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Scott's Handy Services

5.00(
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Scott's Handy Services

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
458 local quotes requested
36 years of experience

If you are in need of a reliable handyman service, look no further. We have been proudly serving the southern Massachusetts and northern Rhode Island areas for over 30 years. With our extensive experience and expertise, you can trust us to handle any household repair or maintenance task. Whether it's fixing a leaky faucet, painting a room, or assembling furniture, we've got you covered. Our team of skilled and professional handymen is dedicated to providing excellent service and ensuring your satisfaction. We understand the importance of a well-maintained home, and we strive to exceed your expectations with every job. So, why wait? Contact us today and let us take care of all your handyman needs. ScottsHandyServices.com

"Scott was very quick to respond and get the job done. He is very knowledgeable. His prices were fair. I will definitely be calling him again! I thought I needed a new faucet but he let me know all I needed was a new hose. I really appreciated his honesty. He saved me some $$$."

Melissa P on March 2025

If you are in need of a reliable handyman service, look no further. We have been proudly serving the southern Massachusetts and northern Rhode Island areas for over 30 years. With our extensive experience and expertise, you can trust us to handle any household repair or maintenance task. Whether it's fixing a leaky faucet, painting a room, or assembling furniture, we've got you covered. Our team of skilled and professional handymen is dedicated to providing excellent service and ensuring your satisfaction. We understand the importance of a well-maintained home, and we strive to exceed your expectations with every job. So, why wait? Contact us today and let us take care of all your handyman needs. ScottsHandyServices.com

"Scott was very quick to respond and get the job done. He is very knowledgeable. His prices were fair. I will definitely be calling him again! I thought I needed a new faucet but he let me know all I needed was a new hose. I really appreciated his honesty. He saved me some $$$."

Melissa P on March 2025



FULL HOUSE CONSTRUCTION, LLC

4.00(
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FULL HOUSE CONSTRUCTION, LLC

4.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Here at J W Construction, we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality home improvement services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction! Featured Products: American Olean, Florida Tile, Crossville, Lint Tile, Kraus Carpets, Unique Carpets, Kardean Vinyl Flooring, Oriental Weaver Rugs, Stonewood Hardwood, Mercier Hardwood, Honerwood Hardwood, Stanton Carpets, Engineered Floors, Dream Weaver Carpets, US Floors Cork Bamboo Wood LVT

"They are unprofessional individuals, do not hire. Tried reaching out multiple times got some response saying they will come out but never did."

Kathy A on March 2022

Here at J W Construction, we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality home improvement services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction! Featured Products: American Olean, Florida Tile, Crossville, Lint Tile, Kraus Carpets, Unique Carpets, Kardean Vinyl Flooring, Oriental Weaver Rugs, Stonewood Hardwood, Mercier Hardwood, Honerwood Hardwood, Stanton Carpets, Engineered Floors, Dream Weaver Carpets, US Floors Cork Bamboo Wood LVT

"They are unprofessional individuals, do not hire. Tried reaching out multiple times got some response saying they will come out but never did."

Kathy A on March 2022


M & R Design

3.75(
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M & R Design

3.75(
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Customers say: Quality work
31 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Rick grew up in a family of hard working contractors, and has been learning the skills of the trade since a very young age. He brings to the table a high level of expertise that is often hard to come by, and will always take the time to get the job done right.

"Rick was very responsive at first and eager to get started on my bathroom remodel job for one of my apartments. He is commended for having to respond to quote request fast. I decided to give him a chance to do a good job before handing a bigger jobs for my other properties. Before the work started, I emphasized that the dust control and cleanup was very, very important to me. The job involved lots of demolition work inside the apartment - naturally, there will be lots of dust. The apartment is currently occupied and has lots of furniture, computers and audio equipment that I wanted to protect. I thought he and his workers were communicated this request. I even offered the use of dust control fan and Zip Wall to isolate the work area but he said he will be fine without them. Once the job started, I was away for one week to take care of my family. When I returned, I discovered that the door to the adjacent room was left open. That is my office with all the equipment and important papers. They left their construction material and equipment in this room. I was horrified that there are fine dust everywhere - on my printer, computer peripherals, furniture. I brought this issue up with Rick. Nothing happened. The worst part was that the job was declared done and I paid the service in full - They never returned to clean up and pickup the equipment. After almost a whole month, the supply and equipment is still there. I had to spend extra time cleaning up after their mess. Very unprofessional. Lessons learned. Do not pay the balance until all the cleaning is done and all the equipment removed. I expect the clean up and dust control to be a part of the job. I also repeatedly asked or professionally prepared invoices with vendor name and address, job details and the most important of all, the invoice number - all of these essential information is important to keep track of expenses for my projects. The SMS texts message and e-mail messages were not appropriate for this purpose. I explained to Rick that my CPA requires them many times. I even sent him a sample invoice and quote in Microsoft Word template - he never understood what I was asking. He is a nice guy, but not a good project manager or competent business person. The work was done, however, the work quality is fair to good - I had to go back and correct some sloppy work. Lacking attention to details and follow up bothered me. The biggest issues is the lack of clean up and keeping the worksite cleans so he and his crew gets an F. I do not think I will be hiring his company in my future projects."

