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Directive 14 certifications -- what happens if plans don't equal work

Hi — to the architects out there … a previous project received a Directive 14 inspection/signoff and letter of completion, but what happens if the…

Con ed “merchant” charges

Between getting a tenant, we took over the con ed account. We had two months before the tenants moved in and took over the account.…

Adding Historic Elements

I am renovating a recently purchased townhouse in bedstuy and wanted to add some elements that aren’t present. The parlor floor has a wooden fireplace…

Looking for Brownstone Double Doors

I am looking for a set of Double Doors. 24″ + 24″. Preferably tall, 90’+. Otherwise, shorter + transom is OK. Just show me what…

Cleaning service

Anyone know of someone or a company that is in the house cleaning business? Preferably someone who brings their own supplies.

Landlord tenant court

I’ve got a tenant without a lease that I’ve been trying to get out for about 90 days. I was thinking of sending this text…

Exterminator recommendations please

We’re doing a gut reno and planning to bring in an exterminator as soon as demo is done. We don’t have any special requirements that…

Source for good value bath, sink, toilet, faucets

We have two bathrooms to renovate. While this isn’t our first renovation, it is our first in NYC. So far we have been able to…

Source for good value bath, sink, toilet, faucets

We have two bathrooms to renovate. While this isn’t our first renovation, it is our first in NYC. So far we have been able to…

creeper removal.repointing/rebuilding—advice please

We are looking to buy a circa 1880s 3-storey townhouse that has a Virginia creeper growing up its side wall from the neighbor’s garden which…

Problems with IKEA Kitchen Order Delivery?

If you have an IKEA kitchen, I’m wondering if you had problems with the delivery? I got an email on July 31st telling me that…

Anyone feedback on Dream Closets & Carpentry LLC ?

Anyone feedback on Dream Closets & Carpentry LLC ?

Missed garbage collection again

We moved into our house about three months ago and our garbage has been ignored on at least five occasions since then – we’re mid-block,…

ISO Contractor

I want to replace a window with a door in the back of my home. From the door, I need a steel landing and railing.…

ISO Contractor

I want to replace a window with a door in the back of my home. From the door, I need a steel landing and railing.…

Lumber yards?

I’m building a fence with 1×4 cedar, and since I procrastinated, I’m having trouble finding it – Dykes in both BK and LIC are out…

Buried Backyard Drain?

With last week’s heavy rain, I’ve noticed quite a few posts about wet basements and drainage. My basement took on some water, too, and I’ve…

Water Damaged Floors, Antique Furniture, & Art

While we were on vacation… a pipe burst in our home… damaging our home and furnishings. Our insurance company insisted on reconstruction and mold remediation,…

Buried Backyard Drain?

With last week’s heavy rain, I’ve noticed quite a few posts about wet basements and drainage. My basement took on some water, too, and I’ve…