NJ Kitchens & Baths
About us
NJ Kitchens and Baths offers years of quality construction experience along with the great attention to detail and customer satisfaction. We are a kitchen and bathroom remodeling contractor and cabinet showroom. We take great pride in our workmanship and operating in timely fashion. We are committed to your complete satisfaction. NJ Kitchens and baths is a NJ licensed and insured contractor. Our prices are very competitive and we can save you money. We take the fear out of home remodeling and provide peace of mind for our customers and stand behind our work.
Business highlights
15 years of experience
Services we offer
Bathroom & Basement Remodeling., Kitchen
Reviews
4.954 Reviews
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Barbara E.
Jun 2018
NJ Kitchens & Baths did an incredible job on my guest bathroom. From the initial consultation to the final inspections, everyone was professional and the entire process went smoothly. The work they did is absolutely beautiful. The attention to every detail ensured the job was done right and to my satisfaction.
Leticia L.
Jan 2018
I am writing this review because I think that NJ Kitchens and Baths deserves it more than any other contractor that Iāve ever worked with. In all honesty, the moment I spoke to their architect, I felt very comfortable but had so much difficulty pulling the trigger because of all the contractor horror stories out there. Andrew (owner) is the real deal. He runs a highly professional, and more importantly, trustworthy company. Heās the most honest and thoughtful contractor youāll ever meet. He will ensure that you are fully happy with the process and the end result. The entire team was awesome and made this experience such a breeze. They explained every detail of the process so that there werenāt any surprises along the way. Amazing attention to detail and incredibly responsive. I was pleasantly surprised with the timeline and they really went above and beyond my expectations. Andrew made sure that his team took the extra measure to clean up and keep debris to a minimum so that it wouldnāt impact my asthma. These guys are full service -- from creating the design to following through in making it exactly as it was planned. Everyone worked hard and made my dreams come true. Each of the these wonderful people took the time to explain everything they were doing during the course of the project and were always professional, patient and courteous. Some may think the cost is higher but you get what you pay for. I am thoroughly happy and satisfied with how my bathroom renovation project turned out. I look forward to having them work on my second bathroom (a master bath). I will forever be a devoted customer. And, as much as I didnāt want to write this review for fearing that their clientele would grow to a point where I couldnāt hire them again, I would definitely recommend them to anyone who needs a contractor. There are truly no words to explain the joy I feel today with the completion of the bathroom. I would definitely hire them again and would recommend them without any reservation. Thank you Andrew and please convey my heartfelt thanks to your team.
Chris G.
Oct 2017
It went as poorly as any renovation can go. All of the subs had issues. The plumbers turned water on without closing lines causing flood damage. Cabinets were not ordered, ordered incorrectly, and there were other problems. Electrical inspection initially failed due to poor quality of work. Contractor walked off the job due to me citing issues they needed to fix per code but they did not want to fix. Responses to questions took weeks or months instead of days after signing contract. Went through multiple project managers as part of project. It was so bad, I should have done this myself instead of hiring them.
Response from NJ Kitchens & Baths
"This former customer's review was written in under 2 weeks from starting the work, a bit quick on trigger. Some of his points are true. Unfortunately with some jobs there are minor delays. There was miscommunication with the specialty undercabinet lighting and outlets which was our responsibility. During the 3rd week of the project, I, the owner of NJ Kitchens and Baths met with the customer to review the issues and Gerry was removed from managing the project. We covered the remaining details and I not only assured the customer their project would be done in a timely fashion and they would have my complete attention but I also offered to return their deposit if they really were that unhappy. They agreed to continue on and so we did. We had email communication every 1-2 days (evident in our email thread) covering the remaining inspections, insulation, tile selections, drywall, etc. During my management there was never a time they were in the dark or any delays. However they were still unhappy and at times contentious and micromanaging. I truly believe the homeowner wanted to complete the project himself (he performed the demolition and was going to do the trim work and paint) after the rough inspections and drywall were completed. I've been in this business long enough to know that both parties have to be happy with each other and that there are a few customers you will never make happy. That being said I decided it was best for us not to continue working together. I wish it worked out."
Sherri E.
Jun 2017
We started looking nervously for contractors to quote us and NJ Kitchen and Baths stood out to us in particular. We met John at our first meeting and had a really great feeling about him. The thing that surprised us about him and sold us on doing the project with him and NJ Kitchens and Baths was Johnās attention to detail. He really listened to what our needs, wants and challenges were in our space and took the time to think out carefully how to address each of these issues to make the space the very best it could be and to make us happy with the end product. For those that live in an old house that was not designed for todayās lifestyle you will appreciate the efforts and time spent to maximize our space. The design and execution of the project far exceeded our expectations. John designed a kitchen that is not only beautiful to be in but also most importantly completely functional and organized for a family that typically cooks at least three times a day. John sold us on the job and Andrew who is the contractor and owner of the business has sold us on renovating. From the very beginning Andrew addressed and erased any of our fears about hidden costs, poor work completed or unrealistic completion dates. From the beginning to the end our family can state with full honesty and confidence that once we met Andrew and he took over we really felt well taken care of. Andrewās strengths that we have come to truly appreciate and advocate for when recommending him to other people is that treating well with honesty and integrity is something means a lot to him. Its important to him that the job is done well without short cuts and that all the information that the client needs to know is communicated upfront and honestly so there are no surprises. This is not just reflected in how we runs the job but also in the people that he employs to complete the work for him. Everyone we met and worked with whether they were plumbers, electricians, or craftsmen were stand up honest people who were pleasant, worked hard, and took pride in their work which was refreshing for a change. They were very good to us and in return we tried to be good to them. Renovating and investing large amounts of money into your home is not as easy as the HGTV shows make it look. It can be stressful and Andrew really cares about building a trusting relationship to eliminate the stress. Whatever comes up he addresses professionally and always advocates for his clients which was so unexpected and appreciated. When we did our final walk through of our kitchen Andrew was the person who picked everything apart with a fine tooth comb to make sure it was well and right. For the record his standards were higher then ours! After being hesitant and afraid to renovate the kitchen we can say now with confidence that we would happily renovate again because we know that no matter what work we need or want to have done Andrew and his guys will deliver. He will make sure the work gets done to the best it can and take the time to really listen to what you want. If youāre on the fence about whether or not to renovate because of fear of being taken advantage of you can stop worrying. Call them and get started. It was one of the best decisions weāve ever made and well worth the money to hire someone trustworthy that could and did deliver beyond our expectations. Thanks again Andrew, John, Carlos, Oscar, Admir, Peter, Hank, Danny, and Migill. We love everything you have done and enjoy it every day. Wishing you the best. The Erman family in Morristown, NJ
Richard P.
Mar 2017
Andrew and his team completely remodeled two of our bathrooms, including our master bath. We found the team to be prompt, courteous, responsive to our needs and suggestions, and forthcoming with their experience on how to tackle certain aspects of the project. We are completely satisfied with their āold worldā attention to detail and workmanship. We had extensive tile-work patterns to be completed throughout both bathrooms and the workmanship is accurate and beautiful. The master bath was completely re-oriented, changing the rooms layout of sinks and cabinetry 90 degrees, installing fortified floors, a heated floor, a free-standing bathtub and creating a new glassed-in and vented shower enclosure. The project started and finished within our anticipated schedule and completed within our agreed upon budget. Please feel free to contact Andrew and his team without reservation. We would use them again. It was a pleasure to work with them.
Response from NJ Kitchens & Baths
"Thank you for taking the time to review NJ Kitchens and Baths. We are glad to hear that you are satisfied with both our service and finished product on both of your bathrooms. It was our pleasure to work on these projects with you."
Lucas H.
Aug 2016
NJ Kitchens and Baths is outstanding to work with. Andrew and his team are skilled, professional, and responsive. They did outstanding work at every stage of our bathroom project from planning through demolition, installation, and finishing. We couldn't be happier and would not hesitate to recommend them.
Response from NJ Kitchens & Baths
"Thank you for your review. It was a pleasure working with you. Enjoy your new bath!"
Marc G.
Aug 2016
NJ Kitchens and Baths, Inc. did an outstanding job on my new kitchen and bathroom. My wife was very pleased from start to finish. From the beginning, they met with us at our house to plan and coordinate the project. Their timeline for completion was spot on and within the established budget. Communication was a big key as well. They answered all my questions and constantly kept us appraised on all facets of the construction. I would highly recommend Andrew and his team for any of your home renovations.
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Response from NJ Kitchens & Baths
"Thank you for taking the time to review NJ Kitchens and Baths. We're happy to hear you're satisfied with your new kitchen, bath, and dining room. Enjoy!"
John W.
Jul 2016
We are extremely happy about the final results working with NJ Kitchens and Baths. Everything looks great and works just as it's supposed too. Key things to note about working with them: > Starting with the design process, critical before you even begin the job, was an excellent experience. They offer total design services via a very experienced designer who is the equivalent to an architect saving us a lot of money in the process. He also offered us out of the box thinking on how to do the jobs in ways we hadn't even thought about and you think you know what you want but the reality is you really don't and need to be listening to his suggestions and the rational around them. That said, he wasn't overly aggressive about his idea's being the best, just alternatives, and was responsive to our feedback. Again, this will be worth a lot to you as a home owner and the job hasn't even started. Others provided this service but not to the level of detail or sensitivity to our asks in the process. Wasn't even close. Lastly I'd add having used architects in the past on other jobs we've done, their offering was right up there in value add. An architect on these types of jobs can cost you a lot of zero's$. > The job started on time and finished close to the final deadline, with some changes & adds along the line. The GC is sensitive to your asks, understands that things can change in the process and is transparent about what they can and/or can't do, and will offer suggestions and alternative idea's on how to do things when they come up, and if will cost you more $'s & how much. The crew was sensitive to our needs as we were living in the home during the process with small children & dogs as well. All in all - a solid experience, the price in line with our expectations...would highly recommend them. (Chatham NJ resident)
Response from NJ Kitchens & Baths
"[Member Name Removed], Thank you for your review. Enjoy your new kitchen and baths. Patricia - NJ Kitchens and Baths"
Thomas D.
Feb 2016
These guys were great. We got bids from a number of contractors to renovate the first floor of our 100+ year old home including a new kitchen, moving some walls, addition of a bath and replacing our hardwood flooring. While they came in higher than most, their professionalism and experience gave us confidence that they could handle a job this big. When we met John and Andrew really listed and then asked loads of good questions to get at what we wanted to achieve with this renovation. They provided detailed renderings of a number of options and then we further refined the plan, repeat. This allowed us to get at our needs for this work while they guided us to what was both feasible and within our budget.
Once the work started it went fast. Despite hitting a few unexpected bumps in the project, the job was finished within a week or so of the target date. As with most big jobs, some issued arise afterward, and they have very responsive to quickly and efficiently address them. We are extremely pleased with our renovated first floor.
Lastly, they were a pleasure to work with and genuinely seemed concerned that we were satisfied every step of the way. Will definitely use them again for our next project.
Once the work started it went fast. Despite hitting a few unexpected bumps in the project, the job was finished within a week or so of the target date. As with most big jobs, some issued arise afterward, and they have very responsive to quickly and efficiently address them. We are extremely pleased with our renovated first floor.
Lastly, they were a pleasure to work with and genuinely seemed concerned that we were satisfied every step of the way. Will definitely use them again for our next project.
Response from NJ Kitchens & Baths
"Thank you for taking the time to review NJ Kitchens and Baths. We are glad to hear our process of providing detailed renderings and refining the plans was to your liking. It was our pleasure ensure that any bumps that did come up along the way, we resolved quickly and accurately. We look forward to working with you on your next project!"
Jeff K.
Nov 2015
Andrew and his team did a great job in providing quality work and service. We were very involved in the process, and the team had no problem dealing with us (at least to our faces - lol). If there were any issues we had, Andrew was quick to respond and provide a resolution. We are very happy with our kitchen. We used Andrew's preferred vendors as well as some of our own vendors - any communication that was needed to be made with the vendors was done in a professional manner. I would recommend NJ Kitchen and Baths for a kitchen or bath remodel.
Response from NJ Kitchens & Baths
"Thank you for taking the time to review NJ Kitchens and Baths. We are thrilled to hear that you are pleased with the outcome of your kitchen and bath remodel. We hope to work together again soon!"
David H.
Nov 2015
From the start, when John, an architect, came to give us an estimate, we were impressed. He took time to answer all of our questions, sent drawings and diagrams, and gave us advice about purchases. After we agreed to the proposal Andrew, the owner, took over. We made it clear that the bathroom had to be finished by Thanksgiving. They started October 23 and finished November 24, 2015. We designed a complicated pattern for the tile, that required some creativity and real craftsmanship to construct. The crew, led by Carlos and Abner, was excellent and very professional and went the extra mile for us. We will us this group again in the spring for the renovation of our master bath. Very Highly Recommended!
Response from NJ Kitchens & Baths
"Thank you for taking the time to review NJ Kitchens and Baths now that this project has been completed. We were happy to have finished the bathroom before Thanksgiving, as requested. It was our pleasure to work with you and we look forward to working on your master bath in the spring!"
ALLISON F.
Sep 2015
Andrew and his team worked through multiple design changes we made for the master bathroom project after construction had begun. We were extremely pleased with the final product and workmanship. Andrew and his team were professional, courteous, and maintained a clean work area. Andrew helped us with issues we encountered with some of our suppliers during the project, which required Andrew to make extra efforts to resolve these issues. This included chasing after the supplier almost a year after our project was complete to replace a flawed shower door. Andrew got the shower door replaced and installed at no cost to us. We would definitely recommend NJ Kitchens and Baths.
Response from NJ Kitchens & Baths
"Thank you for taking the time to review NJ Kitchens & Baths. We are happy to hear that you are pleased with not only your project results, but the process involved. In our business, hiccups are bound to happen. But we believe it is how we handle them that matters. We were happy to get the shower door replaced, albeit after chasing the supplier for a year like you mentioned. All part of the job. Enjoy your new space!"
Ryan S.
Aug 2015
We first hired Andrew in 2013 to redo our master bathroom and Darek and his crew were assigned to the job. They did excellent work from start to finish, so when it was time to redo another bathroom we didn't even bother with other quotes, we went straight to Andrew and made sure to have Darek assigned again.
What sets Andrew and his team apart from my perspective is their cleanliness and attention to detail. Tarps were laid every morning from the front door all the way to the bathroom and floors were vacuumed every night. Permits and inspections were all seamlessly handled by Andrew. Issues that arose and required additional work were clearly explained and shown to me in person. At the end of the project absolutely every corner and crevice in the bathroom was perfect, no detail was missed. Could not have been a better experience and will certainly use them again for our next project.
What sets Andrew and his team apart from my perspective is their cleanliness and attention to detail. Tarps were laid every morning from the front door all the way to the bathroom and floors were vacuumed every night. Permits and inspections were all seamlessly handled by Andrew. Issues that arose and required additional work were clearly explained and shown to me in person. At the end of the project absolutely every corner and crevice in the bathroom was perfect, no detail was missed. Could not have been a better experience and will certainly use them again for our next project.
Response from NJ Kitchens & Baths
"[Member name removed], Thank you for your positive review. Patricia NJ Kitchens and Baths"
Lydia H.
Jul 2015
The company did a terrific job. We were provided a timeline of 3-4 weeks at the beginning of the project and NJ K&B was able to complete our bathroom within that time frame, which was particularly important to us since we were expecting our first child within a week or so of completing the project and did not want to still be working through a large remodel like this after delivery. Our house was built in 1923 and the bathroom needed a complete redo, including new plumbing and new electrical. After an initial visit to provide a quote for the scope of work and conversations around what we wanted to do, NJ K&B provided us with a comprehensive shopping list of what we needed to purchase -- specific amounts of tile, types of fixtures, etc -- so that we knew exactly what to purchase and how much. Darek and his crew worked on our bathroom nearly every day (including a Saturday) in order to complete the project on time and were always professional. We are very pleased with the outcome.
Response from NJ Kitchens & Baths
"Thank you for taking the time to review NJ Kitchens and Baths. It was our pleasure to be able to complete this project to your satisfaction, and within the estimated time frame. Best wishes to your growing family!"
Felicia M.
Apr 2015
What an amazing job! Andrew and John were very responsive to our initial inquiries to have 2 full baths and the 1/2 bath renovated. They took a look at each bathroom and overall space and listened to our requests to have one bathroom expanded and the other two updated. They provided renderings of each bathroom, details of what needed to be done and reviewed them with us to ensure we were clear on the objectives. Once the contracts were signed we were given a list of resources to use for some of the materials and had great success with each one. Once the job began, Carlos managed the team that demolished and built the bathrooms. Sharon was assigned to our account as the Project Manager. She stayed in contact with my Mother throughout the assignment and made periodic visits to ensure the work was being done as designed. Sharon was very instrumental in resolving a color mis-match of the accent tile that we received for the Master Bathroom. Once installed, it really looked amazing in the shower and was used to select the wall color. As part of the renovation, these 1970's bathrooms were brought up to current code with electrical and plumbing. As part of the electrical install, the electrician noticed there were issues with the original box so we had it upgraded....and thank God we did as the old electrical panel turned out to be a fire hazard! The team that Andrew and John used to do the work were very on time, kind, considerate and neat. My Mom was very comfortable working with all of them. The best part is now she has 3 beautiful bathrooms! Everyone that has seen them are amazed at how gorgeous they are. We HIGHLY recommend calling NJ Kitchens & Baths if you want profressional, beautiful work done!
Response from NJ Kitchens & Baths
"Thank you for taking the time to review NJ Kitchens and Baths. It was our pleasure to transform the three bathroom spaces in to sanctuaries in your home. Enjoy!"
David F.
Apr 2015
Overall we're very satisfied with the final product and Andrew's foreman Al was awesome - super knowledgeable, offered good design advice with a practical bent, worked weekends to hit deadlines, made sure work was done right and was responsive.
Andrew we saw maybe a handful of times throughout the job, which I guess is normal for a GC? He was friendly and we had no issues working with him, but we felt his involvement was limited because he had a lot of other jobs going at the same time and was spread too thin. We were on a very tight timeline due to the impending birth of a child, and the project did not hit the originally agreed-upon date due to various delays, not all of which were under Andrew's control. I believe Al did what he could in good faith to complete the project on time.
Andrew's price and general business processes were fair and transparent throughout, as all change orders were documented and there were no misunderstandings about price or scope. As this was our first major renovation, we're glad to have used a GC like Andrew to bring all of the correct trades together and handle the permitting, as well as getting decent discounts with the materials providers (though we found much better prices shopping online than at Ferguson, albeit with more legwork required on our part).
Andrew we saw maybe a handful of times throughout the job, which I guess is normal for a GC? He was friendly and we had no issues working with him, but we felt his involvement was limited because he had a lot of other jobs going at the same time and was spread too thin. We were on a very tight timeline due to the impending birth of a child, and the project did not hit the originally agreed-upon date due to various delays, not all of which were under Andrew's control. I believe Al did what he could in good faith to complete the project on time.
Andrew's price and general business processes were fair and transparent throughout, as all change orders were documented and there were no misunderstandings about price or scope. As this was our first major renovation, we're glad to have used a GC like Andrew to bring all of the correct trades together and handle the permitting, as well as getting decent discounts with the materials providers (though we found much better prices shopping online than at Ferguson, albeit with more legwork required on our part).
Response from NJ Kitchens & Baths
"Thank you for taking the time to review NJ Kitchens and Baths. We were happy to be a part of your first remodeling experience and we hope you enjoy your new spaces!"
Melba A.
Apr 2015
From our first point of contact (John in sales) to project management (Sharon) to the actual work being done (Carlos and team) this was a wonderful experience. They were customer focused and set clear expectations upfront on steps involved in and timing of entire project. They were planful and organized. There was just a slight breakdown in communication toward the end on placement of a light fixture, but that was resolved quickly. They did beautiful work at a reasonable price and delivered against all agreed upon commitments.
Response from NJ Kitchens & Baths
"Thank you for taking the time to review NJ Kitchens and Baths. We are so glad to hear you had a wonderful experience with us. And we're happy to have resolved the slight issue over the light fixture. Enjoy your new space!"
David V.
Mar 2015
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Response from NJ Kitchens & Baths
"Thank you for taking the time to review NJ Kitchens and Baths. We hope you enjoy the results of your remodel!"
Mary D.
Dec 2014
Andrew and his team saved our bathroom renovation. We began our project with an unlicensed contractor recommended to us by a friend. If you're thinking about going this route, save yourself the trouble and expense by NOT doing it. We terminated work with the unlicensed contractor after about a week of seeing some pretty alarming things going on with the quality of the work. A pretty expensive lesson, but at least we stopped before he ate more of our budget and supplies.
We put the project on hold for about six months, and finally met with Andrew this summer to review the work done to date. He was quick to offer his assessment of what needed to happen from here, providing a timely and thorough estimate. We had to wait a couple of weeks to be worked into his schedule, but since we had been living without the master bath for that long already, it wasn't a big deal at all.
When work finally began, Andrew and his team were very thorough in explaining every step of the process, answering our questions and working very closely with us to ensure we got exactly what we were looking for. The team was always punctual, responsive and extremely professional.
The end result is a bathroom that we absolutely love at a price that we think was more than fair. We look forward to working with Andrew and his team on future projects. Wholeheartedly recommend.
We put the project on hold for about six months, and finally met with Andrew this summer to review the work done to date. He was quick to offer his assessment of what needed to happen from here, providing a timely and thorough estimate. We had to wait a couple of weeks to be worked into his schedule, but since we had been living without the master bath for that long already, it wasn't a big deal at all.
When work finally began, Andrew and his team were very thorough in explaining every step of the process, answering our questions and working very closely with us to ensure we got exactly what we were looking for. The team was always punctual, responsive and extremely professional.
The end result is a bathroom that we absolutely love at a price that we think was more than fair. We look forward to working with Andrew and his team on future projects. Wholeheartedly recommend.
Response from NJ Kitchens & Baths
"Thank you for taking the time to review NJ Kitchens and Baths. I twas our pleasure to get your bathroom remodel back on track and finish it the way you wanted it. We hope you enjoy it!"
Fred B.
Dec 2014
We met with Andrew and liked him right away. He listened to what we wanted to do and had his designer meet with us.
They were open to our ideas and presented different ways of accomplishing them. Andrew always returned our phone calls and emails. His crew was great, they were always on time, they were neat and always respectful of the surrounding areas in our home. The entire project went smoothly, on time, on budget and the work was impeccable. They even painted and that was a first for us.
The tile work in the bathroom was done beautifully, we also had them put a new tile floor in our foyer which we were also very happy with. I had a stackable washer/dryer installed in a closet in the bathroom which I love. Every time I go in our new bathroom, it makes me happy, it looks beautiful. We highly recommend NJ Kitchens and Baths, you will not be disappointed.
They were open to our ideas and presented different ways of accomplishing them. Andrew always returned our phone calls and emails. His crew was great, they were always on time, they were neat and always respectful of the surrounding areas in our home. The entire project went smoothly, on time, on budget and the work was impeccable. They even painted and that was a first for us.
The tile work in the bathroom was done beautifully, we also had them put a new tile floor in our foyer which we were also very happy with. I had a stackable washer/dryer installed in a closet in the bathroom which I love. Every time I go in our new bathroom, it makes me happy, it looks beautiful. We highly recommend NJ Kitchens and Baths, you will not be disappointed.
Response from NJ Kitchens & Baths
"Thank you for taking the time to review NJ Kitchens and Baths. It was our pleasure to have you meet with our designer to accomplish the exact look you wanted for your bathroom and foyer. Enjoy your new space!"
SUSAN V.
Nov 2014
The service provided was the best we have ever had by any contractor. Their approach is professional, responsible and likable. We felt so comfortable during the process of the rebuild that when we agreed to suggested little changes around the house , we wound up much happier with the outcome than we originally thought. After all, how much did we really know about renovating to this extent? This was a big job, we have never done anything like this before and were nervous about it at the beginning. Carlos kept telling us how everything would be fine, not to worry. Of course as time went on during the renovation we wound up asking a couple of, " what do you think you can do with this?" and "Do you think you guys can add this on ....". They had no issue with our requests or changes, and took more time in order to achieve our wants. And as the house took on a more amazing look and their days with us dwindled, toward the end we said how we, and especially our Lacey Dog, was going to miss them. You see, this whole experience was actually ENJOYABLE if you dare to believe it!
Response from NJ Kitchens & Baths
"Thank you for taking the time to review NJ Kitchens and Baths. We are thrilled that you are so satisfied with the results of your renovation projects. Hearing clients say that they enjoyed the renovation experience is more than we can hope for. Enjoy your home!"
Timothy C.
Oct 2014
We met Andrew from NJ Kitchen and Baths (NJKB) in the early spring of 2012 when we embarked on remodeling two full and one half baths before we moved into a new home. During that time, we interviewed 6 contractors for the job. The remodels were simple ? no major plumbing changes, minor electrical improvements, and one sub-floor removal.
The interview process with Andrew was by far the best of the six we met with ? he spent the most time with us and gave us the most ideas for how to remodel the bathrooms. We felt a sense of comfort and trust with Andrew when we first met him. He is very confident, but easy going. Needless to say, we went with Andrew and his team.
We signed on with Andrew after a brief contract negotiation. Andrew provided us with a plan and timeline for the construction. He was very clear upfront with the permit process and how he would run the job. He provided us with a recommend list of suppliers for tile, stone and fixtures, but didn?t push any of his people on us.
We began demolition soon after the permits were approved. At the same time, we were remodeling other areas of the home and were not living there yet. We had other contractors in and out of the house and Andrew and his team worked around all of them without any problems.
The project was completed on time and we were very happy with all of the work. Andrew followed up after we moved in and ensured that any minor items were fixed to our satisfaction. There was never a question of whether something was right or wrong ? the customer was always right.
In the early spring of 2014, we began thinking about a major renovation to the only remaining original bathroom in the house. We followed a very similar process as we did in 2012; we interviewed 6 contractors, 5 new ones and Andrew and his team.
This project was much larger in scope as it required a reconfiguration of the entire bathroom ? the toilet was moved 15 feet, the shower was moved 10 feet, vanities were moved 7 feet, windows were moved, walls were removed, walls were added, etc. But we only had basic ideas for how to utilize the existing awkward space, so we left it up to the 6 bidding contractors to submit ideas and then we would refine them.
Andrew and his team showed up with an architect and by far blew all the 5 other plans out of the water. Andrew was serious ? he knew that this not a simple replacing fixtures remodel. We quickly knew that Andrew and his team was the right crew for the job.
Once we signed on, Andrew ensured that the same crew that worked on our home in 2012 would work on our home in 2014. This gave us a great level of comfort ? we knew the team, we knew their work and we felt that we could trust them. This time we were living in the home and trust was important.
The process began in a very similar way as it did in 2012. Andrew quickly applied for permits and provided us with an accurate timeline for the construction. Before demo began, Andrew?s team sealed off the entire work area ? they did an excellent job. Demo began and within a day, the entire space was down to the studs. All of the debris was placed into a dumpster and at the end of each the team cleaned up and vacuumed the work space and areas of the home that were outside of the work space.
