Siding Archives - Carolan Contractors

Top to Bottom Makeover

Carolan Contractors — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 17:56:59 +0000

After years of working together, we have officially touched every piece of the exterior of this home. Occupied by the son of its original owners and his family, this classic 60’s build bi-level in West Caldwell found itself needing upgrades, both cosmetic and performance based. We replaced all the windows, replaced the roof, and installed vinyl siding over the course of about 6 years. Most recently, we had the opportunity to replace their large rear deck with beautiful Trex Transcend decking. The homeowners selected black aluminum balusters and a deck-matching drink rail for a contemporary touch

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Upper Montclair Charmer

Carolan Contractors — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 01:55:55 +0000

What started as a window replacement project turned into a larger exterior renovation that touched almost this entire house. We installed 400 series Andersen replacement windows, expertly sized by Ed Sr. to minimize unnecessary trim work and maximize glass size. We installed James Hardie siding in a profile very close to that of the original siding on the home, and topped it off with a new portico to add dimension and curb appeal.

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Montclair Estate Section Restoration

Carolan Contractors — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 01:53:23 +0000

The owners of this lovely home called us one day and explained they had just had the inside of the house re-done from top to bottom, and had been instructed to get the outside fixed as to not damage their newly re-done home. This was a really interesting project for us as the trim needs were quite a lot more detailed than typical. We solved that by executing a sort of hybrid restoration/renovation. Anything that could be replaced with new materials that looked virtually the same as the old, we replaced (siding, straight runs of trim). The more intricate details, such as gorgeous capitals, dentil trim, curved windows with curved trim, etc. was left in place and painted. Going forward, the house will still need a light paint job once in a while on those intricate trim pieces, but the vast majority of the house will be maintenance free for years to come

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North Caldwell Traditional

Carolan Contractors — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 01:51:00 +0000

This home came to us with shabby cream siding that the owners hated. They tasked us with installing traditional gray James hardie siding to the entire house, as well as a new front door and many new windows

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North Caldwell Showstopper

Carolan Contractors — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 01:49:25 +0000

The owners of this impressive north caldwell colonial wanted a makeover package with all the bells and whistles. We installed James Hardie siding in two different profiles to add interest, in a gorgeous shade of blue. Next we got to work installing a large Trex deck with drink rail and a unique wire based railing to maximize views. We replaced many of the windows on the home, and installed a magnificent provia entry door. Lastly, the contemporary cherry on top was brand new aluminum railings with horizontal balusters

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Stately Caldwell Colonial

Carolan Contractors — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 01:46:44 +0000

We had the joy of renovating the exterior of this handsome home in the caldwells. The owner of this home wanted to keep the look basically unchanged, but increase energy efficiency and decrease maintenance. We achieved this by installing gorgeous cedar impressions, moulded from real cedar, to the front of the home.

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Elegant Upgrades in West Caldwell

Carolan Contractors — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 01:44:23 +0000

After many years of living in their home, these customers felt it needed a face lift, and a past customer referred them our way this past summer. We replaced almost all of the windows on the home, some had already been replaced, and replaced all the siding and trim. Light gray insulated siding has made their home more beautiful and energy efficient, while still complimenting existing brick work, finished off with black shutters.

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Cozy Facade Renovation in West Orange

Carolan Contractors — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 01:41:52 +0000

The new homeowners of this now-charming West Orange cape fell in love with the interior of their home and decided to fix the exterior after they bought it. Thats where we come in- adding layers of character and curb appeal that will lat for years to come. We installed CertainTeed Herringbone Cedar Impressions to the facade to simulate the look of a New England Cottage. We installed a colonial yet fresh front door from ProVia in Enzian blue, with all the brass extras. We also built this custom trellis for roses to climb on which gave a great pop to an otherwise awkward window. Most recently, the customer called us back to install real copper flashing to their chimney

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Contemporary Split Level

Phil Mandel — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 19:17:55 +0000

This minimal, contemporary style perfectly suited the house and neighborhood. Crisp Sterling Gray Siding by CertainTeed and a modern black front door by ProVia are perfectly complemented by sleek house numbers and minimalistic railings.

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Transitional Grey in Verona

Phil Mandel — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 19:15:15 +0000

Working with these clients to create a modern yet traditional, also known as transitional, feel for their home was our pleasure. They made the wise choices of leaving their brickwork exposed, choosing a modern gray color (CertainTeeds Charcoal Gray), but adding traditional details like raised panel shutters and crown molding over the windows.

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