Merritt Engineering provided the necessary engineering services to investigate the facades and roofs associated with Bergen County Academics School. All aspects of the façade were reviewed and an infrared scan of the roof was performed. A detailed outlook of the necessary repair requirements and anticipated budgets were prepared.

NYU Langone Medical Center, affiliated with NY University, is a premier academic medical center in Manhattan.Merritt Engineering performed a full roof replacement on the educational healthcare building in 2012.

Over the course of three (3) years, Merritt Engineering provided various engineering services to eliminate ongoing water infiltration problems that were occurring at five (5) individual schools. Services included investigation and water testing of the problematic areas to determine causes of the water infiltration issues as well as preparation of the necessary design documents for the repairs required. Design repairs consisted of full roof replacement, façade restoration, window treatments and infra-red scans of various roof levels. Work was performed and completed during the summer seasons to avoid impact on the daily school schedules.

In 2011, water infiltration reported by school personnel and deteriorating conditions of the building envelope prompted a much needed façade and window restoration project at The Town School.Due to school operations, however, the work schedule was limited to a 6 to 8 week time frame during summer months only. As a result, Merritt carefully planned a four-phase restoration project, designing each project phase to take place from early July through the beginning of September, over the course of four years.PHASE I – Playground Rooftop Replacement (Summer 2011)PHASE II – Façade Restoration (Summer 2012)PHASE III – New Window Installation (Summer 2013)PHASE IV – Façade Restoration of South & West Elevation (Summer 2014)Merritt worked closely with all contactors and school personnel to ensure the safe and timely completion of work.

In 2009 Merritt Engineering began façade and roof restoration projects at Holy Cross High School, an all-boys Roman Catholic high school in Queens NYThe gymnasium roof was replaced first, utilizing a modified bitumen roofing system with liquid applied flashing. Phase II included the restoration of the rear and side facades, which took place in 2009 and 2010.In 2011, Phase III was underway. During this phase, Merritt designed and specified the restoration of the school’s front façade, as well as the replacement of the north and south roofs. New pavers were installed at the second floor level terraces, providing a new functional outdoor space for faculty.Sensitive to the school’s day-to-day operations, Merritt carefully planned each phase to ensure minimal disruption to normal school activities.

Merritt successfully resolved numerous leaks beneath several roof levels without disruption to daily hospital operations. Performed Local Law 11/98 Inspections at 10 buildings and full Roof Replacement at the Baird Building and Bernstein Building.

Merritt designed and administered full façade, roof and garage restoration projects and completed Local Law 11/98 Façade Inspections, while ensuring that construction did not interrupt noise sensitive OR operations.

Over the past 15 years Merritt Engineering has provided various services including Local Law 11/98 façade inspections of eight buildings and provided both specifications and construction monitoring for masonry restoration at seven prewar and postwar buildings. The scope of work was established based on the findings from the Local law 11-98 inspections.Merritt also specified and monitored ceiling repairs due to a stem leak.

Merritt Engineering prepared specifications and provided construction monitoring for facade restoration of two buildings (one of which was over 100 years old) including roof repairs and extensive steel beam replacement. While monitoring the façade restoration, Merritt also provided emergency inspection and consultation services. Merritt also conducted Local Law 11/98 Inspections at three buildings.

Weill Cornell Medical College, one of the most well-known and highest rated clinical and medical research centers in the country, retained Merritt Engineering to restore the building’s 6th floor roof and waterproof the exterior plaza.

Merritt Engineering completed the roof replacement at two buildings, with extensive quarry tile removal on one and complex roof top equipment flashing at the other.

Merritt Engineering fully restored the 2-level parking garage at Amversev. This consisted of full depth concrete replacement, patching, painting of all interior walls, and the application of a new traffic deck coating system.The replacement and restoration of sidewalks, curbs, main parking lot and roadways were also completed in 2012.

A complete structural restoration of the tower’s parking garage was engineered by Merritt, including demolition and re-pouring of sections of concrete slabs, repairs and replacements of corroded reinforcing steel, repairs and re-surfacing of damaged concrete, replacement of drains, and the application of a waterproof, oil-resistant deck coating. Partitioning of the project into four separate phases and close monitoring of the construction progress allowed the 24 hour garage to maintain its day-to-day operations with minimal service disruptions.

Merritt Engineering has performed multiple restorations at Amversev including sidewalk replacement, expansion replacement, resurfacing of parking lots and roadways, planter waterproofing and leak repairs. In 2012 the sidewalk, curb, apron and parking lot restoration work were also completed.Their 2-level parking garage was also restored in 2010. The work consisted of full depth concrete replacement, patching, painting of all interior walls, and the application of a new traffic deck coating system.

205 East 22nd Street, formerly a brewery, is also called Gramercy Park Habitat. Merritt completed a full façade and roof restoration in 2012.

Located in the Upper East Side Historic District of Manhattan, the repairs at 565 Park Avenue required approval from the Landmarks Preservation Commission. The front façade of this 12 story, 102 years old building consists of masonry and decorative terra cotta stones. During the façade restoration several spalled stones where replaced with precast stones that matched the original in color, texture and profile. Merritt was able to salvage many of original cracked stones by pinning them and injecting repair grout into the cracks.

