We Don’t Cut Corners.
We Build For Decades.
In a city filled with fly-by-night remodelers and general contractors who subcontract your job to the lowest bidder, New Build Masters was founded on a simple principle: True master craftsmanship from the bare framing to the final wipe down.
The Tile Industry’s Dirty Secret: Tile & Grout Are Porous.
Most homeowners assume tile and grout keep water out. They don’t. Water constantly seeps through micro-pores in cementitious grout. If a contractor tiles directly over greenboard drywall or skips the continuous waterproof membrane, that moisture rots wall studs and leaks into the apartment below.
At New Build Masters, we consider RedGard liquid waterproofing our signature badge of honor. Every custom shower gets high-density cement board, alkali-resistant fiberglass mesh on all seams, two generous continuous coats of elastomeric RedGard, and a full 24-hour water flood test before a single tile is set.
Continuous Elastomeric Barrier
No gaps, no pinholes. Seamless transition from the pre-pitched shower floor to the recessed custom niche.
100% RedGard Prep Certified
Every custom shower substrate receives a continuous double-coat elastomeric membrane and passes a 24-hour flood test before any tile is laid.
Zero-Lippage Precision
We use mechanical leveling systems on all 24x48 slabs and subway tiles, ensuring perfectly flat, smooth surfaces that never snag.
Direct Master Supervision
No anonymous subbed-out crews. The experienced master builder who evaluates your space leads the hands-on installation.
5-Year Workmanship Warranty
We build for decades, not months. All custom tile, stone veneer, and hardscaping work is backed by our written 5-year guarantee.
Real Craftsmanship is What Happens Behind the Tile
Any handyman can stick tiles on a wall. But in NYC buildings, shortcuts lead to catastrophic ceiling leaks and rotten studs. Drag the slider below to see how our dual-coat RedGard waterproofing prep transforms into a luxury master bathroom.
Master Shower: RedGard Waterproof Membrane Prep vs. Finished Tile
Location: Queens / BrooklynAnyone can lay tile; real master craft is what happens behind the tile. We apply full double-coat RedGard waterproofing over cement backer board, seal all niche transitions, and pass a 24-hour flood test before setting the first tile.
Work Directly With A Master Craftsman
Schedule an on-site consultation. We bring samples, laser measuring tools, and direct pricing with zero sales games.