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JMC Home Improvement Specialists
Electrical for Home Addition or Remodel - Install, Electrical for Home Addition, Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade,
About us
Since 1977, JMC has been creatively and consistently working with homeowners to deliver their home improvement projects on-time and within budget. John MacDougall and his professional team have worked with hundreds of clients throughout the Morris County area over the past three decades and building a portfolio of successful renovations. We are proud of the work we’ve done in our community. Financing available. Award winning. Additional DBA - BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Business highlights
48 years of experience
Services we offer
Bathrooms, additions, basement remodels alterations and finishes, interior remodeling & design/build., kitchens
Amenities
Free Estimates
Yes
Reviews
4.9164 Reviews
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Jim L.
Aug 2020
Phenomenal. Exceeded my expectations every step of the way. John and his team at JMC are all about professionalism, process, and personality. They tell you what they're going to do and it sounds too good to be true. Then they do it and it's better than you ever imagined. That was my experience at least. I'd never hired a home improvement specialist before. But I'd heard the horror stories. So I was prepared for the worst. Instead, I got the BEST. As in the best in the industry. A team that designed and built the best bathroom I’ve ever had. I'll never use anyone else. Call them!
Response from JMC Home Improvement Specialists
"We're happy that you're happy, and we're looking forward to being hack in your home for future projects! We are always here for you and we thank you for this review!"
Deborah G.
Jul 2020
Fantastic. We contracted JMC on 3 separate occasions over the past 15 years. They involved completely gutting the rooms and rebuilding to the point of move-in ready immediately upon completion. 1/kitchen including a large custom-built bistro height table on wheels to match cabinetry (to use as an island or not) 2/living room/dining room removed wall in-between for open concept feel, including custom built radiator covers thruout entire house and electrical with channels inside walls to hide all tv/ stereo wiring 3/bathroom including expanded shower and wallpapering Honestly, too many extra details to mention. All of the workers are professionals in their field, friendly, courteous, accommodating. Jobs started and finished as planned. Jobs were planned and coordinated/managed very well with site manager checking in every day with workers and with me every few days to assure all work going as planned and being executed at the highest quality possible. Excellent company!!!!!
Response from JMC Home Improvement Specialists
"We are thrilled to read this review! We thank you for becoming part of the JMC family 15 years ago! We will always be here for you!"
Eric L.
Apr 2020
We hired JMC to do a partial renovation of our master bathroom. The project involved replacing the shower while leaving the rest of the bathroom intact. The entire team did a magnificent job from beginning to end. We had a great experience at their design studio, where we met with the team and reviewed their ideas. They have a lot of experience and it shows in the way they proposed to execute the renovation. During the renovation, the team was professional and very careful to keep the rest of the house clean. We received constant updates from the office as well to ensure that everything was moving smoothly and that our concerns were dealt with. I am pretty critical of the work others do, and I have to say, I was VERY impressed with the work quality! I would definitely hire JMC for our next project that is too big for this weekend project person. Thanks John and Mario!
Response from JMC Home Improvement Specialists
"You are very welcome! Thank you for the review! We are here for you anytime you need us, even if you just have a question on your weekend projects, just give us a call and we would be happy to help!"
Patricia F.
Mar 2020
We recently contracted with JMC for a second project, a master closet. Our first project included the renovation of a kitchen and 2 bathrooms. What I appreciate about JMC is they do what they say they are going to do. This may not sound like a big deal, but with contractors these days, that is a rare and appreciated quality. It is unrealistic to expect construction to go perfectly. I also appreciated that when issues or concerns did arise, JMC was there to have the discussion to resolve the issue to my satisfaction – again, a rare quality in a residential contractor. I would like to leave you with a last thought – JMC provides their customers with a LIFETIME warranty for their work, so if you ever have an issue after the project is over, they will stand by their work and make it right. Thank you John and your whole team.
Response from JMC Home Improvement Specialists
"We appreciate your continued trust in us and we stand by our lifetime warranty so please never hesitate to call us! Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to review us, we truly appreciate it."
Joe R.
Feb 2020
We had our master bathroom remodeled by JMC three years ago and they did a terrific job, so happy with our new bathroom! John called me in January 2020 to see how we still felt about the work, it was not a sales pitch. I was surprised that he would call for just for this. Just shows the type of company JMC is and the quality person John is. I highly recommend JMC for home improvement jobs!
Response from JMC Home Improvement Specialists
"When you trust us in your home, we like to make sure that even years later you are still happy with the results. You are never forgotten! Thank you for leaving this review!"
Dario C.
Jan 2020
Never responded to my request for a quote.
Response from JMC Home Improvement Specialists
"[Member Name Removed], We would like to extend to your our most sincere apologies. We pride ourselves in returning all calls promptly, and we regret that we missed your inquiry. Please call the office and we will gladly discuss the project with you. We can be reached at 973-386-0707."
Marissa F.
Jan 2020
JMC recently completed a bathroom and kitchen project for us. From start to finish we were overly impressed. The plans worked for both our understanding and the guys on the job. They were meticulous about setting up plastic and protecting against dirt and dust so that we felt as though our home was respected. The guys started early every day on our job, called first and asked if there was anything we wanted to discuss and arrived on time. I never had to worry if someone was going to show up and when. They were consistent and reliable. While working, the guys were focused on the task at hand. From start to finish, it was a pleasure to work with JMC and look forward to future projects with them.
Response from JMC Home Improvement Specialists
"Thank you! It is our pledge to be safe, neat, clean and organized on every jobsite. We look forward to working with you in the future!"
Chanie F.
Nov 2019
We hired JMC approximately a year ago to renovate our tired old master bathroom. Every time I walk into the bathroom I am so thankful that we chose JMC. They made the renovation really easy and smooth from the design stage through picking tile and fixtures and paint to completion of the project. They were communicative, thorough, and treated our home more gently and carefully than we do. JMC's attention to detail and care for their customers is unparalleled. They fast became our dogs' best buddies too (I think one of them is still convinced she is part of their team.) They were more expensive than some of the other quotes we received and we chose them because of their excellent reviews and the confidence I had after meeting John that we would not have to micromanage the project - they are truly worth every penny. We would definitely hire them for our next project and highly recommend them to anyone we know and care about.
Response from JMC Home Improvement Specialists
"Thank you for this wonderful review! We all enjoyed working with you from beginning to end!"
Simon T.
Oct 2019
JMC provided excellent service from start to finish and I am extremely please with the job that John and his team did in building out our basement. John takes great pride in everything at JMC and is very customer focused. The communication from him and his whole team is timely, professional and courteous. The workmanship was high quality and whenever issues arose they were quick to offer solutions and ensure they still met the project schedule and budget. I will develop select JMC for further projects.
Response from JMC Home Improvement Specialists
"We can not thank you enough for this review! We look forward to future projects with you, it was such a pleasure every time we spoke."
David J.
Oct 2019
Great result from a very professional organization! JMC did a fantastic job on a complete gut and renovation of our guest bathroom. We got 4 quotes, and I was not surprised (after reading other reviews) that the quote from JMC was the highest – but it certainly wasn’t outrageous and the value for the money was worth it. As noted by others, the start up process is a little different. I was ready for the initial interview. John asked good questions and gave good answers. In my opinion, he has every right to make sure he is comfortable with his clients. I can see how it could be off-putting to some people. On the initial site visit, John had a lot of insight into what we wanted, but also had several ideas we hadn’t considered. The visit was thorough, and JMC got back to us with a quote in a timely fashion. What we liked best about JMC’s proposal was the near-complete turnkey process. For all other contractors that we talked to, we would be expected to purchase all the materials ourselves and have everything delivered to our house before getting started. All contractors assured us that they would provide us guidance, a detailed list of what we needed to purchase, etc. but at the end of the day we really appreciated the turnkey process, it was so much easier. Once we decided to use JMC, we had a very good visit with the design staff, and to pick out the details at the showroom. We wanted to keep our current sink, and they were fine with that (other contractors were a little iffy). The only glitch we encountered was when the start date approached. At the initial meeting, we had told JMC that we would be on a vacation for 10 days in June, so we could not start then, and we would prefer not to start until we were back. Communications went haywire somehow. Not only was the start date only 2 days before our vacation, but we were never informed of the start date. I got a call at work asking me to move a car out of our driveway because the dumpster was being delivered, and that’s the first time I knew we were starting! It worked out, but if it had happened just 2 days later when we were on vacation it would have been a huge headache. As it was, we were not home for the first 10 days of work, which did make me nervous. After that, it was very smooth. Workers were prompt, cleaned up every day, were friendly and professional. The inspection and permit process were very smooth. At the end, our punch list was very short due to the very high quality. A couple of minor things here and there. To sum up, outstanding work from JMC. A little pricier than others but in our opinion the turnkey process, the professionalism, and the fantastic result was worth it.
