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MMP Construction Inc
4.6(
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Serving Exeter, NH 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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Horsman Builders
4.3(
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Serving Exeter, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would not hesitate for a second hiring Horsman Builders for any of my house projects or remodel, in fact that is what I will do from now on. I was nervous starting a project having to handle things on my own but Tim made me comfortable with a detailed estimate, answered all my questions, kept me informed about the work, the site was always clean and the result is awesome, my neighbor was commenting on how great it is just checking it out from a window. Fair price, excellent quality and great customer service. A+"
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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True North Contracting
4.4(
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Serving Exeter, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Costas and his team did a wonderful job on my Aunt's home. What started off as a deck repair, turned into so much more (siding, windows, new 1/2 bath). The house had been in a bit of disrepair and he was very thoughtful and thorough in his approach to bringing it back to life. My family and I will enjoy it for many years to come, and I truly appreciate some of the little things he did along the way to ensure everything was done right. He took the initiative to select things when I was not able to be there. It felt very much like he was treating as if it were his own home. His attention to detail was terrific, and he was super responsive. THANK YOU again!"
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Response time7 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
JDL Building & Remodeling of New England, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Exeter, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

\nWe are a full service General Contracting Company who can manage your project from conception to completion. This includes design, permitting and construction. Athough we specialize in providing turn-key services, we can also be contracted to perform any trade service or scope or work. \n \nJason Lajeunesse, owner of JDL Building & Remodeling of New England, LLC, is a second generation building contactor with over 10 years of general contracting and trade experience. This experience and our strong Estimating and Project Planning Skills allow us to deliver our projects on budget and schedule. \n \n

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Detached 2 Car garage with walkup
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Detached 2 Car garage with walkup
North Andover MA Basement Finish Project

+5

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Tseranos Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Exeter, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"We hiredTseranos Construction to add an addition to our home, mudroom, garage with primary suite above. I would highly recommend this company, work was completed on time and we were very happy with quality of work. The owner was always available to answer questions and help us through the construction process."
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Turn Key Construction
4.8(
6
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Serving Exeter, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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.

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Response time10 hrs
Response rate88%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Northeast Finest Home Improvements
5.0(
5
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Serving Exeter, NH and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

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Emergency services offered

"Dennis, Brandon and their crew exceeded all of our expectations and more! Their fine attention to detail and precision is incredible. We have had them back at our home numerous times to do anything from a whole main floor renovation, including new hardwood floors, removing walls and placing a load-bearing wall support beam. Even something as simple as caulking our tub, they can do it all! We were absolutely blown away by everything they have done for us. Their pricing and desire to please their customers is unmatched. We will absolutely be using them for any of our home improvement needs in the future. Please don’t look any further!"
1000ft composite timbertech deck with Azak rails and trim color scheme custom pebble gray with Winchester gray “black” and white with solar lighting and authentic gulf coast shell decorations permanently applied lasts through all harsh New England seasons! Workmanship guaranteed, liscenced and insured call Northeast Finest Home Improvements at 781-548-9252 or visit us on web at www.nefinesthomeimprovements.com
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Locke It In Construction
4.4(
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Serving Exeter, NH and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

"locke It In Construction was an amazing company. they went beyond there duties. i had a bunch of stuff in my garage that needed to be moved, and i was unable to get it done on time and instead of rescheduling there crew went right to work pulling all the stuff out of the way just to get to there tasks. on top of that they did an amazing job timely and very respectful to everyone in my household... i had them hanging 12 ft sheets on a 9 foot ceiling height and i offered them to cut the sheets in half but instead of taking the easy way out they got it done i couldn't thank them enough. they had told me the reason for it, " later on down the road when you go to mud the seems , its always less the better." that shows hes always looking on down the future for your best interest and hes always helping out the customer no matter what.. the price was great the time was great, and overall all the completion came out great. on top of that my garage has never been so clean.. thank you to Locke It In construction i simply could ask for a better out come or such a profesional job YOU GUYS ROCKED!!"
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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The Window Source of New Hampshire
4.7(
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Serving Exeter, NH and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Windows Source to replace all our doors (4) and windows (20) including 1 large bay window. They also did our entire house in vinyl cedar siding. Our entire home was upgraded by WS. Service was incredible and install was perfect. We highly recommend Window Source."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Vista Home Improvement
4.3(
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Serving Exeter, NH and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently had a complete roof replacement. Before proceeding, we did comprehensive research of area companies and Vista came out on top, with good reason! All appointments were not only on time but were extremely punctual. We met first with Product Specialist Holly, who was enthusiastic, very knowledgeable and helpful. While at our home assessing the proposed job, Project manager Rick explained the entire process in layman's terms. The day of the job, Project Supervisor Marc arrived early and went over the entire job with the crew. All company representatives left us with a business card with their cell #'s to call if we required anything. The installation crew was amazing. They arrived early and began immediately. They were no nonsense, very focused and, worked like a well oiled machine. All Vista team members were polite and respectful of my special request to be cognizant around some of my more cherished trees & shrubs. Vista was fastidious in their care for my home and lawn, not one speck of debris was left behind. Vista, the installation crew, company representatives, everyone, exceeded our expectations. Vista stands behind their work and products. If you wish to relax after a major home improvement project knowing the job was done correctly, you will want to consider Vista. Dan & Kim Belchertown"
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Custom Home Builders 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.

There are energy-efficient options when building a cottage. Select green building materials, high-performance insulation, and energy-efficient windows when designing your cottage. Options such as solar panels, efficient HVAC systems, and LED lighting can lower your utility bills and reduce your environmental impact. Many builders offer energy-efficient upgrades as part of the design process.

Whether it’s more affordable to gut a house than build a new one depends on the markets where you'd be buying and selling. However, it’s usually less expensive to renovate a home than to build new construction. 

Most homeowners pay between $100,000 and $200,000 for demolition and remodeling costs, whereas the average cost to build a new home is between $139,000 and $531,300.

One starting point to find a local home builder is to collect suggestions from friends and neighbors. However, it’s still wise to do some more research before you hire a builder. Read reviews to supplement any word-of-mouth recommendations. Check sources like Angi that have standards and criteria in place to screen the pros it lists can also help you find more reputable local home builders.

It’s typically more cost-effective to move a building along with its accessories than to demolish and rebuild it from scratch. However, that’s only if you can move the accessories without damaging them. However, if you plan to demolish the accessories anyway, it is advisable to do so before the move to save costs.

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