Brooklyn contains one of the most varied and historically significant building inventories in the United States. From 19th-century brownstone rowhouses in Park Slope and Brooklyn Heights to major institutional landmarks in Fort Greene, Williamsburg, and Flatbush, the borough's masonry building stock spans more than 150 years of construction and every major masonry material. Graciano Corporation brings the same depth of expertise to Brooklyn's buildings that it has applied to some of New York City's most recognized landmarks for more than a century.
Brooklyn's Masonry Building Stock
Brooklyn's neighborhoods present a wide range of masonry materials and conditions. Brownstone -- a soft red sandstone quarried from New Jersey and Connecticut -- defines much of the historic rowhouse districts and requires specialized repair and restoration methods distinct from harder limestone or granite work. Institutional and commercial buildings in Brooklyn span brick, terra cotta, limestone, and cast stone, each demanding material-appropriate approaches to repointing, repair, and cleaning.
Services for Brooklyn Properties
What We Provide
- Brick and brownstone restoration and repointing
- Limestone, granite, and cast stone repair
- Terra cotta restoration and replacement
- Facade restoration and Local Law 11 compliance
- Tuckpointing and mortar joint repair
- Waterproofing and caulking
- Concrete restoration and structural repair
- Masonry cleaning and surface treatment
Landmark Work in Brooklyn
Graciano has performed masonry restoration at the Brooklyn Academy of Music, the landmark performing arts complex in Fort Greene. Work at BAM included masonry restoration at the BAM Opera House, one of Brooklyn's most recognized institutional facades. This history of landmark-level work in the borough underpins Graciano's understanding of Brooklyn's building environment and the regulatory and logistical requirements that accompany historic properties in NYC.
Facade Compliance in Brooklyn
Brooklyn property owners, like all NYC building owners, must comply with the Facade Inspection Safety Program (FISP), known as Local Law 11. Under FISP, buildings taller than six stories require periodic inspection by a licensed engineer, with repairs completed within designated timeframes. Graciano works alongside building engineers and owners to execute FISP remediation work efficiently, from repointing and caulking to full facade restoration programs. Our experience across all five boroughs means consistent quality and compliance regardless of where the project is located.
About Graciano Corporation
Founded in 1916, Graciano Corporation is one of the oldest and most experienced masonry and concrete restoration firms in the United States. With offices in Pittsburgh, PA, New York, NY, and Florida, Graciano serves the full New York City market including Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island. Approximately 90% of all work is self-performed with Graciano's own skilled journeymen, and the company is a WBENC-certified Woman Business Enterprise.