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- MA Design & Construction CoOriginally we had hired MA Design to renovate two of our bathrooms, one being a full gut renovation of our Master Bathroom in 2021. We had such a good experience working with MA Design for our Bathroom renovations that we just had them come back to complete two other large scale projects. A full Kitchen refresh as well as a brand new back yard which included new stone patio with propane fire pit, new trex deck with integrated lighting, and a fully screened in porch. This was a large amount of work (in a difficult space as our back yard is only accessible by stairs so all work must be done by hand) and we really weren’t sure on what we could fit in the area. Marc & Raquel walked us through the full design and gave us options to find what worked best for us, and we are thrilled with our results. Would highly recommend for any projects for your home, indoor AND outdoor. We love our transformed house!
- MA Design & Construction CoMA Design & Construction remodeled our entire home from the ground up and added on new construction which doubled the size of our previous home. From start to finish, they were a joy to work with, were always communicative, very professional, made excellent design suggestions, exhibited quality workmanship, and simply made our house beautiful. Their team consistently performed above and beyond our expectations and we are elated with the results. We highly recommend working with MA Design & Construction thanks to their top notch work, and we will personally employ their services again for future jobs without any hesitation
- AR Home Renovations CorpAndre and his team were incredible throughout the process. It started small by replacing some shingles, but more work was needed after that was complete. Andre was honest and transparent the entire time when discussing what was required to fix the leaking roof. Once the new roof and roof deck were signed off on, the project was finished quickly and Andre was responsive the entire time. He came back multiple times to ensure it was done properly, and still checks in to make sure everything is functioning properly. Would recommend 100/100 times for any type of work
- Beantown Home Improvements, Inc.My husband and I re extremely happy with the work Beantown Home Improvements did on our porch and roof. Everyone we've talked to says it looks like the new work has always been there. Jim was extremely responsive to all of our questions and concerns and both crews (the construction crew and the roofing crew) were extremely professional. The project start date was unfortunately delayed a few times, but it was well worth the wait and, once the work started, easy to see why - the crews care far more about doing the work right than doing it fast, and that's a tradeoff I'd take any day
- D & S Partners ConstructionNew electrical and plumbing work was done in an old house to install new laundry appliances on a second floor. The job was complex and D&S Partners did an excellent job of planning, installation, and finishing work. They also did an excellent job of replacing a rear deck that fit well with the style of the house
- Baron Home Improvement LLCIt was the best experience that I’ve ever had with a contractor. Brett and his team were very knowledgeable and helpful, as well as easy to talk to. I have recommended them to friends and will do so again.
- Baron Home Improvement LLCBaron Home Improvement did an excellent job for us and we would highly recommend. The crew were all professional, cleaned up after the work and finished the work timely. The carpentry work on our roof deck was excellent and far surpassed what was installed previously. All questions were answered promptly and communication before, during and after the work was great
- SILMAC Construction Inc.Fantastic experience and excellent work. Joe was super responsive from the first call inquiring about the project right through to the finish work. He and his team are very courteous, professional, and highly skilled. Their work was of high quality and value.
- Moylan ContractingJohn and the team were absolutely terrific. We had a wonderful experience and if/when we need additional expertise with our home, we’re going to contact them. Very responsive, timely, and helpful throughout. Highly recommend!
