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October 26, 2007
Contractor: electric+plumbing job
We have a washer and dryer to install. There's water in the correct wall but we will need to tap into the stack, install new pipes to the units, install a new valve with shutoff, and figure out how to protect the underlying hardwood floor (and unit below us) while still being able to mount the units on laundry pedestals. We also need to run a new high voltage/amperage line from the basement and plan to install a brand new circuit breaker box for it.
Our radiator lives next to the project and will need to be moved (a short section of pipe with a 90 degree bend will be required).
Any recommendations? We don't have any of the needed permits and want to make sure whomever we work with can take care of these as well. We just finished a nightmare reno of a bathroom which turned out wonderfully but we won't use the same guys to do our second project and want the peace of mind of having the new job inspected.
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Two suggestions:
We live in a coop and were concerned about potential water leakage. Our plumber installed a FloodStop system (www.floodstop.com), which is a little sensor installed under the washer that is connected to the water shut-offs. If water touches the sensor, it immediately shuts off the water supply. It is hardwired, however, so you'll have to get your electrician involved there too, but since you already have to deal with a new dedicated outlet, you should add that on.
Also, we decided to go with a Bosch ventless condensation dryer. Have to say we were initially worried about whether it would dry as well as a normal one, but we are happy to say it works great! And uses less energy! Slightly more expensive than a normal dryer, but paid for itself since we didn't have to pay for any venting work.
Posted by: jenn at October 27, 2007 11:06 AM
I recommend Aladdin Plumbing and Heating located in Clinton hill. They've done work for me before (W/D install actually). I've known these guys a long time. They're consummate professionals and, while not cheap, they're honest and will do the job right.
Posted by: guest at October 28, 2007 12:08 AM
Christopher John Electrical- resonable prices, men are courteous and wear shoe booties to protect the floors before they come into your home (I love those shoe booties) and they vaccuumed before they left. Very professional and resonable. I have never had a better experience with any contractor.
718 389 9898
Posted by: guest at October 29, 2007 6:10 PM
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