March Can Be the Most Expensive Month for Manhattan Homeowners
January and February rank at the top, but VERY close behind is March, when winter damage reveals itself. What happens is that small, seemingly inconsequential issues develop throughout winter, only to surface during the freeze–thaw cycle of early spring. By the time most owners realize there’s a problem, water has already traveled where it shouldn’t, materials have already weakened, and repairs have already crossed into five- or six-figure territory.
Nearly all of this damage comes from four building systems. The reason Top Hat Home Services preaches proactive maintenance is that if these systems are regularly inspected, you can potentially avoid major repairs.
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Safeguard Your Home This Summer
One of the first questions homeowners ask when they’re ready to sell is, “How much is my home worth?” Then they either speak to a realtor or go on Zillow or Redfin to get a ballpark list price. There are a number of important factors that go into how much you can get for your home, including the age of the home, location and the current real estate market. But one of the biggest factors is the condition of your home. In Manhattan, we have a lot of historic and older homes. That means regular upkeep.
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Spring Awakening: Your Guide to Keeping Your Manhattan Home In Mint Condition
One of the first questions homeowners ask when they’re ready to sell is, “How much is my home worth?” Then they either speak to a realtor or go on Zillow or Redfin to get a ballpark list price. There are a number of important factors that go into how much you can get for your home, including the age of the home, location and the current real estate market. But one of the biggest factors is the condition of your home. In Manhattan, we have a lot of historic and older homes. That means regular upkeep.
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Maximize Your Home’s Value: Why Maintenance Matters Most
One of the first questions homeowners ask when they’re ready to sell is, “How much is my home worth?” Then they either speak to a realtor or go on Zillow or Redfin to get a ballpark list price. There are a number of important factors that go into how much you can get for your home, including the age of the home, location and the current real estate market. But one of the biggest factors is the condition of your home. In Manhattan, we have a lot of historic and older homes. That means regular upkeep.
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4 Things to Look for When Hiring a Contractor in Manhattan
Top Hat Home Services is fortunate to work in some of the most prestigious homes in the city. Whether we’re performing monthly maintenance in a luxury Upper East Side condo or managing a historic brownstone renovation in Greenwich Village, one thing remains constant: the need for top-tier contractors.
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Busting the Biggest Manhattan Property Care Myths
As New Yorkers, we’ve walked the streets of our favorite neighborhoods a thousand times. But did you ever wonder about the origins of our neighborhood’s names? We did. Here’s some fascinating NYC history to share at the next dinner party or in the elevator.
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Spring Home Maintenance Tips for Manhattan Homeowners
As New Yorkers, we’ve walked the streets of our favorite neighborhoods a thousand times. But did you ever wonder about the origins of our neighborhood’s names? We did. Here’s some fascinating NYC history to share at the next dinner party or in the elevator.
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The Best Things to Do in Manhattan When It’s Cold Outside
As New Yorkers, we’ve walked the streets of our favorite neighborhoods a thousand times. But did you ever wonder about the origins of our neighborhood’s names? We did. Here’s some fascinating NYC history to share at the next dinner party or in the elevator.
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Tips to Keep Your Home Cozy This Winter
As New Yorkers, we’ve walked the streets of our favorite neighborhoods a thousand times. But did you ever wonder about the origins of our neighborhood’s names? We did. Here’s some fascinating NYC history to share at the next dinner party or in the elevator.
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Manhattan Homeowners Safety Tips for the Ho-Ho-Holidays
As New Yorkers, we’ve walked the streets of our favorite neighborhoods a thousand times. But did you ever wonder about the origins of our neighborhood’s names? We did. Here’s some fascinating NYC history to share at the next dinner party or in the elevator.
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The Fascinating History of Manhattan’s Street Names
As New Yorkers, we’ve walked the streets of our favorite neighborhoods a thousand times. But did you ever wonder about the origins of our neighborhood’s names? We did. Here’s some fascinating NYC history to share at the next dinner party or in the elevator.
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Inside the Front Door of New York City’s Oldest Homes
As New Yorkers, we’ve walked the streets of our favorite neighborhoods a thousand times. But did you ever wonder about the origins of our neighborhood’s names? We did. Here’s some fascinating NYC history to share at the next dinner party or in the elevator.
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The Hidden Parts of Manhattan
As New Yorkers, we’ve walked the streets of our favorite neighborhoods a thousand times. But did you ever wonder about the origins of our neighborhood’s names? We did. Here’s some fascinating NYC history to share at the next dinner party or in the elevator.
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How Manhattan Neighborhoods Got Their Names
As New Yorkers, we’ve walked the streets of our favorite neighborhoods a thousand times. But did you ever wonder about the origins of our neighborhood’s names? We did. Here’s some fascinating NYC history to share at the next dinner party or in the elevator.
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How to Keep Your Manhattan Home Safe Inside and Out
Trends come and go, but one is here to stay and only getting stronger: the smart home. Smart home technology lets you control everything – including entertainment, lighting, security, and temperature -- from anywhere, at any time…
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The Smart Home is Now Pure Genius
Trends come and go, but one is here to stay and only getting stronger: the smart home. Smart home technology lets you control everything – including entertainment, lighting, security, and temperature -- from anywhere, at any time…
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Our Top Five Tips to Get Your Home Ready for Fall
Fall is one of the most important times to perform routine repairs and get your home ready for the rest of the year. By ignoring routine maintenance as we transition to cooler temps and falling leaves, you could be leaving your home vulnerable to expensive (and time-wasting) repairs…
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The powerful (and perhaps permanent) impact of the pandemic on Manhattan home services
NYC 2022 looks a lot different than it has in recent memory. Some things are starting to go back to normal and other effects of the pandemic are here to stay. Our clients have asked us what we are seeing, and this blog sums up our observations…
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How to Create The Ideal Outdoor Manhattan Paradise
There are a lot of moving parts to create an ideal outdoor area that will add living space and value to your home. Here are some tips and bits of insight to keep in mind as you get started…
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How to Make Your Manhattan Home Greener
Earth Day falls on April 22nd this year. At Top Hat, every day is Earth Day, as we help Manhattan homeowners make their homes more efficient. This work is incredibly important. Single- and multi-family dwellings in New York City contribute up to two-thirds of the city’s carbon emissions. Here are the top areas where you can create a more passive home and save some money…
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