Looking for a General Contractor
So we’ve chosen an architect, and now we’re looking for a GC. (I’ve linked our original post below.) It’s a pretty big project: 5 story townhouse in Harlem. Truly gut reno. Other than the 4 walls, everything needs to be replaced. Even the 4 walls need work. We would like to interview at least 2…
So we’ve chosen an architect, and now we’re looking for a GC. (I’ve linked our original post below.)
It’s a pretty big project: 5 story townhouse in Harlem. Truly gut reno. Other than the 4 walls, everything needs to be replaced. Even the 4 walls need work.
We would like to interview at least 2 additional GCs. Recommendations are highly valued, so townhouse owners, please respond. GC must have multiple townhouse gut reno experience.
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ZEN general contractor,
http://www.zengeneral.com/
I have done with them few townhouses, they sort of specialize in that sector.
give them a call,
1. very few change orders during the construction process – they don’t practice that .
2. will give you one year free service for anything what you will find not working correctly after the completion – they prefer to fix it , then loose a good name.
3. They do have pretty much all trades in house – so there is no misunderstanding between the trades.
if you would like to get few more names , give me a call.
917 655 3372
good luck ,
Rad ,
p.s.
if your architect will have a lag, or you will be not fully satisfied you can call me as well. (but most likely you have made right decision)
AlexSPK
Where was the location of the project in Harlem that you had so many theft issues with? Can anyone else weigh in if this is something they experienced?
We hired Scordio Construction for a small project in our house about 12 years ago, and thought they were great–careful, quality work. Anthony Scordio is the owner.
http://www.scordio.com
Sean Coyne of COYNE AND MACK. HE IS THE MOST WONDERFUL CONTRACTOR !!! He is diligent doing a good amount of the work himself. He is always is there not just showing up on payday. His work is gorgeous and is lovely. His crew was wonderful Peter his right hand man is brilliant. He is willing to work with your budget and able to work quickly.He is nothing but a joy! He made my house complete renovation and addition shine! I will post a bigger post with pics of his work. Most of all he put up with my husband who is a picky kind of guy with lots of personality. I can never thank him enough. coynemack85@aol.com
I’m not sure if you project is modern or traditional, if it’s traditional – I really recommend Joe Leone. He’s an old-world craftsman, he came from Italy and actually does much of the work himself. He has great stable subs as well.
He probably won’t be the cheapest, but I’ve worked with at least 15 GCs in the city and he really is one of the best.
Just a little anecdote, we had a tight budget for a project on 86th st – so we were trying to only specify Dykes profiles since they are rather ubiquitous and cost effective. First day on the job he looks at one of the casing profiles and says ‘you can do better than this’ – he ‘made’ us choose a thicker 2 1/2 casing. Anyway he’s a real perfectionist.
If your job is modern, he has two sons and a a nephew that take on the more modern jobs. Each acts as their own PMs and Site Supers – so you always get an owner in the company. Which is nice to not have to deal with middlemen.
Joe Leone: 917-771-0063
I hope this helps. Ive seen a number of the townhouses that he has completed and they were amazing. A good sign is when the homeowners hug the GC you are interviewing.
I hope this helps.
Drew Stuart
Incorporated Architecture & Design
http://www.incorporatedny.com/
Hello,
I am the owner of Grand Renovation, Inc, a construction company that specializes in restoration and reconfiguration of townhouses. We have extensive references, a great rating in The Franklin Report, and are just completing a full renovation of a townhouse in Boerum Hill Brooklyn. Please call me at 917-202-7300 and I would be happy to discuss this project with you.
You can also see some of our work at http://www.grandrenovation.com
Best,
John
infodesign,
Do you know a good cement / foundation sub for a job in queens and another in Harlem?
Michael Kadosh/MEK Construction 917.538.3763. Renovated 151 W. 122nd St. Achieved LEED Gold certification. Also currently gut-renovating a townhouse on East 52nd St.
My brownstone gut in Windsor Terrace was completed by All Renovation. I interviewed 4 GC’s and All Renovation was the only company to supply me with a professional itemized estimate and time line. They also provided previous client site visits and a list of references. In addition I was also invited to walked through an existing brownstone gut job they had going at the time I interviewed them, which was extremely helpful. My contact was Pietro, you can reach him at 718-351-4099 or through his website http://www.allrenovationllc.com
Best,
Allan S.