Monthly Archives: January 2010

Apothecary cabinets with glass doors and a simple standing whirlpool shower system. These details will go in to our next project in Little Silver.

A bathroom renovation is never simple, and this is no exception. You can be sure we’ll make it as simple as possible for our customer, however.

We’ll also be installing raised wood paneling throughout the foyer and second floor hallway.

We’re really excited about this one and can’t wait to get started. This one should prove to be a gorgeous remodeling when finished.

Plumbing leaks aren’t supposed to happen. They’re more than an inconvenience. More like a disaster. And it doesn’t matter where — the results can be downright disastrous.

One in Rumson caused a flood, to which we responded quickly to determine the degree of damage. Once we got all the facts in order, we estimated what it would take to restore the residence to regularity. A comprehensive report was since submitted to the insurance company, on behalf of the owner.

Once we hear back, we’ll be ready for restoration. Stay tuned.

When confronted with a crisis, the outcome is likely to included some form of change. Whether it be a physical or process change, it surely includes a change in behavior. That behavior starts with new thinking. Take, for example, a flooded basement. Regardless of cause (hot water heater exploding, waste water back-up, major rainfall), the event is almost universally seen as a domestic disaster, sending homeowners and their families into crisis mode.

We’ve helped people restore basements to habitability many times. In some cases, semi-finished basements were transformed to “favorite room” status for kids and adults alike. Our project in Interlaken, N.J., started this.

After receiving a call about a flooded basement, we immediately went into action. With the threat of mold forming, there’s no time to lose. Our standard water abatement plan starts with pumping out all the standing water, as well as installing commercial dehumidifiers. Subsequently, we removed the glue-down flooring and cut the wallboard at 24″ from the bottom. After the moisture of the basement was at a acceptable level, we applied a anti-microbial solution to kill and inhibit mold growth.

We have installed a beautiful tile floor and repaired the walls. The next step will be replacing the trim work and painting. At the customer’s request, we contacted the insurance company to smooth the damage claim processing