- Beantown Home Improvements, Inc.Beantown replaced siding on 3 out of 4 sides of my house with Hardie fiber cement plank boards; they tore down an old deck and built a new one in its place; and they removed and replaced a sliding patio door. Very professional company that uses high quality materials and left me feeling confident that they would do the job better than many alternatives. Jim, the owner, was there to answer my many questions from the quote phase all the way through to completion and even afterward. His responsiveness is exceptional and appreciated. The crew was punctual and incredibly fast - I couldn't believe they took down my old siding and installed new siding in 3 days. Amazing. My house and new deck look awesome. I appreciate the whole company's professionalism, helpfulness, and friendliness. They registered my products and sent my warranties promptly, and they also gave me some good tips and pointers that made me feel more knowledgeable about my home and new deck/siding. Price-wise, I would say they are higher than average, but it's more important to me that the work on my home is done right, not done cheaply, and that the contractor is honest, which is why I went with Beantown for this project. I wasn't disappointed and would hire them again, but I did have to forego some additional deck work that I had hoped to have done because it was starting to go beyond my budget. Jim was open that the cost of decking at the time of our project was more expensive than usual, so I appreciate his candor. In terms of honesty and professionalism, Beantown is the best contractor I've ever worked with. If I were to offer any suggestions for improvement, it would be that some of the detail work on the siding (i.e. a noticeably rough cut on a siding plank in one spot above a small roof) and post-siding cleanup could have been more thorough. I'm still finding nails around my house, and that's to be expected, but there were also nails and debris left on my roofs. Not a huge deal, but for the cost, I would have appreciated more attention to those kind of details, especially when it's hard for me to clean up on my own. I also did not realize that the siding work was going to cause as much intense vibration as it did, and I did have a potted plant fall off of a shelf and shatter, so it would have been nice to have that head's up. Now I know for next time. Overall, Beantown is a trustworthy, punctual, professional contractor that does high quality work. I would hire them again for future projects
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Franca Services is a family-owned company with between 8 to 16 employees depending on the time of year. We only do full installations and replacements. We do not offer repair services. Our license in MA is HIC 150467 and we do have employee with Contractor Supervisor License as well. We travel up to 1 hour from our office and we accept cash, checks and credit card also. Check our website or our Social Media to get our promotions
"Franca Services performed siding, trim and window replacement to the front of our barn, then finished the project by painting the new work. It was done professionally and promptly, only delayed by supply chain issues, and original project manager not estimating siding requirements properly (he is no longer with Franca). Once construction started, the work progressed well, the workers were attentive to the needs of the boarders and the horses. The siding shortage did result in a brief, but understandable pause, and a solution was worked out. The project had some tricky details, and the crew handled all of them to our great satisfaction, the job looks great. The front of the barn is good for another 40 years!
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"Wow! We are thrilled with the outcome! We were talking quotes to replace our front porch with composite. Rob stood out because he took the time to listen to what we wanted and made some great suggestions. I had a sample from a store to give him an idea about the color and to seek his advice on the material. When Rob purchased the materials we needed he got a better composite than my sample because he listened to our concerns and knew we would be happy with it. Under Robs direction two of his men worked very hard for two long days. The results exceeded all of our expectations and the cost was reasonable . We were very happy!
J and R Fine Landscaping truly is a full service, four seasons landscaping company. We have been in the business for over 25 years and are based in Andover, MA where we are established as the largest and the most reputable company in our industry. Along with lawn care and plowing, our hardscape and masonry division is second to none. While most companies will say they do, we absolutely always stand behind our work. We feel is no greater way to establish a great reputation and grow your compan..
"It went very well. Existing steps were replaced with granite steps and are guaranteed by J and R not to settle. Granite steps look much better than the previous steps which were not made of granite. The paving stone walkway comes off the front steps to the house and makes a gentle curve to meet the steps going down to the driveway. The curve is very graceful...exactly what my wife and I wanted. Mike and David, the two guys working on the project, were friendly and professional. Jim, who oversaw the project, responded quickly to our request for a quote and followed up to see if we had received the quote and if we had any questions. He gave us a time frame for beginning the work. They were delayed by a day beginning the work due to heavy rain but they kept us informed of the delay. When they began the work, they stayed at it until it was complete. In all, very pleased with the result and the way the project was handled.
Brittivia has worked in the construction industry for over 25 years. We specialize in constructing new decks, replacing old decks, building screened porches, and more. We work with all sorts of decking material from composite materials , like Trex & Timber Tech, to pressure treated wood. We have multiple color options, decking options, and can customize your project as you see fit. Feel free to check out our Facebook Page for photos of our work! For a free estimate on your next project, pleas..
"New deck is now complete and it looks amazing. The workmanship is fabulous. We did composite with stainless steel cables and 6 inch wide posts. Brittivia did a fantastic job. and I would definitely hire again."
ProBuilt - Construction you can count on.
"ProBuilt, Bill Ladd deserves a perfect ten! The craftsmanship and customer service of Bill and crew are superb. The project was to basically rebuild my deck,, and I asked to keep as much of the old wood as possible to help with the budget, which Bill did. Because of some covid-related issues, I did upgrade the flooring, but it was well worth it. Bill and his crew were excellent, always respectful, answering any questions, and cleaned up every night. Bottom line, I would use ProBuilt again for any project and am very pleased to give my highest recommendation.
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"We would like to add to our last statement about one of there employee of Hwp Construction.. Silvanis she is a very good and hard worker and very helpful. She even have took my dry up flowers from my wedding tied a bow on it and put it in the vase that was very sweet of her my husband and I was very impress and thankful. We did not asked her nor she did not have to do it but she went out of her way to do it any way. We wish we can have her every two weeks (Dam we wish she can clean every week!!) but our finances would not aloud it We would recommend her to any one that need their house clean!
