Top-rated contractors.

Get matched with top contractors in Swampscott, MA

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your contractor service project in Swampscott, MA?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

TRUSTED BY SWAMPSCOTT, MA HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon4.6
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon117
    Verified contractor services reviews

Find Contractors in Swampscott

Avatar for MMP Construction Inc
MMP Construction Inc
4.6(
222
)
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"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."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+154

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Stellar Painting & Remodeling LLC
Stellar Painting & Remodeling LLC
4.9(
28
)
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"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."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+42

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Cowboy General Services, Inc.
Cowboy General Services, Inc.
5.0(
10
)
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Cowboy contractor to replace our existing entry with porcelain wood plank tile. The contractor came in and removed the hardwood floor and prep it to lay the tile. He also cut down the entry door trim and reinstalled it. Excellent work done by this contractor and I would recommend him. I definitely would use this contractor again to do work at my home."
Kitchen original
Half bath
Half Bath
Bid board
Tile floor

+91

Response time4 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Avatar for PIERRE CONSTRUCTION LLC
PIERRE CONSTRUCTION LLC
3.9(
33
)
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"David is professional and responsive and the contractors he brings with him have been excellent. Heâ s almost completed work on one bathroom and he will be doing our second bathroom as well. Based on what weâ ve seen so far, we highly recommend him."
Response time2 days
50 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by44%of homeowners
Avatar for Tejada's Remodeling Inc
Tejada's Remodeling Inc
4.7(
31
)
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jose and his team did a phenomenal job.Very professional.And I would recommend his company anytime to do all work for construction can't thank them enough for job well done"
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+6

Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
Avatar for C P Construction and Carpentry
C P Construction and Carpentry
4.1(
47
)
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did great work and we are very happy with our rebuilt Deck! Any questions just call Clod and he'd get back to you. Reliable, I highly recommend their company. I'm going to use their company in the future for other projects that need to be done"
close up view of tile job on shower
remodel a bathroom
remodel a bathroom
remodel a bathroom
bathroom

+20

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Quality Construction
Quality Construction
4.6(
13
)
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Phil remodeled my whole kitchen. He remolded my bathroom into a new full bath. His workmanship is excellent and his idea and design is good. His price is very reasonable. I will definitely hire him again for my next remodel job."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+35

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for All City Remodeling Co
All City Remodeling Co
4.8(
17
)
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The ultimate professional. Great customer service. Perfect planning so there was no down time from one crew to the next. All crew members arrived on time, had great attention to detail, and went above and beyond my expectations. I now have a beautiful, sturdy, home inside and out after major tree damage. It was truly a pleasure working with Jerry and his crew of professionals."
EXTERIOR  OF SOUTH ST READING MA
INTERIOR  FIRE DAMAGE
INTERIOR  FIRE DAMAGE
INTERIOR  FIRE DAMAGE
INTERIOR  FIRE DAMAGE

+70

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Sail Away Properties LLC
Sail Away Properties LLC
4.3(
12
)
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Level builders designed and remodeled my bathroom/master closet layout. It came out amazing and would recommend or use them again. Very timely with amazing finish product. Logistics handled very impressive and stuck to completion date as forecasted. Super happy with final results!"
2nd Floor Addition Gloucester MA
Front Deck Entrance way
Salem House Flip
Front Deck Entrance way
Salem House Flip

+49

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Vestige Carpentry LLC
Vestige Carpentry LLC
4.4(
5
)
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Beautiful Job! Useable in a Day. Finished next morning. when the post they ordered arrived. I have asked Vestige to do another job when it gets a little warmer Reasonable Prices Extremely good Job!"
Wainscot panels
Storm Door
Exterior Stair Rebuild
Interior Structural Rehabilitation & Restoration
Restoring Architectural Elegance

+7

Response time2 days
Response rate89%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
...
Showing 1-10 of 402
Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

Most Cape Cod houses are two stories tall at the peak, although they’re considered one-and-a-half stories tall because the steep roof pitch cuts off a portion of the living space on the second story. Unless you raise the roof on your Cape Cod house to add a dormer, the interior rooms upstairs will lose some usable living space to the sloped ceilings.

Professionals charge between $60 and $95 per hour to install ornamental porch columns. The amount of time they need varies based on the condition of the porch, whether they need to remove old columns, and if there is any damage to your porch's structure. This cost can increase if more issues come up during the installation process.

For a professional carpenter, installing a window seat can take anywhere from a few hours to a few days, depending on some aspects of the project. Aside from building the seat itself, if they have to remove any cabinets, shelves, or baseboards, that will add time to the project.

The Swampscott, MA homeowners’ guide to contractor services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.