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Perry Brothers Construction

4.96(
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Perry Brothers Construction

4.96(
184
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
51 years of experience

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


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iCornerstone, Inc.

4.91(
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iCornerstone, Inc.

4.91(
46
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
38 years of experience

iCornerstone offers design through construction services and promotes Consumer Controlled Construction as a solution to over-pricing, under performance, unrealistic allowances, and quality issues. We provide designs, labor and material specifications, accurate project costs, camera monitoring, invoice review, project accounting, and construction support that allow the homeowner to act as the general contractor easily and with a minimal time commitment. The first three carry an hourly rate of $100, while the fourth is 15% of the cost of the work as you have defined it. After a free Initial Consultation, we provide a proposal for the cost of our services. Our platform networks regulators, engineers, subcontractors, service providers, and suppliers involved in your project so that everyone knows what everyone else knows, which is the hallmark of transparency and accountability. Everyone is on the same page. Their E-folios resolve the dilemma of "If only I had known, I would have asked." Everyone benefits, and nothing like the platform exists in the industry. Clients must provide us the names of subcontractors we do not know as a means of proving to themselves we do not steer business or have a conflict of interest. This strategy helps our network grow and ensures fairness. Our free, online, Consumer E-Folio / Project Organizer / Property Profile / Research Tool will help you, even if you do not involve us in your project, comes with no strings attached, and respects your privacy. Simply register at icornerstoneinc.com and have fun using it. We claim three remarkable achievements: no client has ever gone over budget; no subcontractor has ever been overpaid or unpaid without cause; and all clients receive the highest quality at the lowest price.

"For our home addition/renovation we are very grateful to have found Richard Connolly and his site iCornerstone. Our vision was a Two-story + basement + livable attic space home addition which would provide significant practical square footage to our existing house and integrate seamlessly with it. We interviewed a number of general contractors but we were overall a bit uncomfortable after the interviews due to gaps in transparency regarding how costs were calculated and how timelines were established, resulting in some lack of confidence. We happened upon Richard’s iCornerstone site via Angies. Richard provided an extremely transparent and detailed description of his unique and practical process, which delivered a set of superb designs along with a truly logical, transparent, and honest listing of costs, both materials and labor, at all stages, and how those costs were derived. Richard also delivered transparency on timelines, and he provided recommendations for all the needed tradespeople that he had historically a close working relationship with; alternatively we could have selected tradespeople of our own choosing. Richard and his process gave us the utmost confidence for proceeding. We proceeded with our renovation under Richard’s guidance and his own crew and the entire process went according to plan with excellent communication, rapport, and confidence at all stages from excavation to final finish work. Transparency, confidence-building, dependability, highly knowledgeable, customer-friendly, and results-oriented are all terms we would use to describe Richard and the iCornerstone process. We strongly recommend Richard for anyone contemplating any home renovation or home addition, large or small."

greg b on December 2025

iCornerstone offers design through construction services and promotes Consumer Controlled Construction as a solution to over-pricing, under performance, unrealistic allowances, and quality issues. We provide designs, labor and material specifications, accurate project costs, camera monitoring, invoice review, project accounting, and construction support that allow the homeowner to act as the general contractor easily and with a minimal time commitment. The first three carry an hourly rate of $100, while the fourth is 15% of the cost of the work as you have defined it. After a free Initial Consultation, we provide a proposal for the cost of our services. Our platform networks regulators, engineers, subcontractors, service providers, and suppliers involved in your project so that everyone knows what everyone else knows, which is the hallmark of transparency and accountability. Everyone is on the same page. Their E-folios resolve the dilemma of "If only I had known, I would have asked." Everyone benefits, and nothing like the platform exists in the industry. Clients must provide us the names of subcontractors we do not know as a means of proving to themselves we do not steer business or have a conflict of interest. This strategy helps our network grow and ensures fairness. Our free, online, Consumer E-Folio / Project Organizer / Property Profile / Research Tool will help you, even if you do not involve us in your project, comes with no strings attached, and respects your privacy. Simply register at icornerstoneinc.com and have fun using it. We claim three remarkable achievements: no client has ever gone over budget; no subcontractor has ever been overpaid or unpaid without cause; and all clients receive the highest quality at the lowest price.

