low water pressure in 10 unit coop


hello, we have very low water pressure in our apt in brooklyn. We live on the 3rd floor in a 10 unit coop. I have identified where the water comes into the building and the pipe is large (maybe 2 1/2″ diameter). There is not a water pressure regulator. It seems like the water pressure is limited from the street before it enters the building.
what should i do to increase the pressure?

Categories: Plumbing
By batfish | 09/30/2008 11:41 AM | Comment

looking for stainless steel chimney liner in NYC


does anyone know where i can purchase a chimney liner 6″ or 8″ x 45′? i want to pick it up in nyc i do not want order it online.

Categories: Chimney
By batfish | 09/30/2008 11:33 AM | Comment

A question about MOLD


Hey all, I’m looking at purchasing a building and moving into one of the apts. After I saw the building and before my offer was accepted the seller demolished the unit I was hoping to occupy. (this was fine, we were planning on doing the same). However the problem is when the demo crew did their work in the fall, they did not cap the radiator. As a result steam has been pouring into the space. Whats worse is that condensation has been collecting on the un-insulated bathroom vent (pictured here) that runs to the outside. (cold air inside + hot moist air outside = condensation which leads to mold.)
After informing the seller of this problem he immediately capped the radiator, thus removing the root of the problem the space is dry otherwise. I will require him to get a professional crew to clean up the mold.
My question is; if the moisture source is removed, the spores are cleaned up and all vents are insulated, will this mold be a recurring problem in the future?

Categories: Demolition
By batfish | 12/14/2007 12:24 PM | Comment

insurance what should it cost?


Hey folks, if I were to insure an 7 res unit (and 1 store)4 story building. what should I expect to pay annually? The building is in cobble hill and was built in 1900 est. Good condition.

Thanks in advance.

Categories: Insurance
By batfish | 11/18/2007 6:53 PM | Comment

Parking near Sackett St and Henry St


Anyone know of any off street parking facilities, personal garages, empty lot, etc that is for rent near Sackett St and Henry St? How much should i expect to pay?

Categories: Research
By batfish | 10/03/2007 1:37 PM | Comment