Restored brownstone stoop with rebuilt stone treads and ornate black wrought iron railings

Residential

Brownstone Restoration

Facade restoration of historic brownstones — sandstone repair, stoop and cornice rebuilding, ornamental detail.

Overview

Facade restoration of historic brownstones — sandstone repair, stoop and cornice rebuilding, and ornamental detail — using only preservation-approved materials matched to the period and the block.

Signs You Need This

When to call.

  • 01

    Brownstone face shedding, flaking, or sugaring

  • 02

    Cracked, settled, or worn stoop treads and risers

  • 03

    Cornice or lintel deterioration with falling debris

  • 04

    Failed prior patching that no longer matches the facade

  • 05

    Loose or missing ornamental detail on window surrounds

How We Work

How the work unfolds.

  • 01

    Assess brownstone condition

    Survey the facade, stoop, cornice, and ornamental detail; document deterioration.

  • 02

    Match preservation-approved materials

    Test and match brownstone color, texture, and mortar to the original.

  • 03

    Restore

    Sandstone repair, stoop and cornice rebuild, ornamental detail.

  • 04

    Seal & finish

    Breathable seal where appropriate and a careful site cleanup.

Timeline & What to Expect

An unhurried plan.

  • 01

    Free on-site consultation and assessment, typically within one week of inquiry. [confirm]

  • 02

    A written scope with clear pricing, materials, and a project timeline — no surprises.

  • 03

    Scheduling arranged around your property and operations, with a single point of contact throughout.

  • 04

    Clean, respectful worksites; daily cleanup and protection of surrounding surfaces.

  • 05

    Personal response to every inquiry within 24 hours.

Materials & Craftsmanship

Built with the right materials.

  • 01

    Color- and texture-matched brownstone patching systems [confirm products]

  • 02

    Preservation-approved lime mortars for re-bedding stone and brick

  • 03

    Sourced or hand-carved replacement stone where required

  • 04

    Breathable, period-appropriate sealers for the brownstone face

Why Yarussi

The standard we hold to, on every project.

01

Family-owned, three generations

02

Fully licensed & insured (NJ Lic # 13VH13431200)

03

Preservation-approved materials & historic-sensitive methods

04

Commercial-grade equipment, any scale

05

Transparent pricing & clean, respectful worksites

06

Five-star reviewed across NJ

07

Preservation-approved materials matched to original color, texture, and detail.

Selected Work

Recent projects.

Restored brownstone stoop with rebuilt stone treads and ornate black wrought iron railings

Brownstone Stoop Restoration

Bluestone paving and stone entry steps at the front of a restored brownstone

Bluestone Entry & Paving

Historic red brick townhouse under facade restoration with scaffolding and protective mesh

Historic Townhouse Facade

★★★★★
A wonderful experience redoing our front steps. The steps curve upward and vary in width, so they were trickier than usual, but precision cutting and great workmanship handled it flawlessly. I can recommend this company, both their people and their knowledge, without hesitation.
Alex SchkrutzGoogle Review

FAQs

What owners ask.

  • Yes — color, texture, and detail matched to the period and the block.

  • Yes, including curved and ornamental detail.

  • Yes — proper materials and methods chosen for the substrate and exposure.

Begin a Conversation

Request a consultation.

Tell us about your property and the work you are considering. We respond personally — typically within 24 hours.

201.787.8094
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