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Products + Services Advice for weatherproofing your NYC apartment or brownstone against leaks and flooding
By Evelyn Battaglia   |   September 20, 2021 - 9:30AM
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Renovation What repairs are co-op and condo owners responsible for, and what do buildings take care of?
By Emily Myers   |   September 16, 2021 - 12:30PM
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Renovation New program helps NYC homeowners avoid fines for building code violations
By Emily Myers   |   September 2, 2021 - 3:30PM
Renovation How to deal with flood or water damage in your NYC apartment
By Emily Myers   |   September 1, 2021 - 12:30PM
Renovation From 1 room to 2: The insider's guide to temporary pressurized walls
By Evelyn Battaglia   |   August 26, 2021 - 10:30AM
Renovation IKEA vs. Home Depot: Which should you choose for a NYC kitchen renovation?
By Evelyn Battaglia   |   August 25, 2021 - 12:30PM
Renovation How to tell if your apartment has mold—and how to get rid of it
By Mimi O'Connor   |   August 5, 2021 - 1:30PM
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What repairs are co-op and condo owners responsible for, and what do buildings take care of?
By Emily Myers   |   September 16, 2021 - 12:30PM
Here are some of the most contentious maintenance issues for NYC co-op and condo owners and guidance on who typically is responsible for them. [ Read More... ]
 
Products + Services Here's what you need to know about installing central AC in your NYC brownstone
By Evelyn Battaglia   |   August 2, 2021 - 2:30PM
Renovation How to pick the right lighting for your NYC apartment if you're selling or renovating
By Evelyn Battaglia   |   July 29, 2021 - 9:30AM
Design + Architecture Apartment entryway a mess? Here's how to add organization and style
By Evelyn Battaglia   |   June 30, 2021 - 9:30AM
Design + Architecture Want a child-friendly renovation? Here's how to do that without making it all about the kids
By Evelyn Battaglia   |   June 14, 2021 - 9:30AM
Renovation What is an expeditor and how much do they cost?
By Emily Myers   |   June 3, 2021 - 9:30AM
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How to deal with flood or water damage in your NYC apartment
By Emily Myers   |   September 1, 2021 - 12:30PM
You need to find the source, remove the water, assess for mold, do additional remediation if necessary and then replace what's damaged. There’s also the paperwork to deal with—addressing the problem with your insurance company and when relevant, your board.  [ Read More... ]
 
Design + Architecture How do I get the landlord to turn our roof into a comfortable space to hang out?
By Alanna Schubach   |   June 1, 2021 - 1:30PM
Products + Services Can't find wood flooring for your NYC renovation? Here are some alternatives
By Evelyn Battaglia   |   May 17, 2021 - 9:30AM
Design + Architecture How to make your NYC renovation more pet-friendly
By Evelyn Battaglia   |   April 29, 2021 - 2:00PM
Design + Architecture 10 things I learned renovating the terrace of my Bed-Stuy brownstone
By Dan DiClerico   |   April 28, 2021 - 12:30PM
Renovation The 7 best ways to find a short-term rental while you renovate your NYC apartment
By Evelyn Battaglia   |   April 27, 2021 - 2:30PM
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From 1 room to 2: The insider's guide to temporary pressurized walls
By Evelyn Battaglia   |   August 26, 2021 - 10:30AM
Using temporary pressurized walls are a time-tested strategy to create new rooms in NYC apartments. Here's what you need to know to add a temporary pressurized wall safely, and a round-up of the NYC companies that sell and install them. [ Read More... ]
 
Renovation City Council proposes big changes to building codes, new bills for construction safety
By Brick Underground   |   April 23, 2021 - 2:45PM
Design + Architecture Want to use reclaimed materials and appliances for a renovation? Here's what you should know
By Evelyn Battaglia   |   April 19, 2021 - 9:30AM
Renovation A guide to using a no-fee renovation loan from a NYC real estate firm
By Emily Myers   |   April 8, 2021 - 2:00PM
Design + Architecture How to build a shed or studio in your NYC backyard—custom, prefab, or DIY
By Evelyn Battaglia   |   April 1, 2021 - 9:30AM