ADDTN'L SVC AREAS INCLUDE: LYNN-BEVERLY, CONCORD-MAYNARD, ASHLAND-NORFOLK, ATTLEBORO-TAUNTO, CHELMSFORD-HAVERHILL, BOXFORD-GLOUCESTER, COUNTIES & PORTIONS OF DOWNTOWN.
"Everything went smooth. Work was efficient & fast. Great communication with workers. Highly satisfied. Neighbor ended up using them aslo after he saw the work completed. They also Financing. A great advantage to use."
Colin D on March 2024
ADDTN'L SVC AREAS INCLUDE: LYNN-BEVERLY, CONCORD-MAYNARD, ASHLAND-NORFOLK, ATTLEBORO-TAUNTO, CHELMSFORD-HAVERHILL, BOXFORD-GLOUCESTER, COUNTIES & PORTIONS OF DOWNTOWN.
"Everything went smooth. Work was efficient & fast. Great communication with workers. Highly satisfied. Neighbor ended up using them aslo after he saw the work completed. They also Financing. A great advantage to use."
We 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
We 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
We're a locally owned and operated company with over 16 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity, and stand behind our work. We specialize in cabinetry installation, custom closets, interior trim and decorative molding, built-in furniture and a variety of related projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Neil was easy to work with, respected my home and worked quickly!"
Eric B on February 2021
We're a locally owned and operated company with over 16 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity, and stand behind our work. We specialize in cabinetry installation, custom closets, interior trim and decorative molding, built-in furniture and a variety of related projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Neil was easy to work with, respected my home and worked quickly!"
IGA General Construction Corp is 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.
"professional and very quick!"
Alex G on April 2022
IGA General Construction Corp is 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.
Here at Terry's Home Improvement, we are dedicated to providing you with exceptional customer service. We specialize in providing you with all the different options available to you for your remodeling needs. We are a family owned and operated business, with over 40 years in the construction industry. So stop by today and set up your free no obligation estimate.
"I hired him through Angi, and was really happy with his job and knowledge. He has a lot of experience and know what he is doing. Will fully recommend him and hire him again if I need to do another job at my house."
Andres E on October 2022
Here at Terry's Home Improvement, we are dedicated to providing you with exceptional customer service. We specialize in providing you with all the different options available to you for your remodeling needs. We are a family owned and operated business, with over 40 years in the construction industry. So stop by today and set up your free no obligation estimate.
"I hired him through Angi, and was really happy with his job and knowledge. He has a lot of experience and know what he is doing. Will fully recommend him and hire him again if I need to do another job at my house."
Welcome to Remodel or Renew Home Improvement. We are committed to exceeding your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise that your home or business deserves. We offer competitive prices and customer satisfaction is our number one priority.
"Signed contract on May 8 for deck build.On May 12 rep came to my office to collect deposit of apprx $13,000. He said project team meeting on Wed & would update me then on start date etc. On Fri May 16 I had to reach out to him. He wrote the team had met & materials were ordered. An hour later he wrote back that he was misinformed & that his boss was going to call me next week. Despite this, dep check cashed. On Mon 5. 20 rep wrote back that they had forgotten certain costs & to proceed it would be $8,000 more. Not a typo. $8,000 more. No apology. Ridiculous, contract rescinded. I wrote that he could return my deposit at my office just as he had collected it. On Wednesday the 21st I got a text from "Tom," presumably the owner/boss, saying he would "drop a check in the mail" to my address. Today is May 30th, Friday, and still no check. Check at a minimum should have been overnighted. They owe me interest not to mention the deposit to hire a contractor who will honor contract. Bad."
Jennifer M on May 2025
Welcome to Remodel or Renew Home Improvement. We are committed to exceeding your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise that your home or business deserves. We offer competitive prices and customer satisfaction is our number one priority.
"Signed contract on May 8 for deck build.On May 12 rep came to my office to collect deposit of apprx $13,000. He said project team meeting on Wed & would update me then on start date etc. On Fri May 16 I had to reach out to him. He wrote the team had met & materials were ordered. An hour later he wrote back that he was misinformed & that his boss was going to call me next week. Despite this, dep check cashed. On Mon 5. 20 rep wrote back that they had forgotten certain costs & to proceed it would be $8,000 more. Not a typo. $8,000 more. No apology. Ridiculous, contract rescinded. I wrote that he could return my deposit at my office just as he had collected it. On Wednesday the 21st I got a text from "Tom," presumably the owner/boss, saying he would "drop a check in the mail" to my address. Today is May 30th, Friday, and still no check. Check at a minimum should have been overnighted. They owe me interest not to mention the deposit to hire a contractor who will honor contract. Bad."
