We replaced our windows with Giovannucci Brothers and could not be happier. Every interaction with…read morethem was fabulous. After listening to the big window companies with their speech and absolute ridiculous pricing we chose Giovannucci. Extremely professional and knowledgeable team that worked well together. They left the property spotless. Do not hesitate to consider using them for your needs

We hired the Giovannucci brothers and their team to redo our Master Bath and we couldn't be happier…read morewith their work. The team rotated for various stages of the project: demo, reconstruction, carpentry, tile and finish work. They worked with our current plumber as we had determined that at the outset. Mike or Brian were on site at least once a day and they were always available to stop by if any issues popped up. The house was built in the 1920s and the bathroom was original to the house, so unexpected issues were inevitable, i.e. deteriorating pipes discovered when the walls came down. These bumps along the way were handled skillfully and effortlessly and they walked us thru their recommended solutions at every turn. The team was professional, knowledgeable, friendly & respectful. We were able to work from home without any interruptions or concerns. The work itself was top-notch as everyone on the team was skilled in many different areas. If a tile issue came up when the carpentry guys were on-site, they were able to seamlessly switch gears and solve the problem. They sought our input and kept us in the loop every step of the way. They offered suggestions and solutions that made us confident in our decision to use them for such a large project. They took care to finish every last detail and a few weeks after the bathroom was completed, Mike stopped by to fix an AC vent cover that got stuck in the shut position when re-installed. Little things like that is what sets them apart from other contractors we've worked with in the past. The Giovannucci Brothers communicated with us in a clear, straightforward manner so there were no surprises. We always go in to these types of projects with a bit of anxiety, but our concerns disappeared once construction began. We will be recommending Brian & Mike and their team to all our family and friends. Thanks, guys!

*Photos are of some areas after our "remodel" and some include work that was "fixed" by MLJ.* MLJ…read moreis the nightmare that we never asked for as first time home owners. We hired them for a downstairs remodel, ended up with mold in the shower that they built and had to have it torn out. Before that, we re-hired them for a partial upstairs remodel and it was the biggest lesson I have learned as an adult so far in what NOT to do. I truly didn't understand how wrong, illegal and just downright bad MLJ's work would be until I learned the hard way. MLJ did agree to pay for mold remediation, and we had to allow them to re-do the bathroom. It turns out, they never pulled permits and did not use a plumber when they did any of the plumbing (bathroom/kitchen) the first time. They did electrical work without permits, they touched some wiring when they re-did the bathroom and lied to the inspector. They should not be allowed to enter anyone's home. There were hundreds of other issues throughout the time we worked with them, and I think the photos speak for themselves.

We had a major home remodel project with MLJ and are very happy with the results. The project…read moreincluded tearing down load bearing walls, moving plumbing/electrical, installing a new kitchen, installing 2 bathrooms, building a new deck, taking down wall paper and painting every room, ceiling work, building a new stair railing and balusters, installing exterior doors and a few windows, and installing/refinishing floors throughout the house. MLJ was professional throughout the entire project and was thoughtful with communication regarding each step. They handled the building permits and also walked us through ordering certain items for the project. As with any project, there were minor hiccups that came up, but Marcio and Lourenco were able to troubleshoot and problem solve with us so that we came up with solutions we were happy with. Overall, the entire project was a success and our kitchen/bathrooms/deck are beautiful. The team's craftsmanship was top notch (we had a few speciality items in our kitchen such as our wood hood and island end panels that were custom). The precision on the tile work in our bathrooms was also very nice. Finally, MLJ was affordable given the extent of our project and we would recommend them to family and friends!

We renovated our home and added a substantial wrap around porch. We worked with an architect to…read moredesign the porch, and had a really hard time finding a contractor that was responsive and seemed to want the job. Leader was a little more expensive than some bids we got, but I honestly think when changing the face of your house, you get what you pay for. Leader dealt with the City, the permits, the architect, and managed every detail of the project. Lauren dealt with permits and the front end of the project (because I knew nothing when we started all this), and Kaitlyn (construction manager) managed all the contractors and worked with us to deal with contingencies as they arose. We replaced the windows and door on the front of the house. We excavated 14,000 pounds of concrete stairs (layered for over 100 years), we replaced the siding on the front. We had roofers and electricians to deal with. The carpenters that built the porch (Zenon!!!) were masterful and executed the architectural plans perfectly. The structure and roof were completed in 6 weeks start to finish. I appreciate how communicative Leader is, I appreciate how carefully and neatly their contractors worked, I appreciate that every single person who worked on our property was incredibly professional. We absolutely adore our porch. It looks like a totally different house. We couldn't be more pleased with the work of this excellent company.

We are doing our first remodel and called them to see if they are interested and can provide us an…read moreestimate. Apparently, before calling them, you need to know how much your construction project will cost. Since we didn't (gasp) and perhaps because our initial estimate was lower than their over the phone estimate, they didn't even bother offering to come out to give an estimate. I guess our money is not good enough for these people.