During the construction, Andrew was on site many days and we would consult on various design ideas and changes. He took every one of our comments and incorporated whatever changes we felt we wanted. Additionally, Andrew made recommendations for improving various aspects of the project as we progressed.
Andrew is very responsive to emails and phone calls, and getting a hold of him was never a problem. We always knew who would be there and when we should expect them. There were never days that we were left in the dark about what was happening. His billing and payment schedules were fair and well communicated up front. We never felt like we were being taken advantage of.
Finally, the most important aspect: the quality of his work is outstanding. His team did an excellent job. We would not change a thing and we are a demanding client. Andrew finished the project on time and on budget (except for the add-ons that we requested). There were never any surprises that cost us more money.
Without reservation, I would highly recommend using Andrew and NJKB for your next bathroom or kitchen remodel. You will not be disappointed, I promise.
The interview process with Andrew was by far the best of the six we met with ? he spent the most time with us and gave us the most ideas for how to remodel the bathrooms. We felt a sense of comfort and trust with Andrew when we first met him. He is very confident, but easy going. Needless to say, we went with Andrew and his team.
We signed on with Andrew after a brief contract negotiation. Andrew provided us with a plan and timeline for the construction. He was very clear upfront with the permit process and how he would run the job. He provided us with a recommend list of suppliers for tile, stone and fixtures, but didn?t push any of his people on us.
We began demolition soon after the permits were approved. At the same time, we were remodeling other areas of the home and were not living there yet. We had other contractors in and out of the house and Andrew and his team worked around all of them without any problems.
The project was completed on time and we were very happy with all of the work. Andrew followed up after we moved in and ensured that any minor items were fixed to our satisfaction. There was never a question of whether something was right or wrong ? the customer was always right.
In the early spring of 2014, we began thinking about a major renovation to the only remaining original bathroom in the house. We followed a very similar process as we did in 2012; we interviewed 6 contractors, 5 new ones and Andrew and his team.
This project was much larger in scope as it required a reconfiguration of the entire bathroom ? the toilet was moved 15 feet, the shower was moved 10 feet, vanities were moved 7 feet, windows were moved, walls were removed, walls were added, etc. But we only had basic ideas for how to utilize the existing awkward space, so we left it up to the 6 bidding contractors to submit ideas and then we would refine them.
Andrew and his team showed up with an architect and by far blew all the 5 other plans out of the water. Andrew was serious ? he knew that this not a simple replacing fixtures remodel. We quickly knew that Andrew and his team was the right crew for the job.
Once we signed on, Andrew ensured that the same crew that worked on our home in 2012 would work on our home in 2014. This gave us a great level of comfort ? we knew the team, we knew their work and we felt that we could trust them. This time we were living in the home and trust was important.
The process began in a very similar way as it did in 2012. Andrew quickly applied for permits and provided us with an accurate timeline for the construction. Before demo began, Andrew?s team sealed off the entire work area ? they did an excellent job. Demo began and within a day, the entire space was down to the studs. All of the debris was placed into a dumpster and at the end of each the team cleaned up and vacuumed the work space and areas of the home that were outside of the work space.
During the construction, Andrew was on site many days and we would consult on various design ideas and changes. He took every one of our comments and incorporated whatever changes we felt we wanted. Additionally, Andrew made recommendations for improving various aspects of the project as we progressed.
Andrew is very responsive to emails and phone calls, and getting a hold of him was never a problem. We always knew who would be there and when we should expect them. There were never days that we were left in the dark about what was happening. His billing and payment schedules were fair and well communicated up front. We never felt like we were being taken advantage of.
Finally, the most important aspect: the quality of his work is outstanding. His team did an excellent job. We would not change a thing and we are a demanding client. Andrew finished the project on time and on budget (except for the add-ons that we requested). There were never any surprises that cost us more money.
Without reservation, I would highly recommend using Andrew and NJKB for your next bathroom or kitchen remodel. You will not be disappointed, I promise.
Response from NJ Kitchens & Baths
"Thank you for taking the time to review NJ Kitchens and Baths. We are glad that we were able to deliver service that was to your satisfaction. We hope to work with you in the future!"
Jayson H.
Jul 2014
Andrew and his crew did fantastic work. Were there everyday and never skimped on quality.
I recommended them to my neighbor who wanted their basement redone and they were also thrilled.
This one is a no brainer, hire them
Response from NJ Kitchens & Baths
"Thank you for taking the time to review NJ Kitchens and Baths. We are thrilled that you were satisfied with the quality of our work, so much so that you referred us to a neighbor. We greatly appreciate it and hope to work with you in the future!"
Jerome G.
Jul 2014
We did a gut renovation of our kitchen in March/April 2014. We interviewed and collected bids from 3 different contractors specializing in kitchens & baths. We met with both John and Andrew of NJ Kitchens & Baths a few times in person before deciding to go with them. John (the designer) and Andrew (the GC) seemed knowledgeable and professional in their respective areas of expertise. Neither of the other two contractors we spoke with measured our kitchen correctly; one of them presented us with a design layout that was physically impossible based on the placement if existing doors & windows (which we had no intention of moving).
The kitchen project took about 7 weeks to complete (original timeline called for 6 weeks). It started about a week after originally scheduled due to extreme winter weather which was understandable. Overall, we spent about $60,000, which was about $10,000 more than anticipated due to severe termite damage in the framing, all of which had to be ripped out and replaced (this also accounts for the extra week). This was unforeseen as it was all hidden behind the walls and unfortunately the downside of living in an 80+yr old home.
The preferred vendors we worked with included MBA Cabinetry, Standard Tile, and Marvic.
Our project manager, Carlos, and one of his workers, Javier, worked hard and spent a couple of Saturdays working at the house to keep things moving along so that the subcontractors and inspections could go as planned without having to be rescheduled. They were good about cleaning up their work areas at the end of the day. Carlos and Andrew had good communication between the two of them though on some things it seemed it could be better, not sure if this was due to difference of opinion. For example, the timing of when the appliances would be hooked up was scheduled before certain other things on Andrew?s timeline, but Carlos had them hooked up after, which he felt was better for avoiding damage based on his past experiences. Regular communication between Andrew, John and my husband and me was maintained throughout the course of the project. Andrew used a shared Google calendar which mapped out all of the stages of the project and which days they were scheduled to occur. This made it easy to plan when one of us needed to be at the house, or if we needed to keep our dog out of the house due to noise, dust, etc.
Overall, considering the scope of the work, our remodel experience was about as pleasant as it could be. We had heard many horror stories about kitchen remodels so we were apprehensive going into it, but luckily we don?t really have any horror stories other than finding the termite damage, which obviously was not the fault of the contractor. We enjoyed working with Andrew, Carlos and the rest of their team. They were good about keeping the project moving along as we were expecting a baby in early May and wanted everything completed before he was born. We have recommended them to our friends & colleagues who are looking to do similar work.
The kitchen project took about 7 weeks to complete (original timeline called for 6 weeks). It started about a week after originally scheduled due to extreme winter weather which was understandable. Overall, we spent about $60,000, which was about $10,000 more than anticipated due to severe termite damage in the framing, all of which had to be ripped out and replaced (this also accounts for the extra week). This was unforeseen as it was all hidden behind the walls and unfortunately the downside of living in an 80+yr old home.
The preferred vendors we worked with included MBA Cabinetry, Standard Tile, and Marvic.
Our project manager, Carlos, and one of his workers, Javier, worked hard and spent a couple of Saturdays working at the house to keep things moving along so that the subcontractors and inspections could go as planned without having to be rescheduled. They were good about cleaning up their work areas at the end of the day. Carlos and Andrew had good communication between the two of them though on some things it seemed it could be better, not sure if this was due to difference of opinion. For example, the timing of when the appliances would be hooked up was scheduled before certain other things on Andrew?s timeline, but Carlos had them hooked up after, which he felt was better for avoiding damage based on his past experiences. Regular communication between Andrew, John and my husband and me was maintained throughout the course of the project. Andrew used a shared Google calendar which mapped out all of the stages of the project and which days they were scheduled to occur. This made it easy to plan when one of us needed to be at the house, or if we needed to keep our dog out of the house due to noise, dust, etc.
Overall, considering the scope of the work, our remodel experience was about as pleasant as it could be. We had heard many horror stories about kitchen remodels so we were apprehensive going into it, but luckily we don?t really have any horror stories other than finding the termite damage, which obviously was not the fault of the contractor. We enjoyed working with Andrew, Carlos and the rest of their team. They were good about keeping the project moving along as we were expecting a baby in early May and wanted everything completed before he was born. We have recommended them to our friends & colleagues who are looking to do similar work.
Response from NJ Kitchens & Baths
"Thank you for taking the time to review NJ Kitchens and Baths. It was our pleasure to take on your full kitchen remodel. Working weekends was just a part of the job as we wanted to keep things as on schedule as possible. We hope your growing family enjoys the new kitchen!"
Stuart C.
Jul 2014
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Response from NJ Kitchens & Baths
"Thank you for taking the time to review NJ Kitchens and Baths. We hope you enjoy the results of your project!"
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