Kitchen Remodeling in New Brunswick, NJ
New Brunswick is one of the most varied housing markets in Middlesex County — Victorian-era homes on the hill streets, 1940s row houses near the Rutgers corridor, newer condos downtown, and everything in between. Each one has a different kitchen. We’ve worked in all of them.
T&J Stone Corporation is a fabricator and installer, not a showroom that outsources the work. We cut stone in-house, install cabinets ourselves, and stay on the job until the kitchen is finished — no handoffs to subcontractors mid-project.
Free in-home estimate — same day available
Licensed & Insured
In Business Since 2005
15-Year Quartz Warranty
Workman’s Comp on Job
We've Worked in New Brunswick Kitchens for Years
The older neighborhoods near George Street, Livingston Avenue, and the Somerset Street corridor have housing stock that’s 80 to 100 years old in some blocks. Kitchens in those homes weren’t built with today’s appliance depths in mind. The base cabinet runs are shorter, the soffits come down lower, and the floors aren’t always level.
We’ve measured enough New Brunswick kitchens to know what to look for before we quote. We check the wall angles, account for existing tile under the toe kick, and note where the water supply lines sit relative to the new sink position — before a single slab gets ordered.
Near the Highland Park border, off Remsen Avenue, and in the Joyce Kilmer neighborhood, we see a lot of galley-style kitchens where homeowners want to remove the peninsula or add an island. That’s structural work, not just countertop work, and we’re upfront about what’s involved before the project starts.
New Brunswick is also a university city — there’s a mix of owner-occupied renovation projects and investment property upgrades near the Rutgers campus and along Albany Street. The scope and material choice is usually different for each. We’ve done both and price them accordingly.
Local areas covered: George Street · Somerset Street · Livingston Avenue · Joyce Kilmer neighborhood · Remsen Avenue · Albany Street · Highland Park border · Middlesex County 08901
Kitchen Remodeling Services We Offer in New Brunswick
Countertop Fabrication and Installation
Every slab is templated, cut, and finished at our NJ facility. We don’t buy pre-cut pieces. Granite, quartz, quartzite, and marble — 25+ colors across brands including Cambria, Silestone, MSI, Cosentino, and PentalQuartz. Edge profiles, sink cutouts, and seam placement are all decided before anything is cut.
Cabinet Replacement
Full box-and-door replacement built to your actual kitchen dimensions. We don’t reface. If the existing cabinet carcasses are structurally sound and the customer wants to keep them, we’ll say so — but we won’t charge for a replacement that isn’t necessary.
Kitchen Layout Changes
Island additions, peninsula removals, expanded openings. We work with your existing footprint or change it — depending on what makes sense structurally.
Tile and Backsplash
Porcelain, ceramic, and natural stone tile set and grouted by our crew. We don’t send this portion to a separate tile sub.
Sink and Fixture Installation
Undermount and drop-in options. Included at no extra charge with qualifying countertop orders.
Full Kitchen Gut Renovations
Demo, disposal, plumbing coordination, electrical coordination, new cabinets, countertops, backsplash, and trim — managed from start to finish. We handle Middlesex County and New Brunswick City permitting when structural changes are involved.
How the Remodel Works, Start to Finish
Step 1
In-Home Estimate in New Brunswick
We come to your address. We measure, assess what’s existing, and give you a written price — not a ballpark. The estimate is free and there’s no pressure to commit on the spot.
Step 2
Design and Material Selection
We bring samples to you or you visit our showroom. You choose the stone, edge detail, cabinet door style, and hardware finish. We show you what each combination looks like before anything is ordered.
Step 3
Digital Templating
We use digital templating tools to map your countertop layout precisely. This eliminates the gap and alignment errors that come from hand-measuring. Your slab is cut to those exact measurements at our facility.
Step 4
Fabrication
Lead time from template to ready-to-install: 5–7 business days for standard countertop orders. We’ll give you the exact date when the template is done.
Step 5
Installation
Our crew removes your existing countertops, hauls everything out, and installs the new surfaces. Most kitchen countertop jobs are completed in a single day. If cabinets or layout changes are part of the scope, we provide a day-by-day schedule upfront.
Step 6
Walkthrough and Warranty
We walk the kitchen with you before we leave. Every seam, edge, and joint gets checked. The 15-year warranty on quartz is documented and handed to you in writing.
What Separates Us From Other Contractors in Central NJ
The core difference is fabrication. Most remodeling companies buy finished slabs from a distributor and install them. We fabricate in-house — that means we control the cut, the edge finish, the seam placement, and the timeline. When something needs to change, we don’t have to wait on a third party to recut.
What we bring to every New Brunswick job:
- New Jersey licensed contractor — full documentation available
- Liability insurance and workman’s compensation on every crew member
- Family-owned business operating since 2005 — the same ownership today as day one
- Three NJ service locations: New Brunswick, Passaic, and Eatontown
- Stone brands in stock: Cambria · Silestone · LG HAUSYS · MSI · Cosentino · PentalQuartz · Raphael Stone · Emerstone · European · natural quartzite slabs
- 15-year warranty on quartz countertop installations
- We don’t subcontract stone work — the crew that quotes it installs it
We also carry full material inventory, which matters for lead time. We’re not waiting on a distributor shipment to start your job.
Recent Remodeling Projects
Companies we work with
Common Questions About Kitchen Remodeling in Passaic, NJ
How much does kitchen remodeling cost in New Brunswick, NJ?
A countertop-only replacement for a standard kitchen (35–50 sq. ft.) starts around $2,300 including sink and standard edge. A full cabinet and countertop project for an average New Brunswick kitchen runs $9,000–$20,000 depending on layout, materials, and whether the footprint is changing. We give you an exact written number after measuring — not a range that shifts once the job starts.
Do I need a permit for a kitchen remodel in New Brunswick?
Countertop and cabinet work does not require a permit from the City of New Brunswick. If the project involves moving walls, relocating gas lines, or rerouting plumbing, a building permit through the Middlesex County permit office is required. We manage that paperwork when it’s part of our scope.
How long does the project take?
Countertop replacement: 5–7 business days from template to installation. A full kitchen renovation: 2–5 weeks depending on scope, material lead times, and whether structural changes are involved. You get a written schedule before we start — not an estimate range.
Is quartz or granite better for a New Brunswick kitchen?
Quartz is engineered, non-porous, and doesn’t need sealing — practical for most households. Granite is natural stone with unique veining that quartz replicates but never perfectly copies. If the kitchen gets heavy use, quartz is easier to maintain. If you want something that looks like nothing else, granite is worth it. We show you both in person before you decide.
Do you work on investment properties and rentals near Rutgers?
Yes. We’ve done a number of kitchen upgrades for investment properties in the New Brunswick area. The scope is usually different — we can recommend durable, cost-effective options that hold up to tenant use without overbuilding for the return on investment.
Do you haul away old countertops?
Yes. Removal and disposal of existing countertops is included in every installation. No separate arrangement needed.
New Brunswick and the Surrounding Middlesex County Area
Our New Brunswick location handles projects throughout Middlesex County and into parts of Somerset and Union counties. If you’re within range, we come to you.
Towns we regularly serve from our New Brunswick office: Edison · Piscataway · East Brunswick · North Brunswick · South Brunswick · Perth Amboy · South Amboy · Sayreville · Woodbridge · Metuchen · Highland Park · Bound Brook · Somerset · Franklin Township
Address: 131 Highland Avenue Passaic, NJ 07055
Call: (201) 697-9964
