Hello, I'm Paul Paré. I specialize in guiding homebuyers and investors through every stage of the construction process, from designing and building new homes to managing large-scale residential property development projects. *** Paul Paré brings over 38 years of expertise in the construction industry, excelling in customer service, architectural design, and construction project management. His career journeyed from running a successful flooring store to becoming a general contractor specializing in custom homes and remodeling projects. In 2020, Paul founded The Smart House, LLC, combining his extensive experience with a passion for innovative design and property development. Paul manages the company by dividing his time between the office, working on-site with his crew, and directly supporting clients. Clients benefit from having one primary point of contact throughout the entire process - Paul (and his executive assistant, Nicole) - ensuring seamless communication and positive results. Known for his professionalism, approachable demeanor, and efficient systems, Paul consistently delivers exceptional results. *** Reach out to us today to schedule your FREE consultation to review and discuss your job.
"Disabled couple needed wheelchair ramp installed. The disabled couple couldn’t enter or exit their home due to unexpected physical limitations. Paul, Jose and the crew evaluated the situation and on a hot ? miserable day constructed a solid, sound wheelchair ramp within one day, a long day for the crew no doubt! The ramp is constructed so that the house will certainly fall apart before the ramp! The finished handrail was an added feature that Paul installed which made the finished project look very nice! I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Paul, Jose and the crew from The Smart House for your general construction needs! I’m definitely keeping Paul’s information at hand for future projects around my home. I’m confident that The Smart House team if possible, will go above and beyond for customers as they have for my family! Kudos to y’all at The Smart House! Thanks so much for your immediate response, professionalism and quality work! Chris & Family"
Chris M on July 2024
Hello, I'm Paul Paré. I specialize in guiding homebuyers and investors through every stage of the construction process, from designing and building new homes to managing large-scale residential property development projects. *** Paul Paré brings over 38 years of expertise in the construction industry, excelling in customer service, architectural design, and construction project management. His career journeyed from running a successful flooring store to becoming a general contractor specializing in custom homes and remodeling projects. In 2020, Paul founded The Smart House, LLC, combining his extensive experience with a passion for innovative design and property development. Paul manages the company by dividing his time between the office, working on-site with his crew, and directly supporting clients. Clients benefit from having one primary point of contact throughout the entire process - Paul (and his executive assistant, Nicole) - ensuring seamless communication and positive results. Known for his professionalism, approachable demeanor, and efficient systems, Paul consistently delivers exceptional results. *** Reach out to us today to schedule your FREE consultation to review and discuss your job.
"Disabled couple needed wheelchair ramp installed. The disabled couple couldn’t enter or exit their home due to unexpected physical limitations. Paul, Jose and the crew evaluated the situation and on a hot ? miserable day constructed a solid, sound wheelchair ramp within one day, a long day for the crew no doubt! The ramp is constructed so that the house will certainly fall apart before the ramp! The finished handrail was an added feature that Paul installed which made the finished project look very nice! I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Paul, Jose and the crew from The Smart House for your general construction needs! I’m definitely keeping Paul’s information at hand for future projects around my home. I’m confident that The Smart House team if possible, will go above and beyond for customers as they have for my family! Kudos to y’all at The Smart House! Thanks so much for your immediate response, professionalism and quality work! Chris & Family"
Chris M on July 2024
Our mission at Right Time Construction LLC is simple: to provide high-quality services for our customers. Our team goes above and beyond to cater to each project’s specific needs. Through open communication and exceptional service, we hope you’ll find what you’re looking for with our Construction Company. For more information or general inquiries, get in touch today.
"Extremely good communication. Was clear on expectations and ent above and beyond expectations. Will definitely be a go to in the future. The work that was done was truly immaculate and priced fairly. They're doing very honest work at a great price."
Eric G on January 2024
Our mission at Right Time Construction LLC is simple: to provide high-quality services for our customers. Our team goes above and beyond to cater to each project’s specific needs. Through open communication and exceptional service, we hope you’ll find what you’re looking for with our Construction Company. For more information or general inquiries, get in touch today.
"Extremely good communication. Was clear on expectations and ent above and beyond expectations. Will definitely be a go to in the future. The work that was done was truly immaculate and priced fairly. They're doing very honest work at a great price."
Eric G on January 2024
Call us Today!!! With over 100 years of combined experience D & R Construction offers a wide range of residential and commercial services. Our focus is on client satisfaction and providing high quality work at a fair and affordable price. Many construction companies have a set hierarchy where owners, project managers, and employees each fall within their respective category. Here at D&R we challenge that hierarchy set up. The owner gets just as dirty as the laborer, and the carpenter gets to know the client just as well as the owner. At D&R we all work together to be the BEST decision a homeowner ever made! We look forward to earning your business.
"In 2021, I hired Eric to fix a water leak in my basement. I paid approximately $8000. Three months after the work was done, there was leaking again. He came over and told me that this was a different leak. After I saved up enough money, I was referred to an expert in basement leaks/foundations. He came over and completed the work. When he was doing the work, he proactively asked me who did the work previously. He said he was clearly not done by someone with knowledge of foundations. I have tried to resolve with Eric. At a minimum, I deserve a refund"
Saroja L on November 2024
Call us Today!!! With over 100 years of combined experience D & R Construction offers a wide range of residential and commercial services. Our focus is on client satisfaction and providing high quality work at a fair and affordable price. Many construction companies have a set hierarchy where owners, project managers, and employees each fall within their respective category. Here at D&R we challenge that hierarchy set up. The owner gets just as dirty as the laborer, and the carpenter gets to know the client just as well as the owner. At D&R we all work together to be the BEST decision a homeowner ever made! We look forward to earning your business.
