Apartment Renovation & General Contracting in the NYC Metro Area
Answers to Common Remodeling Questions
This page provides helpful information for homeowners, co-op shareholders and condominium owners throughout New York City and surrounding communities.
What areas do you serve?
We provide apartment renovation and general contracting services throughout the NYC metro area, including Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx and surrounding communities.
We provide apartment renovation and general contracting services throughout the NYC metro area, including Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx and surrounding communities.
What types of remodeling projects do you specialize in?
We specialize in complete apartment renovations, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, condominium and co-op renovations, apartment combinations, custom cabinetry, flooring, tile, painting, drywall and general carpentry. Depending on the project scope, we can coordinate the work from demolition through final completion.
We specialize in complete apartment renovations, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, condominium and co-op renovations, apartment combinations, custom cabinetry, flooring, tile, painting, drywall and general carpentry. Depending on the project scope, we can coordinate the work from demolition through final completion.
Do you handle complete apartment renovations and apartment combinations?
Yes. We manage complete apartment renovations and combination projects, coordinating demolition, construction, trades, finishes and applicable building requirements.
Yes. We manage complete apartment renovations and combination projects, coordinating demolition, construction, trades, finishes and applicable building requirements.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. Above Remodeling Corp. is licensed and fully insured. We carry general liability, workers’ compensation and umbrella insurance, and we can provide certificates of insurance upon request. We also coordinate with building management to satisfy applicable insurance requirements.
Yes. Above Remodeling Corp. is licensed and fully insured. We carry general liability, workers’ compensation and umbrella insurance, and we can provide certificates of insurance upon request. We also coordinate with building management to satisfy applicable insurance requirements.
Do you work in co-ops and condominiums?
Yes. We are experienced with alteration agreements, board approvals, insurance certificates, work-hour restrictions, elevator use and protection requirements. We regularly coordinate with property managers, superintendents and other building representatives.
Yes. We are experienced with alteration agreements, board approvals, insurance certificates, work-hour restrictions, elevator use and protection requirements. We regularly coordinate with property managers, superintendents and other building representatives.
Do I need permits for my renovation?
Permit requirements depend on the project scope. When permits are required, we help coordinate the process with the appropriate licensed professionals and agencies.
Permit requirements depend on the project scope. When permits are required, we help coordinate the process with the appropriate licensed professionals and agencies.
Can you work from plans prepared by my architect or designer?
Yes. We work with client-selected architects and designers and coordinate construction according to approved plans and specifications.
Yes. We work with client-selected architects and designers and coordinate construction according to approved plans and specifications.
Can you help with design?
We do not provide in-house architectural or interior-design services, but we can refer clients to trusted professionals and coordinate with their architects and designers throughout the project.
We do not provide in-house architectural or interior-design services, but we can refer clients to trusted professionals and coordinate with their architects and designers throughout the project.
How long does a kitchen remodel take?
Most kitchen renovations take approximately 6–12 weeks after required approvals are obtained. The schedule depends on the project scope, material availability and building requirements.
Most kitchen renovations take approximately 6–12 weeks after required approvals are obtained. The schedule depends on the project scope, material availability and building requirements.
How long does a bathroom remodel take?
A typical bathroom renovation takes approximately 5–6 weeks after required approvals are obtained. More complex projects may require additional time.
A typical bathroom renovation takes approximately 5–6 weeks after required approvals are obtained. More complex projects may require additional time.
Can I stay in my home during the renovation?
In some cases, yes. Whether remaining in the home is practical depends on the project scope, the rooms affected and the availability of essential services. We use dust barriers, floor protection and organized work practices to minimize disruption.
In some cases, yes. Whether remaining in the home is practical depends on the project scope, the rooms affected and the availability of essential services. We use dust barriers, floor protection and organized work practices to minimize disruption.
Do you provide complimentary estimates?
Yes. We offer a complimentary initial consultation and provide a written estimate or proposal after reviewing the project scope.
Yes. We offer a complimentary initial consultation and provide a written estimate or proposal after reviewing the project scope.
Will I receive a written contract?
Yes. Before work begins, clients receive a written contract outlining the project scope, pricing, payment schedule, estimated timeline and applicable warranty terms.
Yes. Before work begins, clients receive a written contract outlining the project scope, pricing, payment schedule, estimated timeline and applicable warranty terms.
How are changes to the project handled?
If the project scope changes, we review the change with the client and document any effect on pricing or scheduling before the additional work proceeds.
If the project scope changes, we review the change with the client and document any effect on pricing or scheduling before the additional work proceeds.
How much does a renovation cost?
Renovation costs depend on the size and condition of the space, project scope, building requirements, plumbing or electrical changes, and material and fixture selections. We provide a detailed proposal after reviewing the property and the proposed work.
Renovation costs depend on the size and condition of the space, project scope, building requirements, plumbing or electrical changes, and material and fixture selections. We provide a detailed proposal after reviewing the property and the proposed work.
What types of cabinetry and materials do you work with?
We work with custom, semi-custom and stock cabinetry, as well as quartz, granite, porcelain, ceramic tile and natural stone. We help clients select materials suited to their design, budget and functional needs.
We work with custom, semi-custom and stock cabinetry, as well as quartz, granite, porcelain, ceramic tile and natural stone. We help clients select materials suited to their design, budget and functional needs.
Do you handle plumbing and electrical work?
Yes. We coordinate plumbing and electrical work with appropriately licensed and qualified professionals.
Yes. We coordinate plumbing and electrical work with appropriately licensed and qualified professionals.
How do you protect my home during construction?
We use floor protection, dust barriers, daily cleanup and organized work practices to protect the home and common building areas.
We use floor protection, dust barriers, daily cleanup and organized work practices to protect the home and common building areas.
Do you offer warranties?
Yes. We stand behind our workmanship, and applicable manufacturer warranties remain in effect for qualifying products and materials. Specific warranty terms are included in the project agreement.
Yes. We stand behind our workmanship, and applicable manufacturer warranties remain in effect for qualifying products and materials. Specific warranty terms are included in the project agreement.
How far in advance should I contact you?
Contact us as early as possible, especially when a project requires co-op or condominium approval, permits, custom materials or coordination with an architect or designer. Lead times vary based on project scope and current scheduling.
Contact us as early as possible, especially when a project requires co-op or condominium approval, permits, custom materials or coordination with an architect or designer. Lead times vary based on project scope and current scheduling.
Can I see examples of previous projects or client references?
Yes. You can review the Testimonials and NYC Project Locations pages on our website. Additional project information or references may also be available when appropriate.
Yes. You can review the Testimonials and NYC Project Locations pages on our website. Additional project information or references may also be available when appropriate.
Why choose Above Remodeling Corp.?
Above Remodeling Corp. combines experienced project management, quality craftsmanship and familiarity with the requirements of New York City co-op and condominium buildings. We coordinate the work from preconstruction and building approvals through construction and final completion.
Above Remodeling Corp. combines experienced project management, quality craftsmanship and familiarity with the requirements of New York City co-op and condominium buildings. We coordinate the work from preconstruction and building approvals through construction and final completion.
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