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Avatar for Gaby's Carpentry
Gaby's Carpentry
5.0(
88
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Gaby is the best. He installed kitchen cabinets for us. He is detailed, thorough, reliable and honest. His work is excellent and will definitely hire him again."
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
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+98

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Phalan Construction & The Handyman
4.8(
325
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I hired Bob to do repairs and renovation of a condo rental unit. He renovated the bathroom with new tiles, replacing bathroom rotten wood frame window with a vinyl frame, installing new light fixtures and repairing bathroom plumbing, repairing torn screens, as well as repainting interior walls and trim throughout the unit and installing new shades throughout. He also plastered water-damaged ceilings and cleaned and organized the basement storage area. On the exterior he replaced a rotted window frame and missing clapboards, then patched and painted the wall. Bob arrived early each day and worked diligently. Bob is a great problem solver and works with you to suggest ways to do repairs for the best outcome while keeping costs down. His work is high quality. I would definitely hire him again."
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Recent Basement Alteration
2
Recent Bathroom

+33

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Robert Pino
4.9(
92
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired Bob to fix an exterior door frame that had some rot in it. He was friendly, punctual, and honest about what I did and didn't need done. He came back himself to do the job within a week or so and also explained to me how to maintain the parts that didn't need his help right now. I would hire him again."
Response time4 hrs
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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DeVaux Home Improvement
4.8(
34
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mr DeVaux did an excellent job on the finish carpentry work, painting and staining on a stain glass window frame install in an existing wall. The mitered corners had no gaps. Even though the job requirements changed somewhat there were no additional charges. I plan to hire him again on additional projects."
REBUILD STAIRCASE
New treads , trim detail, polyurethane and painting
REBUILD STAIRCASE
REBUILD STAIRCASE
REBUILD STAIRCASE

+16

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Sharka Construction
4.9(
88
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"EXCELLENT SERVICE! Ari was amazing. He arrived on time during a giant snowstorm last week to install a washing machine and stayed until the job was done and cleaned up the site perfectly. Then he came back this week to install the dryer when I asked. I would hire him again in one second and would recommend him to all! He knows everything there is to know about all household construction, appliances, electric, you name it! Great personality, too."
Full Bath reno - Boston
Original bathroom
Kitchen re-design
Kitchen before
Bedroom accent wall detail

+9

Response time4 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Real Painting & Home Improvement
4.8(
99
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had last painted our house over 10 years ago and it was in dire need of carpentry work and exterior painting. I found it very easy to work with Real Painting from the start - they had solutions to all of our needs and the quote was detailed and easy to understand. The carpentry team was very skilled and their work exceeded my expectations for quality. The painting crew did an amazing job preparing the house for painting. They completely stripped the paint in most key areas and sanded the clapboards to perfection. Their attention to detail was immaculate - from caulking all to way to the finishing touches with our two-tone paint scheme. They also kept the site very clean. Everyone on the team was friendly, easy to talk to, and always showed that they cared for me as the customer. I am very happy with the work from Real - they delivered a great product at a reasonable price and within the expected timeframe."
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
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Additional Photos

+80

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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C P Construction and Carpentry
4.1(
47
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The value for money from C.P. Construction and Carpentry outstanding. Any issues that I had as they were doing the work they quickly rectified. I would definitely recommend them for any sort of remodeling work. We had a complete tear down and rebuild of two bathrooms, with the addition of a shower in one. Everything worked out well. They also tiled the floor in our kitchen and took care of some wall reconstruction in our laundry area."
close up view of tile job on shower
remodel a bathroom
remodel a bathroom
remodel a bathroom
bathroom

+20

Response time2 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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SR Enterprises LLC
4.8(
41
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired SR Enterprises to assemble a very complex electric standing desk and a bookshelf, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. RJ handled the entire process with care, efficiency, and great attention to detail. Even with all the wiring, components, and moving parts, he put everything together flawlessly and made sure everything was working perfectly before he wrapped up. My workspace looks fantastic, and the desk and bookshelf are solid, level, and exactly how they should be. I’m extremely happy with the end result and highly recommend SR Enterprises for any assembly projects!"
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel

+23

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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WS Builders Corp
4.1(
69
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"These guys are the hardest working crew Ive ever seen. Showed up every day at 7am and stayed until 7-8pm every night! I cant say enough about their work ethic. Wladimir was great to work with right from the initial site visit, to the quote, and right up through the finished product. It takes a lot to impress me when it comes to projects. I have high expectations of how things are built and the final results. Id rather have quality work over saving a buck. I had multiple contractors out and narrowed them down and eventually chose WS Builders because of my interactions with Wlad right from the start. Very personable, great guy and listened to what I actually wanted and didnt just yes me to death. He knew exactly what I was expecting from the start and his guys blew away my expectations. We had been saving up for years for a new deck and Wlad and his crew were able to deliver. He offered different products and didnt try to push me towards the more expensive options and let me choose what I wanted. (we went with Trex but he gave us other options as well) He was always quick to respond whenever I had a question or wanted something changed because I wanted it to look a very specific way etc. He was here the day the materials were delivered to make sure they were put exactly where I wanted. He was very careful to make sure that my yard had the least amount of damage as I told him from the start that was one of my concerns. We now have an absolutely beautiful deck that will last longer than my home with the way it was constructed. I wanted it over built and they delivered. If I ever needed more work done in the future, Wlad would be the first guy I call. If you are looking for a great company to work with I highly recommend WS Builders!"
Addition
Basement renovation
Roof Renovation
KITCHEN REMODELING
2 and 3 Floor Addition

+75

Response time10 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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FAQs for carpentry framing installation projects in Boston, MA

Professional contractors complete basement framing in three to five days, depending on the size and complexity of your space. Projects with simple, open layouts progress faster than those with multiple rooms and corners. DIY framers should expect the job to take significantly longer, potentially seven to 10 days or more, depending on experience level and available time. The timeline doesn't include other aspects of basement finishing like drywall installation, electrical work, or finishing touches, which extend the overall renovation schedule.

Most municipalities require building permits for basement framing projects. These permits cost between $1,200 and $2,000, ensuring your renovation meets local building codes for safety and structural integrity. Working without proper permits can result in penalties, forced removal of completed work, and complications when selling your home. Your local building department can provide specific information about permit requirements, inspection schedules, and any special considerations for basement renovations in your area.

For basement framing, use pressure-treated lumber for bottom plates (the horizontal boards that contact concrete floors) to prevent moisture damage and rot. Standard kiln-dried lumber is suitable for wall studs and top plates that don't directly contact concrete surfaces. The most common lumber dimension for basement wall framing is two-by-four, though some situations may call for two-by-six lumber to accommodate thicker insulation. Always check local building codes, as some jurisdictions have specific requirements for basement framing materials.

You can install drywall after framing is complete and inspected, but several important steps should happen first. Ensure any electrical, plumbing, or HVAC rough-ins are completed and inspected before closing up walls. Installing insulation between studs is highly recommended for temperature control and moisture management. Drywall installation adds an average of $3 to $4 per linear foot to your project, with painting costing an additional $2 to $6 per square foot. Address any moisture concerns before enclosing walls to prevent future damage and mold issues.

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