Response from JMC Home Improvement Specialists
"Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We are happy to hear that you were satisfied with the final outcome of the guest bathroom and look forward to working with you again in the future."
Joan C.
Sep 2019
Fantastic! The project was projected to take 5 weeks, it was started July 1st and completed August 1st, from complete demolition to finished painting. Excellent workmanship, very responsive, always engaged my input. Staff was well trained, polite, friendly, meticulous. Highly recommended!
Response from JMC Home Improvement Specialists
"Thank you so much for this review! You were such a delight to work with!"
Liana K.
Jul 2019
JMC recently completed a total bathroom renovation for us in our colonial home built in 1926. From the initial consultation, we felt completely comfortable and at ease with John and his detailed and straightforward approach for how the project would unfold. John is an extremely trustworthy person and as such, so are all of the associates who work for him. Tammy is an expert in the design process and instantly connected to our vision. She has vast knowledge in all different types of options for literally every single component of your renovation. She was extremely timely to respond to any questions we had and was very driven to make sure all of the items we chose matched the specifications we desired. Mike was on our job everyday and is a master of his craft. He regularly texted/called us to know when he was coming, what was completed for the day, and what was to be completed the next day. He was on-site every single day from start to completion. Mike was also extremely trustworthy and took care of the house as if it was his own. He cleaned up every day and when we came home, we could not even tell there was a construction project going on in our home. He is simply fantastic! We would utilize JMC again, without hesitation, for any other remodeling projects. Similarly, we would also recommend them to others for any of their home renovation needs.
Response from JMC Home Improvement Specialists
"Thank you for this wonderful review! We really hope we get to work with you again soon it was such a pleasure for all of us!"
Ava H.
Jun 2019
We had an excellent experience with our kitchen remodel with JMC. Based on the stories from friends who have had their kitchens remodeled using other contractors, we were dreading going ahead with this, expecting delays and problems. But JMC made the process stress-free and the execution was flawless. The owner, John, truly cares about your project and wants to make sure that you have a positive experience, as does everyone who works for him. A single team is dedicated to your project and they see it through from start to finish, there is never any wondering about who, if anyone, will show up on any day. Scheduling is very efficient with zero down time. Each individual assigned to the job took pride in their work and showed high levels of professionalism, attention to detail, and expertise. The communication process at JMC was another area of excellence. Any problems or questions were immediately addressed by either the individual worker, the lead carpenter, the project manager, or John himself. This is a well-run organization that treats you like you are part of their family. If you value your time and are looking to have a remodeling job done that is of high quality and relatively stress-free, I highly recommend JMC!
Response from JMC Home Improvement Specialists
"Thank you for taking the time to write this wonderful review and recommendation!"
Richard C.
Jun 2019
Once again JMC did a wonderful job. They are like family to my wife and I but neither of us saw them the day they did the work. When we came home the job was complete and left in very clean condition, it did not even seem like they had even been here! We both left for work before their arrival-they of course have a key as we have complete trust in them. We are still completely admiring the work of art that they made our new kitchen almost 1 year ago. The craftsmanship has been amazing. We now spend a lot of time enjoying it! We hope to one day have Tammy and John design a new bathroom for us. We feel very fortunate to have found them.
