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Sentri Homes

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Sentri Homes

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515 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

Sentri Homes is a full-service contractor delivering high-end home additions, whole-home remodels, new custom builds, luxury kitchens, structural framing, roof replacements, and every major renovation. We assign a dedicated project manager to every job, deliver meticulous craftsmanship with clear communication, and back our work with an industry-leading warranty to ensure complete peace of mind on your largest investments. Our in-house team of licensed builders and master craftsmen consistently earns 5-star reviews by turning big visions into stunning, high-value homes—when you need one trusted partner who truly does it all, we’re the proven choice.

Sentri Homes is a full-service contractor delivering high-end home additions, whole-home remodels, new custom builds, luxury kitchens, structural framing, roof replacements, and every major renovation. We assign a dedicated project manager to every job, deliver meticulous craftsmanship with clear communication, and back our work with an industry-leading warranty to ensure complete peace of mind on your largest investments. Our in-house team of licensed builders and master craftsmen consistently earns 5-star reviews by turning big visions into stunning, high-value homes—when you need one trusted partner who truly does it all, we’re the proven choice.


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Prestige Design & Build Corp.

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Prestige Design & Build Corp.

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4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

🔨 20+ Years of Experience | Detail-Oriented | Owner-Supervised on Every Project At Prestige, we pride ourselves on delivering craftsmanship you can trust. Whether it’s a small upgrade, a full-scale renovation or a custom new build our team is here to bring your vision to life. ✅ Kitchens, Bathrooms, Basements, Attics, Garages, painting, floors, trims ✅ Whole-House Renovations & Additions ✅ Add-a-Level Projects & New Construction ✅ Licensed & Insured 📲 Call/Text 201-884-3080 or visit www.prestigedesignbuildnj.com to schedule your in-home or phone consultation today. Check out our instagram profile for our projects: https://www.instagram.com/prestige_designbuild/

"Matt and his crew were incredible. Everything was done on time and on budget, he even finished a major reno two weeks early! He is professional, his subs like working for him and he is very thorough and detailed. He was always available to answer questions, explains things in details, and is not pushy. He took the vision that I had in mind and made into a reality. I highly recommend Prestige Design and Build. "

Yamaris B on May 2025

🔨 20+ Years of Experience | Detail-Oriented | Owner-Supervised on Every Project At Prestige, we pride ourselves on delivering craftsmanship you can trust. Whether it’s a small upgrade, a full-scale renovation or a custom new build our team is here to bring your vision to life. ✅ Kitchens, Bathrooms, Basements, Attics, Garages, painting, floors, trims ✅ Whole-House Renovations & Additions ✅ Add-a-Level Projects & New Construction ✅ Licensed & Insured 📲 Call/Text 201-884-3080 or visit www.prestigedesignbuildnj.com to schedule your in-home or phone consultation today. Check out our instagram profile for our projects: https://www.instagram.com/prestige_designbuild/

"Matt and his crew were incredible. Everything was done on time and on budget, he even finished a major reno two weeks early! He is professional, his subs like working for him and he is very thorough and detailed. He was always available to answer questions, explains things in details, and is not pushy. He took the vision that I had in mind and made into a reality. I highly recommend Prestige Design and Build. "

Yamaris B on May 2025


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Alexis Lugo, Architect

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Alexis Lugo, Architect

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15 years of experience

Alexis Lugo, Architect LLC, is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 19 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"It is apparent that he takes pride in what he does. Responsive, professional and truly a pleasure to work with. Highly recommended."

Chris B on January 2020

Alexis Lugo, Architect LLC, is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 19 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"It is apparent that he takes pride in what he does. Responsive, professional and truly a pleasure to work with. Highly recommended."

Chris B on January 2020


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Sovereign Homes, LLC

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Sovereign Homes, LLC

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Customers say: True professional
16 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Sovereign Homes, LLC, specializes in residential building. With over 30 years experience in architecture, general contracting and project management, we design and build new construction, additions as well as renovations; managing residential projects from cost estimating, zoning feasibility, to full architectural design and construction completion. Whether it's adding a second level, creating a new family room or building a new home entirely, Sovereign Homes stands ready to serve your needs and assist you in making your vision a reality.

