Almonesson, NJ Remodeling and Home Improvement
Kitchens, bathrooms, roofing and siding and more for homes in Almonesson, Gloucester County.
Working in Almonesson
Almonesson is an unincorporated community in Deptford Township, just south of the Deptford Mall and near Routes 41, 42 and 55. Almonesson Lake, at its center, once produced large amounts of ice every winter for the region.
Almonesson is part of Deptford Township, which Census estimates describe as follows: The median home was built in 1976; the largest share was built in the 1950s; 22% have been built since 2000; 73% are detached houses and 8% are twins or townhouses. Big Cat General Contractor works in the neighborhoods around Almonesson Lake and the rest of Deptford Township.
Popular projects in Almonesson
These are the services Almonesson homeowners ask us about most. All of our other services are available too.
Kitchen Remodeling
Kitchens from the 1970s and 1980s are due for replacement in much of Almonesson. Typical remodels include new cabinets, counters, lighting and flooring, and sometimes removing a soffit or a peninsula. You get a written scope before work begins.
Kitchen Remodeling details →Bathroom Remodeling
Fiberglass tubs, cultured-marble tops and weak exhaust fans are typical of Almonesson baths from this period. We replace them and fix any water damage we find. Most bath remodels take a few weeks once materials are on site.
Bathroom Remodeling details →Roofing & Siding
Homes built in Almonesson in the 1970s and 1980s often need new roofs along with replacement of aging siding, soffits and gutters. We also replace gutters and repair storm damage.
Roofing & Siding details →Finished Basements
Unfinished basements in Almonesson from the 1970s and 1980s can become family rooms, offices or guest space. We start with moisture control and egress. We handle permits and inspections.
Finished Basements details →Deck Building
Many decks from the 1980s and 1990s in Almonesson are near the end of their life. We rebuild them with new footings, flashed ledgers, stairs and railings. We offer composite and pressure-treated lumber.
Deck Building details →What to know before a project in Almonesson
- Permits. Almonesson is an unincorporated community, not its own municipality, so permits and inspections go through Deptford Township under New Jersey's Uniform Construction Code. We confirm the correct office from your property record and file for you.
- House age. About 55% of Deptford Township homes are more than 45 years old. They often have original single-pane or early vinyl windows, T1-11 or aluminum siding and undersized attic ventilation.
- Water nearby. Homes near Almonesson Lake can see higher humidity, wet basements or mapped flood zones. We check the flood map and the house's moisture history, and we plan drainage, flashing and materials accordingly.
- Weather. South Jersey's freeze-thaw cycles and nor'easters are hard on roof edges, gutters and siding. Ice-and-water shield at the eaves, good attic ventilation and properly sized gutters prevent most problems.
Questions from Almonesson homeowners
Who handles permits for Almonesson homes?
Almonesson is part of Deptford Township, so permits go through the Deptford Township construction office. We prepare and file them.
Should I replace my Almonesson roof and siding together?
If both are near the end of their life, doing them together lets us flash windows, walls and roof edges as one system, and it usually costs less than two separate projects.
How do your estimates work?
We visit the property, measure, discuss options and send a written estimate that lists the scope, materials and exclusions. Estimates are free.
Request a free estimate in Almonesson
Tell us about your project. We reply by phone, text or email, usually within one business day.
Prefer to talk? Call 609-968-0133 or text 609-968-0133.
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