Overbuilding Homes, New Jersey Home Building Tips

Posted on January 13, 2014December 3, 2014 by M&M Specialist

Are you planning on having a brand new home built on your piece of land? Be careful about overbuilding. Make sure you and your contractor take a look at the home along the street. An overbuilt house will be harder to resell. Try to keep your new home consistent with the look and feel of the neighborhood otherwise you are probably overimproving your property. A quick way to get started is by making sure your new home has around the same amount of rooms as the other homes nearby. If your home has ...

Roof Replacement New Jersey

Posted on January 13, 2014January 13, 2015 by M&M Specialist

The roof is an important part of your home that is often overlooked. Besides securing you from the harsh elements, your roof enhances the whole appearance of your house. It also increases the resale value of your property. Do you think it might be time for a roof replacement? If so, call M&M Construction Specialist today: 908.378.5951 Learn about M&M Construction Specialist, central and northern New Jersey's home improvement expert. Roofing ● Siding ● Windows ● Doors ● Basements ...

LEDs, CFLs, and Incandescent Bulbs: Comparisons

Posted on January 8, 2014December 3, 2014 by M&M Specialist

Keep lights off in rooms when they are not in use or have motion-activated lights installed in rooms that are frequented on and off. You will save quite a few dollars on your electric bill each month! Inquire with one of our trusted contractors on more ways you can save on your energy bills. Comparing the energy efficiency of LEDs, CFLs and incandescent bulbs: The perfect light fixture is the one that emits the most light with the least amount of energy consumed. LED light bulbs are the mo...

New Jersey Roofing Contractor – Spotswood, NJ Roof Replacement

Posted on January 6, 2014December 3, 2014 by M&M Specialist

The roof of the Parish Hall at St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Spotswood, NJ was suffering from age and wind damage. Winds had recently removed sections of shingles, exposing the shingles underneath. There were three layers of shingles (and cedar shakes over the older section) on this roof. M&M Construction Specialist stripped the roof down to expose the wood sheathing and removed all of the old cedar shakes. New plywood sheathing was placed over the area that was previously cedar shake. New...

Spotswood, NJ Concrete and Mortar Work

Posted on January 2, 2014December 3, 2014 by M&M Specialist

The Gothic revival style rectory at St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Spotswood, NJ was built in 1872. The mortar between the bricks in the basement foundation was deteriorated. Using original techniques and a time appropriate mortar mixture, the basement of the rectory was repointed. To combat the constant moisture problem, a concrete slab was installed over the dirt floor. Learn about M&M Construction Specialist, central and northern New Jersey's home improvement expert. ...

New Jersey Winter Home Maintenance

Posted on December 30, 2013December 3, 2014 by M&M Specialist

Your house is an investment that you want to keep in the best shape possible. Regular maintenance is necessary to keep down expensive repairs and ensure your family's safety. -Check and either replace or clean furnace air filters each month during the heating season to ensure optimal performance. -Clean humidifier two or three times during the winter season. -Check fire and smoke detectors and ensure they are working properly. -Check expiration date on fire extinguishers; recharge or replac...

Bergenfield, NJ Fire Restoration Project

Posted on December 20, 2013December 3, 2014 by M&M Specialist

This home in Bergenfield, NJ suffered a fire in late 2011. M&M Construction Specialist was contracted to reconstruct this home to its former glory and expand the second level in the rear of the home. The home was gutted and will be rebuilt. See more photos here.

Westfield, NJ Contratista General

Posted on December 13, 2013November 14, 2014 by M&M Specialist

Ha crecido cansado del aspecto habitual de su casa? Tener su casa remodelada en función de sus deseos y necesidades es una cosa divertida de hacer . Sin embargo , esto implica mucha paciencia , especialmente cuando se trata de trabajar con su profesional de Westfield , NJ contratista general .¿Cómo sobre la adición de una nueva sala ?Una gran manera de añadir emoción a su hogar es mediante la adición de una nueva habitación.Nuevos espacios y nuevas funcionesHabitaciones adicionales traer nuevo e...

Holiday Lights Safety Tips

Posted on December 11, 2013December 3, 2014 by M&M Specialist

-Never throw holiday lights or other decorations into trees near power lines. -Be especially careful when working near power lines attached to your house. Keep ladders, equipment and yourself at least 10 feet from all power lines. -Before use, check each light string for broken sockets, frayed cords, or faulty plugs. Replace damaged strings. Always unplug light strings while replacing bulbs. -Outdoors, use only lights, cords, animated displays and decorations rated for outdoor use. -Do not ...

NJ Winter Home Prep

Posted on December 9, 2013December 3, 2014 by M&M Specialist

1 . Prepare your hearth for fire Make sure your fireplace and chimney are in good condition and safe. 2. Seal the windows Check around your home for air leaks, especially near windows and doors. Don't let your energy bill cover things that can be prevented with a little extra insulation or new windows. 3. Clear out the gutters Have gutters cleared of any debris. Backed up gutters will allow water to pool, freeze, and crack your gutters, or spill on your house causing damage. 4. ...