Their renovation project won't start for a few months but they want to secure the contractor with a down payment.
From the Forum: Locking in a Contractor With a Retainer Before the Project Starts
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From the Forum: When to Pay the Plumber After a Boiler Installation
The new gas boiler has been installed and the plumber has been pushing for payment before the final inspection.
From the Forum: Fencing in the Garden in a Historic District
Homeowners want to plant a front garden this spring and protect it by installing a fence, but aren't sure about the process within a historic district.
From the Forum: Should Homeowners Remove Layers or Just Add Another to Their Failing Roof?
They've gotten quotes for the repair of their leaking roof but homeowners aren't sure if they should follow along with recommendations to just add a new layer.
From the Forum: Getting a Suspiciously Sagging Floor Checked Out in a Gut Reno
The owner of a relatively recent gut renovated brownstone has noticed the top floor seems to be sinking towards the center of the building.
From the Forum: Finding Period-Appropriate Entry Doors
The original 19th century double doors were replaced long ago and homeowners are trying to decide whether they should get custom doors fabricated or if something off-the-shelf will work.
From the Forum: Dealing With the Sewer Trap in the Basement
A homeowner is concerned about sewer gasses escaping from the access pit in their basement.
From the Forum: Shareholder Responsibility When a Co-op Doesn’t Make Repairs
The stairs in a small brownstone co-op are in need of work but some shareholders seem reluctant to tackle the project.
From the Forum: Screening Tenants for a Rental in a Three-Family Home
A homeowner has only ever rented an apartment in their home to friends and family but is now planning on branching out.
From the Forum: Installing New Siding on a Wood Frame House
Homeowners are contemplating re-siding their house but are looking for suggestions before going any further.