4 employees. No subs. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service fees. LICENSE # AC000774. No extra charge for after hours service. Additional contact - Maria Najarro. May contact through email [email protected], [email protected] or by calling at (617) 625-7106, (617) 594-8145 (617) 682 5439 FAX (781) 397-0102.
"Quick, complete, and clean. The crew were in and out within a few hours, cleaned up beautifully, and had the inspector in to certify the removal promptly when the work was complete. This was a tough project (old HVAC ducts in a crawlspace), done well."
William B on April 2021
4 employees. No subs. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service fees. LICENSE # AC000774. No extra charge for after hours service. Additional contact - Maria Najarro. May contact through email [email protected], [email protected] or by calling at (617) 625-7106, (617) 594-8145 (617) 682 5439 FAX (781) 397-0102.
"Quick, complete, and clean. The crew were in and out within a few hours, cleaned up beautifully, and had the inspector in to certify the removal promptly when the work was complete. This was a tough project (old HVAC ducts in a crawlspace), done well."
Capital Construction Contracting Inc. was founded in 2005 as a full service home remodeling company. We provide complete interior and exterior home improvement services specializing in James Hardie siding, including roofing, windows, doors, custom decks and interior remodels. We pride ourselves on fantastic customer service and top notch craftsmanship. We hold numerous certifications in the industry, and we are proud to work with the best products from leading manufacturers. No matter what home improvement needs you have, Capital Construction Contracting Inc. is here to provide you with quality solutions. Our mission is simple : to improve the lives of our customers by providing the highest quality building materials installed by highly skilled, professionally trained crafts persons with the highest level of customer service. Feel free to visit our showroom: 3 Norwood Street, Dorchester MA We value your business!
"Everything was done to perfection."
Cindy M on September 2025
Capital Construction Contracting Inc. was founded in 2005 as a full service home remodeling company. We provide complete interior and exterior home improvement services specializing in James Hardie siding, including roofing, windows, doors, custom decks and interior remodels. We pride ourselves on fantastic customer service and top notch craftsmanship. We hold numerous certifications in the industry, and we are proud to work with the best products from leading manufacturers. No matter what home improvement needs you have, Capital Construction Contracting Inc. is here to provide you with quality solutions. Our mission is simple : to improve the lives of our customers by providing the highest quality building materials installed by highly skilled, professionally trained crafts persons with the highest level of customer service. Feel free to visit our showroom: 3 Norwood Street, Dorchester MA We value your business!
B&D Construction and Painting, Inc. prides itself on being the number one home improvement in the area. We service both residential and commercial properties. We have built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Call us today and let us get started!
"I own a 2 family in North Andover. My front porch needed serious upgrades. I hired B+C Construction after reviewing other alternatives. Benico and his crew did an outstanding job replacing major supports and banisters. I wanted anything painted to bring it all together. Excellent results…I would recommend this supplier to others…
P.S. I had them clean and cover my gutters….Another thing off the list to do
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Dick L on September 2025
B&D Construction and Painting, Inc. prides itself on being the number one home improvement in the area. We service both residential and commercial properties. We have built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Call us today and let us get started!
"I own a 2 family in North Andover. My front porch needed serious upgrades. I hired B+C Construction after reviewing other alternatives. Benico and his crew did an outstanding job replacing major supports and banisters. I wanted anything painted to bring it all together. Excellent results…I would recommend this supplier to others…
P.S. I had them clean and cover my gutters….Another thing off the list to do
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Your Home. Your Priorities. Our Expertise. For more than half a century, GF Sprague has been a growing part of Boston’s architectural fabric. We began by restoring slate roofs and hand-forming copper details for some of the area’s most historic sites and city buildings. These weren’t just jobs, they were lessons in precision and pride. Slate and copper demanded true craftsmanship, the kind that can’t be rushed or faked. That craftsmanship is our foundation. As Boston grew we did too, expanding to help homeowners in the surrounding towns. We wanted to bring the same standard of excellence required on those historic projects to everyone. Today, GF Sprague adds on to our traditional roofing specialties with asphalt, rubber, and cedar. -In addition to our copperwork we can also work on chimneys, gutters, windows, and siding, Whether it’s a 100-year-old brownstone or an updated colonial home, we bring the same commitment to detail, durability, and integrity that defined us on day one. What truly sets GF Sprague apart isn’t just our skill, it’s our promise to treat every customer like family. Every roof we install is a promise: to protect a family and carry forward Boston’s tradition of homes built to last. Along with that promise is another, our Best Price Promise. This means you get the best price for your project every time. Many of our clients have trusted us for generations, passing down their loyalty just as we’ve passed down our craft. With GF Sprague, you don’t just get a contractor — you gain a lifelong, local partner in caring for your home’s exterior.
