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Open-plan kitchen, dining and living room in white with a woven-stool island, coffered ceiling and capiz chandelier, looking out to the water
ManhattanBrooklynHamptonsSouth Florida
Design-build and general contracting · Est. 42+ years

A boutique builder for homes meant to be kept.

One small team carries each renovation, restoration and new home from the first reliable budget to the final cost, then stands behind the craftsmanship for life.

View the work Before you make an offer
42+years building custom homes
Hundredsof projects, Manhattan to Montauk to South Florida
Lifetimewarranty on every piece of craftsmanship we deliver
Oneteam from budget to keys. No hand-offs.
Selected work

Lofts, townhouses, apartments
and estates. Each one entirely custom.

All projects
White kitchen with book-matched marble island and brass fittings, Mercer Street SoHo
Mercer Street, SoHo
Former artist's loft · gut renovation
 Walnut-paneled library with fireplace at 1 East End Avenue
1 East End Avenue
Upper East Side · full-home renovation
 Unlacquered brass wall-mounted faucet against veined marble
Detail
Brass on Calacatta
 Brass door hardware set into a marble jamb
Detail
Hardware
 Pool terrace behind a new shingle-style house in Old Field South
Old Field South
Long Island · new residence
 Paneled sitting room with marble fireplace and arched opening, Upper East Side townhouse
78th Street Townhouse
Upper East Side · four floors
Neighborhoods

Tribeca, SoHo, Gramercy, the Upper East Side, Brooklyn Heights, Oyster Bay Cove, Southampton, Montauk.

Browse by place
How we work with you

Three ways in.
The same team throughout.

Most clients meet us before they own the home, through the brokers who know these buildings. Many stay with us long after the last punch-list item is closed.

Sunlit SoHo loft living room with tall windows Walnut library New shingle-style house
Design-Build

Renovation, restoration and new construction

Custom millwork and moldings, kitchens and baths, whole-home gut renovations and ground-up houses. Pre-construction budgeting and scheduling through to expert management of every detail on site.

See the work
RE Asset Guardianship

Conservation of the home after we hand over the keys

Seasonal conservation, an on-the-ready crew for the small things, a client-care line for the urgent ones, and enhancement projects as your life in the home evolves. Delivered by the people who built it.

Explore guardianship
Before You Offer

A reliable renovation budget before you bid

Walk a property with us before you make an offer. Within days you have a conceptual floor plan of what it could become and a budget you can trust, so the offer you present already accounts for the home you actually want. Brokers introduce most of these buyers.

For buyers and brokers
Our builder warranty

Guaranteed for as long as you own the home.

We offer a lifetime warranty on the craftsmanship we deliver. If any workmanship or material proves defective, we return to repair, correct or replace it at no cost to the owner. You have made a serious investment in your home. Peace of mind should come with it, years after the work is complete.

Repair.
Correct.
Replace.At no cost to the owner
Clients

Don Hommel and Main Street Properties have been absolutely wonderful to work with. He has a great eye for detail and pushed us on matters knowing that in the end, we would be happy, and I can say confidently that we haven’t regretted one of his decisions or directions.”

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Chris Wanlass & Tom WellsFour floors of a five-story townhouse

“Once the project was finished, Don never disappeared and addressed any problem that arose no matter how small.”

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Gerry & Pam FerrenteApartment renovation

“Working with the Hommels is like working with friends.”

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Bianca & Eric PrumSoHo loft
Every testimonial, in full
Start a conversation

Thinking about a renovation, a new home, or a property you haven't bought yet?

Tell us where the home is and what you have in mind. Don reads every enquiry and replies personally, usually within a business day.

Emailinfo@mainstpropertiesllc.com
ServingManhattan · Brooklyn · Hamptons · South Florida
BrokersIntroducing a buyer? Ask about a pre-offer walk-through.
Existing clientsAsset Guardianship line, 24 hours
We never share your details.
Work

Hundreds of projects. Forty-two years. Every photograph from the record.

