Updated: May 19, 2026
Location and Projects
Address
153 W 27TH ST, Manhattan, NY, 10001
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Custom Associates Construction
Based in Manhattan with a custom woodworking and assembly studio on West 27th Street in Chelsea, Custom Associates Inc specializes in high-end apartment and house renovations throughout New York City. Led by CEO and designer Thomas Newman, who holds degrees from New York University and has a background as a builder since childhood, the firm manages complex residential projects—including custom cabinet manufacturing, European millwork assembly and installation, as well as plumbing, electrical, HVAC, air conditioning, audio-visual systems, lighting, tilework, bathroom upgrades, window installation, and roof garden design. Projects are streamlined by offsite fabrication in the Chelsea shop, minimizing in-home disruption. Custom Associates is fully licensed, insured, and qualified to meet stringent board and building requirements across Manhattan’s cooperative and condominium properties.
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Custom Associates Inc Contact Information
Phone Number: (212) 242-3567
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Address: 153 W 27TH ST, Manhattan, NY 10001
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Custom Associates Inc Manhattan
Quality
96
80th percentile
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Custom Associates Inc has a BuildZoom score of 96, which places them above 80% of 77,888 contractors in New York.
Activity
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2 projects
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2025 |
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1 project
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2024 |
Our building permit records indicate that Custom Associates Inc has worked on at least
3.0 projects over the past 2 years.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
Pricing
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1 project
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$5k-$20k |
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1 project
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$50k-$100k |
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1 project
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$100k-$250k |
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Building Permits by Custom Associates Inc
This is a sample of this contractor's permits. Click here to access their complete permit history.
New alt2 application for general construction work to be performed in existing unit 16a on the 15th fl. subsequent plumbing application be filed. all in accordance with submitted plans. no changes to use egress or occupancy under this application
Valuation:
$15,008
Permit #:
M00792557-I1-GC
Status:
approved
Fee:
N/A
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N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Filing mechanical work as per plans for units ph1 & ph2. no change in use egress or occupancy. superceding mechanical scope under application 123184794. which will be withdrawn
Valuation:
$10,000
Permit #:
M01093036-I1-MS
Status:
approved
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N/A
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N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Architectural modifications to penthouse units 1 & 2 as per plans. superceding application # 123135160 to be withdrawn. no change in use egress or occupancy
Valuation:
$80,000
Permit #:
M01093036-S2-GC
Status:
approved
Fee:
N/A
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No Description Available
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Permit #:
123184794-02-EW-OT
Status:
issued
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Installation of duct-less split air conditioning system in apartment. #4. work to include new condensing unit as per plans filed herewith. no change in use egress or occupancy
Valuation:
$15,000
Permit #:
M00271636-I1-MS
Status:
approved
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N/A
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N/A
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No Description Available
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Permit #:
140979948-01-EW-OT
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issued
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No Description Available
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Permit #:
121242743-01-EW-OT
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issued
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No Description Available
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Permit #:
121242743-01-EW-MH
Status:
issued
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N/A
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No Description Available
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Permit #:
122095990-01-EW-OT
Status:
issued
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No Description Available
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Permit #:
123560663-01-EW-OT
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issued
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Renovation of existing two family dwelling including: general construction mechanical and plumkbing work. no change to use occupancy fire protection or egress. per directive 14/75
Valuation:
$615,000
Permit #:
321549838
Status:
ISSUED
Fee:
$1,716
Permit Type:
Other-general con...
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No Description Available
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Permit #:
121738897-01-EW-OT
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issued
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No Description Available
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Permit #:
122443365-01-EW-OT
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issued
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No Description Available
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Permit #:
122443365-01-EW-MH
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issued
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No Description Available
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Permit #:
122441777-01-EW-OT
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issued
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No Description Available
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Permit #:
122441777-01-EW-MH
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issued
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No Description Available
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Permit #:
140271756-01-AL
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issued
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No Description Available
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Permit #:
123585209-01-EW-OT
Status:
issued
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No Description Available
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Permit #:
121080631-01-EW-OT
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issued
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No Description Available
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Permit #:
121889108-01-EW-OT
Status:
issued
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Custom Associates Inc License info
Verified License
| License # | 0979919-DCA |
| Status | Active |
| State | New York |
| Type | Home Improvement Contractor |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of May 2026.
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License Not Verified
| License # | 019250 |
| Status | Active |
| State | New York |
| Type | General Contractor Non Registered |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of November, 2023. Check the current license status of Custom Associates Inc with the New York City Department of Buildings
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96
BuildZoom Score
Insured
| Insurer | Colony Ins Co |
Insured
| Workers Comp Provider | Nysif |
49
Permits
- Building permit records show that Custom Associates Inc has worked on 49 permitted projects.