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We are a small owner operated Landscaping and tree services company.Services provided are Spring and Fall clean up.Lawn maintenance.plant shrubs or flowers.Tree trimming or pruning leveling. We also offer tree removal.
"Excellent Service."
Marcy P on May 2024
We are a small owner operated Landscaping and tree services company.Services provided are Spring and Fall clean up.Lawn maintenance.plant shrubs or flowers.Tree trimming or pruning leveling. We also offer tree removal.
"Excellent Service."
Marcy P on May 2024
Since 1989 Mountain Landscape Contractors, Inc. has been servicing northern New Jersey with all encompassing commercial and residential landscape services. Mountain Landscape Contractors, Inc. offers a full complement of landscape services providing everything you need to improve and maintain your property with one professional relationship.
"We've been using Mountain Landscape Contractors for the past 6+ years and they have totally transformed our property. It went from a neglected and overgrown mess to a beautiful usable space for our family to grow and play in. We use them for basic maintenance and property upkeep but we've also used them for drainage, fencing, retaining wall work, water management, hardscaping, landscaping and so much more. We'd highly recommend them to anyone looking to take their property to the next level."
Ari H on October 2024
Since 1989 Mountain Landscape Contractors, Inc. has been servicing northern New Jersey with all encompassing commercial and residential landscape services. Mountain Landscape Contractors, Inc. offers a full complement of landscape services providing everything you need to improve and maintain your property with one professional relationship.
"We've been using Mountain Landscape Contractors for the past 6+ years and they have totally transformed our property. It went from a neglected and overgrown mess to a beautiful usable space for our family to grow and play in. We use them for basic maintenance and property upkeep but we've also used them for drainage, fencing, retaining wall work, water management, hardscaping, landscaping and so much more. We'd highly recommend them to anyone looking to take their property to the next level."
Ari H on October 2024
Home Quality Remodeling is a residential general contractor specializing in whole home remodels, including kitchen & bathroom remodels and home additions. We are licensed & insured in New Jersey. Satisfaction guaranteed, we always aim to exceed your expectations and never leave the job until your home vision is made a reality.
"Home Quality Remodeling took such great care of us with our project. We had a pleasant experience with Jacob, he is organized and professional. We will definitely return to them for future projects."
Kim F on November 2023
Home Quality Remodeling is a residential general contractor specializing in whole home remodels, including kitchen & bathroom remodels and home additions. We are licensed & insured in New Jersey. Satisfaction guaranteed, we always aim to exceed your expectations and never leave the job until your home vision is made a reality.
"Home Quality Remodeling took such great care of us with our project. We had a pleasant experience with Jacob, he is organized and professional. We will definitely return to them for future projects."
Kim F on November 2023
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in remodeling services; 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! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"I went with Alex and team to install a new roof. He was super easy to work with, had great prices and his install team did a phenomenal job. If you are debating what company to choose for your project, choose Alex. You will not be disappointed!"
Danielle S on March 2025
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in remodeling services; 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! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"I went with Alex and team to install a new roof. He was super easy to work with, had great prices and his install team did a phenomenal job. If you are debating what company to choose for your project, choose Alex. You will not be disappointed!"
Danielle S on March 2025
Built-Well Builders offers services in construction, remodeling, architectural design and interior design to both residential and commercial customers in Northern New Jersey. As a fully licensed and insured company with over 30 years of experience, we have garnered the respect of our clients and homeowners as well as industry professionals. Home buyers today want more out of their home than ever before. They want a creative and innovative home with a unique floor plan. At Built-Well, we understand the needs and desires of today’s home owners and buyers. Our homes, additions, and renovations are designed to suit your individual needs while incorporating style, luxury and convenience. Whether you are thinking of a custom home design, a whole house renovation, or a second story addition, Built-Well is uniquely positioned and qualified to provide attentive, expert service by an experienced, talented team from initial concept through construction.
"We hired Grant and the Built-Well team to renovate our kitchen, and they were fantastic to work with. I appreciated how communicative and approachable Grant was from beginning to end, especially about timelines. I was impressed with everyone on his team also — the designer, demo crew, plumbers, electricians, flooring guys, carpenters, and painters — they were all meticulous, tidy, and incredibly experienced in their areas. We love our new kitchen and are so happy that we went with the Built-Well team."
Emily M on March 2025
Built-Well Builders offers services in construction, remodeling, architectural design and interior design to both residential and commercial customers in Northern New Jersey. As a fully licensed and insured company with over 30 years of experience, we have garnered the respect of our clients and homeowners as well as industry professionals. Home buyers today want more out of their home than ever before. They want a creative and innovative home with a unique floor plan. At Built-Well, we understand the needs and desires of today’s home owners and buyers. Our homes, additions, and renovations are designed to suit your individual needs while incorporating style, luxury and convenience. Whether you are thinking of a custom home design, a whole house renovation, or a second story addition, Built-Well is uniquely positioned and qualified to provide attentive, expert service by an experienced, talented team from initial concept through construction.
"We hired Grant and the Built-Well team to renovate our kitchen, and they were fantastic to work with. I appreciated how communicative and approachable Grant was from beginning to end, especially about timelines. I was impressed with everyone on his team also — the designer, demo crew, plumbers, electricians, flooring guys, carpenters, and painters — they were all meticulous, tidy, and incredibly experienced in their areas. We love our new kitchen and are so happy that we went with the Built-Well team."
