Cortlandt Contracting
Carmen CortlandtCarmen CortlandtOwner · in business since 1998 · 28 years
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Cortlandt Contracting

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Local pro · Serving Upper East Side, Carnegie Hill, ManhattanZips10021100281007510128
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License #HIC #894970 · checked by Little Birdie

Gut renovations and kitchen work, permits pulled in-house.

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Jobs completed22
Pricing$8,000–$60,000 per projectFree estimates
Response timeUsually replies same day
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Recent work1 project

Projects around the neighborhood.

Classic six kitchen renovationUpper East Side · 2026
Services6 services

What we do.

Cortlandt Contracting is a licensed general contractor renovating homes across Manhattan. They manage everything from permits and board approvals to the final punch list, with their own crews and checked subs. Agents bring them in to scope pre-sale updates and to give buyers realistic renovation numbers.

01Kitchen renovationsFull gut and refresh kitchens, including cabinets, counters and appliances
02Bathroom renovationsTile, fixtures, waterproofing and layout changes
03Pre-sale updatesTargeted fixes that raise sale price without a full renovation
04Board & permit packagesAlteration agreements, drawings and DOB filings handled for you
05FlooringRefinishing hardwood and installing new floors throughout
06Buyer renovation estimatesFast, realistic quotes to help buyers make an offer
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Quick facts
Owner
Carmen Cortlandt
In business since
1998
Hours
Tue–Sat 9am–6pm
Response time
Usually replies same day
Languages
English
Payment
Card, Zelle, check
Certifications
NYC DCWP Licensed Home Improvement Contractor
Estimates
Free, in writing
Service area
Manhattan · 10021, 10028, 10075, 10128
Questions people ask
Do you manage the permits and the board?

Yes. We file with the DOB and prepare the alteration agreement for your building.

Do you give written estimates?

Yes. Every job gets a written estimate before work starts, and the price doesn't change without your OK.

Are you insured for co-ops and condos?

Yes. We send a certificate of insurance to your building before day one.

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