"For our home addition/renovation we are very grateful to have found Richard Connolly and his site iCornerstone. Our vision was a Two-story + basement + livable attic space home addition which would provide significant practical square footage to our existing house and integrate seamlessly with it. We interviewed a number of general contractors but we were overall a bit uncomfortable after the interviews due to gaps in transparency regarding how costs were calculated and how timelines were established, resulting in some lack of confidence. We happened upon Richard’s iCornerstone site via Angies. Richard provided an extremely transparent and detailed description of his unique and practical process, which delivered a set of superb designs along with a truly logical, transparent, and honest listing of costs, both materials and labor, at all stages, and how those costs were derived. Richard also delivered transparency on timelines, and he provided recommendations for all the needed tradespeople that he had historically a close working relationship with; alternatively we could have selected tradespeople of our own choosing. Richard and his process gave us the utmost confidence for proceeding. We proceeded with our renovation under Richard’s guidance and his own crew and the entire process went according to plan with excellent communication, rapport, and confidence at all stages from excavation to final finish work. Transparency, confidence-building, dependability, highly knowledgeable, customer-friendly, and results-oriented are all terms we would use to describe Richard and the iCornerstone process. We strongly recommend Richard for anyone contemplating any home renovation or home addition, large or small."

greg b on December 2025


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Norman Builders

5.00(
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Norman Builders

5.00(
76
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

We are a full service home building company that has completed residential home construction in over 20 different cities and towns in Massachusetts & New Hampshire. We have a team of engineers, architects, carpenters, plumbers, and electricians that provide top notch quality at competitive pricing. Customer service and responsivneness are a very important part of this company. You will always have a return phone call as soon as possible and our workers take great pride in their work with professionalism and a great attitude. Our projects are completed on time, on budget, and our customer's happiness is our number one priority. If you are looking for an honest contractor with a proven track record, please call or email today!

"From start to finish, it was a great experience and the work that was done on our bathrooms was exceptional - especially the tile work. Communication was great and every detail was looked after. They were very responsive to any issues we had and corrected them quickly without question."

Nancy K on December 2024

We are a full service home building company that has completed residential home construction in over 20 different cities and towns in Massachusetts & New Hampshire. We have a team of engineers, architects, carpenters, plumbers, and electricians that provide top notch quality at competitive pricing. Customer service and responsivneness are a very important part of this company. You will always have a return phone call as soon as possible and our workers take great pride in their work with professionalism and a great attitude. Our projects are completed on time, on budget, and our customer's happiness is our number one priority. If you are looking for an honest contractor with a proven track record, please call or email today!

"From start to finish, it was a great experience and the work that was done on our bathrooms was exceptional - especially the tile work. Communication was great and every detail was looked after. They were very responsive to any issues we had and corrected them quickly without question."

Nancy K on December 2024


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MMP Construction Inc

4.70(
191
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MMP Construction Inc

4.70(
191
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Customers say: Super punctual
22 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At MMP Construction we pride ourselves on delivering great craftsmanship, and providing the best customer experience at competitive prices. From complete remodeling and additions, to snow removal and minor roof repairs we also specialize in 203k and home style loans, MMP Construction will complete the job in a timely and professional manner. We understand the investments our customers are making and we proactively provide updated timelines and information regarding the job, from start to finish.

"We needed a skylight installed in our bathroom, and MMP did an excellent job--we are very happy with it! The team was friendly and worked quickly and efficiently to get it done before it got dark, and the quality of their work was excellent. Matt was very friendly and nice to communicate with as well, and always responded right away. I highly recommend MMP Construction to anyone looking for great quality work and excellent customer service."

Nathan S on November 2022

At MMP Construction we pride ourselves on delivering great craftsmanship, and providing the best customer experience at competitive prices. From complete remodeling and additions, to snow removal and minor roof repairs we also specialize in 203k and home style loans, MMP Construction will complete the job in a timely and professional manner. We understand the investments our customers are making and we proactively provide updated timelines and information regarding the job, from start to finish.

"We needed a skylight installed in our bathroom, and MMP did an excellent job--we are very happy with it! The team was friendly and worked quickly and efficiently to get it done before it got dark, and the quality of their work was excellent. Matt was very friendly and nice to communicate with as well, and always responded right away. I highly recommend MMP Construction to anyone looking for great quality work and excellent customer service."

