Licensed General Contractor in Manhattan
MH Construction provides professional general contracting services throughout Manhattan. We specialize in apartment renovations, kitchen and bathroom remodels, and full-scale residential construction in co-ops and condos across the borough — from the Upper West Side to the Financial District. Manhattan renovations demand a contractor who understands the unique logistics: strict building rules, tight schedules, and the highest expectations for quality.
Manhattan Renovation Expertise
Renovating in Manhattan is the most complex residential construction environment in the country. Every project involves multiple stakeholders: building management, co-op or condo boards, neighboring residents, doormen, superintendents, and DOB inspectors. Work hours are typically restricted to weekdays 8 AM – 5 PM (some buildings allow 9–4). Material deliveries must be scheduled through freight elevators with limited time slots. Debris removal must meet building-specific requirements. Construction noise complaints can halt your project. We manage all of this — it’s what separates an experienced Manhattan contractor from someone who’s never worked in a high-rise.
Our Manhattan Services
- Kitchen Renovation — compact NYC kitchen transformations, from galley-to-open conversions to high-end custom builds in luxury apartments
- Bathroom Remodeling — gut renovations, tile work, waterproofing, and luxury upgrades
- Apartment Renovation — our most popular Manhattan service. Studios through full-floor apartments, with full alteration agreement management
- Full Home Renovation — townhouse and brownstone renovations in neighborhoods like Harlem, the Upper West Side, and the West Village
- Flooring Installation — hardwood refinishing, new installation with acoustic underlayment (required by most Manhattan co-ops), and tile
- Painting Services — apartment painting, common area work, and townhouse exteriors
Manhattan Neighborhoods We Serve
Upper Manhattan: Upper West Side, Upper East Side, Harlem, East Harlem, Hamilton Heights, Washington Heights, Inwood. Mix of pre-war co-ops with classic six and seven layouts, plus brownstones and townhouses in Harlem’s historic districts.
Midtown: Midtown East, Midtown West, Murray Hill, Kips Bay, Turtle Bay, Hell’s Kitchen. Predominantly post-war co-ops and condos. Common projects: kitchen and bathroom renovations, full apartment gut renovations.
Downtown: Chelsea, West Village, East Village, Greenwich Village, SoHo, Tribeca, Lower East Side, Financial District, Gramercy, Flatiron. Loft conversions in SoHo/Tribeca, pre-war charm in the Villages, and modern condos downtown.
The Alteration Agreement Process
Nearly every Manhattan co-op and condo renovation requires an alteration agreement. The typical process:
- Submit scope of work, architectural plans (if applicable), and contractor qualifications
- Provide insurance certificates — most Manhattan buildings require $1M–$3M general liability and workers’ comp
- Pay building fees (security deposits, review fees, sometimes elevator usage fees)
- Board review and approval (2–8 weeks depending on the building and scope)
- Pre-construction meeting with building management to establish rules, hours, and delivery schedules
We’ve been through this process hundreds of times and prepare all documentation upfront to minimize delays.
Manhattan Renovation Costs
Manhattan carries a premium — expect 15-30% higher costs than outer boroughs due to building fees, logistics complexity, parking/delivery challenges, and premium labor rates. A typical Manhattan kitchen renovation runs $45,000–$100,000, bathroom remodels $25,000–$55,000, and full apartment gut renovations $150–$350+ per square foot. Request a detailed estimate.
Also Serving
Brooklyn · Queens · Bronx · Staten Island
Planning a Manhattan renovation? Call (718) 207-7624 or request a free estimate. We respond within 24 hours.