Monk's Home Improvements

Interior Painting, Exterior Painting, Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,

This pro has maintained an average of 4.5+ stars throughout their time with Angi.

About us

Along with the Monk's Kitchen & Bath Design Studio, we are a full-service home improvement provider. Monk's will help you plan, design, and purchase everything you need for a remodel. Then our expert craftsmen will install everything and our painters will come and complete the job.

Business highlights

17 years of trusted experience
Veteran Owned & Operated
LGBTQ+ Friendly
Family Owned & Operated

Services we offer

Kitchen, bath, basement & attic remodeling. Kitchen & bath design. Interior & exterior painting. Exterior trim repair & replacement. Custom carpentry. Crown molding. Wainscoting. Built-in Bookshelves & Cubbies. Custom Closets and Storage. Window & Door Installation. Dustless Hardwood floor refinishing. Hardwood & tile floor installation. Deck building, repair, washing & staining. We sell cabinetry, countertops, vanities, hardware, tile, windows, doors.

Services we don't offer

Roofing. Masonry. Fence installation.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
CreditCard
Financing Available

Our Recent Projects


Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.8568 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
85%
4
8%
3
3%
2
2%
1
2%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.5
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9

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Showing 76-100 of 568 reviews

Judy C.
11/2022
4.0
home remodeling
  + -1 more
Monk's Home Improvements recently did a total renovation of my master bathroom. From beginning to end, they did a fantastic job! Joey Valario, the project manager was so helpful. He kept me informed of what was happening next and conferred with the workmen. If I had a problem or a question, I was always able to reach him and he came over to the house as quickly as possible to solve it. All the workmen were pleasant and considerate. Zoriana, the designer, did a fantastic job in helping me choose the materials and was very patient. I am extremely pleased with the results and with Joey Valerio and his team. I love my new bathroom!!!
Description of Work: This was a complete bathroom renovation.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$30,000

Kathleen K.
11/2022
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
Can't say enough great things about our recent experience with Monks. Our home had many, many layers of paint/wallpaper from the last 5 decades. It was not a simple job and not a job a non-professional could attempt. They throughly explained the process and were able to start the job right away. We were planning to be away and they went out of their way to meet with us ahead of our leaving, and work in the home while we were away, finishing ahead of schedule when we returned. They completely removed the wallpaper they could, and where it was impossible, they removed any signs of wallpaper/textures. They took perfect care of the home and kept us updated. They completed the job ahead of schedule, left the home in clean condition, and it looks even better than I anticipated. Jon and Alberto were friendly, professional, and very patient with my last minute paint changes, questions, etc. We'd highly recommend their services.
Description of Work: wallpaper removal, interior painting

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Meridth P.
11/2022
5.0
house painters
  + -1 more
There is no job too big or small for the team at Monk’s. Jon has been our project manager for multiple projects and he is honest, friendly and reliable. Alberto is also great as is Hairam (sp) Monk’s will continue to be our “go-to” for all of our home improvement needs. Finding such reliability amongst contractors is rare!
Description of Work: Various projects.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$20,000

Response from Monk's Home Improvements
Thank you for your continued trust in Monk's over the past couple of years. We appreciate it! I've shared your review with Jon and Alberto. They look forward to working with you again.

Kati E.
11/2022
5.0
home remodeling
  + -1 more
We cannot say enough good things about Monks. We recently used Monks Home Improvement for our kitchen renovation. From start to finish, the service we received was impeccable. No detail was missed and our project manager Garrett Culloo kept us informed every step of the way. He was proactive with every situation that arose and involved with every detail of the demo and construction. I highly recommend Garrett; we will certain be using him for future Monks renovations.
Description of Work: New floors, cabinet spray, new counter tops, backsplash, new constructed island.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Monk's Home Improvements
Thank you, [Member Name Removed]! I really love the quartz backsplash. Thank you for sharing your experience with Monk's! Garrett looks forward to helping out with your next project.