MA Design & Construction, part of the MA Group Companies (MA Builders & Framers and MA Design & Construction Co), is a honest, reliable, family-owned business with over 19 years of experience in the Boston and surrounding areas. We take pride in our work, and look forward to serving you in ALL your design, build, and remodeling needs: additions, plumbing and electrical, kitchen and bathroom renovation, decks and porches, basement finishing, additions, flooring installation and re-finishing, p..
"We loved working with MA Design & Construction Co! Raquel and Marc were awesome -- Raquel figured out our aesthetic and gave us a great design and was super communicative throughout the process which was just really helpful. Marc and his team did a great job with our bathroom, and they also were super flexible when we asked if they could change things or add on to the job as well and really accommodated all of our requests. All in all, it was a great experience, and we would definitely use them again.
Winter Hill General Contractors is a privately owned business which takes great pride in the personalized, professional relationship that it strives to maintain with it's clients. Our goal is to provide quality workmanship at an affordable fair price. We depend upon word-of-mouth advertising and realize that building up our clientele will only come from happy customers who are satisfied and would recommend our services to their family and friends
"It went very smooth, the team was both professional and prompt even when working in very narrow conditions. We were always kept up-to-date on timeframes, permit progress and when the team would be arriving. This made it very easy to coordinate."
We are a full service residential construction and remodeling company. Our goal is to exceed all of our clients expectations through exceptional customer service and quality craftsmanship. We work with some of the best tradesmen in the industry to deliver a quality finished product. From deck and porch builds to siding and windows, we can do it all. Contact us for an estimate on your project today!
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"I needed railings, ballisters, stringers and stairs replaced on my deck. Coen’s job was perfect. They also identified to posts holding up the deck that had insect damage. I had them replace those also. They were professional and new the job. I’d use them again for other projects."
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Expected pricing for pro porch or deck installation or repairs
While the cost of deck or porch installation varies based on factors such as size, material, and job complexity, the national average is $4,100 to $11,200. Particularly big or small structures will probably be outside of that price range, as the average cost per square foot is around $30 to $60.
The type of material plays a big part in overall costs, too. For decks, typical choices include composite and pressure-treated wood. Composite has a tendency to be less affordable, though the availability of lumber largely determines the cost of wood. Concrete is generally the most affordable option for patio construction, and decks or patios made of brick tend to be the costliest.
Elevating a deck off the ground can also affect affordability. Second-story decks are usually more expensive to build than the same style first-story porches. Consider that installing a six-foot square deck on the first story will run on average $7,700 to $15,400. Installing a very similar deck on the second story can run you $9,700 to $20,500.
Many factors impact the total cost of a deck or porch project. Reaching out to porch businesses in Boston to receive a quote may be the fastest way to know how much your project may cost.
What should you contemplate when choosing a local deck specialist?
Preparing for a new deck or porch for your space can be exhilarating, but it's vital to take time to double-check the fine print when contracting a deck builder in Boston to ensure you choose the best contractor for your project. Begin by making sure you get all the details below so you can choose the best contractor.
Is the porch and deck company licensed and insured?
Based on the scope of work and location, decking builders may credentials. Double check with your local licensing board to discover the requirements for your community. Next, question builders to confirm whether they match those prerequisites.
Insurance is equally vital. Make sure you hire contractors who carry the proper insurance—it's a safeguard for you and them.
Will the porch company complete the type of work you have planned?
Deck companies have a wide selection of services, and each contractor may have their own specialty. If you want a cement deck installed, don’t select a professional who only works with wood or Trex.
Does the company have positive feedback?
Check reviews and ask for suggestions from family. These suggestions assist you in picking a respectable professional—which can make the project run better.
