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Kenny Builders

5.00(
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Kenny Builders

5.00(
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 local quotes requested

General contractor, remodeling, new construction, fine custom building. All phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! Don't see your need on our list of services? Give us a call to further discuss your needs!

"Fearghal Kenny turned our 130-year-old Victorian attic into a beautiful living space with modern aesthetics and time-period sensibilities. He is a highly skilled craftsman with years of experience and a fantastic eye for detail. He managed his team of quality subcontractors beautifully. He was flexible, responded immediately to inquiries, and was respectful of requests. Our new living space, which includes a bathroom, is absolutely beautiful! We highly recommend Kenny Builders and plan to hire him for our next project."

carolyn n on August 2023

General contractor, remodeling, new construction, fine custom building. All phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! Don't see your need on our list of services? Give us a call to further discuss your needs!

"Fearghal Kenny turned our 130-year-old Victorian attic into a beautiful living space with modern aesthetics and time-period sensibilities. He is a highly skilled craftsman with years of experience and a fantastic eye for detail. He managed his team of quality subcontractors beautifully. He was flexible, responded immediately to inquiries, and was respectful of requests. Our new living space, which includes a bathroom, is absolutely beautiful! We highly recommend Kenny Builders and plan to hire him for our next project."

carolyn n on August 2023

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MMP Construction Inc

4.70(
191
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MMP Construction Inc

4.70(
191
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
192 local quotes requested
21 years of experience

At MMP Construction we pride ourselves on delivering great craftsmanship, and providing the best customer experience at competitive prices. From complete remodeling and additions, to snow removal and minor roof repairs we also specialize in 203k and home style loans, MMP Construction will complete the job in a timely and professional manner. We understand the investments our customers are making and we proactively provide updated timelines and information regarding the job, from start to finish.

"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."

Nathan S on November 2022

At MMP Construction we pride ourselves on delivering great craftsmanship, and providing the best customer experience at competitive prices. From complete remodeling and additions, to snow removal and minor roof repairs we also specialize in 203k and home style loans, MMP Construction will complete the job in a timely and professional manner. We understand the investments our customers are making and we proactively provide updated timelines and information regarding the job, from start to finish.

"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."

Nathan S on November 2022

Joal Construction

4.83(
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•Approved Pro

Joal Construction

4.83(
6
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
48 local quotes requested

In every home Joal Construction Corporation designs and builds, we try to create a truly one of a kind structure. We weave together the owners choices, personal style and dreams…truly custom, not customized. Our years of experience in design and building in this area gives us a true perspective on what the customer wants and expects. We spend a great deal of time each week researching what’s new and exciting. It’s the details and the service that make all the difference. Our homes and projects stand out, are different, are truly unique. Our customer service is second to none. If you are looking to build, remodel or add on, call us to experience the “Joal Construction” difference—You will be glad you did!

"His helper did a good job. Al came after job was done to check the work."

Joanie W on October 2024

In every home Joal Construction Corporation designs and builds, we try to create a truly one of a kind structure. We weave together the owners choices, personal style and dreams…truly custom, not customized. Our years of experience in design and building in this area gives us a true perspective on what the customer wants and expects. We spend a great deal of time each week researching what’s new and exciting. It’s the details and the service that make all the difference. Our homes and projects stand out, are different, are truly unique. Our customer service is second to none. If you are looking to build, remodel or add on, call us to experience the “Joal Construction” difference—You will be glad you did!

"His helper did a good job. Al came after job was done to check the work."

Joanie W on October 2024

Carroll Flooring & Remodeling

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Carroll Flooring & Remodeling

No reviews yet
27 years of experience

At Carroll Floorong we can handle any job, big or small. Commercial or residential. We offer customize tile design, and pattern that will make your project unique. We guarantee our craftsmanship for 5 years no questions asked.

At Carroll Floorong we can handle any job, big or small. Commercial or residential. We offer customize tile design, and pattern that will make your project unique. We guarantee our craftsmanship for 5 years no questions asked.

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Total Temperature Control

4.41(
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Total Temperature Control

4.41(
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Customers say: Super punctual
33 years of experience

Total Temperature Control, a complete, licensed HVAC contractor providing heating, cooling, and ventilation solutions for both residential and commercial clients in the Greater Boston area since 1990. We are dedicated to supplying high quality products and exceptional customer service which has earned us the Carrier President’s Award for 10 years. Our experienced team of engineers, HVAC technicians, plumbers, and electricians will design, install and maintain an HVAC system that meets your needs and your budget.

"not sure how there are so many good reviews. the company does not stand behind their work and 100% satisfaction means nothing. After a bad installation, where coolant leaked multiple times, air in the gas line, defective pump, cracked condensation pipes , leaking rain in unsealed roof exhaust, gaps in newly installed ductwork. They told me to find someone else to service the system after I left a bad review."