"Very impressed with Sprague, Mark was very knowledgeable and straightforward. Crew was first class closing roofing and Clean Up in four days and cold weather. Justin was terrific, personable and responsive, and was always on site or available. Crew and especially Foreman were excellent. I would recommend GF Sprague for a high quality Job, their technology and customer service."
Stephen R on January 2023
Your Home. Your Priorities. Our Expertise. For more than half a century, GF Sprague has been a growing part of Boston’s architectural fabric. We began by restoring slate roofs and hand-forming copper details for some of the area’s most historic sites and city buildings. These weren’t just jobs, they were lessons in precision and pride. Slate and copper demanded true craftsmanship, the kind that can’t be rushed or faked. That craftsmanship is our foundation. As Boston grew we did too, expanding to help homeowners in the surrounding towns. We wanted to bring the same standard of excellence required on those historic projects to everyone. Today, GF Sprague adds on to our traditional roofing specialties with asphalt, rubber, and cedar. -In addition to our copperwork we can also work on chimneys, gutters, windows, and siding, Whether it’s a 100-year-old brownstone or an updated colonial home, we bring the same commitment to detail, durability, and integrity that defined us on day one. What truly sets GF Sprague apart isn’t just our skill, it’s our promise to treat every customer like family. Every roof we install is a promise: to protect a family and carry forward Boston’s tradition of homes built to last. Along with that promise is another, our Best Price Promise. This means you get the best price for your project every time. Many of our clients have trusted us for generations, passing down their loyalty just as we’ve passed down our craft. With GF Sprague, you don’t just get a contractor — you gain a lifelong, local partner in caring for your home’s exterior.
"Very impressed with Sprague, Mark was very knowledgeable and straightforward. Crew was first class closing roofing and Clean Up in four days and cold weather. Justin was terrific, personable and responsive, and was always on site or available. Crew and especially Foreman were excellent. I would recommend GF Sprague for a high quality Job, their technology and customer service."
Stephen R on January 2023
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Stucco questions, answered by experts
Inspect annually for cracks, clean with a mild detergent, and reseal or repaint as needed to preserve appearance.
German schmear is a durable brick masonry coating. It should last at least a decade or two without flaking or fading, even with minimal maintenance. This makes it an economical option compared to the cost of painting your house exterior, which usually needs to be repainted every five to 10 years to keep it looking its best—thus costing more over the same time period.
Most homeowners can remain in their homes during stucco removal, but expect noise, dust, and limited access to certain areas. For extensive projects or if hazardous materials are present, temporary relocation may be recommended for safety and comfort. Before removal begins, seal off the work areas and use air purifiers to minimize the spread of dust.
A standard drill will work just fine if you’re drilling small holes, and only a few of them. But anything with a diameter larger than 3/8 inch is best done with a hammer drill, since it is stronger, faster, and also makes your drill bits last longer. While you don’t absolutely need a hammer drill for stucco, it is a worthy investment if you think you might drill more holes down the road.
There are two ways to determine which renovation will add the most value to a house. One is based on money alone, and the other is based on the percentage of money spent versus money earned when selling the home. While these values vary, the best projects to add value based on percentages are exterior painting, replacing doors and windows, replacing the garage door, roofing replacement, and upgrading the siding.
The Chelsea, MA homeowners’ guide to stucco services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Discover the cost to stucco a house in 2025, including average prices, key factors, and tips to help you budget and plan your stucco project with confidence.
Stucco and brick are popular exterior siding options. Learn the key differences between stucco and brick so you can choose the right one for your home.
