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Avatar for Monk's Home Improvements Inc.
Monk's Home Improvements Inc.
4.7(
600
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Montclair, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Along with the Monk's Kitchen & Bath Design Studio, we are a full-service home improvement provider. Monk's will help you plan, design, and purchase everything you need for a remodel. Then our expert craftsmen will install everything and our painters will come and complete the job.

Recessed Shelving
Reach-In Closets
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+19

26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Aleni Construction, LLC
Aleni Construction, LLC
4.9(
61
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Wood Stairs and Railings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Montclair, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The work was done very professionally and they discussed different options. The half-deck and wide staircase with 45-degree angled corners made the look and flow artistic and pleasing to the eye. The posts and stair base were set in concrete and the whole job was completed in 1.5 days. I akready recommended Aleni Construction to my next foor neighbor who is considering a project. Overall I am pleased with the work, the carpentry and the group."
pavers
Response time7 hrs
68 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
Avatar for JT Custom Woodwork, LLC
JT Custom Woodwork, LLC
4.9(
14
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Custom Cabinets - BuildFurniture - Build Custom

Serving Montclair, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Josh was professional, easy to work with, very communicative and did an amazing job designing and building custom bookshelves for us. He was able to seamlessly incorporate our existing crown molding to make the full wall bookshelves look as if they had been there for 100 years. We highly recommend JT Custom Woodwork and can't wait to use them again!"
Custom Desk & Cabinetry
Custom Desk & Cabinetry
Custom Refrigerator Cabinetry
Custom Cabinetry & Microwave Cabinetry
Custom Banister

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
Recommended by78%of homeowners
Avatar for DMR Millwork
DMR Millwork
5.0(
47
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+1 more

Serving Montclair, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent from start to finish. Complete renovation of kitchen/dining room, removing a wall, new exterior doors and windows, siding, etc. Extremely happy with the craftmanship of the finished product, but also the communication and process along the way. Dave and Marvin don't rush around frantically to jump to the next project. They work calmly and methodically, taking the time to explain things, answer questions, and give recommendations along the way. Very responsive and kept us informed every step of the way. Everyone who visits is blown away with the transformation."
Bathroom
Bathroom
Bathroom
Kitchen
Kitchen

+134

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Monk's Home Improvements, Inc.
Monk's Home Improvements, Inc.
4.8(
189
)
Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Montclair, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have nothing but wonderful things to say about Trevor Monk, Brian Rickenbach, and all of the guys from Monks!! Brian and Trevor were a joy to work with. They and their team redid our entire basement quickly, efficiently, and professionally (after another builder spent over a year at our house creating a disaster of a mess down there). They had to tear nearly everything out that the other builder had done, re-do all the woodwork, order/rehang doors, and prep and paint all of the wallsâ ¦and they did all of that in less than a week! And it looks amazing! And all in time for the holidays! And their price was reasonable too! Truly a Christmas miracle! I highly recommend them and will definitely be using them again in the future!"
View of eat-in kitchen area after remodel
Large Double Vanity
Detail of Custom Closet Configuration
Modern European Kitchen
Dark Kitchen Before Remodel

+24

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Elite Pro Construction, LLC
Elite Pro Construction, LLC
5.0(
50
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair

Serving Montclair, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great workers. Denise and Gary did a great job. Really Happy with the outcome of my project. I would highly recommend them to anyone and will definitely hire them for my future projects. Keep up the great work Elite Pro Construction."
My work
My work
My work
My work
My work

+32

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for S&M Kitchen & Bath, LLC
S&M Kitchen & Bath, LLC
4.9(
17
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Montclair, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My wife and I met Sam after asking Angie’s list for construction companies to refresh our kitchen. From the moment he walked in, we realized his knowledge and was able to look at his prior work, which truly impressed us. He forwarded us what we considered a very fair price and within a relatively short period of time the cabinets were ordered from a supplier Sam recommended for their quality and we were ready to start. The cabinets came around a week later. He was right about their quality. We were very satisfied. Before we knew it, the job was complete and finish quality was superb. Sam and his staff made sure we were satisfied with every aspect of construction. Without question we were extremely satisfied from start to finish. We LOVE our new kitchen. S & M is an outstanding organization. We recommend them with 5 STARS. Lou and Robin"
West Orange Bathroom Reno
West Orange Bathroom Reno
Basement Bathroom
Montclair Bathroom Reno
Montclair Bathroom Reno

+25

Response time11 hrs
Response rate88%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Woodworking FAQs, answered by experts

You don’t need a cutting board. In fact, cutting is the original purpose of butcher block countertops. That said, wood is porous and can harbor germs. You’ll need to clean your countertop thoroughly after use. Knives can also scratch the surface. This adds to the patina of the wood, but not everyone likes the look—in which case, you may want to use a cutting board.

Labor plays a significant role in the installation of butcher block countertops. Depending on who you hire, your location, the customization level of the project, and whether the wood is already finished, you may pay a professional between $10 and $150 per square foot to install a butcher block countertop. On average, expect the per-hour price to run between $60 and $100.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

Yes, Corian® and other solid surface countertops can be cut with standard woodworking tools like a circular saw or a jigsaw, but using the correct blade is crucial for the best results.

The recommended blade is a tungsten carbide-tipped blade, often called a solid-surface planer or triple chip grind blade. This type of blade is hard enough to cut through the material effectively. For a jigsaw, a fine-tooth down-cutting blade should be used.

It is important to note that a diamond blade is not necessary. Diamond blades are designed for harder materials like natural stone, concrete, or brick, and Corian is not a natural stone.

Using blades designed for wood is not recommended as they can cause microfractures that weaken the countertop's edges. While a tungsten carbide blade provides a much cleaner cut, the resulting edge will still be rough and must be sanded and smoothed to prevent microfractures from developing over time.

No, you do not usually tip a carpenter for their work. However, if you’ve been very happy with the level of service and quality of work, a 10% to 20% tip would likely be accepted with thanks. If you’re not sure, it can help to discuss the carpenter’s policy or preference for tipping before beginning the project.

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