J&A Custom Carpentry And Remodeling

I worked with James back in mid-2024 to add storage and seating to my entryway. He was always respectful of our time, our home, and us. He has an eye for design and guided us away from trends that - in hindsight - turned out to be short lived while still collaborating with us to help us achieve our vision. Everything came out beautifully, and two years later it looks and functions like it did on day 1. There is no worn paint, and not a single wobbly door or piece of tarnished hardware. He strove to be a good craftsman in every sense, so if something ever went awry, he put in the work to make it right instead of covering it up like I've seen other contractors do. If ever… read full review

I searched long and hard for someone in Northwrn NJ with great reviews and reasonable prices and James was the man! I could trust him and he kept me updated each step of the way with my board and batten installation at my house. He offered many additional tips on the best way to proceed with rest of my project as well. Couldn’t be nicer and easier to work with.incredible craftsmanship and knowledge and he milled his perfect wood himself for the job at his shop. No sup-rises. Contract was very fair and up front and he had previously given a previous estimate that was free.

James is an artist. He built new ash hardwood frames for our almost 100-year-old leaded glass windows, preserving the original glass and matching the finish to the existing chestnut trim perfectly. The windows themselves look like fine furniture. In his heart, James is a preservationist and has a deep knowledge of how to complete a project using the right woods and right techniques. James is also nice, trustworthy, transparent and careful. I cannot recommend him highly enough.