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Avatar for Aleni Construction, LLC
Aleni Construction, LLC
4.9(
61
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Serving Tenafly, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had an outstanding experience with Aleni Construction. Aldo was responsive, extremely knowledgeable, and clearly an experienced professional who could identify smart enhancements others might miss. His recommendations were thoughtful and genuinely helpful, never salesy. His crew completed our project ahead of schedule and delivered beautiful, high-quality work with excellent attention to detail. When unexpected issues came up, Aldo handled them creatively and professionally, including custom-building molding for our French doors. His quote and pricing were more than fair, he communicated clearly throughout, and personally made sure every detail was perfect before finishing. The entire process was smooth and low-stress, and the results exceeded our expectations. We love our home even more now and will absolutely hire him again. Highly recommend Aleni Construction."
pavers
Response time7 hrs
69 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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CSZ Construction
4.6(
69
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Serving Tenafly, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My parents and I live in a old brick apartment building in Hoboken that is from the 1880s. The bathroom in our apartment had not been updated since the 1940s. We needed help ASAP. We checked out Cesar s page and wanted to hire him immediately. The reviews speak for themselves. When he came into our apartment to give us a quote we knew that this was contractor we needed to get the job done. Cesar is affordable, friendly, and very accommodating to any issues or concerns you have before starting the project. Two massive issues with our project were that my dad has spinal & walking issues, so we needed the floors clear of all tools and materials at the end of the each day so that father could walk efficiently through the apartment. The other big issue was that we only have 1 bathroom, so Cesar agreed to work with us on pulling the toilet off and on as every day finished so that we did not have to leave our building to use the toilet. Him and his crew are the best and take pride in their work so that owner is happy with the final result. We brought the bathroom down to the bare bones and rebuilt it back up. I worked with him every step of the way to make sure that he needed all materials to get the job done in the time we needed. This project was an intense remodel with some of the hardest demo and substrate materials that an old bathroom can have. He didn t think anything of it. He has veteran experience in the field and this remodel only took 3 weeks. We are very impressed with Cesar s craftsmanship and professionalism and we will be hiring him again for any future interior projects."
 ALL COLUMNS FINISH
OLD DECK
Livinroom
 PAINTING
PREPARING FOOTINGS

+168

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Bodee Construction, LLC
4.9(
34
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Serving Tenafly, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bodee is one of finest Construction/Builders Company that we have had the privilege in serving, we refer him to our great customers and they always call me back to thank me for referring Bodee Construction to them. They always use nothing but the highest quality of materials as well. I would recommend Bodee Construction to anyone looking for a high quality craftsmanship with high caliber workers and a very friendly operation, look no further."
kitchen
Bathroom renovation
Contemporary kitchen with white flat front cabinetry, split face tile backsplash, and grey slate tile flooring
Bathroom renovation
bathroom

+264

Response time11 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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BUILT-WELL BUILDERS, LLC
4.8(
160
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Serving Tenafly, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My project was the installation of a new exterior door frame, door and sidelights. Grant oversaw the project through completion. I am completely satisfied with the work. The door and locks function seamlessly. I found Built -Well Builders to be reliable and professional and the quality of their work is great."
Response time2 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Apex NYC Construction Corp
5.0(
41
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Serving Tenafly, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Theyâ re the best on the area when it comes to all things construction. From renovations to plumbing all the way to building a home from the ground up! Highly recommend! Great prices! Even nicer to deal with"
Teaneck Bathroom Reno
Tilework
Tilework
Tilework
Tilework

+32

Response time6 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by30%of homeowners
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Prestige Design & Build Corp.
5.0(
40
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Serving Tenafly, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matt and the entire team of professionals at Prestige Design & Build were prompt, courteous, meticulous and hard working. My family and I are 100% pleased with the beautiful job they completed in our home and I definitely look forward to planning additional renovations with them in the near future. Much appreciation to Matt for his personable communication."
Demarest multiple room remodel
completion of renovation
Addition project progress
Rear addition project
Master bedroom suite

+497

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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EMILCO Construction, LLC
4.9(
16
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Serving Tenafly, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am very impressed to deal with Emil . The work went very professional and fantastic eventhough not completely done 100% but I am sure will come beautiful more than we expected. Very seldom now to find someone honest and professional gives advice to save some money and less money for him. Emil is available seven days a week to answer any question or concern. All crew's working from bottom of their heart like this is their own house with using technology tools to do the Job. I can't thank them enough for what they doing so far .they came yesterday very cold weather to do the work, even my neighbors told me that your construction crew's working every single day. I am highly recommended for anyone who is looking to get professional work with reasonable price and enjoy peace of mind because you are in honest hands professional people worry about their reputation and credibility. I will share some pictures of the work done so far Even though not completely finished. Also I was very impressed to hear a comments from tge rough inspectors personal who came to do the inspection stated that we are like to walk in clean job and people know what are doing good. Infact the inspector asked for phone number to recommended for other people. I will share more pictures after the work completely done ✔"
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Additional Photos
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Additional Photos

+21

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bazellari Construction, LLC
4.7(
60
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Serving Tenafly, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"im did an great job building our deck. Our deck was over 30 years old. Tim responded immediately to different options and also worked within our budget. We called other deck companies and there was long delays or no call backs. We love our deck and are proud to show it to our neighborhood. We have received many complements regarding the deck. We highly recommend."
Decks/Fence/bathroom/pavi
Decks/Fence/bathroom/pavi
Decks/Fence/bathroom/pavi
Decks/Fence/bathroom/pavi
Decks/Fence/bathroom/pavi

+8

Response time12 hrs
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Elite Pro Construction, LLC
5.0(
50
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Serving Tenafly, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gerald did an exceptional job on the stucco and foundation work for my house. His craftsmanship, attention to detail, and professionalism were top notch. The quality of his work exceeded my expectations, and he made the entire process smooth and stress free. I highly recommend Gerald to anyone looking for skilled and reliable workmanship."
My work
My work
My work
My work
My work

+32

Response time6 hrs
Response rate95%
92 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

Converting a carport into a garage can vary in difficulty depending on its configuration, the condition of the foundation or slab, and its location relative to the house. The process has a lot in common with a home addition, but you can often skip non-essential finishes like fine flooring, trim work, or even drywall and HVAC. The conversion requires experience with drywall, insulation, and other building materials to ensure it’s done safely and correctly. While it might be possible for a DIYer with the proper tools and skills to do the work, it is a complicated and potentially dangerous job. If you’re new to basic construction, it's best to leave this project to the professionals.

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

Removing a load-bearing wall is best handled by professionals. However, if you have the skill set and decide to DIY the project, you will still need at least one additional person to assist you. Aside from helping with demolition, you'll need another hand to install the new support beam.

The primary parts of a house that need framing during construction are floors, exterior walls, interior walls, and the roof. The framing in these areas provides the skeleton for adding other materials over the top. With walls, for example, contractors can hang drywall over the interior walls and siding over the outside of the exterior walls. Proper framing ensures a sturdy house that is built to last.

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