Every image from Main Street Properties' own archive, and a selection of completed addresses from forty-two years of work. Filter by place, or open any home for its full set.

Brooklyn and Hamptons galleries to follow
Old Field South
Long Island · Old Field South

Old Field South

High-end ground up new build. Interior design by Bowerbirds, Inc.

65 photographs
480 Park Ave
Manhattan · Park Avenue

480 Park Ave

Full gut renovation designed by Dunnam Zerbini Design, premier New York designers.

45 photographs
Broome Street
Manhattan · SoHo

Broome Street

Gut renovation of former artist’s loft converted into a two bed, two bath apartment.

39 photographs
78th Street
Manhattan · Upper East Side

78th Street

We had the pleasure of collaborating with homeowners, Tom and Chris, alongside their designer, Trish Knight to completely transform this four story…

36 photographs
1 East End Ave
Manhattan · Upper East Side

1 East End Ave

Gut renovation of entire home

28 photographs
Stone Hill
Long Island · Stone Hill

Stone Hill

Client purchased a new construction spec home. MSP and client redesigned the entire interior of the home with finishes that included custom trim…

22 photographs
Murray Street
Manhattan · Tribeca

Murray Street

Gut condo renovation in two phases. Phase I: kitchen and guest bath.

21 photographs
East 19th Street
Manhattan · Gramercy Park

East 19th Street

High-end custom master bath remodel. Floor to ceiling marble slab walls with custom millwork throughout.

18 photographs
Mercer Street
Manhattan · SoHo

Mercer Street

Gut renovation of former artist’s loft converted into a two bed, two bath apartment.

14 photographs
Oyster Bay Cove
Long Island · Oyster Bay Cove

Oyster Bay Cove

Gut renovation of main living area that included the kitchen, dining room, family room, living room, bar area and powder room.

14 photographs
East 52nd Street
Manhattan · Sutton Place

East 52nd Street

Gut condo renovation. MSP and client designed a space that was inclusive of a custom kitchen, media room, master bedroom and bath, guest room bedroom…

12 photographs
Soho Residence
Manhattan · SoHo

Soho Residence

The owner of this unit purchased 2 apartments and joined them together to create what is now a 3200 square foot loft.

9 photographs
Naples
South Florida · Naples

Naples

Main Street Properties in South Florida. Full project details to follow.

1 photographs
On the record

A selection of completed addresses

Drawn from hundreds of projects over forty-two years. Not a complete list.
  • 6th Street, Brooklyn, New York
  • Old Sag Harbor Rd., Southampton, New York
  • 8 65th Avenue, New York
  • 300 Central Park West, New York
  • 1 East End Ave., New York
  • North Main, Southampton, New York
  • 1201 Park Avenue, New York
  • 200 East 66th Street, New York
  • 105 East 29th Street, New York
  • 160 East 65th Street, New York
  • North 9th Street, Brooklyn, New York
  • Mt Grey Road, Old Field South, New York
  • 90 Furman Street, Brooklyn
  • 55 Poplar Street, New York
  • 380 Rector Place, New York
  • 25 Murray Street, New York
  • 120 East 90th Street, New York
  • 20 Pine Street, New York
  • 308 East 79th Street, New York
  • 456 Broome Street, New York
  • 133 Mercer Street, New York
  • East 78th Street, New York
  • One East End Avenue, New York
  • Grace Lane, Oyster Bay Cove, New York
  • Buckingham Court, Muttontown, New York
  • 310 West End Avenue, New York
  • Soundview Drive, Montauk, New York
  • 61 Jane Street, New York
  • Stony Brook Avenue, Stony Brook, New York
  • 200 Mercer Street, New York
  • 542 Laguardia Place, New York
  • 214 West 15th Street, New York
  • 39 5th Avenue, New York
  • 110 Riverside Drive, New York
  • 480 Park Ave., New York
  • 26 Old Sag Harbor Road, Southampton, New York
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RE Asset Guardianship

The people who built your home, keeping it.

