Celebrating 42 Years of Home Remodeling Excellence in Montclair, NJ

Montclair homes tell stories. Some began more than a century ago, in grand Colonials with original millwork and tall windows. Others were built mid-century, with clean lines and smart footprints. What they share is character, and in most cases, the need to evolve as families and lifestyles change. That’s where G&L and Sons Renovations comes in.

G&L and Sons Renovations is looking back at 42 years of helping homeowners improve, expand, and reimagine houses in Montclair, New Jersey, and the surrounding area. This achievement reflects not only longevity but also the trust that local families place in our team to stay committed to quality, clear communication, and thoughtful design. We want to send out this blog as a thank you note to all of our clients we've had the privilege to work with and to celebrate our history with you all. 

In this blog, you can expect:

• Putting Family and Community Front and Center
• A Remodeling Partnership Built on Trust
• Experience Across the Spaces Montclair Families Value Most
• Kitchen Renovations
• Bathroom Upgrades
• Basement and Lower-Level Conversions
• Additions and Whole-Home Remodeling
• Why Local Knowledge Matters in North Jersey Remodeling
• A Design-Build Approach That Keeps Projects Clear
• Remodeling That Honors Montclair’s Character
• Looking Forward: The Next Chapter in Montclair Remodeling
• Thank You to the Montclair Community
• Ready to Start a Renovation in Montclair or Nearby?
• Contact Us

putting Family and Community front and center

Reaching 42 years in business is rare in any industry. In residential remodeling, it’s especially meaningful because every project is personal. Homeowners aren’t just hiring a contractor to update a room. They’re inviting a team into the spaces where life happens.

Since the early 1980s, G&L and Sons Renovations has guided clients through renovations of all sizes, from single-room upgrades to whole-home transformations. Over time, we’ve grown alongside the communities we serve while staying rooted in a family-run approach and hands-on craftsmanship.

For Montclair residents, that consistency matters. The town’s housing stock varies widely in style, age, and construction methods. Creating a kitchen that fits a 1920s Tudor requires a different mindset than adding a modern primary suite to a Cape Cod, or finishing a basement in a mid-century ranch. After thousands of projects in North Jersey, G&L and Sons Renovations has built the kind of practical knowledge that only comes from long-term local experience.

A Remodeling Partnership Built on trust

One of the strongest reasons clients continue to choose G&L and Sons Renovations is the way we work with homeowners. Our success hasn’t come from chasing volume or cutting corners; it’s come from doing right by people, project after project.

In communities like Montclair, where many houses are deeply loved and uniquely detailed, this kind of remodeling partnership makes a difference. Clients want solutions that improve how the home functions while preserving what made them fall in love with it in the first place.

Homeowners often highlight these values:

• A personal, family-centered experience rather than a “big-box” contractor feel

• Clear, steady communication so they’re never in the dark about next steps

• Craftsmanship that holds up long after the final walk-through

• Respect for the home’s architecture and the neighborhood around it

• Honest budgeting and planning that reduces surprise costs late in the build

Experience Across the Spaces Montclair Families Value Most

Forty-two years of work in Northern New Jersey means G&L and Sons Renovations has seen nearly every kind of remodeling challenge and helped homeowners solve them in ways that fit real life.

Kitchen Renovations

The kitchen is the most requested remodeling project in Montclair, and for good reason. Older homes often have smaller, segmented cooking areas that don’t match today’s open, family-friendly lifestyles. We help clients improve flow, add storage, update finishes, and create gathering spaces that feel both modern and connected to the home’s original style.

Bathroom Upgrades

Bathrooms are another area where comfort and usability matter daily. G&L and Sons Renovations designs spaces, from powder rooms to full primary suites, that balance function, durability, and personal taste. Our team handles everything from fixture and tile updates to full reconfigurations that solve layout headaches common in older NJ homes.

