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Top-Rated Carpenters in Cliffwood - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for J&J Elite Carpentry, Inc.
J&J Elite Carpentry, Inc.
4.6(
342
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Cliffwood, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I cannot sing the praises of Jose and his team enough. I purchased a new home that had carpeting everywhere and hired J & J Elite Carpentry Inc to replace with wood floors. They did an AMAZING job as you can see from the pictures. J&J even took care of replacing a few closet doors. Jose and his team are very friendly, knowledgable, patient, responsive, on time and professional. They communicate and are transparent with you every step of the way and get the job done with such great detail and care. They also specialize in other areas so I plan to hire them for other home repair needs."
 12
 Warren
 Piscataway
East Rutherford
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+67

Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for D's Fencing, LLC
D's Fencing, LLC
4.8(
53
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Cliffwood, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"D’s Fencing, LLC was professional. He replaced a wood stockade fence with vinyl privacy fence to be meet an existing vinyl fence. The labor went smoothly despite some pandemic shutdown delays. Mr Williams attention to detail is impeccable. He adjoined the new vinyl to the old vinyl and it looks amazing. I am highly satisfied. I would recommend highly."
  Fence
Chain Link Fences
Chain Link Fences
Aluminum Fence
Aluminum Fence

+36

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Heartland Village General Contracting and Handyman Services
Heartland Village General Contracting and Handyman Services
4.8(
208
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Deck or Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair+2 more

Serving Cliffwood, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent workmanship!! The new roof looks beautiful! They cleaned up and the work was excellent. Also had 2 minor projects which were also completed excellent. They came on time and the work was completed quickly !! Will definitely use again highly recommend"
FLOORING
Remodel basements
Bathroom renovation
KITCHEN REMODEL
Decks

+151

Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for ETC Home Improvement
ETC Home Improvement
4.8(
227
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Carpentry Framing - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Cliffwood, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Eddie came with a partner and they did a beautiful job. Immaculate work. I found no fault what so ever. He had to raise the cabinets and then repair and paint the wall. He was here exactly when he said he would be here for both the estimate and the job. He does great follow up and has a great work ethic. He is just such a joy to work with."
Kitchen
Bathroom
Painting job
Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Archemy
Archemy
4.7(
144
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Cliffwood, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Greg is a very talented carpenter and a professional architect. Our deck was in bad shape and we weren't sure if it can be restored. Greg worked on it and finished the restoration for us and it looks almost like a new one now. Our family is very happy with the quality of work. It is always refreshing and fascinating to witness great workmanship. I was pleasantly surprised to find out that he pretty much can do any renovation projects from deck restoration to kitchen remodeling to all the way building a brand new home. I am happy to say that we have already hired Greg on a different project."
Traditional Kitchen - Beige Classical Mil Work Around Cabinets
acad drawing
porch trim
 Kithen Remodel, custom made cabinets
Custom mantel

+47

Response time8 hrs
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for Battlecat Brushworks, LLC
Battlecat Brushworks, LLC
4.9(
54
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Cliffwood, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our experience with Battlecat Brushworks was wonderful. The finished deck is gorgeous. We are very happy and would recommend them to anyone because we know how difficult it can be to find a reliable team that does great work. This is it, folks! You will not find anything better than this."
Auditorium Project
Auditorium Project
Auditorium Project
Auditorium Project
Auditorium Project

+167

Response time2 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Dominion Construction
Dominion Construction
5.0(
40
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Cliffwood, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dominion Construction was both inexpensive and very responsive. They showed up when they said they would they did a beautiful job and I would recommend them for any of the roofing or trim work that you might need in your house."
Home Siding Is Complete
Home Siding Is Complete
Home Siding Is Complete
Home Siding Is Complete
Home Siding Is Complete

+132

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Glass by Ro
Glass by Ro
5.0(
92
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Window Frame - Repair

Serving Cliffwood, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional and really knew what they were doing.I had broken a large window that was a built in frame and he knew exactly what to do.He got back to me right away and got the job done within a few days. Would definitely use him again.Very reasonable prices!"
Mirror table repair
Mirror table repair
Mirror table repair
Mirror table repair
Mirror table repair

+1

Response time7 hrs
Response rate99%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for The Tailored Closet of Jersey Shore North, Premier Garage of Jersey Shore North
The Tailored Closet of Jersey Shore North, Premier Garage of Jersey Shore North
4.9(
101
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Closet - Build

Serving Cliffwood, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Best experience I have had with a business. Their response time, planning and implementation were excellent. They built a bedroom into an amazing closet. I would recommend to anyone. You will not find anyone better."
Modern Pantry
Large walk-in closet in East Brunswick NJ
White Shaker office
Pewter Frost with Grpahite
Home Organization Pantry

+43

Response time1 day
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

Yes, professional installations include reinforced corner posts to ensure durability.

Framing most homes takes anywhere between five and eight weeks to complete. You’ll need to account for inclement weather conditions, material shipment times, the number of crew members, and the weight of your materials. If the weather is too hot, wet, or cold for the installation, this process could take closer to eight weeks.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

House framing can be expensive because the materials are pricey, and the job requires a high level of expertise. The more complex the plans, the more expensive the job, but even the most basic frame needs to be installed with high-quality materials and precision. When pricing your home’s framework, remember that a sturdy frame is necessary to create a safe structure.

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