Restoring and Protecting New York City Towers, Co-ops, Hospitals & Landmarks
Commercial Building Restoration Experts Serving New York, NY
New York City’s buildings face a demanding mix of weather and regulation. Winters bring repeated freeze-thaw cycles that crack masonry and break down sealants, wind-driven rain hits upper floors hardest, salt air reaches waterfront buildings, and storms like Sandy and Ida showed how quickly water can overwhelm a building. On top of that, Local Law 11 requires facades on buildings taller than six stories to be inspected every five years, and parking structures must now be inspected on a regular cycle as well, so deterioration gets documented and has to be fixed.
Presto Restoration is a nationwide commercial contractor with more than 25 years of experience restoring and waterproofing high-rise buildings, parking structures and historic properties. In New York City, our crews work on office towers, co-op and condo buildings, hospitals, universities, hotels, converted lofts and landmark buildings across all five boroughs. We use proven sealant systems, breathable coatings and our own restoration products, and we coordinate with your engineer or architect on the repairs your inspections call for.
OUR BUILDING RESTORATION & WATERPROOFING SERVICES IN NEW YORK, NY
Exterior restoration, waterproofing and building envelope consulting for commercial and residential properties across the five boroughs.
Wind-driven rain, nor’easters and freeze-thaw test every New York building envelope. We seal expansion joints, window perimeters, curtain walls, setbacks, terraces and masonry with systems built for high-rise exposure.
From terra cotta towers and cast iron lofts to brownstones and modern glass, New York facades wear down under weather and age. We handle the repairs called out in Local Law 11 reports, replacing sealants, repointing brick, repairing terra cotta and stone and restoring metal and glass.
Garages below apartment and office buildings and standalone parking structures across the city take heavy traffic and winter salt. We rebuild damaged concrete, replace leaking joints and install traffic membranes, including the repairs called out in garage inspection reports.
Rooftop equipment, terraces, summer heat and heavy storms all age New York roofs. Many can be restored with seam and flashing repairs, better drainage and a reflective silicone or elastomeric coating instead of a tear-off.
From SoHo’s cast iron facades and the terra cotta of the Woolworth Building to brownstone blocks in Brooklyn and Harlem, we preserve New York’s historic buildings with matched lime mortars, gentle cleaning and skilled terra cotta and stone repair.
Water can travel inside a New York high-rise and surface floors away from where it entered. We trace each leak to its source with controlled water testing, infrared imaging, moisture surveys, drone or rope access inspection and hands-on investigation.
Why New York City Property Owners Trust Presto Restoration
For more than 25 years, Presto Restoration has protected commercial buildings nationwide, and in New York City we combine that experience with high-rise access skills and an understanding of the city’s inspection requirements.
Our Local New York, NY Support Network
Caring for buildings across the five boroughs takes local support. To cover everything from major restoration to routine upkeep, Presto works alongside a network of New York service companies.
For routine upkeep and everyday facility support, owners can also contact our sister companies:
Building Restoration New York: Structural repairs and exterior upkeep for buildings throughout New York City.
Building Maintenance New York: Preventive maintenance that keeps your New York property performing.
Building Services New York: Complete day-to-day commercial building support across the New York market.
Recent Building Restoration Projects in New York
NEW YORK PORTFOLIO HIGHLIGHTS
Explore commercial waterproofing and caulking work Presto has completed in New York State.
Frequently Asked Questions About Building Restoration in New York, NY
What types of buildings does Presto restore in New York City?
We restore office towers, co-op and condo buildings, rental apartment buildings, hospitals, universities, hotels, converted lofts, parking garages and landmark buildings. Materials include brick, terra cotta, brownstone, limestone, granite, cast iron, concrete, precast, metal panels, glass and roofing.
Does Presto do Local Law 11 repair work?
Yes. Local Law 11 requires buildings taller than six stories to have their facades inspected every five years by a licensed professional. Presto performs the repairs called out in those reports and coordinates with your inspecting engineer or architect.
How long does a building restoration project take in New York City?
A sealant replacement may take a few weeks, while a full facade restoration on a large building can take several months. Most exterior work happens from April through November, phased so residents and tenants can stay.
Does Presto handle permits in New York City?
Yes. We work with your engineer or architect on filings with the New York City Department of Buildings, including sidewalk shed and scaffold requirements. Every project is covered by Presto’s nationwide general liability and workers’ compensation insurance.
What is the difference between building restoration and building maintenance?
Maintenance covers routine cleaning and touch-ups. Restoration fixes what has failed, such as worn sealants, cracked masonry and damaged concrete, so the building stops letting water in.
How do I know if my New York building needs restoration?
Watch for cracked or loose terra cotta and stone, crumbling mortar, split caulking, rust streaks and water stains inside after storms, along with anything flagged in a facade inspection. Call us or request a quote, and our team will respond to help you plan the next step.
Planning repairs after a facade inspection, or seeing wear on your building? Tell us what you are noticing, and our team will respond to help you find the right solution.
Call us today at 1-800-785-9927 or click Request A Quote.