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Monk's Home Improvements

4.73(
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Monk's Home Improvements

4.73(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
506 local quotes requested

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.

"Fair price, very thorough scoping and quoting, great management and communication, and very skilled and friendly workers. Will continue working with Monks on all future home improvement needs."

David R on November 2025

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.

"Fair price, very thorough scoping and quoting, great management and communication, and very skilled and friendly workers. Will continue working with Monks on all future home improvement needs."

David R on November 2025


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American Home Remodeling Inc

4.58(
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American Home Remodeling Inc

4.58(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
322 local quotes requested
31 years of experience

American Home Remodeling is a family owned and operated full service remodeling and renovation company. You will work directly with an owner from the initial estimate process to the completion of your job! We offer complete home services with over 40 years of remodeling experience. We have completed thousands of projects with one simple goal: quality workmanship and great prices. We have an experienced team who specialize in premium product lines for roofing replacement, Vinyl siding and insulation, replacement windows, masonry walkways and patios, stone and brick face, kitchen and bathroom renovations, and more. We offer 100% Financing with various different programs tailored to your budget and needs. At American Home we take great pride in our work and are completely committed to customer satisfaction! American Home Remodeling is licensed and fully insured in New Jersey and parts of New York to operate as a home remodeling company. Our licenses include The New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance, and a registration with The New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut Division of Consumer Affairs. We respectfully ask when scheduling an estimate that all homeowners please be present. Our reasoning is due to our estimates being concise, descriptive, and hopefully educational in the home remodeling field. We feel when researching a home improvement contractor, allowing us to interact and provide information to all parties involved works best! Thank you for giving American Home Remodeling the opportunity to be considered as your next home improvement specialist! We will work hard to earn your business and look forward to servicing you on your next home project!

"They called scheduled an appointment. Then canceled due to rain. Scheduled another appointment then never showed up."

V B on April 2024

American Home Remodeling is a family owned and operated full service remodeling and renovation company. You will work directly with an owner from the initial estimate process to the completion of your job! We offer complete home services with over 40 years of remodeling experience. We have completed thousands of projects with one simple goal: quality workmanship and great prices. We have an experienced team who specialize in premium product lines for roofing replacement, Vinyl siding and insulation, replacement windows, masonry walkways and patios, stone and brick face, kitchen and bathroom renovations, and more. We offer 100% Financing with various different programs tailored to your budget and needs. At American Home we take great pride in our work and are completely committed to customer satisfaction! American Home Remodeling is licensed and fully insured in New Jersey and parts of New York to operate as a home remodeling company. Our licenses include The New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance, and a registration with The New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut Division of Consumer Affairs. We respectfully ask when scheduling an estimate that all homeowners please be present. Our reasoning is due to our estimates being concise, descriptive, and hopefully educational in the home remodeling field. We feel when researching a home improvement contractor, allowing us to interact and provide information to all parties involved works best! Thank you for giving American Home Remodeling the opportunity to be considered as your next home improvement specialist! We will work hard to earn your business and look forward to servicing you on your next home project!

"They called scheduled an appointment. Then canceled due to rain. Scheduled another appointment then never showed up."

V B on April 2024


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Nova Roofing

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Nova Roofing

5.00(
28
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 local quotes requested

Nova Roofing is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have 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!

"Estimate given and my additional questions answered. Repair was done quickly. Andy was knowledgeable and courteous."

Kathleen M on October 2025

Nova Roofing is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have 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!

"Estimate given and my additional questions answered. Repair was done quickly. Andy was knowledgeable and courteous."

Kathleen M on October 2025


Heavy Metal Welding

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Heavy Metal Welding

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

Welcome to Heavy Metal Welding! We specialize in new metal welding and fabrication, installation, upgrades as well as welding repair. We take pride in commitment to the quality of work we produce, and the long-term relationships we build with our clients. We guarantee quality and complete satisfaction at no additional cost on all of our services. We set ourselves apart from our competitors by offering the highest quality of work combined with experience, guaranteed. Call today for a free estimate! Minimum of 2 hours per job an it is $150.00 per hour.