"Sovereign Homes brought our vision to life! We added a primary suite to our home, replacing an existing crawl space attic. Rey helped us step-by-step throughout the project. We appreciated his clear communication and efforts with the town and the contractors. We love the luxurious addition to our home!"

Karl S on March 2025

Sovereign Homes, LLC, specializes in residential building. With over 30 years experience in architecture, general contracting and project management, we design and build new construction, additions as well as renovations; managing residential projects from cost estimating, zoning feasibility, to full architectural design and construction completion. Whether it's adding a second level, creating a new family room or building a new home entirely, Sovereign Homes stands ready to serve your needs and assist you in making your vision a reality.

"Sovereign Homes brought our vision to life! We added a primary suite to our home, replacing an existing crawl space attic. Rey helped us step-by-step throughout the project. We appreciated his clear communication and efforts with the town and the contractors. We love the luxurious addition to our home!"

Karl S on March 2025


JAFPC Architect

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JAFPC Architect

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Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
36 years of experience

John Anthony Ferraro P.C, Architect is a diverse practice with experience in schools, religious buildings, residential, municipal and commercial. It is my philosophy that Architecture is sculpted by Client needs. This thought process orchestrates a unique Client/Architect relationship from preliminary design through construction documentation. Licensed and insured in nine states, my practice offers comprehensive expedient service. I dedicate myself to providing professional and creative design in harmony with local and state requirements. As a member of the American Institute of Architects and nationally certified by the National Council Architectural Board, I mandate all documentation is executed with the highest professional and ethical standards. This assures each client excellence in the practice of Architecture. I trust you will find my qualifications satisfactory.

"Very helpful and professional.."

Greg N on January 2011

John Anthony Ferraro P.C, Architect is a diverse practice with experience in schools, religious buildings, residential, municipal and commercial. It is my philosophy that Architecture is sculpted by Client needs. This thought process orchestrates a unique Client/Architect relationship from preliminary design through construction documentation. Licensed and insured in nine states, my practice offers comprehensive expedient service. I dedicate myself to providing professional and creative design in harmony with local and state requirements. As a member of the American Institute of Architects and nationally certified by the National Council Architectural Board, I mandate all documentation is executed with the highest professional and ethical standards. This assures each client excellence in the practice of Architecture. I trust you will find my qualifications satisfactory.

"Very helpful and professional.."

Greg N on January 2011


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Gary I. Segal, Architect, LLC

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Gary I. Segal, Architect, LLC

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68 local quotes requested
41 years of experience

Gary I. Segal, Architect, LLC, is a full-service architecture and design company dedicated to helping our clients achieve their goals and objectives for their projects. My homes have been featured in the New York Times on four different occasions. Also my personal residence was featured on 2 different TV stations in Europe for documentaries. Each project requires a special attention to detail that you can be assured comes with his experience to achieve your desired results and always within your budget. Text today to start your project. I can't wait to chat with you.

"If you want a design lacking creativity, you can hire anyone else, but if you want a unique, beautiful and functional project within your budget, than Gary is the perfect Architect for you ! He will first, explain in detail the fee basis, and than come up with the most efficient ideas, using an amazing imagination. Gary has a deep knowledge of the Construction process, so he is readily available to be involved during the work with the builder. He made the whole process very comfortable for us, so I highly recommend him !"

Inna R on March 2025

Gary I. Segal, Architect, LLC, is a full-service architecture and design company dedicated to helping our clients achieve their goals and objectives for their projects. My homes have been featured in the New York Times on four different occasions. Also my personal residence was featured on 2 different TV stations in Europe for documentaries. Each project requires a special attention to detail that you can be assured comes with his experience to achieve your desired results and always within your budget. Text today to start your project. I can't wait to chat with you.