Nancy M.
08/2022
5.0
deck cleaning, pressure washing, house painters
  + 1 more
Excellent quality contractor from beginning to end. Jon walked our home and created a detailed quote for complete exterior painting and powder washing and staining deck. We have used Monks for several projects, including a complete bath reno. Each contract has been comprehensive, leaving no room for disagreements mid project. Excellent communication thru entire 7 work days. Alberto the crew foreman checked in with us each morning. We always knew what was happening each day. He addressed any of our questions promptly. The crew was punctual and worked solid days. The quality of the finished job is exceptional. We will certainly continue to use Monks in the future.
Description of Work: Paint home exterior, deck staining

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,000

Jason J.
04/2022
2.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
I hired Monk’s to paint the interior of my house. To keep things simple, here are the problems I experienced: 1. They didn’t paint items above your eye level (i.e. you needed a ladder to see) such as the tops of the doors and the upper trims of the windows 2. They didn’t paint items below your eye level (i.e. you needed to crouch down to see) such as the bottoms of the doors and the lower trims of the windows 3. They painted on hardware such as strike plates, doorknobs, window handles, hinges, sliding doors’ upper/lower tracks, and more. It’s nearly impossible to get the paint off the window handles, so ultimately, I’ll have to purchase replacements. 4. There’s overspray on windows, glass, pipes, wires, etc. 5. There’s a lot of drips and uneven painting throughout the house I did a warranty claim, and the owner told me that they could fix everything in 3 days. They didn’t. They came the following week for 2 days and the painters told me they finished. They didn’t. Honestly, I think the crux of the issue is their business model. You might deal with a somewhat reasonable estimator such as Jon Clauson, but ultimately, he’s not managing the project. It seemed no one was really managing the project and ensuring quality. Monk’s seems to be a volume business and subcontracts the work out to people who aren’t full-time employees, so it’s not surprising they might not care about the end result. They certainly aren’t accountable for the end result. Overall, I wouldn’t recommend Monk’s.
Description of Work: Painting entire interior of house

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
2.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0

$20,000

Response from Monk's Home Improvements
[Member Name Removed], I’m quite disappointed to read these reviews regarding your interpretation of the events. From day one I facilitated meetings with the previous homeowner and yourself prior to your closing date, I jumped through hoops to work as a go-between when no one else was able to come through for you. The hundreds upon hundreds of text messages between us over several months about not only our ongoing construction job but about every other new experience and issue you encountered as a first-time homebuyer. The deadlines you repeatedly asked us to meet for your furniture deliveries, moving dates, family visiting, Etc. We worked in the specific areas of the house you requested and accommodated all of your requests in order to have the painting and floors completed in time for your move because I knew it was important for you to move in on time. If you recall, we had a very small window of time to complete the project. When you asked us to assist you with moving boxes from the garage or bringing in packages, we always assisted. When you damaged walls from bringing in furniture or needed help at the house, I never denied your request or charged extra. I feel I and the team worked very hard to make this a smooth transition into your new home with the utmost good faith. Apparently, you agreed because you left a glowing 5-star review in November when you moved in. Looking back now, in our rush to meet these deadlines, mistakes were made, and this is true. However, I believe you and I could have resolved these issues before things went south and we parted ways. In fact, we did come back during the winter and spent many more than 2 days and corrected not only our issues but other issues as well including all the issues in the photos you attached. It is odd to see this review 8 months after we completed the initial job. - Jon

charles M.
01/2022
5.0
woodworking, home remodeling, interior painters, floor cleaning
  + 2 more
We had a dining room fire . Ashes, soot, ceiling damage, etc. Kurt Becker, foreman Huibel, the rest of the Monk team - did a great job - exceeding what was expected. For example, removing ceiling chandelier, manually perfectly cleaning fire scorch marks, re-installing. And a total, perfect clean up. Monks the best. Chuck Miller
Description of Work: paint, clean up

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Mark S.
12/2021
5.0
interior painters, doors
  + 0 more
We were very pleased with the services provided by Monk's. The doors were installed and stained on schedule, and look great. The work team (both carpenters and painters) were prompt, professional, and easy to work with. We now have beautiful doors.
Description of Work: Replace and stain 6 interior and 2 exterior doors

