by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Nov 25, 2020 | Construction Practices, General Architecture, Property Development
Hard costs are costs directly related to construction including material and labor costs. Soft costs are additional costs not directly related to the construction budget such as architectural fees or permit fees. Hard Cost and Soft Cost are terms used to differentiate... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Apr 30, 2021 | Construction Practices, Houses, New York City
The cost to build a house in NYC will vary based on many variables, but the cost for a basic house will often be between 300 and 350 per square foot. This cost will go up to 500 per square foot or more when building a high end or luxury home. Cost To Build a... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jul 10, 2020 | Construction Practices, Houses
Modern homes are being built to higher standards and homeowners are now looking to alternative materials when building their houses. Fire and natural disasters have been heavily weighing on the minds of people looking to build new homes. I think this, sustainability,... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jun 4, 2020 | Construction Practices, General Architecture, Renovations
Fire damage repair should be done with foresight to prevent the recurrence of future fires. When a building is damaged by fire you need to rebuild, but you need to rebuild better then the original. Fire Damage Repair & Restoration Here are some tips of... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 31, 2020 | Construction Practices, Houses, Sustainable Design
Air Sealing and Insulation are critical issues for energy conservation and sustainable design. Insulation prevents the transfer of heat and air sealing prevents the leaking of heat or air conditioning. Everyone knows insulation is important in a house, but air sealing... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Apr 12, 2021 | Construction Practices, NYC DOB, Renovations
Alterations in buildings built before April 1st, 1987 in New York City require asbestos testing before you can get approval from the NYC DOB for a work permit application. In NYC asbestos testing companies file their results with the Department of Environmental... 
