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Roommates + Landlords
Our landlord says we have to keep our garbage in our apartment until pick up day. Is this a violation of any kind?
By Austin Havens-Bowen |July 26, 2022 - 1:30PM
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Troubleshooting
Construction on my block sends roaches into my apartment. What can I do?

… … Pestssuch as roachesare common in New York City apartments but when there are major construction sites on your block especially more than one the problem will likely be exacerbated Thats because …

By Austin Havens-Bowen |May 31, 2022 - 9:30AM
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Roommates + Landlords
What is my landlord responsible for when there is a construction project next door?
By Alanna Schubach |May 23, 2022 - 1:30PM
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Troubleshooting
A neighbor gives me the creeps. Can I install a security camera in the hallway for safety?
By Alanna Schubach |May 9, 2022 - 1:30PM
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Troubleshooting
The Brick Underground Podcast: Protecting against fire and floods in your NYC apartment
By Brick Underground |February 16, 2022 - 9:30AM
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Neighborhood Intel
Live near a NYC construction site? Here's how to troubleshoot excessive noise, after-hours work, and more
By Austin Havens-Bowen |February 1, 2022 - 12:30PM
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Neighborhood Intel
Complaints about a lack of heat are up 26 percent so far this winter
By Austin Havens-Bowen |January 25, 2022 - 9:30AM
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Roommates + Landlords
My landlord is renovating an apartment and it's causing a pest problem. What can I do?
By Austin Havens-Bowen |January 4, 2022 - 1:45PM