A fine home is an asset that needs stewarding, not just fixing. Asset Guardianship is our conservation program for the homes we build and the homes we are asked to look after: discreet, scheduled, and carried out by the same crew that knows where every wire and shut-off is.

Paneled hallway of a renovated Upper East Side townhouse
ManhattanBrooklynHamptonsSouth Florida
Five commitments

What guardianship covers

Choose the whole program or begin with the one you need most. Every commitment is delivered under our lifetime craftsmanship warranty.

Asset Guardianship

The program itself: a single point of responsibility for the home. It begins with a baseline assessment of every system and finish, produces a living record of the house, and puts one name on the other end of the phone for everything that follows.

  • Baseline assessment of structure, systems and finishes
  • The home record: drawings, finishes, warranties, service history
  • One point of contact for the owner, the building and the trades
  • Annual review and the year's conservation plan
  • Oversight of every visit under the four commitments below
  • Delivered under the lifetime craftsmanship warranty
The program

Longevity Conservation

Scheduled, seasonal care that finds the small failure before it becomes the expensive one. We manage the annual calendar your home requires so you are free to simply live in it.

  • Mechanical and boiler service
  • Roof, flashing and gutter inspection
  • Stone sealing and grout
  • Millwork humidity and finish
  • Window and door seals
  • Envelope and drainage walk
Replaces "preventive maintenance"

On-the-Ready Conservation

A dedicated crew for the things that come up between visits: a sticking door, a failed fixture, a wall to be patched before guests arrive. One call, a known face, done properly.

  • Same-week response
  • Familiar crew, vetted trades
  • Paint, hardware, fixtures, shelving
  • Coordination with your building staff
Replaces "on-call maintenance"

Client Care Response

When water is where it shouldn't be, or the heat fails in January, you reach a person, not a voicemail. We stabilize, make safe, and manage the repair and the insurance conversation from there.

  • 24-hour line, live answer
  • Leak, storm and power response
  • Make-safe and dry-out
  • Insurance documentation
Emergency response

Asset Enhancement & Beautification

Homes evolve with the people in them. When it is time to rethink a kitchen, add a study or refresh the finishes, the same design-build team that knows the home takes it on with the same rigor on cost and quality.

  • Kitchen and bath refreshes
  • Custom millwork additions
  • Lighting and finish upgrades
  • Systems replacement, planned not forced
Capital improvements
A year in the life of the home

The Longevity Conservation calendar

Illustrative. Each home receives its own schedule after a baseline assessment.

Spring

Mar – May
  • Roof, flashing and gutters after winter
  • Exterior masonry and caulk
  • Cooling systems commissioned
  • Irrigation and drainage check

Summer

Jun – Aug
  • Pool and terrace stone sealing
  • Window and door hardware
  • Millwork humidity survey
  • Unoccupied-home checks while you're away

Fall

Sep – Nov
  • Boiler and heating service
  • Chimney and fireplace inspection
  • Weather seals and storm prep
  • Exterior lighting and timers

Winter

Dec – Feb
  • Pipe-freeze prevention walk
  • Humidity for wood floors and paneling
  • Snow-load and ice-dam watch
  • Planning the year's enhancements
Client Care Response

Something urgent? You reach a person.

Guardianship clients reach a 24-hour line answered live by a dedicated answering service, with a crew that already knows the home behind it. Everyone else is welcome to call during business hours and we will help where we can.

24 / 7Number to follow
Before You Offer

Know the renovation number before you name your price.

Most buyers bid on a property and only later learn what it costs to make it theirs. We draft an initial conceptual plan off the existing floor plan, then price it to hand you a reliable budget within days, so the offer you present is an informed one.

i

Walk it with us

Your broker arranges a visit. Don walks the property with you and listens to how you want to live in it.

Day 0 · on site
ii

See the vision

You receive an initial conceptual plan and room program, drafted from the existing floor plan. It is not an architectural drawing, and Don reviews it before it reaches you.