Basement and Lower-Level Conversions

Many Montclair houses have basements with serious potential, yet they remain unfinished or underused. We turn these areas into purposeful spaces such as media rooms, guest suites, home offices, gyms, or playrooms, while addressing moisture control, insulation, and code requirements that are a must for long-term performance.

Additions and Whole-Home Remodeling

Some families outgrow their space but don’t want to leave the neighborhood they love. Additions can be the ideal answer when they’re planned well. G&L and Sons Renovations has decades of experience expanding homes in ways that feel natural rather than tacked on. Our whole-home remodels often focus on improving layout, increasing livable square footage, and updating aging systems so the house functions as beautifully as it looks.

Why Local Knowledge Matters in North Jersey Remodeling

Remodeling in Montclair isn’t the same as remodeling in a newer suburb. Older construction methods, hidden structural quirks, and varying municipal requirements can complicate even “simple” projects. Because we’ve worked in Montclair and nearby towns for so long, our team understands which solutions truly fit local homes, not just in concept, but in practice.

G&L and Sons Renovations’ deep regional familiarity helps homeowners avoid common pitfalls, including:

• Misjudging what’s behind century-old walls

• Underestimating permit needs or inspection timelines

• Choosing materials that clash with a home’s architectural era

• Planning layouts that ignore structural realities

A Design-Build Approach That Keeps Projects Clear

G&L and Sons uses a design-build model, meaning design and construction happen under one coordinated roof. For homeowners, that translates to fewer disconnects between “what’s drawn” and “what gets built.” This process is one of the reasons our clients often describe their remodels as more organized and less stressful than they expected.

The benefits are straightforward:

1. Goals and budget align early, so design choices don’t drift past financial comfort zones.

2. Design decisions are grounded in reality, reducing surprises once construction begins.

3. One team stays accountable, from the first sketch to the final detail.

4. Schedules are easier to manage because collaboration happens daily, not through handoffs.

5. Adjustments are smoother, especially in older homes where unexpected conditions are common.

Remodeling That Honors Montclair’s Character

One of the most rewarding parts of working in Montclair is the architecture itself. Many houses here have features worth preserving, such as arched doorways, original trim, built-ins, stained glass, aging hardwood floors, and room proportions that feel timeless.

Our team approaches these homes with care. Our goal is not to erase what makes a house special, but to enhance it. That might mean:

• Updating a kitchen while keeping period-appropriate detailing

• Opening a floor plan without sacrificing structural charm

• Adding space that blends into the exterior instead of fighting it

• Creating modern bathrooms that still feel right for the home’s era

When the work is done well, the finished rooms don’t read as “new versus old.” They read as cohesive, like the home naturally grew into the lifestyle of the family living there today.

Looking Forward: The Next Chapter in Montclair Remodeling

This anniversary is also about what comes next. Today’s homeowners are remodeling with new priorities in mind. They want houses that support flexible work, aging in place, multi-generational living, and improved efficiency, without losing warmth or personality.

G&L and Sons Renovations is already meeting those needs through:

• Lifestyle-driven layouts that support how families really live

• Materials chosen for resilience and easy maintenance

• Smarter use of space, especially in older footprints

• Upgrades that improve comfort, wellness, and long-term value

Thank You to the Montclair Community

No remodeling company reaches 42 years without a community behind it. This milestone is built on homeowners who trusted G&L and Sons Renovations with their houses, their routines, and their dreams for what home could become. It’s built on neighbors recommending neighbors, and families returning years later for the next phase of improvement.

To every Montclair and North Jersey homeowner who has partnered with us over the last four decades, thank you for letting our team be part of your home’s story.

Ready to Start a Renovation in Montclair or Nearby?

If you’re considering a kitchen update, bathroom refresh, basement conversion, addition, or a full-home redesign in Montclair or the surrounding area, G&L and Sons Renovations is ready to help you plan the next step with confidence.

Our extensive regional experience, family-run mindset, and proven design-build process drive us to continue to bring careful planning and skilled craftsmanship to every project, just as we have since day one.

Contact Us

Contact us today to get started with your remodeling project.