Minerva Finishes LLC

We interviewed a number of contractors to do an interior remodel job and selected Doug Minerva because he had a lot of creative ideas to offer. However after the deal was signed, we realized quickly we'd made a big mistake. The project was delayed right from the start. Minerva would go weeks without responding to calls, texts or emails. At one point we were certain he'd abandoned our job and we hired a new contractor. When his crew did show up, they treated our house with reckless disregard, at one point turning off the heat in the dead of winter over a weekend. We're lucky the pipes didn't burst. His crew also left the door unlocked, regularly spilled coffee on various floors throughout the house, and left hundreds of cigarette butts in our front and back yard. When they reconnected our washer and dryer, they hand-tightened the gas and water lines so both leaked! Minerva also billed us thousands of dollars for unapproved line items. Every time we received an invoice, there were overcharges and surprise line items that were not discussed in advance. The worst part about dealing with Doug Minerva is that he took responsibility for none of this. It was his office manager's fault that the billing was wrong. It was his construction guy who dumped the coffee. He didn't know who to blame about the heat being turned off. He claimed it was OUR fault that he wasn't communicating. Still not sure I understand that one. There are lots of contractors available for hire in New Jersey. Chose any one but this guy.

Our existing kitchen was a small L shape when we purchased the house. We knew we wanted to expand it, but we had hot water baseboard heat on the opposite walls and didn't know how we could install base cabinets there. Well, once we met Doug Minerva, he gave us a way to make that happen and it did! They also installed a microwave drawer and a Farm sink, which proved to be somewhat challenging, but again their professionalism came through. In addition to all the work they did in the kitchen , we had them sand and finished our hardwood floors as well! Just beautiful! His entire crew were excellent craftsman! Doug met with us often throughout the process and was always open to discussing our options. If you are looking to work with some of the nicest people on the planet, we highly recommend Minerva Finishes LLC!

We have been working with this company for close to 15 years. Doug and his team are fantastic. Our most recent project was finishing our garage. Everything done neatly, precisely and on time. In the past, they renovated or master bedroom and bath. They really know what they are doing!

Highly recommend. Excellent work. Efficient, pleasant to work with. I would highly recommend them for any job. I give them 5 stars.

Doug Minerva is one of the most creative, talented and above all ethical contractors we have come across. he and his team do care and deliver excellence. They are on time, on target and on Budget. what we like about Minerva Finishes is they think out of the box. they present eco friendly options and latest products that are superior to big box store products. we have worked with Doug and his team for over 7 years and we will continue to engage for our general contracting, roofing, and his signature superb artistic, faux painting finishes etc.