Melani General Contractor delivers complete townhouse renovation services across all five boroughs. NYC townhouses — including limestone rowhouses, Federal-style homes, and brick townhouses — require contractors who understand multi-floor construction, structural complexities, and historic preservation requirements. Our licensed team manages every phase from architectural planning and DOB permit filing through demolition, systems installation, and finish work. Call (718) 283-4154 to schedule your free on-site estimate.
Original conditions documented floor by floor, steel set, staircases restored, and every level finished under one contract.
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MillworkFloor-by-floor planning, structural modifications and extensions, full mechanical replacement, staircase restoration, landmark-compliant facade work, and finish millwork.
Townhouse renovations typically span 3–5 floors, requiring coordinated planning for vertical circulation, mechanical system routing, and phased construction. We develop floor-by-floor renovation plans that address structural concerns, optimize layouts for modern living, and sequence construction to maintain building integrity throughout the project.
Townhouses frequently benefit from rear extensions, cellar excavations for additional ceiling height, roof additions, and internal reconfiguration. We coordinate with structural engineers and architects for steel beam installations, foundation underpinning, and load redistribution — all with proper DOB permits and sign-offs. These modifications can add significant living space and value to your property.
Townhouse kitchens often occupy the garden or parlor level and benefit from expansion into adjacent spaces, custom island installations, and modern appliance integration. Bathrooms on upper floors require careful attention to plumbing routing, waterproofing over finished spaces below, and structural support for heavy fixtures like soaking tubs.
Most NYC townhouses require complete plumbing and electrical system replacement. We install new 200-amp electrical service, modern plumbing throughout all floors, central HVAC systems with proper ductwork routing, and hot water recirculation for consistent supply across multiple bathrooms.
Original townhouse staircases are often architecturally significant features worth preserving. We restore original balusters, newel posts, and handrails when possible, or design and build new staircases that complement the building's character when originals are damaged beyond repair or when floor plans are reconfigured.
Townhouses in designated historic districts require Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) approval for exterior modifications. We prepare LPC applications, source period-appropriate materials, and complete facade restoration, window replacement, and stoop repair that satisfies preservation guidelines.
Our finish carpenters install custom millwork, built-in cabinetry, wainscoting, and crown molding details that elevate townhouse interiors. We coordinate flooring installation, painting, and hardware throughout all floors for a cohesive, polished result.
Townhouse renovation costs vary significantly based on scope, building condition, and historic district requirements. Here are general ranges based on our project history.
We provide itemized estimates that separate structural, mechanical, and finish costs across each floor so you can understand your investment by phase — including full gut scopes and any landmark requirements your district imposes.
Brownstone, limestone, and brick rowhouses each carry different facade materials, structural details, and filing paths — plus multi-unit conversions with a C of O change.
Brownstone-faced townhouses are Brooklyn's signature residential architecture. We handle the unique challenges of brownstone renovation including sandstone facade repair, parlor floor restoration, and garden-level conversions while preserving the character that makes these properties distinctive.
Brownstone RenovationManhattan and Brooklyn feature limestone-faced and brick townhouses with different structural characteristics than brownstones. We address limestone facade maintenance, brick repointing, and interior renovations specific to these building types, including wider floor plates and different structural configurations.
Home RenovationConverting a multi-unit townhouse to single-family use involves removing apartment separations, reconfiguring stairs and layouts, consolidating mechanical systems, and updating the certificate of occupancy. These projects require careful DOB filing and comprehensive renovation planning.
Gut RenovationLicensed, insured, lead-safe certified, and experienced with DOB filings and LPC review across historic districts.
Our active license authorizes us to pull permits, supervise subcontractors, and maintain DOB compliance for residential construction across all five boroughs. Valid through December 2028.
Since establishing operations in Park Slope, Brooklyn, we have completed townhouse renovations across all five boroughs with documented references available upon request.
Qualified to perform renovation work in pre-1978 housing stock, which includes virtually all NYC townhouses.
Licensed by New York State to assess and remediate mold, so moisture damage found behind walls, ceilings, and old plumbing lines is corrected properly instead of covered up.
Comprehensive general liability and workers' compensation insurance protects property owners from financial exposure during construction.
Proven track record of navigating LPC requirements for exterior modifications in designated historic districts throughout Brooklyn and Manhattan.
Structure, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, millwork, and paint scheduled by the same project manager — one point of contact from demolition through sign-off.
Five steps, in order — consultation through final inspection and walkthrough.
We visit your townhouse, assess structural conditions across all floors, review architectural details worth preserving, and discuss your renovation goals.
Based on the assessment, we prepare a floor-by-floor scope of work with itemized costs. We coordinate with architects and structural engineers as needed for major modifications.
We file DOB applications, submit LPC applications for exterior work in historic districts, and obtain all required permits before construction begins.
Our crews handle demolition, structural work, rough-in (plumbing, electrical, HVAC), and all finish work across every floor — flooring, cabinetry, tile, millwork, painting, and hardware.
We coordinate DOB inspections, LPC sign-offs (if applicable), obtain certificates of completion, and conduct a detailed walkthrough with you before closeout.
Call (718) 283-4154 to schedule your on-site consultation.
Each scope below can be delivered as part of a townhouse renovation or performed independently.
Our crews travel to job sites throughout all five boroughs from our Park Slope, Brooklyn headquarters.
Ready to renovate your townhouse? Melani General Contractor provides detailed project estimates following on-site assessments. We evaluate structural conditions, review preservation requirements, and discuss your vision before preparing formal proposals. Call (718) 283-4154 to arrange your free on-site evaluation, or use the form below to request an estimate.
Structural work to finish carpentry, floor by floor — permits, LPC filings, mechanicals, and millwork coordinated from demolition through final walkthrough.