Within 48 hours
iii

Bid with the number

A reliable renovation budget, built from forty-two years of real New York costs, that you can couple with the property price to make a confident offer.

Within days
Our commitment

Within ten percent, from the day we meet to the day we finish.

A buyer hears a number from an architect, a broker or another builder, and by the end the home costs two or three times what anyone said. The apartment is bought, and now they are stuck. We build these homes every day and we know the numbers. The budget we give you before your offer holds to within ten percent of the finished cost, unless the scope changes dramatically along the way. That risk moves from you to us.

Meet.
Plan.
Price.Within days
Initial Concept Plan

Start your initial concept plan

Upload the listing floor plan, tell us how you live, and a first concept is drafted while you wait. Don reviews every sketch and budget personally before it is sent.

Live tool → plan.mainstpropertiesllc.com
listing-floorplan-4B.pdfExisting plan · 1,920 sq ft · uploaded
Drafted with AI. Reviewed by Don.Open the live initial concept plan tool
Concept A · 133 Mercer St · 2 bed / 2 bath · 1,920 sq ftAwaiting Don's review
Concept only · not for construction Living & dining 26' 0" × 22' 6" · brick & windows kept Kitchen Island 11' · range wall on party wall Primary bedroom 15' 0" × 14' 0" · rear, quiet Primary bath Guest bedroom 12' 0" × 12' 6" Guest bath Entry W/D + coats Pantry Street wall · N Scale approx. 1/8" = 1'

Room program

Living & dining, open585 sq ft
Kitchen with island210 sq ft
Primary bedroom210 sq ft
Primary bath95 sq ft
Guest bedroom150 sq ft
Guest bath60 sq ft
Entry, W/D, pantry, closets≈ 610 sq ft

Budget band · illustrative

Kitchen & custom millwork$— to $—
Two bathrooms$— to $—
Flooring, plaster & finishes$— to $—
Mechanical, electrical, plumbing$— to $—
Design, filings & building$— to $—
Contingency10%
Planning rangeSet by Don

Ranges are populated from MSP's own cost history at review, never shown to a client before Don has signed off.

What you receive: a PDF with this sketch, the program, the budget band and a note from Don on what he saw at the walk-through. Typically within 48 hours.

Book a walk-through
Reading the listing plan…
For brokers

Your buyer bids with confidence. Your deal closes.

A reliable renovation number removes the biggest unknown from a purchase. Introduce us early, we come to the second showing, keep the conversation discreet, and turn around a concept and a budget fast enough to matter in a competitive bid.

Sitting room with marble fireplace in a renovated Upper East Side townhouse
ManhattanBrooklynHamptonsSouth Florida
42+years building custom homes
Hundredsof projects, apartments to estates
Daysfrom walk-through to a budget your buyer can bid on
Lifetimecraftsmanship warranty your buyer keeps
i

Introduce the buyer

A short form or a call. We never contact a seller or listing agent, and we never approach your client directly.

Two minutes
ii

We walk it with you

Don comes to the second showing, listens to how your buyer wants to live, and reads the building.

At the showing
iii

Concept and budget

A conceptual layout and a renovation range, reviewed by Don, that your buyer couples with the asking price to present an informed offer.

Within days
Introduce a client How Before You Offer works
Introduce a client

Tell us about the buyer and the property.

Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Hamptons and South Florida. Forty-two years and hundreds of projects behind every number we give your client. Don reads every introduction himself.

Confidential. We never contact a seller or listing agent.
42+years
Hundredsof projects

Where we work

Manhattan · Brooklyn · Hamptons · South Florida

The record

Homes photographed in full, and a selection of completed addresses. See the work, or the address list.

Testimonials

In our clients' words, in full.

Every testimonial Main Street Properties has published, unedited. Clients, a condominium board, and a mechanical contractor who has worked alongside the firm.

