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Last update on June 17, 2025
John T Ambrose Home Improvement & Repair is dedicated to providing clients throughout the North Shore with superior home repair and improvement services. You can trust us to treat your property with the utmost care and with 30+ years experience there is nothing we haven’t seen. Your home is where you should feel the most comfortable. Improving the quality of your home should be stress-free. If your outdated kitchen or broken-down plumbing fixtures make you dread spending time at home, turn to John T Ambrose. We provide home improvement services to the North Shore, surrounding areas such as Ipswich, Danvers, Topsfield, Boxford, Hamilton, Wenham, Gloucester, Essex, Andover. We can handle small home repairs to large scale additions so you can relax and know your next project is in good hands. With years of experience, we know how to improve your home by updating key areas such as kitchens, bathrooms, and master bedrooms. We use trusted brands to renovate your home and ensure your next project last’s a lifetime.
"We would absolutely recommend John Ambrose. Him and his team recently did a complete kitchen and mudroom remodel for us and we couldn't be happier. He had full transparency with the time the projects would take to complete, what materials would cost, and great communication with us the entire time. John exceeded our expectations in every way possible. We enjoyed working with him so much that my husband and I keep thinking of new projects we can have him do for us to help us complete our dream home!"
Amanda B on February 2023
John T Ambrose Home Improvement & Repair is dedicated to providing clients throughout the North Shore with superior home repair and improvement services. You can trust us to treat your property with the utmost care and with 30+ years experience there is nothing we haven’t seen. Your home is where you should feel the most comfortable. Improving the quality of your home should be stress-free. If your outdated kitchen or broken-down plumbing fixtures make you dread spending time at home, turn to John T Ambrose. We provide home improvement services to the North Shore, surrounding areas such as Ipswich, Danvers, Topsfield, Boxford, Hamilton, Wenham, Gloucester, Essex, Andover. We can handle small home repairs to large scale additions so you can relax and know your next project is in good hands. With years of experience, we know how to improve your home by updating key areas such as kitchens, bathrooms, and master bedrooms. We use trusted brands to renovate your home and ensure your next project last’s a lifetime.
"We would absolutely recommend John Ambrose. Him and his team recently did a complete kitchen and mudroom remodel for us and we couldn't be happier. He had full transparency with the time the projects would take to complete, what materials would cost, and great communication with us the entire time. John exceeded our expectations in every way possible. We enjoyed working with him so much that my husband and I keep thinking of new projects we can have him do for us to help us complete our dream home!"
Amanda B on February 2023
Cabinet Cures provides both refacing and refinishing services. The choice is yours and is dependent upon whether you want to replace your cabinet doors or refresh the existing doors. We provide the widest selection of finishes - both stain and lacquer. We can also address the functional needs of your kitchen with new drawer boxes and custom rollout solutions. All of our work is done by our own employees at our production facility in North Billerica. Please call for an appointment to schedule a no-cost, no-obligation in-home consultation.
"Cabinet Cures did a great job from start to finish. Joe and John were very meticulous in doing all the pre-measuring all the way through the construction, including the very meticulous finish work, which I need to give a shout out to Joe who is an excellent finish carpenter. Valerie was very informative when she came and gave us an estimate and was very responsive with any questions we had. The owner Pierre is very hands-on which was a very nice touch from a customer experience aspect. we had a couple tricky areas in the kitchen and due to their knowledge and experience, and they’re fine attention to detail every aspect of of the job far exceeded our expectations. we would highly recommend them and would like to thank all the crew for doing such a great job for us"
Christopher S on June 2024
Cabinet Cures provides both refacing and refinishing services. The choice is yours and is dependent upon whether you want to replace your cabinet doors or refresh the existing doors. We provide the widest selection of finishes - both stain and lacquer. We can also address the functional needs of your kitchen with new drawer boxes and custom rollout solutions. All of our work is done by our own employees at our production facility in North Billerica. Please call for an appointment to schedule a no-cost, no-obligation in-home consultation.
