We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of general contractor home improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in additions and kitchen remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"The quality of the work was excellent. They cleaned up the work area every day after they worked and we are very pleased with the deck post replacement and trim board wrapping of the posts. Highly recommend and would employ them again if needed."
Chris O on June 2024
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of general contractor home improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in additions and kitchen remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"The quality of the work was excellent. They cleaned up the work area every day after they worked and we are very pleased with the deck post replacement and trim board wrapping of the posts. Highly recommend and would employ them again if needed."
Chris O on June 2024
With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your design and construction needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!
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Danny d on April 2022
With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your design and construction needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!
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Danny d on April 2022
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"They showed up when they said they would and finished the job also when they said it would ."
Steven M on June 2021
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"They showed up when they said they would and finished the job also when they said it would ."
Steven M on June 2021
B Lagrassa Construction is your one stop shop for all remodeling, decks and home improvement needs. We pride ourselves on quality work, fair pricing and customer satisfaction on every project...we will treat your home like our own. Give us a call today to schedule your free home estimate and ask all the questions you need answers for regarding your dream project. We are licensed and insured for your protection and look forward to adding you to our long list of happy customers!
"Very happy with the experience. Brennan was punctual, well mannered, and able to break down exactly what he was doing to someone who doesn’t know anything about construction. I have referred my family and close friends to Brennan. "
Chris M on March 2025
B Lagrassa Construction is your one stop shop for all remodeling, decks and home improvement needs. We pride ourselves on quality work, fair pricing and customer satisfaction on every project...we will treat your home like our own. Give us a call today to schedule your free home estimate and ask all the questions you need answers for regarding your dream project. We are licensed and insured for your protection and look forward to adding you to our long list of happy customers!
"Very happy with the experience. Brennan was punctual, well mannered, and able to break down exactly what he was doing to someone who doesn’t know anything about construction. I have referred my family and close friends to Brennan. "
Chris M on March 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company with over 30 years of industry experience. We specialize in Additions and Kitchen Remodels, custom built-ins & millwork , but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other Home Improvement projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Chris did a great job. He was responsive and produced quality work in a timely manner."
Joe F on March 2024
We are a locally owned and operated company with over 30 years of industry experience. We specialize in Additions and Kitchen Remodels, custom built-ins & millwork , but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other Home Improvement projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Chris did a great job. He was responsive and produced quality work in a timely manner."
Joe F on March 2024
Since 1988, The Sullivan Company, Inc. has been providing our clients with award-winning craftsmanship and professional customer service. The Sullivan Company, Inc. is a full-service, fully-licensed and insured home improvement remodeling firm that is consistently recognized in the region and nationwide as an industry leader. With offices in Newton Mass, Brewster Mass, and Waterville Valley NH we improve and maintain a wide range of homes throughout New England. The recipient of over forty industry awards including the National Remodeling Hall of Fame and Massachusetts Legend of the Industry, TSC has the experience, skill and dedication to handle any home improvement project for you.
"Mark did a terrific job getting my 100 year old door handle/lock to work again! I highly recommend him."
Karen P on February 2025
Since 1988, The Sullivan Company, Inc. has been providing our clients with award-winning craftsmanship and professional customer service. The Sullivan Company, Inc. is a full-service, fully-licensed and insured home improvement remodeling firm that is consistently recognized in the region and nationwide as an industry leader. With offices in Newton Mass, Brewster Mass, and Waterville Valley NH we improve and maintain a wide range of homes throughout New England. The recipient of over forty industry awards including the National Remodeling Hall of Fame and Massachusetts Legend of the Industry, TSC has the experience, skill and dedication to handle any home improvement project for you.
"Mark did a terrific job getting my 100 year old door handle/lock to work again! I highly recommend him."
Karen P on February 2025
The Belmont Builders are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Belmont Builders replaced our attic stairs. They did a professional job on these stairs and were quiet and respectable. The cost was what I anticipated and we are so happy that this job was done in a day and now we have our stairs back. I highly recommend The Belmont Builders and will use them again for our next project!"
Herb D on December 2024
The Belmont Builders are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Belmont Builders replaced our attic stairs. They did a professional job on these stairs and were quiet and respectable. The cost was what I anticipated and we are so happy that this job was done in a day and now we have our stairs back. I highly recommend The Belmont Builders and will use them again for our next project!"
Herb D on December 2024
d. a. kinsella company has been under the same creative management since 1990 and has completed hundreds of residential and commercial projects for private sector clients, including home and business owners, property managers, developers and local government. As an architectural firm, d. a. kinsella company offers architectural and construction management services, which include the preparation of: home and house plans, home designs, residential architecture, interior design and planning; construction plans and construction management services, cost estimates and construction management.