We are very pleased with the work from Don at Main Street Properties. He transformed our kitchen with beautiful custom cabinetry and marble countertops, as well as re-design of overall kitchen layout involving move/new plumbing, raised ceiling with new HVAC, and order/install of new appliances. He did such a great job with this project, we had him for our 2 bathroom full transformations and gut/remodel entryway/master bedroom custom built closets. Don guarantees his work and always available for follow-up and other projects, like paint, wallpaper, light fixtures, shelving. If you want good quality, this is for you.

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Lesley and Brian KellyClient

“A great eye for detail.”

Don Hommel and Main Street Properties have been absolutely wonderful to work with. For full transparency, our extensive project isn’t quite finished, but given we are in the 8th month of a 9 month project, we have truly gotten a great sense of Don’s work and partnership. Admittedly, this started out as a smaller renovation, certainly more cosmetic than structural. However, given we are taking on 4 floors of a 5 story townhouse, as we got into the project, our appetite to do more increased and Don showed great flexibility along the way. He has a great eye for detail and pushed us on matters knowing that in the end, we would be happy, and I can say confidently that we haven’t regretted one of his decisions or directions. Our Designer is in another country, but that hasn’t stopped Don in working well with her and making himself available to any of her questions or requests. He has a good sense of follow through and is always easy to reach via phone, text or email. At this stage, the finishes are coming together and we are blown away by the quality of the work. It is also worth mentioning, he’s just a nice guy to work with. All of this and we have a Phase 2 coming and Don would certainly be on the top of our list for doing that job! He is a strong recommend in my book.

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Chris Wanlass and Tom WellsClient

“Working with the Hommels is like working with friends.”

You know how so many people say they hate working with contractors? We never once thought that during our experience with Don, Lori and Main Street Properties — in fact, we felt the complete opposite. Working with the Hommels is like working with friends. Throughout our renovation, we felt that they always had our best interests at heart and that we were all on the same team, working towards a shared goal of building the home of our dreams from scratch. Above all, Don gets things done. We told him up-front that we didn't have much spare time to focus on our renovation, so he took the reins and led our project himself. I never worried about him moving too slowly or having to check in on him -- he was a consistent presence in my inbox and on my phone, providing me updates and timelines and presenting me with handpicked options. If I ever struggled with a vendor, he would step in and deal with the issue himself until it was resolved. He just made everything easier for us. For example, when it came to the hardware for our kitchen, all I had to do was send him a few inspiration photos, and a few weeks later the pulls of my dreams magically appeared. For our guest bathroom, I had my heart set on a certain tile that was no longer being manufactured; Don took the material used for that tile and had his sub cut it to replicate the shape. Ultra-custom work at no added cost to us. In other instances, Don managed to take what our budget allowed for and transform it into something that looked much more expensive -- such as using 2cm stone to create what look like floating 12-inch slab-style benches in our showers, which are absolutely gorgeous. An added bonus: Don has impeccable taste. When things didn't work out with our designer, I never felt the need to search for a new one because I knew we were in such good hands. From designing perfect built-ins to helping select stone to making recommendations for everything from our cabinetry to our fixtures, every choice he made was the right one for our aesthetic and our space. If you walk into a home Don has worked on, you'll know it. The millwork will be of the highest quality. All of the finishes will be top-notch. And there will be a little something special you can't put your finger on. With Don, small details that others wouldn't even think of come standard-issue—closet poles are finished to match the hardware in the rest of the space, vent covers are custom, shower controls are placed where you can turn them on before you step in, shower drains are barely visible, stone is practically seamless at the edges... All these little things add up to an ultra-luxe end result, and they show all up in your home without you even having to ask for them. Don shared our vision for our home, one that was sophisticated, contemporary and high-end, and he achieved it. We absolutely loved working with him and Lori, and we are looking forward to our next project together!

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Bianca and Eric PrumClient

“Professional and courteous.”

I was introduced to Don through my Real Estate broker after exploring options on my own. Don made the process very simple from start to finish. He was easy to communicate with, and his team of workers were professional and courteous. Even though my job is complete, Don stays in touch and is willing to service any touch ups in the apartment that are necessary. I would happily refer him to anyone in need of a contractor.