"If you want a design lacking creativity, you can hire anyone else, but if you want a unique, beautiful and functional project within your budget, than Gary is the perfect Architect for you ! He will first, explain in detail the fee basis, and than come up with the most efficient ideas, using an amazing imagination. Gary has a deep knowledge of the Construction process, so he is readily available to be involved during the work with the builder. He made the whole process very comfortable for us, so I highly recommend him !"

Inna R on March 2025


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RAB Architects

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RAB Architects

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11 local quotes requested
13 years of experience

RAB Architects is committed to provide innovative, sustainable and cost effective solutions to meet our client's and project's needs, bringing synergy to the planning, design and construction process, Striving for the ever-lasting success. Our goal is to utilize our skills in sustainable design and environmentally responsible practice, to influence the future developments of communities; and to grow as a leading firm in architectural, urban planning and urban design. RAB Architects derive its strength from the expertise and strong academic and practical knowledge of its staff and the ability to engage individuals and firms who have established a long track record of success. RAB Architects Is registered and certified in the State of New York and the State of New Jersey, with an office in New Jersey and two projected offices to be established in the foreseeable future.

"Rami is fantastic!!!!!!!!! Super knowledgeable, patient and helpful. It’s no mistake he has 5 stars but really he deserves 10 stars! He also saved us so much money with his suggestions and from a project we didn’t need to do. This is your sign to hire him! Will def recommend him to everyone who is need of this service! "

Elle R on August 2025

RAB Architects is committed to provide innovative, sustainable and cost effective solutions to meet our client's and project's needs, bringing synergy to the planning, design and construction process, Striving for the ever-lasting success. Our goal is to utilize our skills in sustainable design and environmentally responsible practice, to influence the future developments of communities; and to grow as a leading firm in architectural, urban planning and urban design. RAB Architects derive its strength from the expertise and strong academic and practical knowledge of its staff and the ability to engage individuals and firms who have established a long track record of success. RAB Architects Is registered and certified in the State of New York and the State of New Jersey, with an office in New Jersey and two projected offices to be established in the foreseeable future.

"Rami is fantastic!!!!!!!!! Super knowledgeable, patient and helpful. It’s no mistake he has 5 stars but really he deserves 10 stars! He also saved us so much money with his suggestions and from a project we didn’t need to do. This is your sign to hire him! Will def recommend him to everyone who is need of this service! "

Elle R on August 2025


Joseph Primiano Architect

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Joseph Primiano Architect

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
145 local quotes requested

Architectural firm dealing with all types and sizes of residential and commercial projects. Design services, color three dimensional renderings, construction drawings, board approvals, and more.

"Beyond better than I could have hoped. Joe is very professional, well versed, knowledgeable, creative & resourceful and an excellent communicator. He spoke to us not at us and throughout the entire design process he listened and asked questions & listened some more. We found him very easy to work with and honest. Joe worked within our needs. He took what was in our head put in onto paper and together with our contractor gave us what was in our hearts - a beautiful home. Go with Joe - he’s the man in the know!"

Patricia D on August 2020

Architectural firm dealing with all types and sizes of residential and commercial projects. Design services, color three dimensional renderings, construction drawings, board approvals, and more.

"Beyond better than I could have hoped. Joe is very professional, well versed, knowledgeable, creative & resourceful and an excellent communicator. He spoke to us not at us and throughout the entire design process he listened and asked questions & listened some more. We found him very easy to work with and honest. Joe worked within our needs. He took what was in our head put in onto paper and together with our contractor gave us what was in our hearts - a beautiful home. Go with Joe - he’s the man in the know!"

Patricia D on August 2020


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EMILCO Construction, LLC

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EMILCO Construction, LLC

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
62 local quotes requested

Emilco Construction LLC is an independent general contracting firm that not only delivers impeccable results but prioritizes its clients. We know just how stressful a new project can be. Overseeing a development can take a real toll on somebody, especially if they don’t have the right general contracting team by their side. It takes a lot of hard work, long hours and a particular care to details in order to accomplish and follow through on a vision. Although working on improving your home or business is exciting, we understand that success relies mainly on hiring the right crew for the job!

"Emile is a great contractor and I highly recommend him reservation to anyone looking to upgrade or do a home renovation project. He helped us renovate our primary bathroom (completely, down to the studs and completely changing the layout), created a main floor laundry room, and an extra bedroom. Emile provided a comprehensive estimate, which was accurate, and he finished the entire job within the agreed upon time frame within the estimate. His crew were complete professionals, polite, and did excellent work. We could not be happier with the results and our new spaces. The rooms are beautiful. He went above and beyond in all respects, even when I decided to make changes to the design along the way, he was able to roll with them and told me how much various options would cost and other pros and cons of those options (tiling the whole bathroom vs partial, heated floors or no, different types of fixtures, etc)."

Erin L on April 2024

Emilco Construction LLC is an independent general contracting firm that not only delivers impeccable results but prioritizes its clients. We know just how stressful a new project can be. Overseeing a development can take a real toll on somebody, especially if they don’t have the right general contracting team by their side. It takes a lot of hard work, long hours and a particular care to details in order to accomplish and follow through on a vision. Although working on improving your home or business is exciting, we understand that success relies mainly on hiring the right crew for the job!

"Emile is a great contractor and I highly recommend him reservation to anyone looking to upgrade or do a home renovation project. He helped us renovate our primary bathroom (completely, down to the studs and completely changing the layout), created a main floor laundry room, and an extra bedroom. Emile provided a comprehensive estimate, which was accurate, and he finished the entire job within the agreed upon time frame within the estimate. His crew were complete professionals, polite, and did excellent work. We could not be happier with the results and our new spaces. The rooms are beautiful. He went above and beyond in all respects, even when I decided to make changes to the design along the way, he was able to roll with them and told me how much various options would cost and other pros and cons of those options (tiling the whole bathroom vs partial, heated floors or no, different types of fixtures, etc)."

Erin L on April 2024


"Terrific. He came on time, did a wonderful job , is very trustworthy, and a real craftsman. I would hire him again as a contractor for anything."

Frances B on July 2025

We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Terrific. He came on time, did a wonderful job , is very trustworthy, and a real craftsman. I would hire him again as a contractor for anything."

Frances B on July 2025

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Custom Home Builders questions, answered by experts

Ranch and colonial-style homes are often the most affordable to build. They have a common layout with available designs that are easy to adjust in simple ways without having to spend too much on a structural engineer or architect. Both types of homes' symmetry, simple roofs, and often one or two-story plans mean they often fall in the $150 to $200 square-foot range, putting them right around average.

How long it takes to build a custom home or rebuild a home after a disaster varies depending on many factors, but averages between seven and 14 months. Smaller homes or homes that don’t need a re-poured foundation may take less time to build than larger homes or homes without an existing foundation. Material availability, contractor schedules, and permit and inspection timelines can all affect how long your house takes to build.

Start by researching local contractors with experience in cottage construction. Ask for references, check licensing and insurance, and review completed projects. Compare multiple bids, making sure each includes the same scope of work. A good contractor will communicate clearly, provide a detailed contract, and ensure all work meets code and safety standards.

Whether it’s more affordable to gut a house than build a new one depends on the markets where you'd be buying and selling. However, it’s usually less expensive to renovate a home than to build new construction. 

Most homeowners pay between $100,000 and $200,000 for demolition and remodeling costs, whereas the average cost to build a new home is between $139,000 and $531,300.

It usually takes around four to six months to build and install a modular home, although your timeline could go up to around eight months if there are delays in the manufacturing or permitting process. Heavy site preparation and foundation pouring can extend that timeline if you need them, as can customizations you want for your modular home. Your modular home company should be able to provide an estimate for the construction timeline before you sign any contracts or agree to any work.

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