Brownstone row houses are among the most iconic homes in New York, but the soft sandstone is vulnerable to flaking, spalling and erosion. Homex Builders restores brownstone façades, stoops and architectural details across Brooklyn, Manhattan and the Bronx, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, Yonkers, Long Island and New Jersey.
We remove failing stone and old patches, then rebuild with color-matched restoration mortar, carved and shaped to recreate original profiles. We also repair stoops, railings, lintels and sills so your façade looks right and is protected from water.
What Our Brownstone Restoration Includes
Brownstone restoration work typically includes:
Façade Resurfacing
Removing deteriorated stone and resurfacing with color-matched brownstone mortar.
Stoop Restoration
Rebuilding treads, risers and stoop walls to restore safety and appearance.
Architectural Details
Recreating lintels, sills, cornices and moldings to match original profiles.
Brownstone restoration protects one of the most valuable features of your home. Many brownstones are in historic districts, and we plan work with Landmarks requirements in mind.
Is your brownstone flaking or crumbling?
Our Brownstone Restoration Process
We keep every brownstone restoration project organized, clean and clearly communicated, from the first site visit to the final walkthrough.
We visit the property, assess the conditions and give you a clear written estimate.
We remove failed stone and resurface with color-matched brownstone mortar.
We clean the work area and review the finished work with you before we leave.
Why Choose Homex Builders
Frequently Asked Questions
Brownstone is a soft sandstone. Water gets behind the surface layers, freezes and expands, causing flaking and spalling over time.
Yes. We mix restoration mortar to match the color and texture of your existing brownstone as closely as possible.
In most cases, yes. We rebuild damaged treads, risers and walls while keeping the original stoop design.
Pricing depends on the size of the area, the condition of existing materials, access and the materials you choose. We provide a free on-site estimate with a clear scope and price before any work begins.
Work on buildings in historic districts may require Landmarks Preservation Commission approval, and larger façade work may need DOB permits. We help identify and coordinate approvals.
Homex Builders serves the Bronx, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, Yonkers, Long Island and New Jersey.