Masonry in Lincoln Square, Manhattan

What Masonry Work Do Lincoln Square Buildings Need?

Lincoln Square is a neighborhood of towers and pre war apartment buildings, so masonry here means facade work: brick replacement, parapet rebuilding, lintel and stone repair, and wall repairs at plazas and entrances. Much of it follows from the building inspection cycle rather than from a sudden failure.

The post war towers such as Lincoln Towers are tall. Their brick and concrete facades have aged for decades. Newer high rises along Riverside Boulevard use different cladding, and some of that is outside what a masonry crew does.

Pre war buildings on the side streets and on the avenues carry brick, stone trim and ornamental details. Those are the walls where we spend most of our time in this part of Manhattan.

Boards in this neighborhood often ask us to price the work in phases, so the most urgent repairs are done first and the rest are scheduled across a budget year. We write the estimate that way when you ask. A parapet is a common trouble spot. It sits at the top of the wall, takes the most weather and often hides cracks until bricks loosen.

What Is Local Law 11 and Does It Cover My Building?

Local Law 11 reaches any building above six stories. Owners must have the facade inspected on a cycle and fix unsafe conditions. Many Lincoln Square buildings qualify. Confirm your building's status and current rules with the city.

A masonry contractor does not replace the qualified inspector the program requires. The inspector reports conditions. We repair them, and we price against the scope in the report so your board can compare numbers on equal terms.

Facade work usually needs a sidewalk shed or scaffolding. That brings permit steps and a schedule, and we plan those with your managing agent.

Is there a historic district to worry about?

We cannot confirm a historic district in Lincoln Square. A landmarked building can still need approval for exterior changes, so ask the city before you order materials.