It depends on the scope. For multi-room or first-floor gut renovations, moving out temporarily may be recommended for your comfort. However, for many projects, our strict dust containment walls and daily site cleaning allow families to live safely in unaffected areas of the home.
Yes. When combining rooms, we expertly weave in new hardwood planks to match the existing floor, then sand and stain the entire area simultaneously so the transition is completely invisible.
No. One of the greatest benefits of the Ayars design-build process is that design and material selection are baked right in. We guide you through selecting paint colors, fixtures, flooring, and millwork in our Mickleton showroom.
Yes, this is still a frequent request and requires planning. Water lines, height, and center lines all have to be considered at the time of planning and roughs.
The answer is the hinge. High-end refrigerators offer specialty hinges that allow the carcass and doors to sit flush with the surrounding cabinets. This is only available through appliances that are more premium in nature. Without this feature, your refrigerator must pull forward to allow for the thickness of the door (typically 4”-5”) to clear the cabinets. Sometimes, a bit of the side of the refrigerator must also show to allow for added clearance.
Yes, we have strategic partnerships in this space which reduce stress, eliminate the need for homeowners to coordinate anything, and allow Ayars to verify every exacting detail. Appliances of today are very sophisticated and require attention to detail. Our vendors have showrooms and pre-defined packages for clients at every budget level.
Some newer homes already have an insulated barrier known as FSK (Foil-Scrim-Kraft), which can remain in place and will frame in front of that. If your home does not have this, building codes in our climate zone will require minimum insulation values on all exterior walls.
Reviewing the current HVAC system to see if it can handle the added square footage of the basement is key. Adding ductwork off of existing supply runs can greatly diminish the efficiency of the first and second floors. This has to be done with careful review from our HVAC partner, and in some instances, a secondary HVAC unit is required. Mini-splits are another option, as well as supplementing heat through electric or gas fireplaces.
Absolutely, provided the space meets specific building codes. Most importantly, a basement bedroom requires a legal egress window to allow for an emergency exit. Through a strategic partnership with Egress Solutions, we can excavate and install these as part of the remodel.
We include specialty coatings on our shower glass. From standard glass kits to custom frameless showers, we always recommend these specialty coatings to help prevent the build-up of hardwater stains. Using a squeegee to wipe down the glass always helps, and we provide a specialty cleaner available at all major stores as a complimentary parting gift.
Yes, optional add-on bidet seats have become extremely popular. Fully integrated toilets with washlets from Kohler and Toto can offer an even more elevated experience with seamless integrations. Preset user settings, air dryers, and warm water are all common feature sets. Having an outlet (often dedicated) behind the toilet is a requirement.
Yes, but basement bathrooms require specific considerations that above-grade bathrooms do not — most notably, how waste exits the home. If the main sewer line sits above the basement floor, a macerating toilet or sewage ejector pump is required. Waterproofing, ventilation, and moisture control are also more demanding below grade. Ayars handles the full scope, including permits, plumbing, and finish work.
We primarily serve communities in Gloucester County, South Jersey. Staying close to our Mickleton, NJ home office allows us to maintain better relationships with local inspection officials and ensures our trusted vendors and subcontractors are readily available for your project. See if you’re in our service area
Ideas are welcome, but hiring a designer separately is not necessary. Our longtime design coordinator, Sharon Vick, will help you through the selection process. We review every detail of the proposed product lines with you to ensure our work captures your specific vision.
When you work with us, your investment covers more than just labor; it covers peace of mind. Key factors include:
We are a small, highly-focused team. By limiting our simultaneous projects, we ensure your home gets the top-level execution and professional attention it deserves from our skilled craftsmen.
We love the enthusiasm, but because we believe in “building your dream” to a degree of quality that lasts for years, we don’t do “rush jobs”. A successful remodel requires significant planning, including:
To ensure we provide the best service and attention to our full-scale projects, we do not offer the following as standalone services:
Our core focus is on Kitchens, Bathrooms, and Interior Renovations, which includes finished basements. By sticking to these core areas, we can apply our specialized knowledge and building science expertise to deliver the highest quality results for our clients.
A modern basement requires intentional and organized storage rather than serving as a dark abyss for clutter. You can utilize bespoke solutions that hide clutter while looking stylish, such as:
