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.
"Jaclyn Lorber is the designer at Monks Showroom, who created the overall design for our kitchen renovation. She was excellent throughout the process of designing the whole remodel and making suggestions for the selection of appropriate materials and appliances. This is our first kitchen renovation. We had multiple questions and changed our minds about what we wanted multiple times! Jaclyn was always patient with us, very generous with her time and accommodating. The final design is gorgeous! We are eager to see the finished product that will be delivered by Monks Home Improvement."
Bohdan M on May 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.
"Jaclyn Lorber is the designer at Monks Showroom, who created the overall design for our kitchen renovation. She was excellent throughout the process of designing the whole remodel and making suggestions for the selection of appropriate materials and appliances. This is our first kitchen renovation. We had multiple questions and changed our minds about what we wanted multiple times! Jaclyn was always patient with us, very generous with her time and accommodating. The final design is gorgeous! We are eager to see the finished product that will be delivered by Monks Home Improvement."
Bohdan M on May 2025
Optimal Building & Remodeling is a detail oriented complete home remodeling service. Including, Kitchens, Bathrooms, Basements and more. We are dedicated to customer satisfaction. For generations my family has made a living in residential construction. I have personally been in the renovation business for over 10 years and will personally be in constant communication throughout your project to keep everyone updated on the schedule and avoid any confusion or delays.
"Ryan did an excellent job. He painted my master bathroom and constructed a closet in my spare room. He also built a coat rack for me. He is professional, courteous and always punctual. He cleaned up at the end of the day and left everything very neat. I will definitely use his services again and I highly recommend him."
Ruth S on January 2025
Optimal Building & Remodeling is a detail oriented complete home remodeling service. Including, Kitchens, Bathrooms, Basements and more. We are dedicated to customer satisfaction. For generations my family has made a living in residential construction. I have personally been in the renovation business for over 10 years and will personally be in constant communication throughout your project to keep everyone updated on the schedule and avoid any confusion or delays.
"Ryan did an excellent job. He painted my master bathroom and constructed a closet in my spare room. He also built a coat rack for me. He is professional, courteous and always punctual. He cleaned up at the end of the day and left everything very neat. I will definitely use his services again and I highly recommend him."
Ruth S on January 2025
Wehr There, LLC provides exceptional service to the surrounding areas. Always taking pride in all of our services. Whatever your home improvement needs may be, you can count on our company to leave you satisfied and happy. Our customer satisfaction is our top priority. We will earn your trust for a lifetime. We believe in making all clients repeat clients. Our staff listens to your needs regarding your home improvement project.
"Donald is professional, courteous, and gets the job done. He assisted with the purchase and installed an excellent storm door and it has done wonders to bring an end to drafts as well as preserve the door frame from inclement weather. Great Job!"
Fr P on October 2024
Wehr There, LLC provides exceptional service to the surrounding areas. Always taking pride in all of our services. Whatever your home improvement needs may be, you can count on our company to leave you satisfied and happy. Our customer satisfaction is our top priority. We will earn your trust for a lifetime. We believe in making all clients repeat clients. Our staff listens to your needs regarding your home improvement project.
"Donald is professional, courteous, and gets the job done. He assisted with the purchase and installed an excellent storm door and it has done wonders to bring an end to drafts as well as preserve the door frame from inclement weather. Great Job!"
Fr P on October 2024
Azimuth Home Improvements is based around Professionalism and High Quality. Our company works with you to find the best home repair and improvements options. From Carpentry, Remodeling, to Repairs Azimuth builds the ways.
"Philip did a good job replacing the screen door on our porch and installing some trim. Good communication throughout the process and showed up as scheduled."
Mike B on August 2023
Azimuth Home Improvements is based around Professionalism and High Quality. Our company works with you to find the best home repair and improvements options. From Carpentry, Remodeling, to Repairs Azimuth builds the ways.
"Philip did a good job replacing the screen door on our porch and installing some trim. Good communication throughout the process and showed up as scheduled."