Emily M on March 2025
We have over 20 years experience. It is our mission, to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"The work went excellently. Sergei and Mike discussed with me, and we figured out the type of ropes to get for restringing hanging vertical blinds and taking down and redoing some curtains. These two guys are amazing with their handiwork. They came through when some of the local curtain and blind stores were of little or not any help. Hire them!"
Robert B on August 2022
We have over 20 years experience. It is our mission, to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"The work went excellently. Sergei and Mike discussed with me, and we figured out the type of ropes to get for restringing hanging vertical blinds and taking down and redoing some curtains. These two guys are amazing with their handiwork. They came through when some of the local curtain and blind stores were of little or not any help. Hire them!"
Robert B on August 2022
We are 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. We are experts in bathroom renovation, kitchen renovation, finished basement renovations and complete home renovations. Accurate knowledge of our trade, experience, 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. Please give us a call today!
"Sergio and his crew were fantastic to work with. The best compliment is hearing my wife say,time and again: I just love my bathroom!"
Gustavo V on October 2023
We are 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. We are experts in bathroom renovation, kitchen renovation, finished basement renovations and complete home renovations. Accurate knowledge of our trade, experience, 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. Please give us a call today!
"Sergio and his crew were fantastic to work with. The best compliment is hearing my wife say,time and again: I just love my bathroom!"
Gustavo V on October 2023
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
Longo Construction Electrical Company my name is ALEX LONGO and I am the Owner I started the business 34 years ago .We are a full service company we are license for construction we are license for electrical and we are license for building we take care of designing We also have architects for bigger project I work closely with all my clients I gave my clients my cell number so they can reach me anytime of the day day or evening I also gave him my 24 hour number in case of an emergency I'm always available from start to finish on projects if you want a free estimate please give me a call I do estimates During the day or evenings and on Saturdays . We take care of small medium and large jobs I have my guys that work for me over 20 years you're free to leave the house with my care . We are fully insured.
"It went well. They did take a while to start because he was down workers."
Lisa T on April 2023
Longo Construction Electrical Company my name is ALEX LONGO and I am the Owner I started the business 34 years ago .We are a full service company we are license for construction we are license for electrical and we are license for building we take care of designing We also have architects for bigger project I work closely with all my clients I gave my clients my cell number so they can reach me anytime of the day day or evening I also gave him my 24 hour number in case of an emergency I'm always available from start to finish on projects if you want a free estimate please give me a call I do estimates During the day or evenings and on Saturdays . We take care of small medium and large jobs I have my guys that work for me over 20 years you're free to leave the house with my care . We are fully insured.
"It went well. They did take a while to start because he was down workers."
Lisa T on April 2023
Properly licensed & insured construction company located in Northern New Jersey.
"We hired the Mazepa Group to gut and reconfigure our master bath. This was a bigger project than we realized and Devin was helpful at every step. He advised us on different ways to configure the space, offered his experience in working with different materials, and was understanding when we inevitably changed our minds on what we wanted to do as we went along. He is very easy to work with. His crews were friendly, professional, and dedicated to customer satisfaction. They took obvious pride in doing careful work and keeping the work area as tidy as possible. We would gladly use the Mazepa Group again."
Maryann P on March 2025
Properly licensed & insured construction company located in Northern New Jersey.
"We hired the Mazepa Group to gut and reconfigure our master bath. This was a bigger project than we realized and Devin was helpful at every step. He advised us on different ways to configure the space, offered his experience in working with different materials, and was understanding when we inevitably changed our minds on what we wanted to do as we went along. He is very easy to work with. His crews were friendly, professional, and dedicated to customer satisfaction. They took obvious pride in doing careful work and keeping the work area as tidy as possible. We would gladly use the Mazepa Group again."
Maryann P on March 2025
Guest house building services FAQs
In most states, yes—you can build a guest house, but every city or county sets its own zoning rules and building codes. Before breaking ground, check local ordinances, confirm lot setbacks, and secure the right permits. A local contractor or design-build firm can walk you through the paperwork and site requirements so your project starts on solid legal footing.
Yes—homeowners often tap a few different financing tools. A home-equity line of credit (HELOC) lets you borrow against your equity as you need funds. If you prefer a lump sum tied directly to the project, a short-term construction loan can roll into a second mortgage once the build is complete. Cash-out refinancing is another option: you replace your current mortgage with a larger one and use the difference to cover construction costs.
When you build a guest house, you’re creating a separate structure for hosting visitors without the full amenities needed for permanent living. An accessory dwelling unit, however, includes a complete kitchen and bathroom, meeting building codes for a long-term residence. This key difference makes an ADU ideal for long-term occupancy or rental income, adding enduring value to your property.
How many rooms you need depends on how you plan to use the space. Aim for one bedroom per every one or two occupants to make sure everyone has enough privacy and comfort. Added living and dining areas give you extra functionality, especially for rental use or long-term stays.
Most homeowners pick somewhere between 600 and 1,500 square feet to fit all the essentials. Make sure your design supports one to two occupants per bedroom and includes enough common areas for comfortable daily living. A well-proportioned layout boosts both functionality and property value.
No—a guest house isn’t just a bump-out on your main home. A bump-out is a small extension within an existing room for extra seating or storage. In contrast, you build a guest house as a standalone building with its own foundation and amenities, giving you a fully separate living area that can boost your property’s versatility and value.
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