Response from JMC Home Improvement Specialists
"Thank you so much for your continued trust in us. We absolutely consider you family. We hope to be back in your home and that we get to enjoy some more baked goods from your kitchen!"
George H.
Apr 2019
We selected JMC for the remodeling of our three full bathrooms based on customer reviews and personal interaction with the owner John MacDougall. We are very impressed with the quality of work by the JMC team. The crew was always on time. They took all the necessary steps to maintain a clean and dust free environment and always cleaned up the work space and walking areas at the end of the day. We had the crew in the house for over two months and never had any issues. They are very customer oriented. We were also pleased with the performance of Mario and Garry. The craftsmanship and attention to details is excellent. They always involved us in the selection of options for the installation. The project coordinator Jack frequently visited the site and addressed any questions and problems immediately. Issues with the cabinetry and countertop subcontractor were resolved to our satisfaction. Inspections were scheduled in advance to avoid delays and maintain the project schedule. Overall a great experience and we highly recommend JMC to anyone who expects an installation of superb quality.
Response from JMC Home Improvement Specialists
"We truly enjoyed remodeling your bathrooms. Thank you for this wonderful review of our company."
James M.
Apr 2019
JMC recently completed a bathroom redesign and renovation for us that involved expanding the room by opening up an adjacent closet. After consultation, they produced a design that met our needs and then responded creatively to adapt the design when demolition revealed additional space was available. The work was professionally done and met the high standards we expected. Without fail, workers were on time, polite, and tidy. Good lines of communication were maintained when an unavoidable delay occurred. We particularly appreciated having Rick’s consistent presence onsite as the project progressed. We were delighted with the end result and would feel confident to use their services again.
Response from JMC Home Improvement Specialists
"Thank you for this review of our company. We truly appreciate you taking the time to write this and we are so happy you love your bathroom remodel!"
Stephanie M.
Mar 2019
JMC was professional, polite, and responsive. They respect your house, which is always a scary notion inviting strangers into your home. Our renovation came out beautiful. John and his team are great. Rick was on site every day and did a great job.
Response from JMC Home Improvement Specialists
"Thank you! We are so happy you love your kitchen renovation! Rick enjoyed every day he was there making your dreams a reality!"
David U.
Mar 2019
We have worked multiple times with JMC Home Improvement and each time they do exceptional work. The most recent work was the replacement of a very large 4 paneled Pella window that was so high it required a scaffold to be built. JMC did the work carefully, on time and always cleared up after every day's work and scrupulously at the end. A pleasure to work with!
Response from JMC Home Improvement Specialists
"We have enjoyed every single time we have been to your home and hope to continue this relationship whenever you need us, never hesitate to call! Thank you for this review!"
Christine C.
Mar 2019
We were extremely happy with JMC’s renovation of our master bathroom. From start to finish, they exceeded our expectations. Design: JMC’s designs and layout for the renovation were outright better than the other companies that we considered. JMC was the only one that proposed rotating the shower by 90 degrees, which resulted in a dramatic improvement in the layout of the bathroom. Integrity: JMC did not take any shorts cuts over the course of the project. The materials and design were all consistent with the agreed plan. Further, JMC was extremely responsive and went above and beyond in completing the (very modest) punch list at the end of the project. We DID NOT have to chase them. Finally, we asked John for advice on a few additional projects we were considering. In several instances, he gave advice that was against his own interests (e.g., a certain project would be more expensive than it’s worth), which we very much appreciated. Final Product: We are extremely happy with the quality of the final product. The finish and attention to detail were superb and exceeded our every expectation. We will most definitely use JMC for future projects of our own and would not hesitate to suggest them to friends and family.
Response from JMC Home Improvement Specialists
"We truly appreciate this kind review! Exceeding expectations is something we love doing!"
Mary C.
