An Addition and Renovation Performed in Mantoloking Shores, NJ

Cleaver Construction's Portfolio - Mantoloking Shores, NJ - Addition and Renovation	*Bring your dreams to reality now!*

Over the past 38 years, Don Cleaver has built, remodeled, or added additions to numerous residential and commercial buildings. Don has built custom homes ranging in value up to about $1,800,000. As he has done in the past, Don will work with you on fitting your ideas to your individual needs and desires.

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A message from Don Cleaver:

"We performed numerous additions and renovations to this home. Most notably, we created a spacious foyer with trim paneling and a master bedroom with a cathedral ceiling. On the outside, we transformed this home's backyard into a modern day, relaxing yard. The backyard was actually featured in Cambridge Magazine in 2010."

Don Cleaver in August of 2011 standing beside a fireplace he built


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After Construction
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	Foyer
	Bedroom
	Master Bathroom
	Living Room

Construction Process
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	Construction Process

Before Construction
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	Before Construction

Below are the photos of the rooms listed above.
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Exterior
Photo	Location	Label and Description
	Back	Back of The House The complete back of this house is a new addition that we added. The exterior features an eyebrow window and a copper roof.
	Front	Walkway This walkway was originally the front driveway. The driveway was relocated to the left side of the property to create a front yard.
	Front	Walkway - (Repeat) This walkway was originally the front driveway. The driveway was relocated to the left side of the property to create a front yard.
	Right Side	Walkway This blue stone walkway leads to the Barnegat Bay.
	Back	Patio This patio surrounding this pool is a blue stone Cambridge patio. Cambridge categorizes this patio as part of its Renaissance collection.
	Back	Deck This first floor deck is featured with mahogany decking and hidden fasteners. All parts of the deck were prefinished before installation.
	Back	Back of The House - (Repeat) The complete back of this house is a new addition that we added. The exterior features an eyebrow window and a copper roof.
	Back	Window This is a close-up view of the eyebrow window we installed as well as the copper roof.
	Back	Back of The House - (Repeat) The complete back of this house is a new addition that we added. The exterior features an eyebrow window and a copper roof.
	Front	Patio This patio we installed is a blue stone patio.
	Front	Garage We relocated the garage doors to the side of the front of the house. We also installed carriage house doors.

Foyer
Photo	Location	Label and Description
	First Floor	Panels and Railings This photo is of the trim panels and chair railings that we added. We also sanded down and refinished the floors.
	First & Second Floor	Panels and Railings - (Repeat) This photo is of the trim panels and chair railings that we added. We also sanded down and refinished the floors.
	First & Second Floor	Panels and Railings - (Repeat) This photo is of the trim panels and chair railings that we added. We also sanded down and refinished the floors.
	Second Floor	Hallway This hallway features a wrap around hallway overlooking the foyer. The hallway has raised trim panels and chair railings.
	First and Second Floor	Stairwell This stairwell has trim raised panels and chair railings.

Bedroom
Photo	Location	Label and Description
	Second Floor	Master Bedroom This master bedroom features cathedral ceilings with windows and a gable wall to allow sunlight to enter the bedroom.

Master Bathroom
Photo	Location	Label and Description
	Second Floor	Tile This master bathroom has custom tile from the floor to the ceiling.
	Second Floor	Shower The shower in the master bathroom has glass shower walls which allows the client to have a view of the bay while showering.
	Second Floor	Tub This built in Jacuzzi tub overlooks the Barnegat Bay.
	Second Floor	Toilet The walls surrounding this toilet are custom selected tiles.

Living Room
Photo	Location	Label and Description
	First Floor	Archways and Columns The living room features custom crown archways with columns.
	First Floor	Archways and Columns - (Repeat) The living room features custom crown archways with columns.
	First Floor	Archways and Columns - (Repeat) The living room features custom crown archways with columns.
	First Floor	Archways and Columns - (Repeat) The living room features custom crown archways with columns.
	First Floor	Archways and Columns - (Repeat) The living room features custom crown archways with columns.

Construction Process
Photo	Location	Label and Description
	First & Second Floor	Walls This picture shows the sheer wall construction from the foundation to the second floor. Sheer wall is tied into the foundation of the home to prevent any storm from lifting the home off of its foundation.
	First Floor	Walls This picture shows the sheer wall tied into the foundation of the home. The sheer wall panel is installed before the framing of the walls.
	Second Floor	Master Bedroom - Ceiling This photo shows the master bedroom's cathedral ceiling in the construction phase.
	Back	Windows and House Wrap The back of the home features Anderson storm watch windows with house wrap surrounding the exterior of the home.
	Second Floor	Master Bedroom - Floors We placed thermoply on the floors to protect the existing hardwood floors during construction.
	Second Floor	Room Protection We protected the existing hardwood floors by covering them thermoply.
	First & Second Floor	Stairwell Protection Thermoply is installed on the steps, rails, and platform of the existing stairwell to protect it during construction.

Before Construction
Photo	Location	Label and Description
	Front	Garage Before Construction The garage was originally on the side of the home pictured to the left of the front door. The cars were normally parked in front of the front door. We relocated the garage doors to create a new front yard.
	Back	Back of Home Before Construction This picture shows the back of the home before construction began.

Facebook Fan's Comments

"You have taken our 'before' house and by listening to our dreams, you have created the 'after' home we knew this building could be. We thank you for making the renovation experience one that was fun and rewarding." -Peg and Rich Lazarchic

"From the time we first met to review your bid and the architects plans, there was no doubt you had the vision we needed to renovate (effectively rebuild) our home." -Bob and Ruth McEntee

"When we started demolition we did not realize we would be fortunate enough to make a new friend. We hope you will not be a stranger now that work is 'complete.'" -Peg and Rich Lazarchic

"Your suggestions for initial modifications, willingness to make changes and suggestions for enhancements as we progressed in the construction along with the reasonableness in costing change orders, must be unparalleled in the construction industry." -Bob and Ruth McEntee

"Nothing was a problem for you." -Bob and Ruth McEntee

"Your ideas on the interior of the house including trim, kitchen layout and cabinetry were excellent..." -John Wojie