Maksim R on April 2022

Total Temperature Control, a complete, licensed HVAC contractor providing heating, cooling, and ventilation solutions for both residential and commercial clients in the Greater Boston area since 1990. We are dedicated to supplying high quality products and exceptional customer service which has earned us the Carrier President’s Award for 10 years. Our experienced team of engineers, HVAC technicians, plumbers, and electricians will design, install and maintain an HVAC system that meets your needs and your budget.

"not sure how there are so many good reviews. the company does not stand behind their work and 100% satisfaction means nothing. After a bad installation, where coolant leaked multiple times, air in the gas line, defective pump, cracked condensation pipes , leaking rain in unsealed roof exhaust, gaps in newly installed ductwork. They told me to find someone else to service the system after I left a bad review."

Maksim R on April 2022

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LB Special Projects

5.00(
6
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LB Special Projects

5.00(
6
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

LB Special Projects provides top quality service. Lio has more than 10 years of experience in the business and our expertise is what makes a difference, providing quality work on time and on budget. Our costumer is our priority and we would go above and beyond to make sure our clientele is satisfied, including working past business hours, weekends, and holidays. Our services includes but are not limited to: kitchen and bathroom renovations, exterior -such as siding and roofing (rubber, shingles), repairs, additios and extensions and much more. We are a full licensed and insured company who are able to provide top quality service combing with top quality material. Call us today to provide you a free quote in your next project! Let us take care of all the inspections and licenses needeed.

"LB Special Projects is an excellent company. I am very happy with the results of my project. They took over a kitchen and bath remodel that had been running for eight months. The toughest part of the job was correcting the work of the previous contractor. So much time, materials and money had been wasted and getting someone to come in behind another contractor is a real challenge. However, LB Special Projects sized up the effort, figured out what had to be done, estimated the work and did a fantastic job. They finished the job in what I think was record time. One of the many projects that they took care of, and that amazes me the most, was the floor patch in the kitchen. They managed to find the right sized planks to patch a 100-year old floor. They then refinished the entire first floor. It looks amazing. I'm very happy with the work and their professionalism and I will call them back for more projects. I highly recommend them."

Katrin S on May 2019

LB Special Projects provides top quality service. Lio has more than 10 years of experience in the business and our expertise is what makes a difference, providing quality work on time and on budget. Our costumer is our priority and we would go above and beyond to make sure our clientele is satisfied, including working past business hours, weekends, and holidays. Our services includes but are not limited to: kitchen and bathroom renovations, exterior -such as siding and roofing (rubber, shingles), repairs, additios and extensions and much more. We are a full licensed and insured company who are able to provide top quality service combing with top quality material. Call us today to provide you a free quote in your next project! Let us take care of all the inspections and licenses needeed.

"LB Special Projects is an excellent company. I am very happy with the results of my project. They took over a kitchen and bath remodel that had been running for eight months. The toughest part of the job was correcting the work of the previous contractor. So much time, materials and money had been wasted and getting someone to come in behind another contractor is a real challenge. However, LB Special Projects sized up the effort, figured out what had to be done, estimated the work and did a fantastic job. They finished the job in what I think was record time. One of the many projects that they took care of, and that amazes me the most, was the floor patch in the kitchen. They managed to find the right sized planks to patch a 100-year old floor. They then refinished the entire first floor. It looks amazing. I'm very happy with the work and their professionalism and I will call them back for more projects. I highly recommend them."

Katrin S on May 2019

Modern Structures, LLC

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Modern Structures, LLC

No reviews yet
25 years of experience

We have been in business since 2000 and have satisfied countless clients along the way.

We have been in business since 2000 and have satisfied countless clients along the way.

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Frangioso Granite,Inc.

4.90(
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Frangioso Granite,Inc.

4.90(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We specialize in custom stone fabrication and the installation of kitchens, bathrooms, fireplaces, and outdoor living spaces. Achieving the industry's highest customer satisfaction ratings & offering the widest selection of directly sourced materials are the cornerstones of our philosophy. Whether you're a homeowner, designer, builder, or architect, visit our stone design center and see the largest selection of natural stone, tiles, quartz, silestone , caesarstone, engineered stone, & green-build options in Boston area and beyond. Beyond the stone, we also offer a full selection of sinks, faucets and custom cabinets.

"Frangioso is simply the best. We had a tiny project; we were looking for a quartz remnant for a bathroom vanity countertop and they treated us as if we were purchasing ten times that amount. They went out of their way to meet us when they weren’t technically open, walked us through numerous remnants (they had a great selection) and perfectly installed the countertop. I’m a perfectionist and couldn’t find fault with anything. What amazing service and quality in craftsmanship."

Christina L on September 2019

We specialize in custom stone fabrication and the installation of kitchens, bathrooms, fireplaces, and outdoor living spaces. Achieving the industry's highest customer satisfaction ratings & offering the widest selection of directly sourced materials are the cornerstones of our philosophy. Whether you're a homeowner, designer, builder, or architect, visit our stone design center and see the largest selection of natural stone, tiles, quartz, silestone , caesarstone, engineered stone, & green-build options in Boston area and beyond. Beyond the stone, we also offer a full selection of sinks, faucets and custom cabinets.

