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Unfinished Manhattan apartment renovation with open walls, exposed framing, and tools left in place after a contractor abandoned the job
Hiring a Contractor5 min read

My Contractor Abandoned the Job. What NYC Homeowners Can Do Next

If your contractor has stopped answering, there are four things to do this week before you hire anyone else. Here is the order, and what a takeover job actually involves.

Updated Jul 30, 2026

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Completed kitchen remodel in an East Village walk-up with white shaker cabinets and quartz counters
Costs & Pricing8 min read

How Much Does a Kitchen Renovation Cost in NYC?

A full kitchen renovation in Manhattan runs $30,000 to $80,000. The biggest cost drivers are building type, whether you move plumbing, and finish level, not square footage.

Updated Jul 27, 2026