"From the very first meeting through the entire work they did they were very professional. I had a roof repair and other construction work done and I am very pleased with the quality of their work. I will definitely hire them agian and in the process of going over window replacement with them. Excellent job!"
John H on November 2021
d. a. kinsella company has been under the same creative management since 1990 and has completed hundreds of residential and commercial projects for private sector clients, including home and business owners, property managers, developers and local government. As an architectural firm, d. a. kinsella company offers architectural and construction management services, which include the preparation of: home and house plans, home designs, residential architecture, interior design and planning; construction plans and construction management services, cost estimates and construction management.
"From the very first meeting through the entire work they did they were very professional. I had a roof repair and other construction work done and I am very pleased with the quality of their work. I will definitely hire them agian and in the process of going over window replacement with them. Excellent job!"
John H on November 2021
Ferragamo Custom Builders has been building and remodeling homes in Massachusetts' North Shore. We have earned an A+ Rating with the Better Business Bureau! We are Contractors you can trust! If you are thinking of a new home build, a remodel, kitchen remodel, an addition or a deck, Ferragamo Custom Builders will build to suit! Add comfort and value to your Home! We are based in Wakefield Massachusetts and happily serve surrounding towns in the North Shore area! Call us at 781-799-9135
"?Ferragamo custom builders had done trim work and a roofing job for me in the past. They did a great job so when a family member wanted to vinyl side their home we called them back! Ferragamo custom builders did an outstanding job on both the house and leaving the yard clean?. nice job! "
Walter A on March 2025
Ferragamo Custom Builders has been building and remodeling homes in Massachusetts' North Shore. We have earned an A+ Rating with the Better Business Bureau! We are Contractors you can trust! If you are thinking of a new home build, a remodel, kitchen remodel, an addition or a deck, Ferragamo Custom Builders will build to suit! Add comfort and value to your Home! We are based in Wakefield Massachusetts and happily serve surrounding towns in the North Shore area! Call us at 781-799-9135
"?Ferragamo custom builders had done trim work and a roofing job for me in the past. They did a great job so when a family member wanted to vinyl side their home we called them back! Ferragamo custom builders did an outstanding job on both the house and leaving the yard clean?. nice job! "
Walter A on March 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company with many years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity, and stand behind our work. We specialize in all phases of construction from structural framing, to decorative molding installation, and a variety of related projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Excellent finish carpentry work, fair pricing, and good communication about timing and expectations. Its rare to find honesty and transparency in this industry, and David has been the best!"
Angela G on February 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company with many years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity, and stand behind our work. We specialize in all phases of construction from structural framing, to decorative molding installation, and a variety of related projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Excellent finish carpentry work, fair pricing, and good communication about timing and expectations. Its rare to find honesty and transparency in this industry, and David has been the best!"
Angela G on February 2025
Converting a garage is worth it because it can significantly increase your home's value while providing additional living space for your family or guests. Adding a bedroom or bathroom enhances your property's appeal to potential buyers, and creating a guest suite or apartment can even generate passive rental income while you still own the house.
A garage conversion can take between two and six weeks for the construction work, depending on the size and complexity of the project. Before construction begins, you need to secure the proper building permits and hire a contractor. Keep in mind that contractors are often in high demand and might schedule several weeks out. If your garage conversion is extensive or involves significant structural changes, the timeline could extend to eight weeks or more. For attached garages, the proximity to your living space may cause some disruption during construction.
To make your garage livable, at a minimum, you need to insulate the walls, add in legally required egress windows, install flooring, put up drywall, and add in air conditioning and heating. If you intend to use the space as a bedroom, office, bathroom, or kitchen, you will need to consider additional electrical and plumbing needs.
A garage conversion counts as living space when it meets certain criteria. The converted garage must be attached to your home and include permanent features like proper insulation, finished walls and ceilings, and adequate ventilation. It should be suitable for year-round living, with heating and cooling systems to maintain comfortable temperatures in all seasons. Meeting these standards allows the converted space to be included in your home's total square footage, potentially increasing its value.
In most cases, you do not need to hire an architect for a garage conversion. An experienced garage conversion contractor usually has the skills to help create your desired design and ensure the project meets building codes. However, if your conversion involves complex structural changes or a large-scale redesign, hiring an architect can be beneficial. An architect can provide detailed plans and oversee the design to maximize space and functionality, ensuring the conversion aligns with your vision and complies with all regulations.