TJ S on March 2022

Rick grew up in a family of hard working contractors, and has been learning the skills of the trade since a very young age. He brings to the table a high level of expertise that is often hard to come by, and will always take the time to get the job done right.

"Rick was very responsive at first and eager to get started on my bathroom remodel job for one of my apartments. He is commended for having to respond to quote request fast. I decided to give him a chance to do a good job before handing a bigger jobs for my other properties. Before the work started, I emphasized that the dust control and cleanup was very, very important to me. The job involved lots of demolition work inside the apartment - naturally, there will be lots of dust. The apartment is currently occupied and has lots of furniture, computers and audio equipment that I wanted to protect. I thought he and his workers were communicated this request. I even offered the use of dust control fan and Zip Wall to isolate the work area but he said he will be fine without them. Once the job started, I was away for one week to take care of my family. When I returned, I discovered that the door to the adjacent room was left open. That is my office with all the equipment and important papers. They left their construction material and equipment in this room. I was horrified that there are fine dust everywhere - on my printer, computer peripherals, furniture. I brought this issue up with Rick. Nothing happened. The worst part was that the job was declared done and I paid the service in full - They never returned to clean up and pickup the equipment. After almost a whole month, the supply and equipment is still there. I had to spend extra time cleaning up after their mess. Very unprofessional. Lessons learned. Do not pay the balance until all the cleaning is done and all the equipment removed. I expect the clean up and dust control to be a part of the job. I also repeatedly asked or professionally prepared invoices with vendor name and address, job details and the most important of all, the invoice number - all of these essential information is important to keep track of expenses for my projects. The SMS texts message and e-mail messages were not appropriate for this purpose. I explained to Rick that my CPA requires them many times. I even sent him a sample invoice and quote in Microsoft Word template - he never understood what I was asking. He is a nice guy, but not a good project manager or competent business person. The work was done, however, the work quality is fair to good - I had to go back and correct some sloppy work. Lacking attention to details and follow up bothered me. The biggest issues is the lack of clean up and keeping the worksite cleans so he and his crew gets an F. I do not think I will be hiring his company in my future projects."

TJ S on March 2022


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Hirons Home Improvement, LLC

4.29(
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Hirons Home Improvement, LLC

4.29(
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Customers say: Quick response
32 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Free verbal estimates. $200 Written proposals, with the $200 to be applied to the total bill if hired for the job.

"Great place."

Carlos J on December 2020

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Free verbal estimates. $200 Written proposals, with the $200 to be applied to the total bill if hired for the job.

"Great place."

Carlos J on December 2020


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Harrop & Son Remodeling

4.34(
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Harrop & Son Remodeling

4.34(
19
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
31 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Harrop & Son Remodeling, we are family owned and operated in Johnston, Rhode Island. We are a full service additions and remodeling company with over 20 years experience in the home improvement trade we service both commercial and residential customers. We are committed to quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction. We strive to complete all jobs, large and small, with the utmost professionalism, while remaining within your budget and timeline. We look forward to working with you for all your home improvement needs! For a free estimate please call us today.

"He hired Tom Harrop to install kitchen cabinets and a heater under the kitchen sink, vinal flooring, plastering in a small area, add ceiling lighting and a shiplap ceiling. Once the work was done I asked Tom to do a walk through and he refused saying he stood behind his empoyees work. Here are the PROs and CONs. PROs: 1.) work was completed in a timely fashion 2) they did a beautiful job on the shiplap ceiling and lighting. CONs: 1) The brand new white cabinets had some nicks requiring paint touch up. 2) Terrible job on the floors! Uneven spots, lengths are uneven at the edges, gaps showing, no finish work. Terrible job!! 3) plastering looks like it wasn't even done! And there is some peeling of paint on the plaster job. Terrible job!!! 4) we were promised and paid for an under the kitchen sink heater which we never received. Called multiple times with no response. Lesson learned, will never use Tom Harrop again!!"

Mandy A on January 2025

At Harrop & Son Remodeling, we are family owned and operated in Johnston, Rhode Island. We are a full service additions and remodeling company with over 20 years experience in the home improvement trade we service both commercial and residential customers. We are committed to quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction. We strive to complete all jobs, large and small, with the utmost professionalism, while remaining within your budget and timeline. We look forward to working with you for all your home improvement needs! For a free estimate please call us today.

