Question 1

What counts as a gut renovation?

Accepted Answer

In New York, a gut renovation means taking the interior down to the studs — removing walls, ceilings, and finishes and replacing the electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems behind them. It is a different undertaking from a cosmetic renovation, which upgrades finishes while leaving layout and systems in place. Grandeur Hills Group delivers both, with gut projects run as complete design-build engagements.

Question 2

How much does a gut renovation cost in NYC?

Accepted Answer

A gut renovation is priced by scope and building, not by a flat per-square-foot figure. The real cost drivers are the complexity of the new layout, how much mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work is involved, the finish level, pre-war or landmark conditions, and the approvals your building requires. We provide a fully itemized proposal during the design phase, so every allocation is visible before demolition begins.

Question 3

How long does a full gut renovation take?

Accepted Answer

Longer than the construction alone suggests: board review, alteration agreements, and Department of Buildings permitting come before demolition, and building work-hour rules shape the schedule after it. Most full guts run from several months to well over a year depending on scope and approvals. We map a realistic timeline during design and manage it week to week through a client portal.

Question 4

Do I need DOB permits for a gut renovation?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A to-the-studs scope — moving walls, replacing plumbing and electrical — requires Department of Buildings filings, licensed trades, and inspections. We handle the filings, expediting, inspections, and sign-offs as part of the engagement.

Question 5

Can you gut renovate a co-op or condo apartment?

Accepted Answer

Yes — most of our gut work is in co-ops and condos. The building's alteration agreement and board approval come first: we prepare the drawings, insurance certificates, and board package, then manage engineer reviews, house rules, and inspections through completion, so the project protects your standing with the building.

Full Gut Renovation in New York City

What a Full Gut Includes

Demolition & Site Protection

DOB Permits & Building Approvals

Co-op & Condo Alteration Agreements

New Systems & Complete Rebuild

Rebuilt to a Higher Standard

How We've Delivered It

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