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- A D CONSTRUCTION LLC1750 Washington St Suite B1
Boston, Massachusetts 02118 - ABACUS BUILDERS190 old colony ave
Boston, Massachusetts 02127 - B H Brown Landscape DesignPO Box 170973
Boston, Massachusetts 02117 - B&B Unique Remodeling45 Fairlane Road
Boston, Massachusetts 02132 - BrickStone Masonry Inc.127 Bay State Road
Boston, Massachusetts 02215 - Bryant Construction27 Wellesley Park
Boston, Massachusetts 02124 - Caledonia Construction & Affordable Deleading119-121 Sydney St
Boston, Massachusetts 02125 - Casey Landscape59 Nahant Ave
Boston, Massachusetts 02122 - Castelmaine Construction10 Burt Street
Boston, Massachusetts 02124 - Classical Details18 Rugdale Rd
Boston, Massachusetts 02124 - CROSSTOWN ARCHITECTURE1 NORTH SQ
Boston, Massachusetts 02113 - Cuchulainn Construction General Contracting2 Grimes St
Boston, Massachusetts 02127 - DK Remodeling14 Gates St. 2
Boston, Massachusetts 02127 - EJ WELLS PROPERTY MAINTENANCE SERVICES30 Mallon Rd
Boston, Massachusetts 02121 - Everstand Construction Inc.581 Boylston St Suite 804A
Boston, Massachusetts 02116 - FORT HILL CONSTRUCTION27 FORT AVE TER
Boston, Massachusetts 02119 - Hamel Painters Inc3 Anderson Pl
Boston, Massachusetts 02114 - Henry Scopa Home Improvements16 Shetland St
Boston, Massachusetts 02119 - Henryk Nosal57 Harvest St
Boston, Massachusetts 02125 - Kay's Home Services65 Florian st.
Boston, Massachusetts 02131 - Kenneth Scott Contractor19 Bradshaws St
Boston, Massachusetts 02121 - Moon Building and Remodeling19 monmouth st.
Boston, Massachusetts 02128 - Mr Iceman Co. Roofing15 Gates St
Boston, Massachusetts 02127 - Narman Construction, Inc.P O Box 240379
Boston, Massachusetts 02124 - New England Design & Construction103 Terrace St.
Boston, Massachusetts 02120 - New Looks Home Improvement681 Tremont St
Boston, Massachusetts 02118 - O'Dwyer's Builders6 Franconia St
Boston, Massachusetts 02122 - Old England Painting121 Stoughton St
Boston, Massachusetts 02125 - Olde England Painting29 Thornley
Boston, Massachusetts 02125 - Perfection Home Improvement586 Rutherford Ave
Boston, Massachusetts 02129 - Quality Services, Inc.29 Massachusetts Avenue
Boston, Massachusetts 02115 - R BROOKS DELEADING & RENOVATION INC120 MILTON ST
Boston, Massachusetts 02124 - RASPOWER HOME REMODELING47 HARVARD ST
Boston, Massachusetts 02124 - Remodel Boston516 E 2nd St Ste 26
Boston, Massachusetts 02127 - RJT Carpentry & Tile469 Sumner St
Boston, Massachusetts 02128 - Ruffini Construction LLC49 Franconia St
Boston, Massachusetts 02122 - Signature Improvements32 Rawson St
Boston, Massachusetts 02125 - Sun Property Group Inc116 W Broadway
Boston, Massachusetts 02127 - T L CONTRACTING45 ANGEL ST
Boston, Massachusetts 02124 - T.C. SWEENEY GENERAL CONTRACTING671 ADAMS ST
Boston, Massachusetts 02122 - The House Doctors349 Marlborough St Unit 3
Boston, Massachusetts 02115 - TOM'S HOME RENOVATIONS INC418 SUMNER ST
Boston, Massachusetts 02128 - WESS CO80 PRINCETON ST
Boston, Massachusetts 02128
- A D CONSTRUCTION LLC
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- 6-J ConstructionPO Box 666
Linwood, Massachusetts 01525
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- A Cosco & Son LLC75 Nyack St
Watertown, Massachusetts 02472 - A J Wood Construction Inc337 Haverhill Rd 337 Haverhill Rd.
Chester, New Hampshire 03036 - A ROGERS RENOVATION11 Linden st.
Ashland, Massachusetts 01721 - A Yard and a Half Landscaping Cooperative26 Thayer Rd
Waltham, Massachusetts 02453 - A&M General Contractors & Builders LLC232 S Main st
RANDOLPH, Massachusetts 02368 - A-1 Quality Installs P.O. Box 87
Taunton, Massachusetts 02780 - A-American Roofing Remodeling Co Inc85 Plymouth Street
Bridgewater, Massachusetts 02324 - AA Tofani Construction Co Inc29 Holly Ln
Ashland, Massachusetts 01721 - AAA GENERAL CONTRACTING INCPO Box 615
East Hampstead, New Hampshire 03826 - Above The Norm46 Kings Pond Plain Rd
Plymouth, Massachusetts 02360 - Aboveboard Contracting12 liberty hill dr
Blackstone, Massachusetts 01504 - AbriamBarkerCarpentry26 Cary Ave.