Jan 2019
I’ve worked with JMC since 1981 on many projects and I keep coming back because of the creativeness, quality of work and professionalism of everyone who has ever been involved. My first project was to close in a screened-in porch with sliding glass doors and JMC had the foresight to tell me to put stronger support beams in while the walls were down because I eventually wanted to add a room above the porch This saved me a lot of money when, a few years later, I added the room above and also made the project much easier to complete. The bedroom we added looks like it’s been part of the house from the beginning and doesn’t look like ‘an addition’. Every project I’ve done with JMC- the porch, additional bedroom and bath, expansion and new kitchen, siding, windows, roof, custom fencing and patio- were all done with an understanding of how we lived in our house at the beach. The design elements matched the need for when we had a lot of company yet minimized the need for a lot of maintenance. JMC completely understood our needs on each and every project and made the implementation seem easy and actually enjoyable! The teams who did the work were very professional, understood the plans and clearly had pride in each of their skills. They treated my home like their own and kept everything very clean, including outside areas which was noted by both of my neighbors. There was excellent communication on all fronts- the team was in regular contact with the office, the supervisors were readily available and very knowledgeable and I was always kept informed of updates and responses to my questions. The teams were very polite and attentive to our needs and they were a pleasure to have in the house. The quality of the work and materials used was excellent and each of the projects was an example of the difference when people have pride in their work. JMC understands how to implement a successful project from start to finish and I have and will always trust them.
Response from JMC Home Improvement Specialists
"We love reading reviews with a long history like this! Thank you for your continued trust in us and also for this review! :-)"
Monica S.
Dec 2018
Excellent. I'm thrilled with the results.
Response from JMC Home Improvement Specialists
"Thank you!! And thank you for the photos!"
Jennifer V.
Nov 2018
My husband and I could not be happier with our new kitchen! This was our first large renovation project and JMC made this entire experience incredibly positive. From our initial consultation with John, working with Debbie on permits/payments, spending time with Tammy to select materials, to being onsite with Jack and the team of contractors - everyone associated with JMC was helpful and professional. We initially selected JMC because of their focus on being timely with projects and customer satisfaction - these two qualities we evident every step of this project. Most importantly, our new kitchen is functional, beautiful, and will be enjoyed by our family for years to come. Thank you to JMC!
Response from JMC Home Improvement Specialists
"Customer satisfaction is our goal! We thank you for this review!"
Bob Y.
Sep 2018
Back in 2012 when I was selling my old house in Lake Hiawatha, there were major issues with the foundation that had to be fixed before the sale could be completed. Through a recommendation of my realtor, I met John MacDougall who owned JMC Home Improvement. John and his staff at JMC did an amazing job back then and because of their excellent work the house was sold. When my wife and I decided this year it was time for renovations to our current 1963 Lake Parsippany home kitchen and bathroom, she agreed that we should work w/ John and his staff at JMC because of my great experience with them in the past. We felt we could trust him to give us a fair estimate for a quality renovation. Now that the renovations are completed, we couldn’t be happier with the results. John initially came to our home and listen to our thoughts on what we wanted to do, providing suggestions along the way. After the initial meeting, we met with his amazing designer Tammy at their office in Lake Parsippany. Tammy worked with my wife and I to pick out all the cabinets, countertops, tile and paint colors that would create the kitchen and bathroom we were looking for. Debbie, the office manager at JMC, kept in contact with us during the entire project to make sure we were kept informed of the projects progress. Once work began, his project manager Jack and his entire crew worked hard over the course of about 6 weeks to get everything done for us on time and for the estimate he gave us. Along the way the crew were truly professional, and took the time to answer all our questions that arose during the project. They always called before coming, and when they left things were always cleaned up and tucked away. I’ve had in the past at my old house a kitchen renovation done by one of the big stores, and I truly can say that work cannot compare to the quality of work that John and JMC provided us at our current home. We now have the amazing kitchen and bathroom we wanted. We plan to work with John again in the near future on further projects to enhance our home. Thanks again to John, Jack, Tammy, Debbie and his entire staff.
Response from JMC Home Improvement Specialists
"I would like to give this review five stars! Thank you so much for leaving such detail and thank you for being the clients we love working with time and time again!"