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000

Anne P.
10/2021
5.0
contractors, replacement windows, house painters
  + 1 more
It's great to work with Monk's again. First walked the house with Kurt Becker, then based on our discussion, he made up a couple of estimates, detailing different senarios on the work to be done. Having those estimates in hand, we were able to figure out the exact work we would have done. Scheduling with Kurt was easy. The work crew was efficient, they cleaned up daily, and they turned out beautiful work. We are very satisfied.
Description of Work: Repair and exterior painting of windows on our circa. 1910 home. A few panes were replaced, 2 windows were repaired on the outside framing. All windows were recalked and painted on the outside, and they were washed inside and out.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Stephanie A.
05/2021
5.0
house painters
  + -1 more
I highly recommend Monk's. From the first time I reached out to them, the communication was great. Jon arrived on time, gave a prompt estimate and was available for questions via e-mail and phone and a start date was scheduled. On the day of service, Jon communicated the exact time the painters would arrive. The painters were very friendly, thorough, did a great job painting my very tall house, and left the yard clean.
Description of Work: Exterior painting
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Mark S.
12/2020
5.0
interior painters, doors
  + 0 more
It went extremely well. The new door is beautiful and the workers were pleasant to work with. We needed some work done outside around the door, and the foreman gave us a great suggestion which worked perfectly for us. The banister (for our center hall colonial) was very intricate, and the old stain needed to be hand sanded in several areas and was tedious work. The crew did a wonderful job, and the new stain looks great. The family room and trim needed to be refreshed (this is the room the French door was added to) and it looks like a great job. The painters were very professional, and did a great job, including cleanup. We could not be happier with how things turned out.
Description of Work: Replace sliding patio door with French, refinish banister, repaint family room (including trim)

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000

Alan T.
10/2020
5.0
gutter repair, handyman service, basement waterproofing, house painters
  + 2 more
The work was done professionally. Kurt Becker was especially helpful.
Description of Work: House painting and minor repairs

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

William F.
10/2020
1.0
replacement windows, basement waterproofing, woodworking
  + 1 more
Absolute nightmare. Single worst contractor experience ever. Ordered new custom windows and french doors. Nothing came in as ordered. Installation was shoddy with paint left on the glass and hardware missing. Installation crew even painted plastic moldings which wer never supposed to be painted and improperly installed window moldings. Custom woodwork (moldings) looked like it was done by a 12 year old in woodshop. Months later we are still without proper hardware. Installation crew did not follow proper COVID protocols. I would not recommend them to my worst enemy.
Description of Work: Windows and French Doors

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$30,000

Jane O.
09/2020
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
I talked with Kurt Becker of Monk's Home Improvements on August 13 about getting painters to refresh the rooms on the first floor of my house as well as the master bath on the second floor. The house is for sale and I was contacting him from out of state as I have already moved. In quick order, he visited the house, sent me an estimate and once I confirmed, he booked a start date of Monday, August 24. The painters used a day to prep and to take wallpaper down in one of the rooms. They painted 4 rooms, two hallways, one bath - including ceilings, doors and trim work and were finished by Friday, August 28. The house looks terrific and we are so grateful to Kurt and Monk for their prompt response and quick completion of the job - and especially for working with me long distance. I had used Monk for prior projects and knew I could count on their workmanship.Thank you! Jane O.
Description of Work: Interior Painting

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

MarthaTom B.
09/2020
5.0
contractors, woodworking, doors
  + 1 more
They did an excellent job and did it in a timely manner. They showed up on time and I would highly recommend them.
Description of Work: They installed a new door and framing. They also built stairs in the basement as well.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Tom A.
07/2020
5.0
deck cleaning
  + -1 more
We had Monk's power wash our deck and a few other areas of the house, They did an excellent job as they have in the past for a number of projects. Kurt Becker has been very helpful in planning and coordinating these projects. We highly recommend them.
Description of Work: Power washing

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

Response from Monk's Home Improvements
Thank you for your continued business! We really appreciate the review.

cristina J.
06/2020
5.0
basement waterproofing, house painters
  + 0 more
Wonderful. The team arrived on time since day 1. Very respectful, diligent and on point. I would definitively hire Monk’s again.
Description of Work: Outdoor painting (house)

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Jeannine N.
02/2020
5.0
ceramic tile, flooring contractor, handyman service, hardwood floor, remodeling, wallpaper removal, woodworking, home remodeling, interior painters, cabinet refacing
  + 8 more
Project went well. Cabinets were repainted. Floor redone. Blacksplash new. Carpentry and painting. John and Jose very responsive to all work that needed to be done. Would hire them again for another project.
Description of Work: Kitchen Upgrade

