What if the schedule for brick pointing depends less on a building’s height than on what crews find and how they can reach the façade? For a…
A cracked brick exterior doesn’t mean your building requires an expensive, wall-to-wall rebuild. When planning facade restoration on a tight budget…
Repointing spalled brick won’t protect your building if you haven’t diagnosed where water enters the facade first. Successfully planning brick…
A fire escape is only as reliable as the masonry it’s anchored to. While many Manhattan property owners focus on painting the metal, structural…
What if the architectural details that define your Downtown Brooklyn property are the same ones putting your investment at risk of crumbling masonry…
The materials meant to protect your historic NYC home might actually be destroying it from the inside out. When non-breathable coatings are applied…
Did you know that 28% of Manhattan buildings older than 40 years were flagged as “Unsafe” during the last FISP cycle? For many owners, the challenge…
Modern Portland cement is the silent killer of Brooklyn’s historic brownstones. While it seems logical to use the strongest material available, the…
A crumbling brownstone facade is more than a cosmetic eyesore; it’s a clear signal that your building’s protective skin is failing. When you notice…
Over 13,500 buildings in New York City are currently subject to the Facade Inspection Safety Program. If you own property in Manhattan, you know that…