by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Aug 20, 2022 | Construction Practices
You need to install GFCI or GFI outlets in your bathroom because bathrooms are wet areas and GFCI outlets will automatically shut off if water comes in contact with the electrical current. Building and Electrical Codes typically require at least one GFCI per bathroom... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Nov 25, 2020 | Construction Practices, General Architecture, Property Development
Hard costs are costs directly related to construction including material and labor costs. Soft costs are additional costs not directly related to the construction budget such as architectural fees or permit fees. Hard Cost and Soft Cost are terms used to differentiate... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 12, 2023 | Apartment Renovations, Construction Practices, Renovations
When renovating an apartment there are many rules and regulations to comply with. Everyone knows that there are building codes, plumbing and electrical codes to follow. There are also rules dictated by individual building management companies, Condo, and Co-Op Boards... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jul 10, 2020 | Construction Practices, Houses
Modern homes are being built to higher standards and homeowners are now looking to alternative materials when building their houses. Fire and natural disasters have been heavily weighing on the minds of people looking to build new homes. I think this, sustainability,... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jun 4, 2020 | Construction Practices, General Architecture, Renovations
Fire damage repair should be done with foresight to prevent the recurrence of future fires. When a building is damaged by fire you need to rebuild, but you need to rebuild better then the original. Fire Damage Repair & Restoration Here are some tips of... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 12, 2023 | Construction Practices, NYC DOB, Renovations
Renovations and alterations in buildings built prior to April 1st, 1987, in New York City require asbestos testing before you can get approval from the NYC DOB for a work application. In NYC asbestos testing companies file their results with the Department of... 