"He hired Tom Harrop to install kitchen cabinets and a heater under the kitchen sink, vinal flooring, plastering in a small area, add ceiling lighting and a shiplap ceiling. Once the work was done I asked Tom to do a walk through and he refused saying he stood behind his empoyees work. Here are the PROs and CONs. PROs: 1.) work was completed in a timely fashion 2) they did a beautiful job on the shiplap ceiling and lighting. CONs: 1) The brand new white cabinets had some nicks requiring paint touch up. 2) Terrible job on the floors! Uneven spots, lengths are uneven at the edges, gaps showing, no finish work. Terrible job!! 3) plastering looks like it wasn't even done! And there is some peeling of paint on the plaster job. Terrible job!!! 4) we were promised and paid for an under the kitchen sink heater which we never received. Called multiple times with no response. Lesson learned, will never use Tom Harrop again!!"

Mandy A on January 2025


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Owens Corning Basement Finishing System

4.83(
331
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Owens Corning Basement Finishing System

4.83(
331
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
155 local quotes requested
35 years of experience

Lux Renovations, LLC exclusive provider of the Owens Corning Basement Finishing System, has been serving New England homeowners since 2002. Our dedication to customer experience and satisfaction has won us Owens Corning's top customer service ranking nationally for the last 17 years in a row. Something like that doesn't happen by accident. We are committed to insuring that all of our customers describe their experience with us as "the best contractor experience I ever had". If you are considering a basement finishing project please allow us to show you how Owens Corning has changed the industry with this unique system. A free consultation and design is always available.

"Very happy with the basement. Work actually started 2-3 weeks earlier than expected. We were told the job would last about 4-5 weeks. Basement work was completed in about 4 weeks. Very professional. No worries about whether the plumber or electrician would be available. We discussed small changes to the layout (e.g., where the sink in the bathroom would be located) and everyone was very accommodating."

Thomas H on November 2025

Lux Renovations, LLC exclusive provider of the Owens Corning Basement Finishing System, has been serving New England homeowners since 2002. Our dedication to customer experience and satisfaction has won us Owens Corning's top customer service ranking nationally for the last 17 years in a row. Something like that doesn't happen by accident. We are committed to insuring that all of our customers describe their experience with us as "the best contractor experience I ever had". If you are considering a basement finishing project please allow us to show you how Owens Corning has changed the industry with this unique system. A free consultation and design is always available.

"Very happy with the basement. Work actually started 2-3 weeks earlier than expected. We were told the job would last about 4-5 weeks. Basement work was completed in about 4 weeks. Very professional. No worries about whether the plumber or electrician would be available. We discussed small changes to the layout (e.g., where the sink in the bathroom would be located) and everyone was very accommodating."

Thomas H on November 2025


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Affordable Constructions LLC

4.86(
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Affordable Constructions LLC

4.86(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
22 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

Affordable Constructions LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Very punctual and would work with me throughout the process. Explained everything they were doing and gave me updates about the project regularly."

Nickolas C on October 2025

Affordable Constructions LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Very punctual and would work with me throughout the process. Explained everything they were doing and gave me updates about the project regularly."

Nickolas C on October 2025


"Great! Does a great job, always!"

Christine C on March 2025

"Great! Does a great job, always!"

Christine C on March 2025


"Exceptional Brian did many extra and the job was completed fantastic. I am proud of the choice to hire. Our basement and kitchens are next. Pay the price. It will be $s well spent!"

Joe D on May 2024

We are a full service General Contractor servicing the RI area. We have good relationships with lots of different trade sub contractors. We specialize in home, bathroom, basement remodels/ renovations.

"Exceptional Brian did many extra and the job was completed fantastic. I am proud of the choice to hire. Our basement and kitchens are next. Pay the price. It will be $s well spent!"

Joe D on May 2024

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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

The most challenging part of finishing a basement is addressing moisture control. Basement waterproofing is an essential task that requires a professional’s skills and knowledge. If you don’t properly waterproof your finished basement, it’ll be vulnerable to dampness, water damage, and mold growth. Ensuring proper insulation and ventilation to combat these issues while meeting building codes adds complexity to your remodeling project.

For most basement remodels, you’ll want to hire a general contractor. This is for a number of reasons, but the main two are that general contractors have dedicated teams they are comfortable with, and hiring one means you only have to deal with one pro. You may also get a better project quote since they can lump all their work and subcontracting into a single quote. 

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.

If you don’t have a crawl space but have a partial basement you want to make deeper, you can expect to spend a little less—between $40,000 and $90,000 on average. However, if you’re not adding new finished square footage, you won’t see much in the way of ROI.

Professional remodelers streamline the process, manage permits, and handle renovations efficiently—significantly mitigating risk while maintaining standards.

The Cranston, RI homeowners’ guide to basement remodels

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