After a tragic plane crash into the north side of building in 2006, Merritt Engineering performed emergency façade repairs. After 2006 Merritt continued to service the building including a full façade restoration, terrace waterproofing and Local Law 11/98 inspection.The Belaire has spectacular views of the East River.

Located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, the Manhattan House has become a Modernist icon with a distinctive white brick exterior and progressive post-war design. Designed in 1950 and Landmarked in 2007, the development continues to preserve the purity, charisma and functionality that it has become known for.As part of the development’s continued maintenance and improvement program, Merritt Engineering was retained to inspect and evaluate the façade conditions of the 21-story, 10-tower condominium complex. The repairs designed and specified by Merritt include brick replacement, re-pointing, window lintel waterproofing, window caulking, parapet replacement and reconstruction of corner wall sections. Merritt has also completed a roof replacement and Local Law 11/98 inspections at the building.

The Prasada, located at 50 Central Park West in New York City, originally constructed in 1907, is a prewar building known for its intricate exterior details and impressive entrance. This famous landmark building had visible façade deterioration which Merritt Engineering Consultants, P.C. was hired to address in a multi-million dollar restoration project.The scope of work included a full facade restoration, sidewalk & vault restoration, steel reinforcement & replacement and a complete restoration of the grand front entrance.Merritt also provided the special inspection services on this project, including Structural Stability inspections required by the NYC Building Code, throughout the entire project.

Given its coveted landmark status in 1984, the Rockefeller Apartments are still one of Manhattan’s most aesthetically pleasing buildings. Standing tall across from the Museum of Modern Art’s sculpture garden Merritt Engineering was retained to complete the façade & window restoration of the very visible exterior. A full roof & terrace replacement and waterproofing was also completed along with Local Law 11/98 repairs.

Rivergate is a 706-unit hi-rise luxury rental building located on East 34th Street in Manhattan. Merritt Engineering developed a program for the restoration of the masonry facades, concrete spandrels, balconies and for the replacement of the roofing systems at the main roof and terrace levels.MEC inspected 350+ balcony railings to comply with Local Law 11/98 Amended Rule 103-04 (Title 1 of the Rules of the City of New York), which now requires close inspection of the balusters, intermediate rails, and filler panels of all balcony railings on a building to determine whether the railings are safe.

Merritt Engineering has recently completed its $10 Million dollar Facade Restoration, Roof Replacement, FAE Equipment and Structural Repair project at 395 Flatbush Avenue Extension in Brooklyn, NY. Completed work includes recoating and resealing of the entire curtain wall façade, the installation of a new hybrid roof system (with a lightweight concrete insulation), the reinforcement of the roof top steel track for the window washing equipment, the replacement of the FAE equipment, and the reinforcement and fireproofing of miscellaneous steel beams and columns.

Known for its dramatic presence and across from beautiful Bryant Park, 500 5th Avenue is home to top quality office and retail tenants. Merritt Engineering was responsible for restoring the building’s delicate facades consisting of limestone and terra cotta. MEC also performed a roof replacement and Local Law 11/98 inspections at the NYC Landmark.

Located in bustling SoHo, 530 Broadway boasts beautiful terra cotta, wood windows, cornice and other ornamental features. MEC was able to develop a comprehensive facade restoration program to repair and maintain the historic integrity of the building. Additional work included a partial roof restoration, wood window restoration and cornice restoration; all while working closely with the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission.

In 2012, Hurricane Sandy left considerable damage on the roof of this Long Island office property. Merritt Engineering provided services to review the roof damages caused by the hurricane, and developed documents for the replacement of the roofs at 1981 and 1983 Marcus Avenue. MEC also completed a parking garage restoration at both properties. Based on a structural survey performed of the 3-level parking garage, Merritt established a structural plan which best suited the client’s needs.

Chelsea Market is one of the most trafficked and talked-about, destinations in New York City.In 2009 Merritt Engineering completed a brick facade restoration, roof restoration, sidewalk replacement and a steel vault restoration.

Merritt Engineering worked closely with the Port Authority and utilized proper codes and regulations to complete this roof replacement project at JFK International Airport.

MEC completed a sidewalk replacement and a steel vault restoration at New York Community Bank.

1211 Avenue of the Americas, a 45 story office tower, is the world headquarters for News Corporation. During ongoing work, Merritt Engineering stayed mindful of active studios and the main News Corp electrical feed center. The plaza restoration project consisted of full removal of existing plaza pavers along all facades, the installation of a new waterproofing system throughout the plaza area and sidewalk and vault repairs.

MEC began construction on this Financial District skyscaper in 2009, repairing the Plaza level due to excessive leaks and post 9/11 damages. Water testing was performed to determine the source of water infiltration and repair details were then determined. MEC also assisted with the investigation of water intrusion into the existing Con-Edison Vaults associated with the building.

One of New York’s premier shopping malls, Roosevelt Field Mall in Garden City, has undergone many upgrades and improvements since it first opened in 1956.Merritt Engineering was retained to complete a series of projects including a Roof Replacement, Structural Assessment, Exterior Masonry Wall Restoration, Waterproofing of Interior Fountains, Exterior Signage and Construction Monitoring.