Serving Fords with Excellence

Quality Craftsmanship That Adds Real Value to Your Home

Serving Fords with the kind of contractor relationship this community deserves — honest, accountable, and built on decades of local experience. Fords is where Independent Renovations is physically based, and it is where Joseph Avarello has spent over 25 years working inside homes just like yours. We know the neighborhoods, the housing styles, and the kinds of projects Fords homeowners are looking to tackle — from second story additions on cape cods to basement finishes in split-levels that have never been touched. Every project we take on in Fords gets the same personal attention whether it is a single bathroom remodel or a full home renovation. When you hire us, you are hiring a contractor who lives and works in this community.

Why Choose Our Services in Fords?

Independent Renovations is locally based in Fords — this is our home community
Over 25 years working inside Fords homes across every renovation type
Joseph Avarello is on every job site personally — not managing from a distance
Familiar with the housing styles and common structural layouts in Fords neighborhoods
Full permit management handled locally so nothing gets missed or delayed
Written estimates with a complete scope before any work begins
Senior and veteran discounts applied to every qualifying project in Fords

Our Services in New Jersey

Everything Your Home Needs — Additions, Remodeling & More

Home & Room Addition Contractor

When your family grows or your space just stops working, moving isn't always the answer. We design and build room additions that connect seamlessly to your existing home — matching the roofline, siding, and interior flow. From a single extra room to a full wing, we handle everything from permits to the final finishes.

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Second Story Additions

Adding a second story is one of the most cost-effective ways to double your living space without losing your yard. We assess your foundation and framing first, then build up with precision. Structural integrity and clean integration with your existing home are the two things we never cut corners on.

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Sunroom & Covered Patio Additions

A sunroom adds usable square footage and brings natural light into your home year-round. Whether you want a fully insulated four-season room or a covered patio space, we build it to complement your home's existing style. These projects consistently deliver strong returns and daily enjoyment.

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New Bedroom & Home Office Additions

Need a dedicated workspace or an extra bedroom for a growing family? We build additions that fit the way you actually live — properly insulated, wired, and finished to the same standard as the rest of your home. No shortcuts, no unfinished details.

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Home Gym, Workshop & Studio Builds

Specialty rooms require a different kind of planning. We have built home gyms with reinforced flooring, workshops with dedicated electrical panels, and art studios with custom lighting and ventilation. If you have a specific vision for the space, we know how to build it the right way.

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Kitchen Remodeling & Renovation

A kitchen remodel is one of the highest-return projects a homeowner can invest in. We handle full kitchen renovations — layout changes, cabinet installation, countertops, plumbing, and electrical. Our work is focused on making the space more functional for how your family actually cooks and lives.

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Bathroom Remodeling & Renovation

From a simple refresh to a complete gut renovation, we handle bathroom remodels of all sizes. We coordinate tile work, plumbing, vanities, lighting, and fixtures so you get a finished bathroom without managing five different contractors.

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Basement Renovation & Finishing

An unfinished basement is wasted square footage. We turn raw basement space into livable rooms — whether that is a family room, a home office, a guest suite, or a play area. We handle framing, insulation, drywall, flooring, and electrical so the finished space is comfortable and code-compliant.

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Full Home Renovation & Interior Remodeling

A well-built deck extends your living space and adds real value to your home. We design and build custom decks — covered or open-air — that are built to handle New Jersey's weather year after year. Every deck we build is permitted, properly fastened, and finished to match your home's exterior.

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Custom Deck Design & Installation

Worn hardwood floors can look new again without a full replacement. We strip, sand, and refinish hardwood floors throughout the home — removing scratches, stains, and years of wear. The result is a clean, smooth finish that can completely change how a room looks and feels.

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Hardwood Floor Stripping & Refinishing

Some homes need more than one room updated. We take on full interior renovation projects — coordinating every trade and every detail from start to finish. If you want to update your home without the chaos of managing multiple contractors, this is the service for you.

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Exterior & Structural Home Improvements

From structural repairs to exterior improvements, we handle the work that keeps your home sound and looking sharp. We address issues that affect the integrity and appearance of the home before they become bigger problems.