Chelsea, Massachusetts 02150 - ABSOLUTE GENERAL CONTRACTING,INC.75 STANDISH ROAD
Milton, Massachusetts 02186 - Absolute Home Comfort151 Veterans Rd.
Winthrop, Massachusetts 02152 - Accessible Solutions349 N. Main St.
Andover, Massachusetts 01810 - Accurate Masonry ConstructionPO Box 202
Lowell, Massachusetts 01853 - ACE Handyman Services of Greater Boston401 Lowell St Ste 2
Lexington, Massachusetts 02420 - ACH Construction IncPO Box 521
Maynard, Massachusetts 01754 - Acme Pressure Washing LLC12 Wright Ave
Merrimack, New Hampshire 03054 - Adaptations Unlimited25 Fox Run Rd
Newington, New Hampshire 03801 - Addeo and Sons Construction Inc120 MILFORD RD
South Grafton, Massachusetts 01560 - Additions Today16 Saunders Street
Medford, Massachusetts 02155 - Adelino Soares Construction1255 Sharps Lot Rd
Swansea, Massachusetts 02777 - Advanced Construction & Cleaning123 A St
Framingham, Massachusetts 01701 - Advanced Fence CompanyPO Box 50
Canton, Massachusetts 02021 - Advanced Roofing Siding and Windows Inc576 Boston Post Rd E Suite: I-A
Marlborough, Massachusetts 01752 - Advanced Spa And Pool Corp.199 Lowell Road (Rt.3A)
Hudson, New Hampshire 03051 - Affordable Roofing & Siding541 Spring St.
Hanson, Massachusetts 02341 - Affordable Services LLC22 Roosevelt Ave.
Peabody, Massachusetts 01960 - Agawam Fence Company524 Newburyport Turnpike
Rowley, Massachusetts 01969 - Ahronian Landscaping & Design107 Concord St
Holliston, Massachusetts 01746 - AJ Construction CompanyPO Box 541
West Wareham, Massachusetts 02576 - AJ's Home Services Inc1565 Lakeview Ave
Dracut, Massachusetts 01826 - Alaa 76 Broadway
Lynn, Massachusetts 01904 - ALBA CONSTRUCTION70 Ardale St
Roslindale, Massachusetts 02131 - Alcantara Contractor407R Mystic Ave Unit 36A
Medford, Massachusetts 02155 - Alexis Home Remodeling98 Rossmore Rd # 2
Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts 02130 - All Around Home Improvement29 Seafoam Avenue
Winthrop, Massachusetts 02152 - ALL SEASON WINDOWS & INSULATIONPO BOX 8229
Lynn, Massachusetts 01904 - ALL SEASONS CARPENTRY20 BETTY PHILLIPS CIR
Taunton, Massachusetts 02780 - ALL SEASONS HOME REMODELING369 SOMERVILLE AVE
Somerville, Massachusetts 02143 - ALL SEASONS PAINTING32 ARDALE ST
Roslindale, Massachusetts 02131 - ALL STAR REMODELING18 SECOND RD
Marlborough, Massachusetts 01752 - All-Phase Painting LLC38 Upland Rd
Belmont, Massachusetts 02478 - Allbello Carpentry7 Sheffield St.
Pepperell, Massachusetts 01463 - Allcrest Construction6 Middlemost Way
Stow, Massachusetts 01775 - ALLEN KAPSON HOME IMPROVEMENT331 N FRANKLIN ST
Holbrook, Massachusetts 02343 - Almeida General Construction9 Osgood St
Lawrence, Massachusetts 01843 - Alpha Construction & Design Inc41 Browning Rd
Arlington, Massachusetts 02476 - Alpha Home Services Inc.37 Hosmer St. #13
Marlborough, Massachusetts 01752 - Alpine Environmental Inc275 Billerica Rd Suite 2B
Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01824 - Am Installation Inc185 Squire Rd # 6
Revere, Massachusetts 02151 - Amazing EZ-Screen Porch Windows563 Shoreview Park Rd
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55126 - AMERICA ONE TECHNOLOGIES, INC100 Grandview Road Suite 300
Braintree, Massachusetts 02184 - American Building & Design151 Wednesday Hill Rd
Lee, New Hampshire 03861 - AMERICAN BUILDING & REMODELING23 CHERRY PL
West Newton, Massachusetts 02465
- A Cosco & Son LLC