Mike B on August 2023
Local Option House Services is your local handyman for any job, big or small. Reliable, dependable and on time. We specialize in handyman services, home repairs, home improvements, painting, ceiling fan installs, TV mounting, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"This is the second time. We have had Sean do work on our house. He is the best. Always on time. Clean and efficient work. Jobs well done. Would highly recommend. We are having him. Come back for more work ."
Eileen H on October 2024
Local Option House Services is your local handyman for any job, big or small. Reliable, dependable and on time. We specialize in handyman services, home repairs, home improvements, painting, ceiling fan installs, TV mounting, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"This is the second time. We have had Sean do work on our house. He is the best. Always on time. Clean and efficient work. Jobs well done. Would highly recommend. We are having him. Come back for more work ."
Eileen H on October 2024
We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"It went well. He was urgent and onetime."
Cordell E on March 2025
We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"It went well. He was urgent and onetime."
Cordell E on March 2025
General Home Repair and Maintenance Painting All work is done personally by me. Excellent communication, scheduling and follow-up with customers. Expectations and scope of work is clear to both contractor and customer
"Alex Matos did a wonderful job at our house! He gave a reasonable quote, took lots of measurements on his visit and made me feel like he knew what he was doing. He designed the railings himself and did a wonderful job making and installing them. The railings are very sturdy! I highly recommend Alex Matos."
Marguerite S on June 2019
General Home Repair and Maintenance Painting All work is done personally by me. Excellent communication, scheduling and follow-up with customers. Expectations and scope of work is clear to both contractor and customer
"Alex Matos did a wonderful job at our house! He gave a reasonable quote, took lots of measurements on his visit and made me feel like he knew what he was doing. He designed the railings himself and did a wonderful job making and installing them. The railings are very sturdy! I highly recommend Alex Matos."
Marguerite S on June 2019
United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information
"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."
CLAUDIA H on October 2021
United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information
"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."
CLAUDIA H on October 2021
Bellari offers home remodeling solutions just like we have since we were founded in 1950 as Somerville Aluminum. Our staff of experienced professionals sell and install a wide-range of name-brand home remodeling products. From windows, doors, siding, roofing, decks, sunrooms, awnings and handyman services to kitchens and bathrooms, we pride ourselves on the versatility and quality of the home remodeling solutions we offer New Jersey homeowners. Contact Bellari today to get an estimate for your next home improvement project, or visit our showroom in Branchburg, NJ.
"I thought I had submitted a review in 2019, but Angie's List is saying it was never completed. I met with Bob Rose from Bellari in April 2019. He was professional and honest during our conversation. He provided a prompt estimate and answered questions that I had. He also mentioned that I could go to their showroom to see different material. I ultimately did not go with Bellari. Went with someone who was a little less expensive and had done other work in the area (jury is still out if that was a mistake or not)."
Paul S on May 2020
Bellari offers home remodeling solutions just like we have since we were founded in 1950 as Somerville Aluminum. Our staff of experienced professionals sell and install a wide-range of name-brand home remodeling products. From windows, doors, siding, roofing, decks, sunrooms, awnings and handyman services to kitchens and bathrooms, we pride ourselves on the versatility and quality of the home remodeling solutions we offer New Jersey homeowners. Contact Bellari today to get an estimate for your next home improvement project, or visit our showroom in Branchburg, NJ.
"I thought I had submitted a review in 2019, but Angie's List is saying it was never completed. I met with Bob Rose from Bellari in April 2019. He was professional and honest during our conversation. He provided a prompt estimate and answered questions that I had. He also mentioned that I could go to their showroom to see different material. I ultimately did not go with Bellari. Went with someone who was a little less expensive and had done other work in the area (jury is still out if that was a mistake or not)."
