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Top-Rated Custom home builders in Reading - Updated Nov 2026

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D & R Construction
4.7(
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work took much longer than expected (4 months) and we ran right down to the max on what our home owner's insurance would allow for us to be put up in a hotel. D & R worked to fit us in around a lot of other jobs and this made it difficult to get much done quickly or more than 1-day per week of work in. One subcontractor was unprofessional and refused to do work he had agreed to causing us a 3-week delay. D & R was open with communication of setbacks or concerns, which we appreciated, and eventually replaced the subcontractor. Overall I am happy with the work. Some small details might be improved in the finish work. For example, there are some small lumps in some drywall patches that the painters might have finished better and one section of ceiling paint that did not match the rest of the ceiling. The flooring was replaced on the entire second floor (apx. 800 sq feet) and they did a great job with this especially considering they had all the furniture to contend with while they did the work. They provide a guarantee for a year for their work. The owner is responsive to contacts and pleasant. I would hire them again."
Response time4 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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The Curtice Group
4.6(
143
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Scott and Eric are excellent to work with on any home project- very reliable, organized and transparent. Their quality is top notch. I highly recommend them for any home renovation job, big or small."
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.

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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MMP Construction Inc
4.6(
222
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"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."
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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HS General Contracting
4.8(
84
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Humberto and his team were terrific! They refinished the walls in 3 rooms of our house and their work was top notch. They removed wallpaper, sanded, plastered and painted our walls so that now they look pristine. I asked them if they could put in new doors and they did a great job with that too. I would refer this team to friends and family and will be using them again for other projects."
Bathroom remodeling - Newton, MA
Wooden Outdoor Bathhouse for Backyard
Bathroom remodeling
Kitchen Remodeling
She Shed

+53

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Baystate Group Builders, LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Victor to build a new house to specification and it came out great. The finishes were high quality and working with him was a breeze. I appreciated how organized he was and how he kept the project on schedule. Would very much recommend him to others and use him again."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate96%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Marco Polo Home Builder
4.5(
55
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Serving Reading, 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
Lexington kitchen
Lexington kitchen
Lexington kitchen
Lexington kitchen

+62

Response time3 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Ferragamo Custom Builders LLC
4.8(
7
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

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Warranties offered

"They tore off our back porch and built a new one. They did an amazing job for the right price. They called every day to tell us if the weather was a problem. Hard workers and very professional, we highly recommend them."
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Expert Cleaning & Construction Services Inc
4.9(
54
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

We believe having quality work and a dependable team ultimately speaks for the amazing work that we complete. We are a New England based contractor company that aims to be a leader in this diverse pool of choices. Our success is built on our elaborate projects, growing innovation within the company, changing tactics with emerging technology, and always maintaining the upmost standard for each customer. Our staff of highly skilled engineers, electricians, and technicians complete each task with finesse and skillfulness. With hundreds of completed projects and hundreds more underway, our goal is to provide high quality services across all disciplines of construction work. With over 25 years of experience under their belts, the team is ready to handle any project. Home and business owners all across Massachusetts have entrusted us with hundreds of projects, and we always deliver superior results. We offer general contracting, management of construction, and project consultations services. Our experience over the years have earned us the ability to provide top-tier results among the competition. Projects that range from commercial down to residential and everything in between are all things that our team can complete with ease.

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Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Custom Home Builders FAQs, answered by experts

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A contractor can install your shipping container home in as little as 90 days. This is notably quick compared to a traditional home build, which can take more than a year (providing there aren’t permitting or construction delays that make the wait even longer). For the quickest installation, choose a prefab container home.

Shipping container homes last at least 25 years on average, but they can last even longer with proper maintenance. Since shipping containers are made from metal, they’re quite vulnerable to rust and corrosion. This issue is exacerbated in coastal areas or areas with a lot of precipitation. To extend the life span of your container home, install siding that protects the exterior. 

On average, the cost of a home builder is about $150 per square foot, but that price can range from around $100 to $400 per square foot or more. That puts the typical price range of a standard, 2,000-square-foot house between $200,000 and $800,000. Some factors that affect the price of hiring a home builder include the following:

  • Location of your home and the living cost in the area

  • Type of foundation and framing you choose

  • Quality of the building materials

  • Footprint and layout of the house

  • Number of stories

  • Builder’s experience

Modular homes can go up or down in value depending on a few factors. In areas where real estate is appreciating, the value of modular homes is likely to increase, and vice versa. Additionally, the value of modular homes depends partially on the area. In cities where every other home is stick-built, modular homes might be considered a functional obsolescence, in which case they could be less desirable and go down in value. In either case, though, modular homes can still be a good investment, especially since they provide housing at a lower upfront cost.

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