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Top-Rated Home builders in Lawrence - Updated Nov 2026

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Norman Builders
4.8(
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Serving Lawrence, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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"Finding a builder who can take your idea (aka Dream) and make it a reality is not easy. Norman Builders created a house for me that exceeded my expectations. Ryan Norman provided me direction before the existing house demolition started. He connected me with others needed for pre-build items. Norman Builders then built exactly what was designed on paper. What sets Norman Builders apart from others is their communication and commitment to understanding what the customer wants. Ryan and his assistant Collin were always available and communicated at every milestone along the way. There was never a time I did not know what was going on or what I needed to decide. The contractors they use are highly professional and care about their part of the build. I love my new house! I highly recommend them and appreciate all Ryan and his team did for me."
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+53

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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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MMP Construction Inc
4.6(
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Serving Lawrence, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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"I was buying a new house, the home inspector had some questions about the attic joists and suggested I have a professional take a look at them. I needed it done quickly and I called three contractors. Matt from MMP was the only one that called me back the same day and agreed to come look at them the next day. He showed up on time, suggested a remedy and gave me an estimate. After buying the house I had him complete the work. It was done as promised in a very tight and dirty attic space, they cleaned up before leaving. I also chose Matt to replace my roof after getting three estimates. The crew did the complete job, chimney flashing, ice and water shield, small roof repair and venting channels in the attic. Clean up was great, no mess left in the yard. He was not the lowest estimate but all the work was done without any additional charges. I was very pleased with the results."
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Marco Polo Home Builder
4.5(
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Serving Lawrence, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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"I want to sincerely thank and highly recommend Marco Polo home Builder! While I was selling my house, the buyer’s inspector believed the attic needed repairs. One company quoted me a staggering $15,000. Thankfully, I had a general contractor from MP home Builder come take a look. He spent a lot of time carefully inspecting the attic and determined that it actually met all the requirements — there was only a small issue that needed to be fixed. They only charged $600! From $15,000 to $600 — that’s not just a price difference, it’s a clear example of honesty, integrity, and professionalism. MP home Builder doesn't lie or exaggerate just to make money. They are genuine, responsible, and truly care about doing the right thing. In today's world, a company like this is incredibly rare. What’s more, MP home Builder also does HVAC, furnace, electrical, and other types of work, and their prices are much more reasonable than other companies I’ve dealt with. If you're looking for a company that is honest, detail-oriented, fair in pricing, and trustworthy, this company is absolutely the one to hire!"
Lexington kitchen
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Lexington kitchen

+62

Response time3 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Expert Cleaning & Construction Services Inc
4.9(
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Serving Lawrence, MA and surrounding areas

"I was extremely impressed with Luis' team. The condo was immaculate and they paid very close attention to detail. The carpets had pet stain on them and they looked like new when they were finished. As a realtor who works with a lot of vendors, I would highly recommend Expert Cleaning Services."
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Recommended by75%of homeowners
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MA Design & Construction Co
4.7(
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Serving Lawrence, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

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"MA Design & Construction remodeled our entire home from the ground up and added on new construction which doubled the size of our previous home. From start to finish, they were a joy to work with, were always communicative, very professional, made excellent design suggestions, exhibited quality workmanship, and simply made our house beautiful. Their team consistently performed above and beyond our expectations and we are elated with the results. We highly recommend working with MA Design & Construction thanks to their top notch work, and we will personally employ their services again for future jobs without any hesitation."
141 Hayden Rowe Street, Hopkinton MA
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+504

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Alves co Construction
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Serving Lawrence, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

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"After 20 years, our home's original front porch had served us well, but the wood decking, railing and trim all needed to be replaced. We decided to rebuild it using composite materials everywhere, so it will last even longer than the original and will be as close to maintenance free as possible. We picked out exactly the materials and colors we wanted for our new porch and then started looking for a contractor. Based on recommendations, online research and Angie's List, we requested quotations from three contractors. All three responded and we had a chance to discuss the project with each of them. J & L Contractors stood out among them, with the best references, most experience and they were ready to do the project promptly. Working with J & L was a pleasure. Anytime we needed to communicate with them, they answered promptly and handled everything professionally. J & L's work was of high quality and was completed on time. We highly recommend them."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Joseph Downey Small Job Specialist
4.8(
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Lawrence, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

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Emergency services offered

"Everything Joe does is excellent. The work is always done well and completed on time and the bid is always the lowest. Very hard-working gentleman. I recommend him for any of your home projects or difficult jobs - or even the small jobs too. Plus, Mr. Downey is a professional - he is courteous and conscientious and trustworthy - which is a MAJOR factor in property management. Guy is worth is weight in gold."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Morse Builders
5.0(
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Serving Lawrence, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

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"Brian and his crew did a beautiful job with building my deck, finishing it with composite decking and vinyl railings. The craftsmanship is top notch as well as his professionalism. I would 100% hire them again for any other projects at my residence. Thank you Brian"
Deck
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Deck

+37

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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HWP Construction
4.4(
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Serving Lawrence, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"Excellent. We have used HWP on multiple projects since 2012. Everything from demoing and installing new decks on a 3 family to remodeling a rental unit to finishing the renovation of a single family home. Skilled and honest contractors with great customer service. Highly recommend."
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Home Building FAQs, answered by experts

The longest part of building a custom home is the design phase. It takes multiple professionals and a ton of work to bring your vision for your dream home to life while sticking to a homebuilding budget and also ensuring everything is built to code. Expect the design phase for a custom home build to take six months to a year.

Renovating or remodeling an existing structure is usually less expensive than the cost to build a new house. That’s because you can save on the costs of new building materials, laying a foundation, framing the entire building, and installing new materials and utilities throughout the house. However, if a home is in very poor condition or is incredibly old, you could spend more on upgrades and restoration compared to building from scratch.

Yes, you can finance new construction, though the process often requires a different type of loan than one for an existing property. There are several financing options available:

  • Construction-to-Permanent Loan: This is a common option where a single loan covers the building costs and then converts into a traditional mortgage once construction is complete and you move in.

  • Construction Loan (Stand-Alone): This type of loan provides funding only for the duration of the construction project. Once the house is built, you will need to pay the loan in full, typically by securing a separate, standard mortgage.

  • Builder Financing: Some custom homebuilders offer their own financing options, which may only require a down payment to begin the building process.

  • Bridge Loan: This can be a useful short-term loan to fund your new construction while you are in the process of selling your old home.

  • Home Equity Options: If you are building a second home, you might be able to use a home equity line of credit (HELOC) or a cash-out refinance on your current property.

It's also important to be aware that some lenders may have restrictions on financing for DIY house builds, so be sure to verify that you can secure financing before starting your project.

Framing is often the most expensive phase of building a house because it’s time-consuming and requires a lot of materials. It costs between $20,000 and $50,000 on average, depending on materials and labor costs. Before construction begins, it’s possible that purchasing land is the priciest step in the process. Some plots of land sell for $3,000, while others cost upwards of $150,000.

Custom homes can take an average of 18 months to build, mainly due to the lengthy design process, and most projects take somewhere between 12 and 24 months. When you work with the right custom home builders near you, they can help you map the road ahead and understand what can speed up or delay the timeline. Choosing locally available materials, for example, can speed things up without losing that customized touch.

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