We recently bought a house and found we had some issues with the front porch roof taking in some…read morewater. We got the name of ICS from the previous owners as the people who did the roof initially. I called ICS and they send someone out to look within a few days. The person who came to take a look said they would have to send someone else to come take a look. That person never came. I've called ICS back a few times and left them a message. No one has ever answered the phone again or called back. I've moved on to another company at this point.

ICS did an outstanding job installing replacement siding on my house in 2018. Emanuel provided…read moreplenty of information and clarified every detail to set expectations and ensure an accurate estimate. Nick, the project manager, was attentive throughout the entire project, and easy to contact. He answered every question and came by as needed to check progress. His communication and attitude were excellent and he was a pleasure to deal with. All team members who installed the siding were friendly and great at what they did, and also helpfully answered my questions and let me know when anything needed my attention. When weather got in the way that winter, good communication kept the ball rolling. I really appreciate the way ICS handled my project and hope to deal with them again.

We have known Robert Leal, and his stellar team at Stealth, since 2006. Stealth has done many…read moreprojects for us over the years both big and small. Robert is quite personable, and will offer better and sometimes cheaper solutions for your housing woes and construction projects. He is a perfectionist and gets just as excited as you will about your renovation. Stealth recently created a home theater and guest suite out of my unfinished basement. I trusted them to handle everything including light fixtures and tile. I didn't have to make many decisions (however, he will happily let you choose everything if that's how you like to work). Robert is easy to find by text and email and very good at explaining costs. He delivered our finished project about three weeks ahead of schedule. I have recommended Stealth to many people who now consider them friends. Stealth may not be the lowest quote, but his price will always be honored. I love Stealth Construction!

I reached out to Stealth Construction back in October. I initially had a confirmed appointment for…read morethe beginning of November. The day prior to our appointment they called to reschedule to the end of November. I took time off from work to be home for the new appointment came, but unfortunately they never showed. They also never returned my voice message asking what happened. I guess they are not interested in new business and hence, do NOT recommend Stealth. Not worth the wasted time and effort.

Consummate professionals. Custom Contracting built a gorgeous kitchen for us. I've had other…read moreprofessionals comment on the high quality of the workmanship. We are very pleased. Good people all around !

This past summer, Custom Contracting did a huge amount of work on our house. They built a new deck,…read morerevamped our bedroom, remodelled two bathrooms and a kitchen, and did a lot of painting. We were very pleased with the outcome. I want to especially recognize the stellar work done by Bryan Lamoureux, head carpenter. For years, I had nightmares that the second floor of the house was going to collapse. When Bryan took the kitchen ceiling back to the bare joists, he found out that somebody had cut massive holes in those joists to run a pipe through them. This made the house structurally unsound. Bryan showed us the holes and proposed a solution to make the house sound. The "bounce" that we experienced while walking around on the second floor disappeared, and so did my nightmares. Bryan is a superb young carpenter with old-school knowledge and values. Thank you, Bryan! I also want to recognize kitchen designer Jane Scammon. We told her what we wanted, and she immediately drew up an inspired design proposal for us. We bought tiles and cabinets based on her design, and we love the new look. Thank you, Jane!

We just discovered a huge leak in our kitchen during a remodel as a result of a hack job done…read morefixing step flashing that a previous Home Depot subcontractor didn't install correctly. They left at least two holes in the side of the house and just caulked the layers underneath where other shingles should have been put. When I called, they claimed they new it wasn't right but there was nothing they could do. The Better business bureau will be hearing from us next.

We used Better Built Construction to replace our roof here in Somerville…read more The inspection of roof for estimate was very thorough and what was needed was explained in detail that we could understand. The estimate came way below the other 2 we got. We didn't go with them because if price.... but the initial inspection. The crew of 5 guys were amazing. They arrived at 8 and got right to work after setting up. No radios, no one smoking and no breaks till 12 noon. An hour tonthe minute they were back to work. We had an issue with wood roof members and I decided to re apply the entire roof with new wood. We weren't taken advantage of and still came below the other estimates. Clean up at 6 each night WS done in a manner you'd never really know they were there. When we needed the additional wood it arrived in time for the install. Job supervisor dropped the job twice each day. I would highly recommend Better Built for your home repairs and renovations

I have used this company for the renovation of my kitchen and bathroom. Despite snow storms, the…read morestaff were always there and the job (while it was the biggest home renovation job I have ever had done) was beautiful in the end. There were small delays and changes that I made that increased my price, but they were understanding and terrific to work with. I would recommend Paul Donelan to anyone!

I hired Donelan Contracting to put in hardwood floors, gut 2 bathrooms, update the kitchen and add…read morea walk-in closet in the master bedroom. Paul was great to work with. He's creative, was sensitive to the history of the building, really listens and actually returns calls quickly, usually within the hour! The floors are gorgeous, he made our tiny master bathroom into a small spa that functions well and feels twice a big. He also added a charming built-in cabinet for extra storage (his idea) and recessed lighting. My only regret is that we did not take "before" pictures. I would highly recommend him.