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Moylan Contracting
5.0(
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Serving Waltham, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John was extremely communicative, honest, and punctual. He was very forthcoming with information and always responsive. We extensively remodeled a newly purchased home and John and his team finished AHEAD of schedule. We had some tough luck with prior contractors and were very thankful to meet and work with John. I recommend working with John and would work with him again!"
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Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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WR Builders, Inc
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Serving Waltham, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"WR Builders Inc is a reliable and trustworthy construction company. We hired them to remodel our living room, and the results are amazing. The team was professional, hardworking, and committed to delivering high-quality work. They were respectful of our home and kept the work area clean and organized. The finished living room is beautiful, and we’re extremely happy with the entire process. WR Builders Inc is our go-to contractor for future projects."
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+156

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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New England Carpentry Inc
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Serving Waltham, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gil from NE carpentry did a lot of work for me. The most impressive was that Gil worked with me to repair my interior front porch after a massive leak during a storm destroyed it. Because my house is on the beach and very exposed, every other contractor declined the job. Gil and his team were very rigorous and patient and they did succeed in waterproofing the porch. They did rebuild it and did fantastic work. The team communicates well, is always on time, does a great job and always clean after the workday. Their prices are very fair and transparent. I will continue to work with NE carpentry and I highly recommend them."
Response time1 day
Response rate92%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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VC Construction
4.9(
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Serving Waltham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Vinny to do a tub to shower conversion. He was the most professional contractor I have ever worked with. He gave us options and stayed within our budget and maintained his projected timeframe. We highly recommend him."
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Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mavridis Contracting Services
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Serving Waltham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our house is 50+ years old and had the original casement windows, which were starting to fail. In addition, the exterior of our house need to be painted and there were a great deal of shingles or trim that was rotted and needed to be replaced. George and his team did an outstanding job, kept us informed as they went along and completed everything on time and on budget. We couldn't be happier with how the house looks. I would highly recommend Mavridis Contratcing to anyone looking for a contractor."
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FAQs for contractor service projects in Waltham, MA

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

  • Required to have applicable state and local licenses

  • Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review

  • Paying to advertise their services

  • 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. 

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