Pre-War NYC Renovation Risks: Asbestos, Lead Paint, and Safe Kitchen/Bath Upgrades start with testing, containment, and professional abatement before demo touches plaster, tile mastic, or old linoleum
Pre-War NYC Renovation Risks: Asbestos, Lead Paint, and Safe Kitchen/Bath Upgrades start with testing, containment, and professional abatement before demo touches plaster, tile mastic, or old linoleum. In Manhattan and Brooklyn pre-war apartments, lead-safe practices and negative-air setups protect neighbors and speed DOB and management approvals. On Long Island, single-family access simplifies containment but the same health standards apply. Sequence abatement ahead of plumbing and electrical rough-ins, use HEPA filtration, and document each step for inspections and resale files. The payoff is a kitchen or bathroom renovation that respects historic envelopes while delivering modern function, clean air, and lender-friendly documentation. Have questions about your remodel? Call us for details.
