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  • Renovation
    How do you find out if permits are closed out?
    Updated over 9 years ago
    I understand that electrical has to be inspected by the city, but what about the LAA? Our plumber almost delayed our the start of our renovation because he was late...
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  • Renovation
    Waiting time before last contractor payment?
    Updated almost 10 years ago
    Hello all, I was wondering what is the typical "settling in" time that one usually does after a major, apartment-wide renovation (new everything). My contractor and...
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  • Renovation
    Sale at 51 Fifth Avenue #2A
    Updated almost 10 years ago
    When researching renovation costs, I came upon this article: <a rel="nofollow"...
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  • Renovation
    demolition costs
    Updated almost 10 years ago
    What would be the cost for demolition/ debris removal only? Standard 7x5 kitchen (cabinets, appliances), 8x5 bath (tub removal, tile, sink, toilet) and 500 square feet...
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  • Renovation
    Renovation general info
    Updated almost 10 years ago
    What are some of the best renovation resources and forums you have found? I'd love to have a larger list of places I search online for accurate info about pricing,...
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  • Renovation
    Tipping workers?
    Updated almost 10 years ago
    My first renovation and I'm wondering how much is customary to tip the workers. I'm guessing the contractor is just flat rate, but I've been watching his workers...
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  • Renovation
    Painting Recommendation
    Updated almost 10 years ago
    Hi, Renting a studio apartment in Manhattan. Super painted the place last week and did a pretty lousy job. Since it's rent stabilized I don't think there's any...
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