Paul S on May 2020
Window King specializes in aluminum and vinyl replacement windows, including double-hung, bays, bows, and slider windows for both residential and commercial markets, as well as security and sliding doors - all from the top brands in the industry, and has served the Westchester, Fairfield, Five Boroughs and Bergen county for over 30 years. --- In a world full of horror stories and poor quality work, broken contracts, no-show schedules and poor quality, Window King has become a leader in "Customer Service Satisfaction". We feature vinyl, aluminum, wood, composite and fiberglass replacement windows, all available as bays, bows, casements, sliders and double hungs. We beat ANY written estimate and offer free estimates with no obligation.5 employees. Charges a flat rate. No travel charges. Ask about Angie's List. City of New York License #1171450, Westchester County License #WC-15985-H09, Rockland County License #H-09683-07-00-00, Yonkers License #3979, New Jersey License #13VH00055900 And Connecticut License #603035.Nassau County License #H0810890000. Additional DBA names: Window King LLC.
"Loved working with Window King and highly recommend them! I was nervous about replacing my three really old windows in my old Hoboken condo. Nick walked me through the entire process so that I felt comfortable with the windows I was choosing as well as colors, and so that I was in line with what the HOA would/ wouldn't allow. Cesar and his crew were present on install day - they were on time, courteous, fast, professional, and did an incredible job. I don't think it even took them four hours. And big thanks to Lisa who was extremely communicative regarding the timeline. My condo is now far less noisy in terms of the noise coming from the street- and MUCH warmer which is exactly what I needed. Pictured are two of my old and new windows - the black lining are the old ones and white lining is the new. If I have the good fortune to own another home, I will use Nick/Cesar/Window King without a doubt."
Jeanette M on March 2025
Window King specializes in aluminum and vinyl replacement windows, including double-hung, bays, bows, and slider windows for both residential and commercial markets, as well as security and sliding doors - all from the top brands in the industry, and has served the Westchester, Fairfield, Five Boroughs and Bergen county for over 30 years. --- In a world full of horror stories and poor quality work, broken contracts, no-show schedules and poor quality, Window King has become a leader in "Customer Service Satisfaction". We feature vinyl, aluminum, wood, composite and fiberglass replacement windows, all available as bays, bows, casements, sliders and double hungs. We beat ANY written estimate and offer free estimates with no obligation.5 employees. Charges a flat rate. No travel charges. Ask about Angie's List. City of New York License #1171450, Westchester County License #WC-15985-H09, Rockland County License #H-09683-07-00-00, Yonkers License #3979, New Jersey License #13VH00055900 And Connecticut License #603035.Nassau County License #H0810890000. Additional DBA names: Window King LLC.
"Loved working with Window King and highly recommend them! I was nervous about replacing my three really old windows in my old Hoboken condo. Nick walked me through the entire process so that I felt comfortable with the windows I was choosing as well as colors, and so that I was in line with what the HOA would/ wouldn't allow. Cesar and his crew were present on install day - they were on time, courteous, fast, professional, and did an incredible job. I don't think it even took them four hours. And big thanks to Lisa who was extremely communicative regarding the timeline. My condo is now far less noisy in terms of the noise coming from the street- and MUCH warmer which is exactly what I needed. Pictured are two of my old and new windows - the black lining are the old ones and white lining is the new. If I have the good fortune to own another home, I will use Nick/Cesar/Window King without a doubt."
Jeanette M on March 2025
You can generally remove between 1/8-inch and 1 inch when planing a door, depending on its construction. Exceeding this range risks compromising the door's structural integrity. For hollow-core doors, only trim the solid wood perimeter frame. Always start with minimal removal and check the fit frequently to avoid over-planing.
For basic door planing, you'll need either a manual hand plane or an electric planer . Additional supplies include sandpaper for smoothing edges, appropriate paint or stain for finishing, and possibly a screwdriver for hardware removal. Painter's tape helps protect surfaces during the process.
A professional handyperson or carpenter can plane a door in less than an hour. This includes removing the door, marking the areas needing adjustment, carefully planing the edges, and rehanging the door. DIY projects often take longer, especially for those unfamiliar with the process or working with limited tools.
No, planing should only be performed on wood doors. Metal, composite, and fiberglass doors require different modification methods entirely. Even with wood doors, hollow-core models need special attention as only their solid perimeter frame can be planed. Always verify your door's construction before attempting any modifications.