"Prompt, professional, thorough."

Matthew S on October 2019

Welcome to Heavy Metal Welding! We specialize in new metal welding and fabrication, installation, upgrades as well as welding repair. We take pride in commitment to the quality of work we produce, and the long-term relationships we build with our clients. We guarantee quality and complete satisfaction at no additional cost on all of our services. We set ourselves apart from our competitors by offering the highest quality of work combined with experience, guaranteed. Call today for a free estimate! Minimum of 2 hours per job an it is $150.00 per hour.

"Prompt, professional, thorough."

Matthew S on October 2019


North Peak Builders, LLC

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North Peak Builders, LLC

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28 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

North Peak Builders is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business

North Peak Builders is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business


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John Michaels Contracting

5.00(
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John Michaels Contracting

5.00(
24
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
36 years of experience

John has over 35 years in high-end general contracting and carpentry. He has been in business on his own for nearly 25 years under the John Michaels Contracting and iRenovate names with dozens of clients in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Staten Island and New Jersey, specializing in kitchen and bathroom remodeling, brownstone renovation / restoration, structural repairs, window and door replacement and deck construction/repair. Your home is your most important asset. It is the place where your children take their first steps, where you have birthday parties and graduations, New Years and Independence Day celebrations. Your home is also a reflection of you, your personality and your aspirations. At John Michaels Contracting, we look to partner with homeowners rather than working for them. John will meet with you and your family, take the time to understand both your goals and your budget and create a personalized plan that is appropriate for you.

"I hired John Michael Contracting to remodel a home I purchased and it needed a new kitchen, 3 baths, flooring and refacing of walls. John was extremely efficient and professional. His crew was very clean and from the demo to the finish, John made sure to use only high quality material while always giving me options that were in line with my budget. I highly recommend John for any project. He is fair and he completed the job within the time I needed it completed. He and his crew was always at the house on time."

Charles S on August 2024

John has over 35 years in high-end general contracting and carpentry. He has been in business on his own for nearly 25 years under the John Michaels Contracting and iRenovate names with dozens of clients in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Staten Island and New Jersey, specializing in kitchen and bathroom remodeling, brownstone renovation / restoration, structural repairs, window and door replacement and deck construction/repair. Your home is your most important asset. It is the place where your children take their first steps, where you have birthday parties and graduations, New Years and Independence Day celebrations. Your home is also a reflection of you, your personality and your aspirations. At John Michaels Contracting, we look to partner with homeowners rather than working for them. John will meet with you and your family, take the time to understand both your goals and your budget and create a personalized plan that is appropriate for you.

"I hired John Michael Contracting to remodel a home I purchased and it needed a new kitchen, 3 baths, flooring and refacing of walls. John was extremely efficient and professional. His crew was very clean and from the demo to the finish, John made sure to use only high quality material while always giving me options that were in line with my budget. I highly recommend John for any project. He is fair and he completed the job within the time I needed it completed. He and his crew was always at the house on time."

Charles S on August 2024


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Theodore Swedock

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Theodore Swedock

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5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Todd Swedock is your one stop shop for all of your Tree removal needs! We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. Give us a call today!

Todd Swedock is your one stop shop for all of your Tree removal needs! We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. Give us a call today!


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Sun Country Landscaping, Inc.

4.50(
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Sun Country Landscaping, Inc.

4.50(
9
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Customers say: Quality work
29 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Sun Country Landscaping, Inc., is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!

"If I could give Sun Country Landscaping, Inc more stars, I absolutely would. They just finished up a big job for us and we couldn't be happier with the results. From start to finish Dave and his crew were prompt, professional, and the quality of the workmanship was great. We have at least one other phase of work to be done, and Dave will definitely be getting the call when we're ready to start."

John T on October 2019

Sun Country Landscaping, Inc., is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!

"If I could give Sun Country Landscaping, Inc more stars, I absolutely would. They just finished up a big job for us and we couldn't be happier with the results. From start to finish Dave and his crew were prompt, professional, and the quality of the workmanship was great. We have at least one other phase of work to be done, and Dave will definitely be getting the call when we're ready to start."

