We have a beautiful cornice - we're in the small row of peaked-roof houses on 136th St/FDB - but it's in very bad shape and our top floor is leaking like crazy as a result (especially today!!). We've had several people look at it over the years but everyone advises the same thing - "it's not worth it, just take it off." Obviously we don't want to do that...but what is a homeowner to do without a contractor willing to take on the effort? Any chance you or any of your readers have some recommendations for people who really know what they're doing when it does to cornice repair and restoration?
Harlem Grand is currently undergoing a Landmark's Conservancy restoration on its facade & cornice. A conversation with Architectural and Cultural Heritage Conservation Specialist Ms. Mary Kay Judy may prove beneficial. email: marykayjudy@gmail.com
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