Adrienne A.
Aug 2018
I contracted with JMC to finish our basement. At the time I was pregnant and wanted a contractor who would not only implement the vision that I had for a kid friendly basement complete with soccer field, but I wanted it to be seamless in the coordination between all the different contractors (e.g. electricians, carpenters, flooring, etc.) with little to no effort needed from me. JMC delivered in full on all of it and then some. They coordinated with the town to get all the necessary paperwork and appointments set-up for permits. They brought the flooring options to my house so all I had to do was point and say "this one." The part that I did spend quite a bit of time on was laying out the plans with John. He was very patient and accommodating with all the changes I wanted made and ultimately issued the perfect plans so that all the builders knew exactly what to do. The workers were professional and clean and the workmanship was wonderful. Everything turned out exactly as I expected. I did receive quotes from other companies, and while JMC was not necessarily the cheapest (nor the most expensive), the work they promised, and the timing at which they promised the work done, was done exactly as we agreed upon. I would recommend them to anyone who is looking for a full service contractor that does excellent work. Very happy with our new basement.
Response from JMC Home Improvement Specialists
"Thank you so much for your review! We hope you children love their new basement as much as you do!"
Jeffrey M.
Jul 2018
We are thrilled with our choice to use JMC for our Kitchen/living room/dining room renovation. It was a big project that changed 90% of the first floor of our home. WE LOVE IT! We were incredibly nervous to follow through with this project, especially as friends and family each had a "kitchen nightmare" story to tell. The only friend who did not have such a story was the friend who recommended JMC to me! John has truly found the gems in the industry and combined them all into one company. From the moment we met the JMC team, we knew we were making the right choice. Tammy helped us design our kitchen in a way that made the process stress free - and the design of our kitchen makes so much sense! John spent days with us fine tuning the details of the design - and getting immediate changes from the architect when we had a new idea. Jack, the job site supervisor, was clear in communicating what was next for the job and coordinating everything. And Mario, the head carpenter for our project... is an artist. Everything turned out better than we imagined. Our town inspector was even impressed by the high quality work on the electrical work! The office staff is so organized and keeps everyone going behind the scenes. Our project turned out to be better than any pinterest picture! We LOVE the way everything turned out, and it is done with QUALITY materials, and the work is done RIGHT THE FIRST TIME. We met many times to go over the designs, process, and other details before the project began. We were given a clear start date, the team started on time, AND FINISHED ON TIME! 7 WEEKS! They came every single day and worked all day! Amazing! Every person who was working in our home was a true professional, expert, and artist. We felt that everyone working on this job cared deeply to do it perfectly, and they were respectful of our home and family. The process was easy for such a big job. (well, easy on us... the team was working very hard!) . We have 2 young children, ages 5 and 2. With 2 walls being knocked down and as I said, 90% of our first floor living space out of commission - plus the basement (we also had a beam installed to move 2 columns) we were nervous. It was easy to live here and feel safe. They cleaned up everyday, sealed off the work space, and most important, were predictable! I couldn't believe how stress free the entire project was, especially after hearing horror stories from friends, coworkers and family. They are the DISNEYWORLD of home improvement. By that mean high quality service, getting it done right the first time, and wanting their customers to be 100% satisfied. They cared as much about the process as they did about the outcome. (we are huge disney fans so that is one of the highest compliments we can give). Thank you JMC for your high quality work, and caring for our home as much as we do!
Response from JMC Home Improvement Specialists
"Thank you so much for your trust in JMC and we hope you tell all your friends that "kitchen nightmares" don't have to be a reality! We can not thank you enough for taking the time out to write such a detailed review, we love everything about it!"
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FAQ
JMC Home Improvement Specialists is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Yes, JMC Home Improvement Specialists offers free project estimates.
No, JMC Home Improvement Specialists does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, JMC Home Improvement Specialists does not offer a senior discount.
No, JMC Home Improvement Specialists does not offer emergency services.
No, JMC Home Improvement Specialists does not offer warranties.