:30AM
Can I install a washer/dryer combo in my NYC co-op?

… new plumbing and electricity to the space such as a closet  Buy the best quality for your budgetthe average lifespan for … added to catch buildup Hire a professional to advise you on whats warranted And consider buying a machine thats equipped to shut down in the event of …

By Evelyn Battaglia |November 5, 2025 - 9:30AM
The 7 best ways to get your NYC landlord to make repairs and get them done faster

… or a broken appliance its inevitableespecially if you rent for a long time in New York Citythat you will find … company runs the building whether or not you live in a rentstabilized apartment  and how eager your landlord is to … up in housing court withholding rent is sometimes the bestand perhaps fastestway to really get a landlords …

By Brick Underground |May 23, 2025 - 9:30AM
How does a condo board sue the sponsor for construction defects in NYC?

… firm with over 25 years experience servicing coop condo and rental buildings of all sizes backs up that idea … retain an independent engineering firm to evaluate the construction of the building and compare it to the drawings specifications and other representations in the condo documents  Julie F Schechter a partner in the finance …

By Evelyn Battaglia |November 20, 2023 - 10:30AM