Home Remodeling and Roofing in Clayton, NJ
Kitchens, bathrooms, roofing and siding and more for homes in Clayton, Gloucester County.
About Clayton homes
Clayton grew from a settlement called Fislertown, which had 36 families by 1812. The borough includes Silver Lake and borders Elk Township, Franklin Township, Glassboro and Monroe Township. Its homes range from older houses near the center to subdivisions built since 2000.
Census estimates (ACS 2020-2024) describe Clayton's housing like this: The median home was built in 1975; 23% have been built since 2000; the largest share was built before 1940; 82% are detached houses and 2% are twins or townhouses. Big Cat General Contractor works in the older center of town, Silver Lake and the newer neighborhoods.
Popular projects in Clayton
These are the services Clayton homeowners ask us about most. All of our other services are available too.
Bathroom Remodeling
Fiberglass tubs, cultured-marble tops and weak exhaust fans are typical of Clayton baths from this period. We replace them and fix any water damage we find. Accessible, curbless showers are available.
Bathroom Remodeling details →Roofing & Siding
Homes built in Clayton in the 1970s and 1980s often need new roofs along with replacement of aging siding, soffits and gutters. We install drip edge, ice-and-water shield and proper flashing on every roof.
Roofing & Siding details →Deck Building
Many Clayton decks were built with nailed joist hangers and no ledger flashing. We replace them with a properly fastened, permitted structure. We offer composite and pressure-treated lumber.
Deck Building details →Flooring & Tile
In Clayton split-levels and colonials, we run continuous flooring through the main level and handle stairs, transitions and trim. We also do tile backsplashes and shower walls.
Flooring & Tile details →Kitchen Remodeling
In Clayton, we often replace oak cabinets, laminate counters and fluorescent box lights with shaker cabinets, quartz and recessed or under-cabinet LEDs. We coordinate permits for plumbing and electrical changes.
Kitchen Remodeling details →What to know before a project in Clayton
- Permits. Clayton Borough handles construction permits and inspections for Clayton. We prepare the drawings and applications, schedule inspections and keep the approved permit on site.
- 1970s and 1980s construction. About 58% of Clayton homes were built before 1980. Common issues include aging roofs, original windows and siding, poor attic ventilation and lead paint in homes built before 1978.
- Water nearby. Homes near Silver 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 Clayton homeowners
Do you work in Clayton and the surrounding rural townships?
Yes. We work in Clayton and in neighboring Glassboro, Monroe Township and Franklinville.
Should I replace my Clayton 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.
Do I need a permit for a remodel in Clayton?
Many projects do, including decks, roofing, basements, structural changes and most plumbing and electrical work. Permits go through Clayton Borough. We handle the application and inspections.
Request a free estimate in Clayton
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