Facade Restoration NYC
Your building’s facade is its first line of defense against New York City’s harsh weather — and the first thing tenants, buyers, and inspectors see. ZK Contracting provides expert facade restoration services, bringing deteriorating exteriors back to their original strength and appearance.
What Is Facade Restoration?
Facade restoration involves repairing, cleaning, and restoring the exterior face of a building. This includes brick cleaning, waterproofing, mortar repointing, caulking, window lintel repair, coping stone replacement, and full exterior masonry restoration. Under Local Law 11 (FISP), all NYC buildings six stories or taller must have their facades inspected every five years — failing inspection can result in DOB violations and expensive emergency repairs.
Our Facade Restoration Services
- Full exterior facade assessment and inspection
- Brick cleaning and chemical washing
- Mortar repointing and joint sealing
- Crack repair and stone patching
- Waterproof coating application
- Window and door lintel replacement
- Coping stone repair and replacement
- Expansion joint installation
- Local Law 11 compliance work and DOB filing support
Why NYC Buildings Need Facade Restoration
NYC buildings face constant exposure to freeze-thaw cycles, acid rain, and urban pollution. Over time this causes brick spalling, mortar erosion, cracks, and water infiltration — all of which worsen if left untreated. Proactive facade restoration prevents DOB violations, protects building value, and ensures the safety of occupants and pedestrians below.
Service Area
We serve all five boroughs — Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, and Staten Island — as well as Westchester County. Our crews are familiar with the specific building stock, permits, and DOB requirements for each borough.
Request a Facade Inspection
Get ahead of your Local Law 11 cycle. Call 718-355-9100 or use the form below to schedule a free facade assessment by our licensed team.