I hired Vinnie's Italian Art Ironworks to do a series of iron jobs at my house here in Brooklyn…read more They made me two new tree-pit enclosures, repaired a landmarked fence that had been damaged by tree growth and made me a hatch plate to cover a drain access point on my back deck. They did great work on all four jobs and I couldn't be happier. They were a breeze to communicate with - super friendly and easy to schedule. Best of all they do meticulous work with a high degree of craftsmanship - you can tell they love ironwork and they shared many points of interest about the historic iron on my property. These guys are artisans and it shows in their work. The best in the borough for sure - I can't recommend them highly enough.

I have a historic brownstone in Park Slope and the iron grate underneath my stoop was damaged, it…read morehad a large hole in the center. I was concerned that any repair would stand out. Dominick inspected the grate and assured me his team could handle it. They did a wonderful job, they really are artists! You cannot tell where the repair was made. Very happy with the work and highly recommend Italian Art Ironworks. Valerie Zilbersher

I am writing this as a fair warning to people to not use AJ Iron Works for their iron work and/or…read moresteel deck. The following is an account of my experience in working with them from July to Dec 2022 to construct a 10x17 foot steel deck with railings in my Brooklyn backyard. Their overall work during this project was completely unacceptable. And since project completion, they have continued to refuse to rectify the issues that occurred less than 4 months after finishing the job. I will attach pictures through Yelp. 1. Deck deformities: There are 2 deformities that they neglected to mention to me at the time of installation, one is a warping of the I-beam structure, and the other is a bent piece of steel where the staircase is cemented into the ground. 2. Bluestone and Fence damage: As they were installing the deck and painting it, they never properly covered the bluestone that was just installed and dropped black paint on the newly laid bluestone patio and fence. They tried to remove the paint with some abrasive material/products and ruined $7,300 worth of bluestone that had to be replaced. They also left black paint on the newly installed fence. They tried to blame the contractor's men for the damage, but the contractor's men had not been at the work site for at least a week. 3. Timeline delays: They were severely behind on timelines around the NYC permitting process as well as securing the necessary documents to obtain permits. There were lapses in between when the work was being done that were not forecasted or explained to me that put the project behind ~3 weeks. 4. Communication issues: Throughout the job, communication had been both non-existent and inconsistent. Some days I had no idea the guys were coming over. And other days when they said they were going to come over they didn't...and then would possibly show up the next day. There were some 'front office' illnesses that could have explained the lack of communication; however, a proper business would have a back-up person communicating to all customers. 5. Rust damage: They claim that the deck railings were properly primed and painted, however the amount of rust damage observed (starting Feb 2023), would suggest otherwise. In fact, I have spoken to 2 other iron works companies who both doubt that the railings were primed and painted correctly. Sandy at AJ will say that he offered to touch up spots that we noticed in Dec 2022, but I would not allow him to do so after he ruined the stone and fence (see above). The amount of rust that now exists has gone way beyond needing touch up's to be done, especially since nothing was likely primed properly to being with. I have since worked with another company to fix the rust issue because AJ has continued to refuse to review the damage and remedy the situation. I had to pay for this all out of my own pocket, which was a very expensive job. When I provided this quote to Sandy at AJ and asked for reimbursement, he initially did not return my communication. I gave AJ one last chance to rectify the situation and make good on all the damage, time, aggravation, and out of pocket costs that this ordeal has caused me by sending this note to him in hopes that he would do the right thing. But he continues to decline. Please see pictures attached in their profile on Yelp of all the above. To anyone looking to work with a company for your iron and/or deck needs, I would absolutely not work with AJ iron works in any capacity if you wanted a quality outcome on your project.

We hired AJ Iron Works to repair a horribly rusted out, badly built deck with a handicap ramp on…read morethe outside of our landmark building. Having been burned by a large Westchester Contracting Company 12 years ago we knew how we had been screwed and we were determined to educate ourselves and know what we needed. AJ Iron Works is a small iron work company and we were very hands on with them and they with us. AJ Iron Works did a great job and we are happy with our new deck and ramp.. We did not have a bad experience like the other reviewer. AJ gave us a very fare price, guaranteed their work, answered all our phone calls, came to the building several times before we hired them to make sure they knew what we needed to have done, which the previous contractor failed to do. Sandy was very patient and let us visit their metal shop to see their work and to reassure us we would not have the problems we had in the past. Our job was outside and subject to rain delays, subway problems for his workers. Despite all of that the job finish on time. We appreciated getting Sandy's 7AM calls letting us know if they weren't going to be able to work due to unforeseen problems. It was a really big job on a major NYC street surrounded with restaurants, so we made a judgment call to hire a retired contractor friend to oversee the work and direct foot traffic in and around our building. I'm glad we did because we never had any complaints from our neighbors and this allowed Sandy's workers to just focus on the metal work. Sandy was a man of his word. He said it would take 3 weeks and he was communicative throughout the job. Both Sandy & his head guy Bobby are very knowledgeable, they know their stuff! The deck and handicap ramp was pitched perfect so there is no pooling after a rain. We finally had the right supports and are confident about the work that was done. In fact, when we are outside sweeping people stop us to tell us what a beautiful job it is!

I can't speak highly enough about this company! Quick, responsive, so professional and kind. I have…read moreloved working with L Torres Gate and recommend them to anyone needing a new or repaired roll gate. I moved into an old commercial spot where the roll gate was too low and wasn't working very well. They quickly gave me a super competitive quote, came the next day, installed a new spring for the motor, raised the gate, and even repainted the gate and swept the area without my asking! This company is wonderful.

