NYC Renovation Questions: What should I ask when checking my contractor's references?

… for my renovations What questions should I ask his references … A First off ask each candidate for a minimum of three references Any legitimate contractor with experience should … his or her belt from which to choose Be sure to ask for references with completed projects similar to yours Here are …

By Tracy Kaler |April 24, 2013 - 8:57AM
NYC Renovation Questions: Countertop problems in my kitchen -- should I fix, replace or request a discount?

… determine where the blame lies Its possible your countertop template the exact measurements and a pattern made after … done correctly or its possible the stone wasnt cut to the templates specification The installation may not have been … troubles could be a combination of a lessthanprecise template and a rushed or inexperienced installer Regardless …

By Tracy Kaler |March 27, 2013 - 8:50AM
Killer couches, kamikaze ceiling fans and 3 other freaky accidents involving NYC apartments

… few of the more insane freak accidents apartmentdwellers in New York have experienced … 1 Crushed by a Murphy bed Yes … repaired with super glue torpedoed off and destroyed the contents of an apartment But flooding is probably the most … life … A Brooklyn resident named Kristen told us a story about friends who shall remain nameless who lost their pet …

By Julie Inzanti |March 12, 2013 - 1:35PM
NYC Renovation Questions: What's involved in replacing a toilet?

… Toto Neorest What do you think about that … A Believe it or not replacing a standard toilet is not too difficult or … and Westchester The swapout process involves removing the existing toilet inspecting the plumbing and waste line to be … but barring any leaklike complications your new toilet should be up and flushing in no time All in all says …

By Tracy Kaler |February 27, 2013 - 9:08AM