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  • Renovation
    Ductless mini split in apartment building
    Updated over 4 years ago
    We're in a 6-story building with 80+ units. I've been told that this might be possible, but looking for others that might have seen or done this. Dedicating one of...
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  • Renovation
    Air draft / sound--air conditioner?
    Updated over 4 years ago
    I can hear the howling winds outside all the time. Is it from not removing from air conditioner in winter? Any way to get around this? Thank you!
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  • Renovation
    Architect's Fees for Stairs to Create Duplex
    Updated over 4 years ago
    We're contemplating buying our downstairs neighbor's apartment and creating a duplex. In order to determine whether we can afford to do so, and the price point we can...
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  • Renovation
    hanging light fixtures
    Updated over 4 years ago
    Sorry about the extra basic question this time! Does one need to be a licensed electrician in NYC to hang fixtures in an apartment? On one hand, there is...
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  • Renovation
    shower door co. to fix silicone strip?
    Updated over 4 years ago
    Hi, the contractor I hired 5 years ago to renovate my bathroom has retired and I don't know the shower company he used. The thin clear silicone strip that attaches...
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  • Renovation
    PTAC - need recommendation
    Updated over 4 years ago
    I'm installing a PTAC unit and my choices are Simon Aire or Island Aire - can anyone recommend one over the other? According to the super, my building can only...
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  • Renovation
    Floor styles
    Updated over 4 years ago
    Any tips on picking out a floor style? Went to a supplier and noticed that 99% of the inventory was wire brushed floors. Is this the current trend, or is this left...
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