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General contractor · New York
Whole-home renovations, brownstones and custom homes across New York City, built start to finish by one licensed team. Projects from $70K.
Our approach
We don’t do small jobs. We take on serious renovations, brownstones and new homes, and give every one of them the attention a house deserves.
What we build
No juggling five subcontractors. From the first estimate to the final walkthrough, one team runs your whole project, inside and out.
Selected work
Browse recent kitchens, baths, renovations and new builds. Open any project to see it full size.
The transformation
Tired layouts, dated finishes, wasted space. We take rooms down to what matters and rebuild them to feel bright, open and new.
Client reviews
“We gut-renovated a 1905 brownstone with Egnatia and it was the calmest construction project I have ever been near. One point of contact, a clean site every evening, and a written schedule they actually kept. The masonry work on the façade is flawless.”
“They told us up front that our first idea was too small for them, then showed us how to combine it with the kitchen and bath into one project that made sense. Honest from day one. The finished apartment is unrecognisable.”
“The co-op board approval was the part I dreaded. Egnatia handled the alteration agreement, the insurance certificates and the work-hour rules without me chasing anyone. They speak Spanish with my mother, which meant she could actually be part of the decisions.”
“A rear extension plus a full systems replacement, done while we lived upstairs. Dust control, daily updates, and a foreman who answered his phone. The estimate was a range and the final number landed inside it.”
“We interviewed four contractors. Egnatia was the only one who put the schedule and the materials list in writing before asking for a deposit. The kitchen and primary bath came in on time and the tile work is beautiful.”
“A cellar conversion that turned a damp storage room into a real living space with a bathroom. They underpinned, waterproofed and finished it properly. Two years on, not a drop of water.”
How it works
We walk the property with you, talk through goals and budget, and give you a clear written estimate at no cost.
Drawings, materials, schedule and NYC permits, all settled before the first wall comes down.
Licensed trades on site, a clean job every day, and one point of contact who answers the phone.
We go room by room together and don’t call it finished until you do.
Cost estimator
Get a ballpark in under a minute. We take on projects from $70,000, so this also tells you quickly whether we’re the right fit.
$760K – $970K
A great fit.
This is exactly the kind of project we build. Send it over and we’ll set up a free on-site estimate.
A ballpark based on typical New York City costs, not a quote. Your real number comes from a free on-site estimate.
About Egnatia
Egnatia Construction Inc. has spent more than fifteen years building and renovating homes across New York City. We keep it simple: fair pricing, licensed trades, a clean job site, and work we are proud to put our name on.
Clear written estimates and honest timelines, before any work starts.
Qualified, licensed professionals on every part of the job.
Call and you reach someone who knows your project.
We work with you in English or Spanish, whichever you prefer.
Questions
We focus on substantial renovations and new builds so every project gets our full team, a dedicated point of contact and the attention to detail these homes deserve. Smaller jobs are better served by a specialist trade.
It’s a ballpark based on typical New York City costs, meant to tell you whether your plans and budget are in the same range. Your real number comes from a free on-site estimate once we’ve seen the property and your plans.
Yes. We coordinate drawings, engineering and NYC Department of Buildings filings as part of the project, or work alongside your own architect if you already have one.
Yes. We’re used to board approvals, alteration agreements, insurance certificates and building work-hour rules, and we plan the schedule around them.
Most whole-home renovations run several months; additions and new homes take longer. You’ll get a written schedule with the estimate, and we keep you updated as the work progresses.
Yes. We work with clients in English or Spanish, whichever you prefer. You can switch this website to Spanish at the top of the page.
About
Behind every successful renovation is more than a construction team. There is a commitment to quality, accountability, and the people who trust us with their homes.
At Egnatia Construction, that commitment begins with husband-and-wife founders Xhemali (Jimmy) and Elona Lopari. With over 15 years of experience in the construction industry, Egnatia Construction has built its foundation on craftsmanship, integrity, and long-term relationships.
Jimmy brings the hands-on construction knowledge, technical expertise, and problem-solving mindset that define Egnatia’s work. With extensive experience navigating the complexities of New York City renovations, Jimmy understands that exceptional construction requires more than skilled labor. It demands thoughtful planning, precision, accountability, and the ability to find solutions when unexpected challenges arise. His philosophy is simple: Do the work right. Stand behind your word. Treat every client’s home with respect. From structural challenges to intricate interior transformations, Jimmy approaches each project with the same commitment to quality and attention to detail.
Elona brings entrepreneurial leadership, strategic vision, and a relationship-centered approach to Egnatia Construction. With a background in business development, leadership, and organizational growth, she focuses on strengthening client relationships, building strategic partnerships, and positioning Egnatia as a trusted renovation partner for homeowners, investors, and real estate professionals.
Start your project
Tell us about your project and we’ll set up a free, no-pressure estimate at your property. We take on projects from $70,000.