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Jonathan RosenbaumClient

“Take pride in doing their projects the “right” way.”

As president and owner of Phoenix Air Conditioning & Heating Inc, I have had the pleasure of doing business with Don Hommel of Main Street Properties for almost 15 years. The staff and crew at Main Street Properties are exceptional people to work with. Main Street Properties not only is a professional company but they take pride in doing their projects the “right” way. It is more than refreshing to have someone in the construction industry who really cares. We at Phoenix look forward to working with Main Street Properties for many more years to come.

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Paul Scholz, Phoenix Air Conditioning & Heating IncClient

“The entire project was smooth and a success.”

Our condominium contracted with Main Street properties to do a complete renovation of the hallways. Main Street was there from the beginning working closely with the board members, management and interior design team to make sure our visions aligned and would be practically executed. Main Street completed the project on time and under budget and therefore was able to satisfy a diverse group of New Yorkers, not an easy task. The workmanship was thoughtful and detailed. Their staff was thorough, polite and neat. The entire project was smooth and a success. Main Street properties was a real pleasure to work with and made all of our jobs easier. Thank you to Don Hommel and his competent team.

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Michael CohenClient

He took the time to talk to us about the things that were really important and what we wanted from the space and then made it a personal mission to make it happen.

Don Hommel and Main Street Properties helped make our ambitious vision to gut renovate a loft that hadn't been touched since the 1970's to life. As first time home buyers we were nervous about taking on such a large project but Don was very patient and present from the very beginning (he even came to open houses with us to give an idea of the work needed). He was referred to us by close friends who we trust and who's apartment turned out stunning, so we knew we were in good hands.

The quality of the renovation really shows, the millwork detail is elegant, the paint job beautiful, the stone work stunning. It's not just the more visible aspects of the apartment that we're impressed with though, we had to run all new plumbing, electrical, windows, HVAC, sprinklers, etc and we've had no issues and everything passed inspections. He took the time to talk to us about the things that were really important and what we wanted from the space and then made it a personal mission to make it happen. Case in point, my husband loves to cook and we originally thought that we couldn't vent the exhaust out over the stove (which really sets the smoke alarms off and was a little thing but really important to him) but Don worked with the building and found a way to make it happen.

The continued communication and support as our project comes to a close has made our lives so much easier, Don has sent his team countless times to pop in and check on something or do a quick fix. The thoughtfulness and generosity with his time is invaluable. He was always easy to reach and prompt in responding to our millions of questions. We had many phone calls going over budgets and options, he took the time to price out multiple scenarios as the project progressed so we felt confident in our decision making and came to meet with vendors to help walk us through options. He also has a great team of vendors who he referred us to along the way, this helped keep us from getting overwhelmed since we didn't use a designer for the project.

We also appreciate how knowledgeable and professional he is, we live in a CO-OP building and wanted to make sure the renovation didn't cause any issues with our neighbors, if there was ever anything of concern he would address it immediately and make sure all parties were satisfied.

Thank you don and Main Street Properties for helping us bring our vision to life and creating a home that will stand the test of time.

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Rebecca and Josh WilliamsClient

“In addition to a beautiful new home - I have also made a lifelong friend”

Main Street just finished a complete gut renovation of our house in Montauk. As a career real estate professional focusing on residential development - I have seen many projects over the years. I'd put Don and the team at the top of the heap. They finished the project on an aggressive schedule even with owner-driven scope changes along the way. The execution was A+. On top of that - Don is extremely enjoyable to work with and incredibly responsive. In addition to a beautiful new home - I have also made a lifelong friend (and contractor!).

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Adam RapportClient · 8/17/2022

“Their craftsmanship and work product are world-class and the work lasts a lifetime.”

Don and Main Street Properties were excellent to work with. Their craftsmanship and work product are world-class and the work lasts a lifetime. Additionally, Don's responsiveness to unexpected issues during a renovation makes the renovation process smooth and less stressful. Don is also great and helpful on issues that arise after a job is complete, and that is a great level of service that is rare in the general contracting space.