"Cabinet Cures did a great job from start to finish. Joe and John were very meticulous in doing all the pre-measuring all the way through the construction, including the very meticulous finish work, which I need to give a shout out to Joe who is an excellent finish carpenter. Valerie was very informative when she came and gave us an estimate and was very responsive with any questions we had. The owner Pierre is very hands-on which was a very nice touch from a customer experience aspect. we had a couple tricky areas in the kitchen and due to their knowledge and experience, and they’re fine attention to detail every aspect of of the job far exceeded our expectations. we would highly recommend them and would like to thank all the crew for doing such a great job for us"
Christopher S on June 2024
Jeff Veglia Remodeling was established in 1987 offering full scale remodeling and tile services. This business was built on honesty, integrity, and quality to all clients. Our reputation is based on superior quality at a competitive price and most importantly we listen to our customers. We serve Massachusetts. Please email or call rather than Message Center on Angie's List.
"Jeff and his team did a fantastic job on our bathroom renovation. The work was of very high quality, and Jeff was very responsive from the initial scoping to the final walk throughs and everything in between. Would certainly recommend Jeff, especially for renovations in older, historical homes that require precision and care. Thank you Jeff!"
William B on March 2025
Jeff Veglia Remodeling was established in 1987 offering full scale remodeling and tile services. This business was built on honesty, integrity, and quality to all clients. Our reputation is based on superior quality at a competitive price and most importantly we listen to our customers. We serve Massachusetts. Please email or call rather than Message Center on Angie's List.
"Jeff and his team did a fantastic job on our bathroom renovation. The work was of very high quality, and Jeff was very responsive from the initial scoping to the final walk throughs and everything in between. Would certainly recommend Jeff, especially for renovations in older, historical homes that require precision and care. Thank you Jeff!"
William B on March 2025
Family owned and operated construction company. Specialized in basement refinish and all types of construction services.
"10/10 recommend! Communication was excellent and their creative take on maximizing the space made the biggest difference! Looking forward to working with them again in the near future."
Tina U on October 2024
Family owned and operated construction company. Specialized in basement refinish and all types of construction services.
"10/10 recommend! Communication was excellent and their creative take on maximizing the space made the biggest difference! Looking forward to working with them again in the near future."
Tina U on October 2024
We offer general contractor services including bathroom remodels, kitchen remodels, windows, doors, ADUs, additions, and structural repairs. Our proven process is what keeps our clients coming back to us time and time again. We know the best way to ensure a successful end result is to carefully plan a detailed proven path from the very first consultation. We have over 40 years of experience in the construction industry and will gladly discuss your renovation ideas during a free consultation. Thank you for your interest in Perry Brother Construction, your one stop shop for all your remodeling and renovating needs.
"yes, I received a prompt estimate, was placed on a schedule, contractor arrived on the scheduled day and was prepared to start work"
john c on October 2024
We offer general contractor services including bathroom remodels, kitchen remodels, windows, doors, ADUs, additions, and structural repairs. Our proven process is what keeps our clients coming back to us time and time again. We know the best way to ensure a successful end result is to carefully plan a detailed proven path from the very first consultation. We have over 40 years of experience in the construction industry and will gladly discuss your renovation ideas during a free consultation. Thank you for your interest in Perry Brother Construction, your one stop shop for all your remodeling and renovating needs.
"yes, I received a prompt estimate, was placed on a schedule, contractor arrived on the scheduled day and was prepared to start work"
john c on October 2024
Remodel or Renew Home Improvement Inc. is a family owned team of contracting professionals helping homeowners throughout Massachusetts. Brothers Mike and Tom teamed to form RORHI in 2017 combining their years of experience as general contractors. We provide services in all aspects of home improvement but tend to specialize in decks, siding, paver, patio, and basement remodeling and installation. RORHI has been awarded the #1 Trex deck installers for the last 4 yrs.
"I was with the contractor that made me think that because my good credit I was getting a good financing interest around 7% and he did not tell me that my granite steps had to be removed, he told me after the loan went through at a rate of almost 14% at this moment I would like to cancel the project, I am under a lot of stress and having back issues I am afraid that because I take time off from work I am not going to be able to pay for this high interest loan."
Mary H on February 2025
Remodel or Renew Home Improvement Inc. is a family owned team of contracting professionals helping homeowners throughout Massachusetts. Brothers Mike and Tom teamed to form RORHI in 2017 combining their years of experience as general contractors. We provide services in all aspects of home improvement but tend to specialize in decks, siding, paver, patio, and basement remodeling and installation. RORHI has been awarded the #1 Trex deck installers for the last 4 yrs.
