R Luis Construction Corp is a licensed home improvement contractor (licensed under Global City Restoration Inc., NYC HIC #2129598-DCWP) based at 1470 Unionport Rd in the Bronx. We remodel kitchens and bathrooms, repair and replace flat roofs, install tile and waterproof basements for Bronx homeowners, landlords and property owners.
Bronx housing has its own patterns. Attached brick row houses, semi-detached two- and three-family homes and older walk-up buildings make up much of the borough, and many of them have flat roofs, below-grade basements and original plumbing and wiring behind the walls. A remodel here usually means working in tight spaces, around tenants or family who still live in the building, and within NYC Department of Buildings rules when the work requires a permit.
Kitchen remodeling in the Bronx
Many Bronx kitchens are narrow galley layouts in row houses or apartments in multi-family homes. We work with the space you have: new cabinets and countertops, updated lighting, flooring and tile backsplashes, and layout changes where the plumbing and structure allow. In a two- or three-family house we can plan the work unit by unit so the rest of the building keeps running.
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Bathroom remodeling
Older Bronx bathrooms often hide worn supply lines, failing grout and subfloors damaged by years of small leaks. A full remodel lets us open things up, fix what is underneath, and finish with new fixtures, a tub or walk-in shower, and tile that is properly sealed.
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Flat roof repair and replacement
Flat roofs are common on Bronx row houses and multi-family buildings. Ponding water, cracked flashing around parapets and chimneys, and worn seams are the usual sources of leaks. We inspect the roof, repair what can be repaired, and replace the roof when patching no longer makes sense.
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Basement waterproofing
Below-grade basements in older brick buildings can take on water through foundation walls, floor joints and window wells. We look at where the water is coming from and recommend waterproofing that fits the building, so the basement can be used for storage, a laundry or living space.
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Tiling
We install floor and wall tile for kitchens, bathrooms, entryways and basements, including surface preparation so the tile stays flat and the grout lines stay clean.
Masonry, concrete and exterior work
Our Google profile also lists masonry, concrete, chimney work, skylights and gutters. Brick facades, stoops, sidewalks and chimneys on older Bronx homes all need attention over time, and we can take care of them along with the rest of your project.
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For landlords and property managers
If you own or manage rental buildings in the Bronx, we can handle unit turnovers, bathroom and kitchen upgrades between tenants, roof leaks and basement water problems. We schedule around occupied units and keep you updated as the work moves along.
For developers
For developers renovating Bronx row houses or small multi-family buildings, we can take on the interior finish work (kitchens, baths and tile) as well as roofing and waterproofing. Tell us your scope and schedule and we will tell you what we can deliver.
Neighborhoods we serve
- Parkchester and Unionport
- Castle Hill
- Throggs Neck
- Pelham Bay
- Riverdale
- Kingsbridge
- Bedford Park
- Woodlawn
- Eastchester
- Van Cortlandt Village
- Morris Park
- Soundview
Frequently asked questions
Are you licensed to do home improvement work in the Bronx?
Yes. We work under NYC Home Improvement Contractor license #2129598-DCWP, held by Global City Restoration Inc.
Do I need a permit for my Bronx remodel?
It depends on the scope. Cosmetic work such as new cabinets or tile often does not need a DOB permit, while moving plumbing, changing walls or structural work usually does. We will tell you what your project needs before work starts.
Can you fix a leaking flat roof on a row house?
Yes. We repair and replace flat roofs, including leaks around parapets, flashing and seams. We inspect the roof first and tell you whether a repair or a replacement makes more sense.
Can you work in a building where tenants still live?
Yes. We plan the work to keep disruption low for occupied units, and we coordinate access with you.
Where are you located?
Our office is at 1470 Unionport Rd, Bronx, NY 10462, and we work throughout the borough.
Get a free estimate
Planning a remodel or dealing with a leak in the Bronx? Call (347) 842-9954 or send us your project details through our contact page at rluisconstructions.com/contact-us/.