All Forum Posts by: Joshua Tobin

Will do thanks @Brian Barnes

@Fred Weinkauff Yeah thanks, I'm aware of that clause. That doesn't worry me, what concerns me is that they want it to be owner occupied for 5 years. I'm not looking to flip or house hack, but just buy and hold. They note in the terms that these are "general guidelines". Just hoping to speak to anyone who's actually done something like this.

Has anyone on BP purchased a Schenectady City owned property? If so can you reach out to me? 

@Daniel Smith Sent you a PM. 

I've used the LVT from lumber liquidators and it seems to hold us thus far although its only been a few months. For the price and ease of installation we're loving it so far. 

I'd suggest benjamin moore aura for exterior. Its expensive but seems to hold up. Other wise use vinyl everywhere. Less maintenance :) 

@Vitaliy Volpov Please forward me the info as well :) Thanks!

There are a lot of different factors on how the supply lines are run but home depot sells an electric pipe wrap with a thermostat on it. I use these in my house where the supply lines are sitting on the old 100+ year foundation. Works well to get us through Jan/Feb subzero temps. 

@Matthew Paul suggestion is probably best. I assumed you were assured the boiler wasn't of adequate size. Def call a service tech to check it out first. 

I'd personally recommend getting some quotes on getting the boiler swapped out. Do your homework and head to some of the local suppliers and get pricing on the boilers. There are a bunch of good suppliers in schenectady. Then start searching for a plumber to get a labor quote. The one issue you might run into is that its the busiest time of the year.

Also you mention the unit isn't efficient? Old windows? Leaky drafts from doors? Worst case you could plastic the windows to get you through season and then start making a plan for replacing windows/boilers/etc in the spring. Best of luck and keep warm!