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Matt ChoiClient · 10/12/2022

I’ve worked with many general contractors on renovations over the past 30 years, and have rarely encountered a G.C. like Don Hommel.

We’ve been exceptionally well taken care of by Main Street Properties these past weeks following the flood. Thank you so much for putting us in touch so quickly after the incident. I’ve worked with many general contractors on renovations over the past 30 years, and have rarely encountered a G.C. like Don Hommel. His day-to-day responsiveness, attention to detail, and overall client service have been extraordinary. He is a real gem, and his subs have been top-notch.

Thanks to Don’s expediency, we were able to start moving back into our office/studio area this past weekend, which is where I am writing from. We are grateful that Main Street Properties has taken such remarkable ownership in helping to restore our home.

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IrenaClient · 11/01/22

Having seen Don’s work in person, his repertoire of work on his website, and the professionalism he exudes, I even introduced him to one of my best friends.

I was expecting a hostile confrontation with whoever was overseeing the project that caused the flooding; to deflect blame, minimize their perception of the damage, and essentially say 'too bad. It has been the exact opposite. Don and his team came in (when I say team, there was a lead for Electrical, Painting, Sheetrocking, etc., etc.), they assessed the damage on all the floors and within a few days, repairs started. The speed at which they started repairs was essential to us, as, on two floors, we literally had open walls to the common areas. Don has even done updates for us that were completely out of the scope of the repairs, gratis. He also introduced us to an Electrical company for the update on the electrical panel we have been trying to do for the past 2 years, of which we will likely hire for the project. The only thing slowing down the completion of the project so far has been the availability of exact replacements of vanities and mirrors in the bathrooms, all out of any of our controls. Having seen Don's work in person, his repertoire of work on his website, and the professionalism he exudes, I even introduced him to one of my best friends looking to do a renovation on an apartment in TriBeCa.

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ChrisClient · 11/01/22
About

Completely custom, from inception to completion.

Main Street Properties, USA, LLC is a design-build firm and general contractor committed to the highest level of integrity, service and craftsmanship. Over four decades of custom homes for private clients in New York, and now bringing the firm to our clients in South Florida.

Donald J. Hommel, founder

Donald J. Hommel, founder

Don graduated from Buffalo State in 1983 and set out almost immediately to build his own construction company. Over four decades it has become one of New York's most trusted design-build firms and general contractors for a particular kind of client: people who want a superbly managed, entirely custom home and expect to deal with the person responsible for it.

Don is involved in every step of a project, on site and off. He treats every home with the care he would give his own, and clients say the same thing in different words: he does not disappear when the job is done.

We partner with an exceptional network of subcontractors, suppliers, architects and designers. Our reputation rests on quality control, timeliness and meticulous project management, and on the relationships that outlast the work.

Don is now bringing the firm to clients in South Florida, with the same crew standards, the same warranty and the same personal involvement in every project.

Where we build

City, shore and everything between

Manhattan

Lofts, pre-war apartments and townhouses from Tribeca and SoHo to Gramercy and the Upper East Side.

Since 1984

Brooklyn

Brooklyn Heights, Williamsburg and the brownstone neighborhoods.

Townhouses and apartments

The Hamptons

Southampton, Montauk and the North Fork, with estate work on Long Island's North Shore.

New construction and whole-house renovation

South Florida

Don is now bringing the firm to clients in South Florida, with the same crew standards and the same lifetime warranty.

Now accepting projects
Testimonials

In our clients' words

Read every testimonial in full

“A great eye for detail.”

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Chris Wanlass & Tom WellsTownhouse

“Their craftsmanship and work product are world-class and the work lasts a lifetime.”

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Matt ChoiClient · 10/12/2022

“In addition to a beautiful new home - I have also made a lifelong friend”

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Adam RapportMontauk · 8/17/2022