Nathan S on November 2022


"Samuel, our architect, took the time to truly understand our needs and design preferences. He thoughtfully crafted a stunning addition to our home and meticulously oversaw its construction to ensure every detail was just right. We are incredibly grateful to Studio North Homes for their expertise and dedication."

ariel e on March 2025

"Samuel, our architect, took the time to truly understand our needs and design preferences. He thoughtfully crafted a stunning addition to our home and meticulously oversaw its construction to ensure every detail was just right. We are incredibly grateful to Studio North Homes for their expertise and dedication."

ariel e on March 2025


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Xcc Pro Builders LLC

4.47(
15
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Xcc Pro Builders LLC

4.47(
15
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Customers say: Terrific value
12 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Here at XCC Pro Builders we specialize in producing quality built projects. We have been in business since 2014 and do a wide range of projects additions, decks, siding, new construction, windows, kitchen and bathroom Renos. you name it we will take care of it. We have a great upbeat knowledgeable staff that love what they do.

"We are very impressed with XCC and their team. Our property is very challenging and there was now solid ground where the deck was being installed. XCC built us an amazingly beautiful and solid retaining wall. We absolutely love our deck. They even went ahead and added an extra landing for my elderly mother to take a rest on. We will definitely be calling them again when we are ready to update the deck on the main house."

kristina l on February 2025

Here at XCC Pro Builders we specialize in producing quality built projects. We have been in business since 2014 and do a wide range of projects additions, decks, siding, new construction, windows, kitchen and bathroom Renos. you name it we will take care of it. We have a great upbeat knowledgeable staff that love what they do.

"We are very impressed with XCC and their team. Our property is very challenging and there was now solid ground where the deck was being installed. XCC built us an amazingly beautiful and solid retaining wall. We absolutely love our deck. They even went ahead and added an extra landing for my elderly mother to take a rest on. We will definitely be calling them again when we are ready to update the deck on the main house."

kristina l on February 2025


JFA Design Group

4.53(
15
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JFA Design Group

4.53(
15
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 years of experience

JFA Design Group brings an unmatched commitment to excellence to your architectural project. We have over 20 years experience delivering unsurpassed professionalism, expertise and value. We take pride in providing our customers with personalized customer service, the highest industry standards and top quality workmanship.

"I found Johnâ s service through a contractor that I didnâ t end up working with. But working with John was a nice experience. I have plans to do some reno work on my townhouse kitchen, and an important part of the job is to widen the entrance between the kitchen and the dining room. Because itâ s a townhouse structure and the management donâ t know where the original blueprint is, and they require an architectural evaluation and drawing for opening the walls. I had to hire a structural engineer/architect to do the job. John came to my house several times. He did not open the wall to probe. He looked at the structures from the basement to the kitchen and did his engineer calculation and gave me the architectural drawings according to how big I wanted to widen the entrance. I donâ t know anything about architect, but his drawing was sent to the City Hall for permit. I did change my thoughts on the all opening a couple of times, and he always responded promptly and kindly, and made changes accordingly. I had expected a much higher price from contractors for hiring an architect, but John was very reasonable, and said for a small adjustment, it wouldnâ t cost so much. I thought everything went well in our communication and the final product and the value of the work. One thing though, when the city building inspector came, he said where we wanted the wall to end was not sitting on a basement column, and that piece of end wall has to be on a column. So this means I had to put back 6 inches of the wall I had originally cut. I was a little bummed about that. I canâ t say if this is something the architect shouldâ ve known (or maybe building code is slightly different every city?), but I wish I could be better prepared or informed about this particular building code. Overall, I thought it was a good experience and I would recommend JFA Design Group."

April C on May 2024

JFA Design Group brings an unmatched commitment to excellence to your architectural project. We have over 20 years experience delivering unsurpassed professionalism, expertise and value. We take pride in providing our customers with personalized customer service, the highest industry standards and top quality workmanship.