"Frangioso is simply the best. We had a tiny project; we were looking for a quartz remnant for a bathroom vanity countertop and they treated us as if we were purchasing ten times that amount. They went out of their way to meet us when they weren’t technically open, walked us through numerous remnants (they had a great selection) and perfectly installed the countertop. I’m a perfectionist and couldn’t find fault with anything. What amazing service and quality in craftsmanship."

Christina L on September 2019

SAM ROSARIO CONSTRUCTION

3.60(
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SAM ROSARIO CONSTRUCTION

3.60(
5
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14 years of experience

Design / Build / Relationship company

"Sam Rosario Construction is NOT licensed, he's NOT insured, he is NOT an insurance expert and he doesn't offer any warranties. His contract doesn't meet Mass Law requirements. His crew is paid in cash and they aren't protected by Workman's Comp. Check for yourself at madpl.mylicense(dot)com/Verification/Search.aspx All you really need is his name, the following categories and "MA" to see that he is not licensed. "Builders License" "Construction Supervisor""

LAURIE R on January 2024

Design / Build / Relationship company

"Sam Rosario Construction is NOT licensed, he's NOT insured, he is NOT an insurance expert and he doesn't offer any warranties. His contract doesn't meet Mass Law requirements. His crew is paid in cash and they aren't protected by Workman's Comp. Check for yourself at madpl.mylicense(dot)com/Verification/Search.aspx All you really need is his name, the following categories and "MA" to see that he is not licensed. "Builders License" "Construction Supervisor""

LAURIE R on January 2024

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EBENEZER CONSTRUCTION

5.00(
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EBENEZER CONSTRUCTION

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Elias and his crew are superior builders with an impressive work ethic. The deck that they built exceeded our expectations. We will enjoy it for decades. Despite difficult work conditions, they continued until the end product met their high standards. We strongly recommend them for anyone seeking quality work."

Agnes C on June 2023

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Elias and his crew are superior builders with an impressive work ethic. The deck that they built exceeded our expectations. We will enjoy it for decades. Despite difficult work conditions, they continued until the end product met their high standards. We strongly recommend them for anyone seeking quality work."

Agnes C on June 2023

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FAQs for shelter or outbuilding building service projects in Boston, MA

A bomb shelter is an abode built to withstand disaster. Bomb shelters may refer to a space or bunker that can protect inhabitants through a hypothetical nuclear attack, apocalypse, or any other massive crisis. People usually build bomb shelters underground and stock them to live there a few days to a month at a time. Doomsday bunkers accommodate long-term living rather than just through a short crisis.

Builders construct bomb shelters with reinforced steel, box culvert, concrete, or other durable materials (but many professionals do not recommend shipping containers, as they’re not designed to live underground. If building underground, you’ll first have to excavate land before building the actual structure. You’ll have to implement air and water filtration systems, septic systems, and power supply.

It takes a lot of experience to safely and legally construct a bomb shelter, not to mention make sure it’s fit to live in for extended periods of time. It’s best to talk to a residential structural engineer near you for proper guidance.

The current standard filtration systems require filtering both air and water. For air, you’ll want an NBC filter system, which both domestic and international producers make. NBC stands for Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical, which filters out all three. If you’re only building your shelter for natural disasters, chemical attacks, and biological attacks, you may opt for the less expensive HEPA filter system. 

Water filtration requires the same level of care. You’ll likely want to have a large water storage capacity to survive short-term disasters. For long-term living, you’ll want to have a water filtration system.

Rising S bunker prices depend on the size, ranging anywhere from $20,000 to $9 million. Their least expensive model is 96 square feet while their most expensive model has a gym, swimming pool, hot tub, and bowling alley.

  • Mini: $45,500

  • Standard Bomb Shelter: $67,500–$109,500

  • Silver Leaf: $140,000–$182,500

  • Admiral: $180,000–$500,000

  • Xtreme: $450,000–$780,000

  • Xtreme Bunker Complex: $840,000–$1,830,000

  • Luxury Series: $3,800,000–$9,600,000

You almost always need a permit to build a bunker on land with any type of public utilities running through it. You’ll want to check with your local building code enforcement agency to see if this is the case for your area. 

Because you’re building a structural component that often requires electricity, water, and sewage services, you’ll need to apply for permits to attach these utilities to your new property. However, off-grid-only units in rural areas may not need all or any of the permitting you’d normally find in more urban settings.

To survive a nuclear blast, you’ll need to have your bunker at least three feet underground. However, it’s usually advisable to put it further underground. To survive a close strike, you’ll want to have the bunker at least 10 feet down and with five-foot thick reinforced concrete. However, knowing exactly how deep to build depends on the size of the blast you’re trying to avoid. Most bunkers don’t need to be more than 5 feet below the ground. 

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