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WR Builders, Inc
5.0(
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Serving Dover, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

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"WR Builders provides outstanding customer service. They were always available to answer our questions and address any concerns. It made a huge difference in our experience."
kitchen
Exterior of the House
basement bathroom
Custom Home
Powder room

+156

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Curtice Group
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Serving Dover, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

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"Scott and his crew were absolutely fantastic and we would hire them again in a heartbeat. Scott is incredibly professional, communicative, and prompt. Additionally, the budgeting process he uses is wholly transparent relative to other contractors we have worked with and we loved this approach of his. All in all we found working with Scott to be an absolutely amazing experience that you won't find much of in the Boston area--he is truly a real hidden gem of a contractor. The cherry on top for us was that he managed to get us in two months ahead of schedule!! We didn't have the largest job in the world to take care of, but it was a significant one in terms of the integrity of our house and a bit of an unusual one as far as finding contractors who had experience in dealing with issues of rafter spread. Due to the age of our home (pretty common in the Boston area), it was an improperly framed stick-and-beam frame from the get-go insufficient to support the heavy snow loads we get in the area and needed structural reinforcement in the attic to prevent the rafter spread from compromising the exterior walls of our home. Not only did Scott fully appreciate the scope of the problem quickly, he reassured us he had extensive experience correcting a number of these issues, and together with his structural engineer devised a creative fix relative to proposals from other contractors that preserved a significant amount of headroom in our attic should we ever want to finish it."
Finished Basement & Renovated Bathroom
Kitchen Expansion & Remodel
Renovated Kitchen with Island
AFTER:
Full Kitchen renovation with island
We removed the wall separating the Kitchen and Living room we created an open floor plan.

+203

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MMP Construction Inc
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Serving Dover, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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Emergency services offered

"I was happy with the work done by Matt and his crew on my roof replacement. Of the highlights, Matt excelled at customer service. I had spoken to several contractors during the bidding process and Matt clearly stood out as someone to provide detailed guidance and credible advice on the project. As my roof was being replaced as part of an insurance claim, Matt took the initiative to bring in additional contractors to build out an initial estimate for all of the work, to get things moving with the insurance company, which was a huge help. Matt took things a bit further and spoke directly with the insurance company regarding details of my roof and other work that was not started yet and was able to help me gain significantly more coverage than originally provided! Matt was always available for questions and promptly returned my calls and emails throughout the process. In one instance, I had requested that they hold off on installation of the ice and water shield one day due to the cold temperatures. Matt agreed to this with no hesitation, even though it required them to work the weekend to complete the work. Per my inspection throughout the roofing process and after, everything looked good and I found only a few things that were missed, which Matt took care of immediately. Some mess and nails were left behind after the work, but it was fairly minimal. Due to the scale of the work, Matt / MMP did bring in subcontractors to perform much of the standard roofing work. I would have appreciated if MMP was more forthcoming about this earlier in the process. MMP had someone from their team on-site for the entire process, but I think that they could have kept a closer eye on the sub-contractors work. For the more challenging tasks, Matt came out and did the work himself. He and his team worked hard throughout the process, working long hours and through the weekend to get everything completed in a timely manner and reduce risk of water leakage in case of rain. I will certainly consider MMP for future work on my house."
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WS Builders Corp
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Serving Dover, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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"They did a great job Worked tirelessly until the job was done Cleanup after the job was superb would recommend WS Builders for any fence project Thanks to the workers they did a fantastic job👌"
Addition
Basement renovation
Roof Renovation
KITCHEN REMODELING
2 and 3 Floor Addition

+75

Response time10 hrs
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Recommended by82%of homeowners
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L2 Homes
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Serving Dover, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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Credit card accepted

"NML Legacy was very responsive and quick to schedule. They prepared our space taking care of our belongings, completed the task start to finish and followed up to ensure we were pleased with the final result. Would recommend!"
Rubber Roof Install
Roof Replacement
Roof Replacement
Roof Replacement
Complete Home Renovation

+8

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William Campbell's Construction
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Serving Dover, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

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"Very responsive, knowledgeable and easy to work with. Bill Campbell is very professional and installed our custom cabinets in a timely manner and consistent with his estimate. I would highly recommend him."
 Kitchen Before
 Pool House Foundation
 Custom Mohagany Study
 Pic#1
 Home Theater

+44

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
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Boston Architects and Builders, Inc.
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Serving Dover, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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Offers commercial services

"I didn’t previously understand the difference between a great architect and a poor one. After a frustrating experience with an unresponsive budget architect, working with Vahe and the team at Boston Architects and Builders was a complete turnaround. Communication was seamless from design through completion, and their support with permitting and construction gave us total peace of mind. Their knowledge of the historical commission was impressive—even joining meetings outside their scope, including one Vahe attended from overseas at 2:00 a.m. The final result exceeded expectations. A special thank you to Carine, who went above and beyond with site visits and care, treating the project as if it were her own home. I now truly understand what a great architect is, and I wouldn’t work with anyone else."
Exterior Front Twilight
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Exterior Front Left
Garage
Garage

+19

Response time2 days
Response rate88%
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Custom Home Builders questions, answered by experts

Gather your current plot plan showing lot boundaries, existing structures, and setbacks before starting home building. Secure your most recent Title 5 septic inspection report and the system's as-built plan. You also need copies of prior building permits, a certificate of occupancy, and any wetland delineation reports. Documenting this information helps local MA professionals accurately assess your property and streamline the planning process.

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Home building in Dover involves unexpected expenses related to the town's geography and infrastructure. Excavating subsurface ledge requires specialized equipment and significantly increases foundation expenses. Upgrading an undersized or failing private septic system to meet health codes adds substantial expense. You will also encounter extra fees and delays if your project requires a variance, wetland environmental review, or new MA utility connection permits.

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A frequent mistake during home building in Dover is assuming permit timelines match neighboring towns. Homeowners also overlook strict setback rules and maximum lot coverage constraints. Failing to identify protected wetlands before starting causes severe project delays. You must also account for required distances from private Title 5 septic systems. Address these factors early to keep your project compliant and on track.

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To determine if your property is ready for home building, review your zoning district for permitted uses and setback requirements. Check local MA conservation maps to identify restricted wetlands or riverfront areas. Because Dover relies on private sewer, your existing Title 5 septic system must have the capacity to handle added bedrooms. Finally, evaluate the soil for shallow bedrock, which complicates foundation work.

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Well-executed home building strongly supports resale value in Dover. Expanding livable space and adding bedrooms attracts family-oriented buyers drawn to the top-rated local school district. However, any added bedrooms must align with your permitted septic system capacity. Constructing accessory structures like barns or garages also boosts appeal. Always secure proper permits, as unpermitted work creates liabilities during the mandatory MA resale inspection process.

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