John T on October 2019


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LJ Arts, LLC

5.00(
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LJ Arts, LLC

5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 years of experience

LJ Arts LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Extremely professional Extremely onest"

Jeremiah H on September 2022

LJ Arts LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Extremely professional Extremely onest"

Jeremiah H on September 2022


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AMS Home Improvements, LLC

4.85(
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AMS Home Improvements, LLC

4.85(
89
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
29 years of experience

AMS Home Improvements is locally owned and operated since 1996. We pride ourselves on the quality craftsmanship and the top notch customer service you will get. We are an American Quality Craftsmanship contractor. We have built, designed, and renovated many clients homes and 2nd homes throughout the state. Experience the difference with our owner operated company. We stand by our workmanship. We work on your home the way we would work on our own home. We are reliable. We can provide as many references and pictures as you need. 100% financing available.

"We’ve worked with Armando & AMS Home Services on a wide range of projects in our home, from minor repairs like patching drywall and fixing window sills, to major undertakings such as finishing our basement, building a shed, and most recently, constructing a large backyard patio. Across every project, the quality of their work has been exceptional. Armando and his entire team are professional, efficient, and respectful of our home and property. They communicate clearly, show up on time, and always deliver exactly what they promise — often ahead of schedule and exceeding all expectations! If you’re looking for a contracting team who take pride in their work, treat your home like their own, and can handle anything from routine maintenance to large-scale builds, AMS Home Services should be at the top of your list. Armando and the entire team at AMS Home Services are like family to us and we wouldn’t trust our home projects with anyone else! "

Nick C on August 2025

AMS Home Improvements is locally owned and operated since 1996. We pride ourselves on the quality craftsmanship and the top notch customer service you will get. We are an American Quality Craftsmanship contractor. We have built, designed, and renovated many clients homes and 2nd homes throughout the state. Experience the difference with our owner operated company. We stand by our workmanship. We work on your home the way we would work on our own home. We are reliable. We can provide as many references and pictures as you need. 100% financing available.

"We’ve worked with Armando & AMS Home Services on a wide range of projects in our home, from minor repairs like patching drywall and fixing window sills, to major undertakings such as finishing our basement, building a shed, and most recently, constructing a large backyard patio. Across every project, the quality of their work has been exceptional. Armando and his entire team are professional, efficient, and respectful of our home and property. They communicate clearly, show up on time, and always deliver exactly what they promise — often ahead of schedule and exceeding all expectations! If you’re looking for a contracting team who take pride in their work, treat your home like their own, and can handle anything from routine maintenance to large-scale builds, AMS Home Services should be at the top of your list. Armando and the entire team at AMS Home Services are like family to us and we wouldn’t trust our home projects with anyone else! "

Nick C on August 2025

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Most Cape Cod houses are two stories tall at the peak, although they’re considered one-and-a-half stories tall because the steep roof pitch cuts off a portion of the living space on the second story. Unless you raise the roof on your Cape Cod house to add a dormer, the interior rooms upstairs will lose some usable living space to the sloped ceilings.

Yes, a 2x6 should hold a porch swing and safely support the load. A smaller joist runs the risk of it not offering enough support for the swing. If you have a joist smaller than 2x6, add additional bolstering support.

You can choose 5/8-inch plywood or 3/4-inch plywood—anything thinner than these sizes may not withstand the impact of debris propelled by strong winds or can be easily torn off by intruders. Remember that the durability of the wood board is crucial, particularly for safeguarding your windows during severe storms. The effectiveness of using wood boards for protecting the investment you made in your home relies on using the appropriate material and ensuring proper installation.

Installing an ornamental or decorative porch column takes around three to five hours. Structural columns take longer because your pro has to install a jack to hold up the roof while switching the column out. If there's any structural damage, it can add several days to the timeline to repair the damage.

While framing a basement is not as difficult as finishing a basement, it's something you should typically leave to the pros. That’s because if something is installed correctly, it will affect your entire basement. However, you can take care of some of the smaller tasks, like filling holes or putting up some insulation.

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