"I found Johnâ s service through a contractor that I didnâ t end up working with. But working with John was a nice experience. I have plans to do some reno work on my townhouse kitchen, and an important part of the job is to widen the entrance between the kitchen and the dining room. Because itâ s a townhouse structure and the management donâ t know where the original blueprint is, and they require an architectural evaluation and drawing for opening the walls. I had to hire a structural engineer/architect to do the job. John came to my house several times. He did not open the wall to probe. He looked at the structures from the basement to the kitchen and did his engineer calculation and gave me the architectural drawings according to how big I wanted to widen the entrance. I donâ t know anything about architect, but his drawing was sent to the City Hall for permit. I did change my thoughts on the all opening a couple of times, and he always responded promptly and kindly, and made changes accordingly. I had expected a much higher price from contractors for hiring an architect, but John was very reasonable, and said for a small adjustment, it wouldnâ t cost so much. I thought everything went well in our communication and the final product and the value of the work. One thing though, when the city building inspector came, he said where we wanted the wall to end was not sitting on a basement column, and that piece of end wall has to be on a column. So this means I had to put back 6 inches of the wall I had originally cut. I was a little bummed about that. I canâ t say if this is something the architect shouldâ ve known (or maybe building code is slightly different every city?), but I wish I could be better prepared or informed about this particular building code. Overall, I thought it was a good experience and I would recommend JFA Design Group."

April C on May 2024


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Turn Key Construction

4.83(
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Turn Key Construction

4.83(
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Customers say: Quality work
31 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

From crafting stunning kitchens and bathrooms to ​building sturdy foundations and elegant porches, our ​team of experts led by Fred Levasseur is committed to ​turning our clients' dreams into reality. With a ​reputation for exceptional craftsmanship and ​attention to detail, we take pride in providing ​comprehensive solutions that streamline the process ​for homeowners. Based in Dover, New Hampshire, we ​extend our expertise to various regions in ​Massachusetts, Maine, and New Hampshire, offering ​personalized and reliable service on every project.

"Job completed in a day and done right!"

John W on June 2025

From crafting stunning kitchens and bathrooms to ​building sturdy foundations and elegant porches, our ​team of experts led by Fred Levasseur is committed to ​turning our clients' dreams into reality. With a ​reputation for exceptional craftsmanship and ​attention to detail, we take pride in providing ​comprehensive solutions that streamline the process ​for homeowners. Based in Dover, New Hampshire, we ​extend our expertise to various regions in ​Massachusetts, Maine, and New Hampshire, offering ​personalized and reliable service on every project.

"Job completed in a day and done right!"

John W on June 2025


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d. a. kinsella company

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d. a. kinsella company

4.39(
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Customers say: Quick response
36 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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


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New England Contracting and mgmt inc

5.00(
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New England Contracting and mgmt inc

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
Free onsite estimate

We are a general contracting co with over 40 years experience. in both residential and commercial construction. all phases of construction. home building and develomeny,additionz,garages building remodeling, custom kitchen and baths,custom decks. emergency repairs. Free estmates. Have years of experience in insurance claims Personal attention from start to finish. free esitmates

"The did great job at good price too, most important 3 big projects and they were in and out couple weeks they were done and im so happy how the house all come together in no time thanks again jo I appreciate you’re work highly recommend."

gabe a on July 2024

We are a general contracting co with over 40 years experience. in both residential and commercial construction. all phases of construction. home building and develomeny,additionz,garages building remodeling, custom kitchen and baths,custom decks. emergency repairs. Free estmates. Have years of experience in insurance claims Personal attention from start to finish. free esitmates

"The did great job at good price too, most important 3 big projects and they were in and out couple weeks they were done and im so happy how the house all come together in no time thanks again jo I appreciate you’re work highly recommend."

gabe a on July 2024

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Custom Home Builders questions, answered by experts

Yes, home builders need to be licensed in every state and municipality in the country. The specific license required varies based on the location and the work, but most states require that the builder hold a general contractor’s license at minimum. Some states and cities also require that plumbing, electrical, roofing, and sewage system construction require individual licenses, in which case the builder may subcontract the work. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that the builder you’re considering holds all the proper licenses.

Yes, such as using eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient designs for long-term savings.

While it’s never too early to start planning for a major home improvement project like a home addition, give yourself at least a month or two to plan and design your addition, find a contractor, and get the permits in order. For larger projects like a second-story addition that require designing with an architect, plan on three to four months of preparation.

Ranch and colonial-style homes are often the most affordable to build. They have a common layout with available designs that are easy to adjust in simple ways without having to spend too much on a structural engineer or architect. Both types of homes' symmetry, simple roofs, and often one or two-story plans mean they often fall in the $150 to $200 square-foot range, putting them right around average.

Yes, modular homes offer a wide range of customization options for layout, finishes, and features.

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