"I was with the contractor that made me think that because my good credit I was getting a good financing interest around 7% and he did not tell me that my granite steps had to be removed, he told me after the loan went through at a rate of almost 14% at this moment I would like to cancel the project, I am under a lot of stress and having back issues I am afraid that because I take time off from work I am not going to be able to pay for this high interest loan."
Mary H on February 2025
At Leccese contract & design, we are more than just a general contractor; we are your partners in creating exceptional spaces. With a commitment to excellence ingrained in our DNA, we have been exceeding expectations since our inception. Our journey began with a simple yet profound mission: to perform for our customers at the highest level of quality. This mission has been the cornerstone of our success, driving us to continuously raise the bar in the construction and design industry. We are not just builders; we are craftsman, artisans, and visionaries who turn dreams into reality.
"Leccese Contract & Design did a complete renovation to our home, we also added a 2 car garage with a room above. We were impressed with how knowledgeable, the owner, Drew, was with every detail. He had an answer and a resolution to every question and concern we had. Drew’s understanding, patience and knowledge was so helpful and appreciated when making major decisions. All of his contractors and employees, laborers, electricians, plumbers, etc. were very friendly, professional, and highly skilled at their job. We couldn’t be happier with the entire process and the end result. We wholeheartedly recommend this company."
eileen f on February 2024
At Leccese contract & design, we are more than just a general contractor; we are your partners in creating exceptional spaces. With a commitment to excellence ingrained in our DNA, we have been exceeding expectations since our inception. Our journey began with a simple yet profound mission: to perform for our customers at the highest level of quality. This mission has been the cornerstone of our success, driving us to continuously raise the bar in the construction and design industry. We are not just builders; we are craftsman, artisans, and visionaries who turn dreams into reality.
"Leccese Contract & Design did a complete renovation to our home, we also added a 2 car garage with a room above. We were impressed with how knowledgeable, the owner, Drew, was with every detail. He had an answer and a resolution to every question and concern we had. Drew’s understanding, patience and knowledge was so helpful and appreciated when making major decisions. All of his contractors and employees, laborers, electricians, plumbers, etc. were very friendly, professional, and highly skilled at their job. We couldn’t be happier with the entire process and the end result. We wholeheartedly recommend this company."
eileen f on February 2024
LCG BOSTON, LLC strives to not only to satisfy our customers expectations but to exceed them in every way. We are committed to handling every new project with the same care and precision as the last, and we believe in establishing transparent, honest relationship with our clients that last beyond the projects end date. Our team has over 17 years of experience in new construction to full renovation projects. WE ARE COMMITTED TO HELP YOU LOVE YOUR HOME AGAIN
"William and team did an excellent job. I would definitely hire them again for a major construction project."
Andrew R on March 2023
LCG BOSTON, LLC strives to not only to satisfy our customers expectations but to exceed them in every way. We are committed to handling every new project with the same care and precision as the last, and we believe in establishing transparent, honest relationship with our clients that last beyond the projects end date. Our team has over 17 years of experience in new construction to full renovation projects. WE ARE COMMITTED TO HELP YOU LOVE YOUR HOME AGAIN
"William and team did an excellent job. I would definitely hire them again for a major construction project."
Andrew R on March 2023
DeJesus Industries is a full-service construction company based out of Brookline, MA. We offer comprehensive pre-construction and construction services. As a professional MBE, EPA/HUD, and OSHA-certified company, we bring a wealth of expertise and credentials that ensure compliance, safety, and quality in every project. Customers should hire DeJesus Industries for our unwavering commitment to delivering excellence. Our team has years of experience in construction, ranging from residential remodeling to large-scale commercial projects. We pride ourselves on our meticulous attention to detail, innovative solutions, and personalized service. Our local expertise, combined with a deep understanding of the latest industry standards, ensures that your project will be completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality. At DeJesus Industries, we don't just repurpose spaces and build structures; we build lasting relationships with our clients by consistently exceeding expectations. We service MA & RI!