They were fast, on time, and reasonably priced. I would definitely call them again if I need…read moreanything again in the future.

This company was very professional and easy to work with. They communicated well and repaired the…read moreclosing mechanism on my front gate. My husband and I are now speaking with them about possibly doing other projects around our home.

From the owner: Davila Welding – Strength in Every Weld, Quality in Every Job…read moreLocated in Brooklyn, NY, Davila Welding specializes in custom metal fabrication, welding, and repairs for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. What Makes Us Unique? Expert Craftsmanship – Precision welding for durability and aesthetics. Versatile Services – Metal roll gates, railings, staircases, handrails, custom fabrication, decorative ironwork, and security gates. Advanced Welding Techniques – MIG, TIG, and stick welding, plus CNC plasma cutting for intricate designs. Rust Repair & Restoration – Extending the life of aging metal structures. Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed – High-quality work that meets expectations. Whether you need a new gate, fence, balcony, or metal repairs, Davila Welding is your trusted welding expert in NYC.

Fantastic job!! Highly recommend joe and his team. Very professional every step of the way.read more

From the owner: Custom Fixtures is an architectural metal fabrication company that offers laser cutting, water jet…read morecutting, advanced CNC machining services, Welding and polishing in various materials such as Steel, Stainless steel, Brass and Bronze,and Aluminum etc. We offer complete Architectural Fabricated metal solutions from start to finish. From design to fabrication process, to furnished product in the highest possible quality. www.customfixturesonline.com

We had the pleasure of working with Gasper Nogara on our historic 1850 Greek Revival brownstone in…read moreJersey City & we couldn't be more thrilled with the results. T he project involved the installation of custom cast iron railings & a side fence, and the team at Piscopo Iron Works exceeded every expectation. From our initial consultation, it was clear that Gasper had a deep understanding of local Landmarks regulations and, more importantly, a genuine respect for preserving the historic integrity of our home. He thoughtfully guided us through design options that would complement the existing architecture while meeting modern safety standards. Every curve, scroll & detail was meticulously crafted, even the boot scrapers, all inspired by a 1938 photograph of the original ironwork that had been removed sometime in the 1960s. Bringing that history back to life was incredibly meaningful to us. The craftsmanship is exceptional. The ironwork is not only visually striking but also solid, substantial & beautifully constructed. It has dramatically enhanced the curb appeal of our brownstone, restoring a sense of period authenticity while elevating the overall presence of the home & the block. Neighbors & visitors consistently compliment how the new railings & fence have transformed the façade, adding both elegance & distinction. Throughout the entire process, Gasper communicated clearly & demonstrated professionalism at every stage. He welcomed us to visit his workshop to better understand the fabrication process & meet his team, which gave us even greater confidence in the work being done. The installation crew was punctual, respectful of our property & once the project was scheduled, the installation was completed on time. Gasper's commitment to quality & customer satisfaction was evident from start to finish. We've included photos documenting the full journey from before & after views, to workshop visits & final installation, along with some of the special details we particularly appreciated, such as the custom boot scrapers & the back plate for the flagpole holder. We are incredibly satisfied with the final result & highly recommend Piscopo Iron Works, especially for historic properties. Their expertise, craftsmanship & dedication to honoring architectural heritage are truly exceptional.

I had a quite negative experience with Gasper, the owner of this company, when they were working on…read moreour street during alternate side parking. While I was parked opposite an empty spot, the owner arrived but could not fit his truck into it so placed cones to prevent me from moving my vehicle back. Then, when I tried to repark, he addressed me dismissively about how "the spot doesn't belong to you" -- despite coning it off for himself -- while another man forced his truck into the middle of the (very long) spot. This ironic part of this was that there was enough space for both our vehicles, so the rudeness and assertion of dominance was completely unnecessary. What's perhaps worse than just the parking disagreement is that after posting this note, the owner found my phone number on the internet and sent a variety of text messages calling me names and other ad hominem attacks. This was also totally unnecessary. I cannot recommend working with this business because in case there's a disagreement of some sort, interacting with the owner could become genuinely frightening.

This company has disappeared off the face of the earth with no way to contact them. I have a large…read moresum of money tied up in a gift certificate I gave to my boyfriend for his 40th birthday. He can't use it and I can't even get hold of anyone from the organization to refund (or give an explanation--did they go broke and steal my money? I have no idea). Hopefully they will respond to this message, or one of the emails I sent them, or the Instagram DM I sent them, or the message I sent to the Guilford Art Center where one of the blacksmiths seems to have moved, so we can resolve this matter out of the courts.

OMG. Everything hurts. EVERYTHING HURTS!!! But that class…read morewas awesome. Ron is an amazing instructor. There were 7 of us and we still all got plenty of 1 on 1 instruction. He wouldn't let me use the blood of my enemies to treat the metal, but you win some you lose some.

These guys are fantastic! My job was pretty simple but they did super fast, thorough, and clean…read morework, and were so nice and helpful (thanks so much to Steve and Roberto from the front office). Thanks a million! Definitely recommend their work.

I found HMH Iron Works while searching on Yelp and am so pleased to have contacted them. The owner…read moreSteve responded to my inquiry immediately. He creates magnificent work, well executed, a pleasure to work with.