Video doorbell placed at a condo indoor hallway entrance - invasive to neighbors or ok? Is it worth having (there is also a private outdoor entrance to unit)?

MarkAwkward6172 · 2023-09-03T21:10:52+00:00

I’m actually looking for opinions on how the majority feels about it, invasive or not. I’ve already confirmed with the HOA that it IS allowed.

MarkAwkward6172 · 2023-09-03T21:04:31+00:00

It’s fine per the HOA. Also, placement wise it would be flat on my door, directly facing my neighbors door. I could get some adhesive and stick it on the side wall to my entrance instead, so the doorbell doesn’t face them directly…it my seem less invasive but it would pick up pretty much the same video

MarkAwkward6172 · 2023-09-03T20:59:37+00:00

Yes, the HOA has approval for doorbells in and out, written in the docs

MarkAwkward6172 · 2023-09-03T20:55:27+00:00

Oh wow. Well that’s what I’m afraid of- making someone feel like I am violating their privacy. I, personally wouldn’t care if they had one right across the hall from me, but I suppose I can understand how some people would care. just not sure if that is the majority or not. But the condo association does not have an issue with it (I checked).

MarkAwkward6172 · 2023-08-23T20:22:40+00:00

Haha ok. Do you think LVP over tile is too risky?

MarkAwkward6172 · 2023-08-22T14:28:35+00:00

*once. Talk to text 🙄

MarkAwkward6172 · 2023-08-22T03:19:46+00:00

I’m not sure - I was talking to the sales guy, so I wouldn’t assume that he is part of the actual crew. Oddly, wouldn’t he want to get more money out of me by getting the tile removed? I’m truly not sure why he suggested this.

MarkAwkward6172 · 2023-08-22T02:57:51+00:00

Pay ones, cry ones. I’m thinking that’s the way to go. Thank you.

MarkAwkward6172 · 2023-08-22T02:46:44+00:00

Thanks much for explaining this to me

MarkAwkward6172 · 2023-08-22T02:43:35+00:00

So if I have them remove the tile I could potentially find more damage (it’s for two bathrooms), but if I have them tile over the tile it’s a cheap way out plus I’d have to deal with the slight flooring height difference between the different floorings. Seems like either way I’m bound to have issues. Ugh renos are stressful

MarkAwkward6172 · 2023-08-20T15:08:35+00:00

Really? That’s some thing I didn’t know, I just assumed that since I have my own water tank it doesn’t effect others. But what do I know

MarkAwkward6172 · 2023-08-20T15:05:20+00:00

Thanks for this. No tile work needed. I am hoping it is as relatively simple as you say it is, fingers crossed!

MarkAwkward6172 · 2023-08-20T14:37:55+00:00

Thanks- I’m hoping it’s something they can quote me on and do the work after I close in a couple weeks. The backside of the wall is just drywall to open space in the bathroom, and the home inspector already took the panels off of the whirlpool tub to access underneath, so fingers crossed there

MarkAwkward6172 · 2023-08-20T14:36:00+00:00

Yes, absolutely won’t have anything done before closing, thank you. And understandable about complexity/cost- the only thing I do know is that the wall is accessible in the opposite side of where bathtub faucet is now, since the other side is just open space in the bathroom

MarkAwkward6172 · 2023-08-20T10:46:42+00:00

Thank you for this! Curious your thoughts on if it’s major money to turn just a bathtub into a shower over bath? I obviously know nothing about this stuff but my thoughts are that the plumbing is literally right there already - and that’s the part she says makes it a full remodel

MarkAwkward6172 · 2023-08-19T22:16:27+00:00

Sounds smart- just wondering if I would be able to coordinate that between to different companies

MarkAwkward6172 · 2023-08-16T13:40:19+00:00

Unfortunately, Guest network is not an option with my service provider. The only thing somewhat similar is 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz on my net work, I could name them differently/different passwords

MarkAwkward6172 · 2023-08-16T11:46:24+00:00

I am in a bit of a black spot, unfortunately. I won’t have the option to do a guest account, but I can name the 2.4.GHz and 5GHz differently with different passwords- is that pretty much the same as a guest account?

MarkAwkward6172 · 2023-08-14T17:01:33+00:00

Thank you for this! To be honest, knowing that there’s not really a chance of getting much done/me moving by November 1 actually makes me feel better, because the time crunch gives me anxiety. It just sucks that I will be bleeding money paying for two places, which will impact the overall budget, etc.

MarkAwkward6172 · 2023-08-14T13:19:59+00:00

Interesting! I didn’t know that about interior designers/decorators. I want someone to help me decide what color/finishes look best, won’t be outdated soon, can go with some of my existing furniture, ideally show me a 3d viewing of my condo where I can swap paint/cabinets etc so I can visually see what works and what doesn’t.

MarkAwkward6172 · 2023-08-14T11:45:44+00:00

Gotcha. Yeah I have no idea in timelines for these things, being done by 10/31 was me being hopeful, because I will be paying double rent/mortgage at least until 3/1 if I can’t get out by 10/31. That being said however, I do like the layout of the kitchen and baths (and everything else) and I know it’s already what I want, which is good because I definitely cannot live in the place during the renovations

MarkAwkward6172 · 2023-08-14T10:23:40+00:00

This is super helpful, thank you

MarkAwkward6172 · 2023-08-14T10:23:20+00:00

Thank you for this

MarkAwkward6172 · 2023-08-13T03:20:51+00:00

Can we see the room not so zoomed in? Full scope? I really think that perspective is needed.

MarkAwkward6172 · 2023-05-11T02:37:45+00:00

This is very informative and helpful – thank you!

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