DeJesus Industries is a full-service construction company based out of Brookline, MA. We offer comprehensive pre-construction and construction services. As a professional MBE, EPA/HUD, and OSHA-certified company, we bring a wealth of expertise and credentials that ensure compliance, safety, and quality in every project. Customers should hire DeJesus Industries for our unwavering commitment to delivering excellence. Our team has years of experience in construction, ranging from residential remodeling to large-scale commercial projects. We pride ourselves on our meticulous attention to detail, innovative solutions, and personalized service. Our local expertise, combined with a deep understanding of the latest industry standards, ensures that your project will be completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality. At DeJesus Industries, we don't just repurpose spaces and build structures; we build lasting relationships with our clients by consistently exceeding expectations. We service MA & RI!
At Stellar painting & Handymen Services passion and commitment comes together to give customers the best possible service, quality and value. We provide painting, power washing, carpentry, total bathroom and kitchen renovations, hardwood and tile floor installation, and backsplash. FREE ESTIMATES!!!
"Absolutely AMAZING job! We have been searching for a general contractor for almost 6 months to take care of several projects on the exterior of our home. We had worked with Stellar Painting before when our insurance company paid for a door and window repair. After a phenomenal job and a great experience, I called them again to see if, by some miracle, they could handle a list of repairs for the exterior of our home. After coming out, giving an estimate, and providing a start time - I couldn't believe how quickly everything was done! They fixed everything (and that was one heck of a list)! Our deck is so beautiful, I can't stop staring at it. Light poles that a previous masonry company installed are standing tall and proud (versus lump-sided like they have been for years now!) The list goes on. The exterior of our home looks brand new thanks to them. I can't believe how quick and easy it all was. Love the crew as well - Monique is amazing and Eduardo is SO nice and extremely talented! Everyone that came out was super sweet. They will definitely be my go-to from now on."
LaKenya K on October 2023
At Stellar painting & Handymen Services passion and commitment comes together to give customers the best possible service, quality and value. We provide painting, power washing, carpentry, total bathroom and kitchen renovations, hardwood and tile floor installation, and backsplash. FREE ESTIMATES!!!
"Absolutely AMAZING job! We have been searching for a general contractor for almost 6 months to take care of several projects on the exterior of our home. We had worked with Stellar Painting before when our insurance company paid for a door and window repair. After a phenomenal job and a great experience, I called them again to see if, by some miracle, they could handle a list of repairs for the exterior of our home. After coming out, giving an estimate, and providing a start time - I couldn't believe how quickly everything was done! They fixed everything (and that was one heck of a list)! Our deck is so beautiful, I can't stop staring at it. Light poles that a previous masonry company installed are standing tall and proud (versus lump-sided like they have been for years now!) The list goes on. The exterior of our home looks brand new thanks to them. I can't believe how quick and easy it all was. Love the crew as well - Monique is amazing and Eduardo is SO nice and extremely talented! Everyone that came out was super sweet. They will definitely be my go-to from now on."
LaKenya K on October 2023
Generally, general contractors charge between $50 and $150 hourly, though not every contractor charges by the hour. If charging based on the project, you can expect a markup of 10% to 20% of the construction cost. You can expect to pay between $300 and $500 daily if charged by the day.
General contractors are the ones that coordinate home construction projects. They are in charge of the day-to-day oversight of the subcontractors to ensure that the project is completed on time and to resolve problems as they arise. General contractors:
Complete pre-construction planning, both with the customer and crew
Provide realistic cost estimates
Develop construction timelines
Ensure deadlines are met
Acquire permits as needed
Purchase supplies and materials
Before hiring a general contractor for your home project, it’s a great idea to write down a list of questions to discuss with each prospect. Some example questions to get you started include:
Which types of insurance do you carry?
Can you provide a list of references?
What is the expected timeline for this project?
How will my project be supervised?
Will you hire subcontractors for the job?
What is the best way to communicate changes?
Will you obtain all of the required building permits?
While city and state laws vary on general contractor licensing requirements, hiring an unlicensed general contractor could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations. Be sure to check our state licensing tool to review the local general contractor guidelines for your area.
As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include:
The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check
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Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi
Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.
Yes, most general contractors require a down payment for project completion. A reasonable down payment for a contractor is 10% to 25% of the total project cost, though that will vary based on project size and location. The down payment helps cover the upfront costs of materials and permits and helps ensure payment for the project at hand.