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Hands-On Construction

About us

Based in historic Concord, MA, founder Richard Warren and his team of professional craftsman have been proudly delivering superb design & timely project execution for more than 30 years. With deep experience in historical preservation, Hands-On Construction partners with property owners, architects, contractors and local organizations to transform and modernize New England’s inventory of historic private homes and properties.

Business highlights

43 years of experience

Services we offer

New home construction, additions, basement remodels, bathrooms, craft rooms, custom millwork & energy efficiency improvements., entries and mudrooms, family living spaces, home remodeling, kitchens, landscape construction, media rooms, powder rooms

Reviews
4.89 Reviews
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Showing 1-9 of 9 reviews
Barbara M.
Jan 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$50,000
They did an excellent job.

David Q.
Sep 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,000
Hands-On was very responsive and worked with us to  plan the work, including best design for the deck rail.  Removal and installation was very professional and with minimal impact on the residents.  The results were great -- the siding is perfect, the deck rail looks great.  The people who did the work were friendly and easy to work with, and (as stated previously) did a great job.

Claudia T.
Aug 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
I love doing business with them. They are kind of pricey.

Jeannie S.
Jan 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$65,000
Hands-On Construction is by far the best contruction company I have ever worked with.  I have several years of experience with them and I have never run into any problems.
A pre-construction meeting was held on September 12, 2012 to review time lines and job scope.  Construction began the 17th 
when floors were covered, openings were closed with plastic to retain dust, what was to be removed was marked with red marker  Demolition took two days.  All construction debree was removed at the end of every day.  Hands-On Construction, the client and myself would meet every day at 7:00 to discuss the work to be preformed.  Ever Wednesday we would meet for a progress and job preformace report to be signed by the client.  Anything needed addressing would be discussed at that time.  I was called immediately when problems were discovered during demolition to discuss whether to proceed.
Any addtions or alterations to the original contract was stated on a 'change order' form so cost over runs were tracked.
The estimated time for completion was met, the space is beautiful and the client very pleased.
 



Robert G.
Apr 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
The overall experience was excellent. They were punctual, responsive, and professional. I would use this provider again.

NADINE W.
Mar 2007
4.0
$45,000
There work schedule was a little unrealistic and took longer than expected. The owner was difficult to get a hold of, but was very professional when we work with him. The owner and another women made good recommendations about what would look good in the bathrooms. The plumber and tile company they contracted I didn't like, but did like the painter.

NANCY K.
Oct 2006
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$15,000
THEY WERE PROMPT AND PROFESSIONAL AND CLEANED UP AFTER THEMSELVES. I WOULD RECOMMEND THEM TO OTHERS. I FELT LIKE THEY LISTENED TO OUR NEEDS, AND IT WAS A GOOD COLLABORATION.

Homeowner
Oct 2001
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
I WOULD USED THEM AGAIN.

Homeowner
Oct 2001
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
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FAQ

Hands-On Construction is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

No, Hands-On Construction does not offer free project estimates.

No, Hands-On Construction does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, Hands-On Construction does not offer a senior discount.

No, Hands-On Construction does not offer emergency services.

No, Hands-On Construction does not offer warranties.