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  • Renovation
    Gut Renovation of 1400 Apartment
    Updated almost 10 years ago
    My offer for a 1400 apartment was accepted. I had a contractor that my broker recommended do a walkthrough. He gave me an estimate which includes demolition,...
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    Getting Advice for Renovation
    Updated almost 10 years ago
    Hi All - I recently purchased a 3 bdrm co-op and am looking to do some remodeling work. Here is what I am considering thus far: 1. Creating a two new entrances...
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  • Renovation
    Lower Level of Work Completed
    Updated almost 10 years ago
    I wonder if someone could help me understand what happens if plans are filed with the DOB, and approved, for a full bath renovation and a full kitchen renovation, but...
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    Replacing kitchen countertops and sink
    Updated almost 10 years ago
    If a building requires replacing all plumbing back to the risers in a kitchen gut renovation, can you instead replace just the sink and countertops, avoiding having to...
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  • Renovation
    Painting kitchen cabinets
    Updated almost 10 years ago
    After 14 years, I'd love a new look and am thinking of painting my cherry kitchen cabinets which are still in good condition and still stylish. I know they would need...
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  • Renovation
    Gas meter violation
    Updated almost 10 years ago
    We live in a pre-war coop building and the building has been cited a DOB violation for having gas meters in the public staircase. The required remedy is to obtain...
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    Building Facade Repair
    Updated almost 10 years ago
    Does any one know any contractors who are reasonably priced? We have some quotes but they seem to be very expensive for what it is. Thanks.
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