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Linda W.
02/2020
5.0
ceramic tile, hardwood floor, wallpaper removal, replacement windows, interior painters, doors
  + 4 more
Monk did a great job. A special thanks to Ward Malnak. He made sure everything was done as promised. Also, thanks to Gerald for quality painting work.
Description of Work: Interior painting, tile floor installation, wood floor sanding and refinishing. new window and new door installation.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$25,000

Warren K.
02/2020
5.0
interior painters, doors
  + 0 more
still in quote stage, w/a appx 3-4 weeks UPDATE AS OF 3/30/2020: They were efficient and knowledgeable, the entire teem of 4. They worked clean, you would never know there was work done there that day ! There was some minor fine tuning needed, it was done quickly and accurately.
Description of Work: replace several interior doors

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000

Patricia F.
01/2020
5.0
interior painters, cabinet refacing
  + 0 more
Ryan Finn has a great crew and did an excellent job. I would definitely recommend them to my friends.
Description of Work: Repainting of kitchen cabinets, door and window trim, replaced cabinet hardware

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,800

Steven P.
11/2019
5.0
woodworking, interior painters
  + 0 more
They were awesome. They treated the project like it was their own home. The work is outstanding. Beautiful. I will definitely use them again.
Description of Work: Painting and carpentry

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250,000

Bob F.
11/2019
5.0
decks
  + -1 more
Work was done in November 2018 within about a 2 week period. There were 3-4 workers during the project, all good craftsmen, and open to suggestions and small changes along the way. Oversight and supervision was excellent and it was easy to communicate at any time regarding any details or explanations. Slight delay occurred to order additional decking when initial order ran out (didn't want to overbuy expensive decking material). Working with composite decking material required careful workmanship and lead carpenter was excellent. In addition the original and new deck was in contact with a new three-seasons porch, requiring extra care to avoid any damage to it. Final result met our expectations and then some. Workers also seemed very pleased with their work, many taking pictures after their thorough cleanup, and before leaving. Overall it was a very good experience.
Description of Work: Original (1996) cedar deck, stairs, and railing was replaced with a composite material to match original design. Large original deck (approx. 700 sq ft) needed to be removed, and underlying support structure inspected and strengthened. Original design was reasonably complicated with herringbone pattern, angled benches, and a surround for a tree within the deck area.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Melanie L.
11/2019
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
Travis from Monks was a fantastic with response time and coordinated work! Work was done very quickly and I was very happy with the product!!
Description of Work: Painting and tile work

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000

Response from Monk's Home Improvements
Thank you for the review, [Member Name Removed]! -Ty Monk

Donna M.
11/2019
5.0
decks, drywall, flooring contractor, hardwood floor, remodeling, replacement windows, woodworking, home remodeling, house painters, interior painters, doors
  + 9 more
Excelllent Responsible, trust worthy and quality work! The best in the business!
Description of Work: Painting, millwork, hardwood floors, bookcases built, moldings

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Monk's Home Improvements
Wow, thank you for these very kind words! -Ty Monk

Contact information


Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM


Licensing

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
NJHI # 13VH03615000
Trade License Locale
NJ
Trade License Authority
New Jersey: General
Trade License Expiration
03/31/2025

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
Yes
Use Green Products or Work Practices
No
State Contractor License Requirements

All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Interior Painting,
Exterior Painting,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
General Remodeling,
Doors,
Drywall,
Flooring Sales and Installation,
Decks and Porches,
Pressure Washing,
Hardwood Flooring Sales and Installation,
Wallpaper Removal

FAQ

Monk's Home Improvements is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Thursday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Monk's Home Improvements accepts the following forms of payment: Check,CreditCard,Financing Available
Yes, Monk's Home Improvements offers free project estimates.
Yes, Monk's Home Improvements offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Monk's Home Improvements does not offer a senior discount.
No, Monk's Home Improvements does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Monk's Home Improvements offers warranties.
Monk's Home Improvements offers the following services: Kitchen, bath, basement & attic remodeling. Kitchen & bath design. Interior & exterior painting. Exterior trim repair & replacement. Custom carpentry. Crown molding. Wainscoting. Built-in Bookshelves & Cubbies. Custom Closets and Storage. Window & Door Installation. Dustless Hardwood floor refinishing. Hardwood & tile floor installation. Deck building, repair, washing & staining. We sell cabinetry, countertops, vanities, hardware, tile, windows, doors.
Roofing. Masonry. Fence installation.

Contact information


Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM