Up high, a railing is not decoration. Roof decks and terraces need guards built to code height, solidly anchored into structure, and detailed so they don't puncture the roofing membrane and cause leaks below.
We work with roofers, GCs and building owners on new roof decks, parapet-height extensions and balcony rail replacements, in steel, aluminum or stainless depending on weight and exposure.
What we do: balcony & roof deck railings
Applications
- Roof deck perimeter guardrails
- Parapet extension railings
- Balcony and Juliet balcony railings
- Terrace and setback railings
- Fire-escape-adjacent and bulkhead guards
Infill options
- Vertical pickets
- Horizontal bar or stainless cable
- Glass panels
- Perforated metal and mesh panels for privacy
Materials
- Galvanized + painted steel
- Aluminum (lightweight for roofs)
- 316 stainless for coastal exposure
Why Brooklyn chooses Angir for balcony & roof deck railings
Roof-safe mounting
We coordinate post mounting with your roofer — sleeper-mounted, parapet-mounted or flashed post pockets — so the railing doesn't create a leak.
Weight matters
On older roofs we often recommend aluminum to keep loads down. We'll suggest the right material for the structure.
Code first
Guard height and opening sizes are designed to NYC Building Code from the start.
How it works
- 1. Call or text photos
Send a few photos and rough measurements. Most jobs get a price range the same day.
- 2. We measure on site
We laser-measure and template the real opening, stair or wall — Brooklyn buildings are never square.
- 3. Drawing & fixed quote
You approve a simple drawing, material and finish before any steel is cut. No surprises.
- 4. Built in our shop
Cut, fit and welded in our Dyker Heights shop by the same crew that installs it.
- 5. Finished to last
Primer and industrial paint, powder coat or hot-dip galvanizing — chosen for NYC weather.
- 6. Install & walkthrough
Clean, fast install. We check every weld, latch and anchor with you before we leave.
Balcony & Roof Deck Railings near you
We install balcony & roof deck railings all over Brooklyn — especially in:
- Fort Hamilton
- Bath Beach
- Borough Park
- Midwood
- Sheepshead Bay
- Brighton Beach
- Coney Island
- Windsor Terrace
- Prospect Heights
- Williamsburg
- Greenpoint
Also serving Staten Island, Queens and Manhattan.
Balcony & Roof Deck Railings FAQ
How tall must a roof deck railing be in NYC?
Guards on roofs and decks are generally required to be at least 42 inches high, with openings that won't pass a 4-inch sphere. Your architect's drawings will govern if the deck is part of a permitted job.
Can you add a railing on top of an existing parapet?
Yes. Parapet-mounted railings are common when the parapet is too low to serve as a guard. We anchor into the parapet's solid masonry or cap and seal penetrations.
What's best near the water in Coney Island or Brighton Beach?
Salt air eats plain steel. For waterfront exposure we recommend hot-dip galvanized steel under paint, aluminum, or 316 stainless.
Do you offer free estimates?
Send us photos and rough measurements by text or email and we'll usually give you a price range quickly. For custom work we'll visit to measure.
What areas do you serve?
All of Brooklyn, plus Staten Island, Queens and Manhattan. South Brooklyn neighborhoods are closest to our shop.
