Architect / Engineer or GC to oversee facade specialist

We’ve already retained an excellent facade specialist to replace the facade on our brownstone. However, he doesn’t handle the scaffolding, permits, or the windows (which also need replacing), or any other problems that may arise along the way! So we’re looking for an architect, engineer or a general contractor who can manage and oversee the whole process. Note that we’re literally replacing the current facade so there’s not really any design work required and our building isn’t in a landmark zone. So this isn’t a big job, but it’s obviously important to get it right. Any recommendations much appreciated. Many thanks.

crackedstucco

in Renovation 11 years and 9 months ago

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bkbrownstoner | 11 years and 3 months ago

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This is a warning to anyone looking to use Kennedy Renovation Company! DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY! We have been scammed by Jeff Kennedy and he has taken our 50% deposit without installing our windows for our brownstone. He was responsive in the beginning (July 2013), even offering to do all the paperwork with Landmarks to obtain the permit to replace the windows. He was so confident that we would be quickly approved that he even stated, in writing, that the deposit is refundable in the event of permit denial. He gave us updates and assured us of his high standards to let us know that he was dissatisfied with the quality of the windows and had to re-order them, but after weeks of excuses, we followed up with Landmarks, who had no records of his application. After confronting him about this, he sent us emails of his frustrations with LPC (even though he mailed the application in, not hand-delivering as they requested) and then eventually stopped responding to us for updates. We have requested our refund back numerous times and we have not heard back from him since November 2013\. His landline and cell phone are now disconnected.

vtwmdpvckgkydh | 11 years and 9 months ago

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Kennedy Renovation Company is a well known and respected GC that specializes in brownstone renovations. kennedyrenovationcompany.com Local company with an “A” Rating on Angie’s List

masterbuilder | 11 years and 9 months ago

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Neither an architect, or engineer would carry a rigger’s license necessary to perform/oversee this work. My company also is not allowed to pull permits on a specialists behalf. There are numerous facade experts who have all of the appropriate licenses. If you really like this outfit, why not encourage them to get their license?

curated | 11 years and 9 months ago

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It sounds strange that a facade specialist doesn’t handle the scaffolding, permits etc unless he is a very small outfit. It sounds like you need a construction manager or GC to coordinate the project. Feel free to contact us with any questions. http://brownstoner.staging.wpengine.com/curated