Home Remodeling and Roofing in Merchantville, NJ
Painting, roofing and siding, kitchens and more for homes in Merchantville, Camden County.
About Merchantville homes
Merchantville was incorporated in 1874 from parts of Delaware Township (now Cherry Hill) and the former Stockton Township. The borough is less than a square mile, is surrounded by Cherry Hill and Pennsauken, and is known for its older homes on tree-lined streets. About three quarters of its housing was built before 1960.
Census estimates (ACS 2020-2024) describe Merchantville's housing like this: The median home was built in 1944; the largest share was built before 1940; 86% predate 1980; only 45% are detached single-family houses, with the rest attached homes and apartments. Our crews work in the whole borough, including its larger older homes and multi-unit buildings.
Popular projects in Merchantville
These are the services Merchantville homeowners ask us about most. All of our other services are available too.
Kitchen Remodeling
Kitchens in Merchantville's older homes are often small and closed off, and we plan remodels around plaster walls, older wiring and floors that may not be level. You get a written scope before work begins.
Kitchen Remodeling details →Bathroom Remodeling
In older Merchantville homes, bathrooms may sit on undersized or notched joists. We reinforce the floor, replace old drains and waterproof before any tile goes down. Most bath remodels take a few weeks once materials are on site.
Bathroom Remodeling details →Flooring & Tile
In older Merchantville homes, we refinish or patch original hardwood where we can, and we level old subfloors before laying new material. We also do tile backsplashes and shower walls.
Flooring & Tile details →Painting
We paint older Merchantville houses with careful scraping, trim repair and lead-safe practices. We protect floors and furniture every day.
Painting details →Roofing & Siding
Many older Merchantville roofs have dormers, valleys and chimneys that need new step and counter flashing, so we don't rely on caulk. We also repair rotted rafter tails and fascia. We also replace gutters and repair storm damage.
Roofing & Siding details →What to know before a project in Merchantville
- Permits. Merchantville Borough handles construction permits and inspections for Merchantville. We prepare the drawings and applications, schedule inspections and keep the approved permit on site.
- Site conditions. Much of South Jersey sits on sandy coastal-plain soils. They drain well in many places, but low spots can hold water. We check grading and gutters before building decks or finishing basements.
- Storms. Nor'easters and the remnants of tropical storms bring heavy wind and rain. We use high-wind shingle nailing patterns, sealed flashing and secure gutter hangers.
- Older construction. 46% of Merchantville homes were built before 1940. Expect plaster walls, older framing, original wiring in some houses and lead paint in homes built before 1978. We budget for surprises behind walls and use lead-safe practices.
Questions from Merchantville homeowners
Can you repaint or re-side a large older Merchantville home?
Yes. On large older homes we scrape and prepare carefully, repair rotted trim and use lead-safe work practices, which apply to homes built before 1978. Where the owner wants the original look, we match trim profiles and colors.
What should I expect when remodeling an older Merchantville home?
Plan a contingency for what's behind the walls: old wiring, rotted framing or undersized drains. Homes built before 1978 require lead-safe work practices. We point out likely issues at the estimate and price the known work in writing.
Do I need a permit for a remodel in Merchantville?
Many projects do, including decks, roofing, basements, structural changes and most plumbing and electrical work. Permits go through Merchantville Borough. We handle the application and inspections.
Request a free estimate in Merchantville
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