Pre-War Apartment Restoration in NYC & Westchester
Preserve the character of classic New York pre-war apartments while updating systems, finishes, and comfort for modern living — restoring original plaster, moldings, hardwood floors, and period details.
Free Consultation: (646) 305-8546About Our Pre-War Apartment Restoration Services
Pre-war apartments are treasures of New York architecture — featuring gracious room proportions, solid plaster walls, original hardwood floors, detailed crown moldings, and architectural elements that simply aren't built anymore. Our pre-war restoration specialists preserve and restore these character-defining features while discreetly modernizing the systems behind them. We repair and restore original plaster rather than covering with drywall, match and replicate damaged crown molding profiles, refinish original hardwood floors, and update electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems without sacrificing the apartment's historic character. The result is a home that honors its past while performing like a modern residence.
What's Included
Plaster Wall Restoration
Repair, restore, and skim-coat original plaster walls rather than replacing with drywall to preserve character.
Molding & Detail Replication
Match and reproduce original crown molding profiles, ceiling medallions, and decorative plaster details.
Hardwood Floor Refinishing
Sand, repair, stain, and seal original hardwood floors to restore their century-old beauty.
Hidden System Modernization
Upgrade electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems routed behind walls and ceilings to maintain historic aesthetics.
Why Choose Our Pre-War Apartment Restoration
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I keep original plaster or switch to drywall?
We strongly recommend preserving original plaster when possible — it's denser, more soundproof, and gives walls a character that drywall can't replicate. We repair and skim coat plaster to a smooth, paintable surface.
Can you replicate damaged crown molding?
Yes, we can match virtually any historic molding profile. We measure the existing profile and either source matching stock or have custom knives made to run new matching sections.
Can you modernize a pre-war apartment without losing its character?
Absolutely — that's our specialty. We route new wiring and plumbing through existing wall and ceiling cavities, update kitchens and baths with period-appropriate designs, and preserve all original architectural details.
Trusted Apartment Renovation & Interior Remodeling Contractors in Yonkers, NY and Surrounding Communities
Rama Fly Construction Group LLC proudly provides professional apartment renovations, kitchen & bathroom remodeling, full interior renovations, custom millwork, flooring, painting & plaster, and electrical & plumbing coordination in Yonkers, NY (10704) and nearby communities including Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens. As licensed and insured interior remodeling contractors, we deliver high-quality renovations designed to transform and elevate homes across the New York City metro area and Westchester County. Whether it's a gut renovation in Yonkers, a kitchen remodel in Manhattan, or a bathroom renovation in Brooklyn, our trusted local team is here to serve you.
Core Areas We Serve
VIEW ALL AREASWhy Should You Choose Rama Fly Construction?
Rama Fly Construction Group LLCis a licensed and insured apartment renovation and interior remodeling contractor serving Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and Westchester County, trusted for full interior renovations, kitchen & bathroom remodeling, custom millwork, flooring, painting & plaster, and electrical & plumbing coordination. With over a decade of experience, we deliver premium craftsmanship across New York City and Westchester County.
Licensed & Insured
Fully certified apartment renovation and interior remodeling contractors serving Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and Westchester County.
Quality Materials
We use premium cabinetry, hardwood, tile, and top-grade finishes for lasting, beautiful results.
Customer Satisfaction
Transparent communication, honest pricing, and guaranteed workmanship on every project.
Serving New York Since 2006
Nearly 20 years of delivering high-end interior renovations across the NYC metro area & Westchester County.
Local Expertise
Serving Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Westchester County, and surrounding areas.
Complete Interior Solutions
From kitchens and baths to full gut renovations, custom millwork, flooring & painting — we do it all.
Dedicated Project Support
One accountable team managing every trade — design, demolition, build-out, and final walk-through.
What Our Clients Say
Carol Steuer
“Rama-Fly Construction is the best contractor in NYC! Our first project with them was to combine two apartments and involved major demolition to create a large kitchen and reconfigure several rooms. The second project was a bathroom renovation. Throughout the process we've been extremely pleased with their workmanship and professionalism. Sam is very easy to work with and had innovative ideas when we ran into unexpected problems. His estimates were accurate on price and timeframe, and my change requests were reasonable. His team always showed up promptly, put in a full day and cleaned up daily. All his subcontractors were equally talented and the process was seamless. Both projects came in on time and budget. The apartment is beautiful and visitors are amazed at the results.”
Paul Schiff
“Sam is simply phenomenal. We embarked on a complex gut renovation of a 2BR/2BA apt in Brooklyn. His laser focus, high professional standards, and terrific crew made for a very successful outcome. And, on top of all that, he is honest and 100% reliable. Maybe the most rewarding part of the job was seeing how Sam would attack the unanticipated problems and obstacles that invariably come up on projects such as ours; he is an amazing problem solver — innovative and creative. I cannot recommend Sam more highly.”
Stephanie Malinski
“Sam was a phenomenal contractor. He is a true professional who has been doing this long enough to deftly navigate any challenges. The entire Rama Fly team was amazing to work with, and their renovation of our New York pre-war apt turned out beautifully. We always recommend Rama Fly to anyone we know who is thinking about renovating.”
Marcela Zappi
“We wanted to renovate the kitchen and I kept postponing because I didn't know where to start. Prior to contacting Sam Rama, we had a solid reference about his professional work. He immediately struck us as a very knowledgeable in every…”
David Freid
“Rama-Fly Construction rebuilt our bathroom and redid our kitchen, as part of a major renovation. The results are breathtaking. First, Sam (of Rama-Fly) listened, taking care to understand what we wanted. He guided us when our inexperience…”
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