"In 2021, I hired Eric to fix a water leak in my basement. I paid approximately $8000. Three months after the work was done, there was leaking again. He came over and told me that this was a different leak. After I saved up enough money, I was referred to an expert in basement leaks/foundations. He came over and completed the work. When he was doing the work, he proactively asked me who did the work previously. He said he was clearly not done by someone with knowledge of foundations. I have tried to resolve with Eric. At a minimum, I deserve a refund"
Saroja L on November 2024
Proudly Serving Residential & Commercial Customers Throughout MetroWest MA, South Boston & Portion of Worcester Areas. Affordable cost cleaning carpets, rugs, upholstery, tile, grout, janitorial services and power wash over 23 years of experience. Our customer satisfaction is our number-one priority and our outstanding reviews are proof that when it comes to value and quality, Radiant is the best choice. Our experience and state of the art equipment ensures that you receive the finest in value and quality for all your cleaning needs. Our services depend on repeat and referral business, so we do everything possible to make sure you will call us again and tell your friends what a great job we did! We are not a franchise and we are fully insured and bonded for your home or office's protection.
"I received an immediate email followed quickly by a telephone call.Discussed job with Sidney who scheduled me for the following week per my request. Texted me in advance of arrival time within the original time frame. Followed all Covid-19 precautions, consulted with me again regarding areas to clean then went to work. Pretreated any areas of concern then did deep steam cleaning of the rugs/ carpets. Excellent job, rugs look great. I recommended him to my neighbor who then booked his service."
Connie B on September 2020
Proudly Serving Residential & Commercial Customers Throughout MetroWest MA, South Boston & Portion of Worcester Areas. Affordable cost cleaning carpets, rugs, upholstery, tile, grout, janitorial services and power wash over 23 years of experience. Our customer satisfaction is our number-one priority and our outstanding reviews are proof that when it comes to value and quality, Radiant is the best choice. Our experience and state of the art equipment ensures that you receive the finest in value and quality for all your cleaning needs. Our services depend on repeat and referral business, so we do everything possible to make sure you will call us again and tell your friends what a great job we did! We are not a franchise and we are fully insured and bonded for your home or office's protection.
"I received an immediate email followed quickly by a telephone call.Discussed job with Sidney who scheduled me for the following week per my request. Texted me in advance of arrival time within the original time frame. Followed all Covid-19 precautions, consulted with me again regarding areas to clean then went to work. Pretreated any areas of concern then did deep steam cleaning of the rugs/ carpets. Excellent job, rugs look great. I recommended him to my neighbor who then booked his service."
Connie B on September 2020
Expert tile, stone, marble, glass installations onto back-splashes, tub-surrounds, fire-places, all walls and floors, and floor-tile grout restoration. We also do shower-grouts, water-proofing and repairs. No sub-contractors will be coming into your house; all work performed by me. 32 years exp
"Ryan is a rockstar and did an excellent job repairing the cracked grout in our bathrooms, repairing a broken tile, cleaning the tiles, and sealing along our counter backsplash. He also did a great job communicating with me for the estimate and the work in addition to arriving right on time for both of those appointments. I would easily recommend hiring him and plan to use his services again for anything related to our tilework that comes up in the future."
Marcus B on January 2025
Expert tile, stone, marble, glass installations onto back-splashes, tub-surrounds, fire-places, all walls and floors, and floor-tile grout restoration. We also do shower-grouts, water-proofing and repairs. No sub-contractors will be coming into your house; all work performed by me. 32 years exp
"Ryan is a rockstar and did an excellent job repairing the cracked grout in our bathrooms, repairing a broken tile, cleaning the tiles, and sealing along our counter backsplash. He also did a great job communicating with me for the estimate and the work in addition to arriving right on time for both of those appointments. I would easily recommend hiring him and plan to use his services again for anything related to our tilework that comes up in the future."
Marcus B on January 2025
B & D House of Carpets Inc is a family business that has been servicing most of the entire Mass. area for over 45 years! We offer quality products and honest, dependable craftsmanship. You will always find B & D House of Carpets Inc prompt and courteous. Saturdays we are open by appointment only in the mornings. Additional email - debbie@banddcarpets.com.
"From the moment we walked into the store, Team B+D was amazing. Awesome design support, total pro measurement, and flawless installation. We cannot be happier. They transformed our room! We are onto our next floor project and WILL BE BACK to team B&D Carpet."
Lori M on February 2022
B & D House of Carpets Inc is a family business that has been servicing most of the entire Mass. area for over 45 years! We offer quality products and honest, dependable craftsmanship. You will always find B & D House of Carpets Inc prompt and courteous. Saturdays we are open by appointment only in the mornings. Additional email - debbie@banddcarpets.com.
"From the moment we walked into the store, Team B+D was amazing. Awesome design support, total pro measurement, and flawless installation. We cannot be happier. They transformed our room! We are onto our next floor project and WILL BE BACK to team B&D Carpet."
Lori M on February 2022
Miracle Method has an over 32 year reputation for quality, durability and customer service. The Miracle Method technical training teaches the details that set Miracle Method apart from other refinishers. Technicians are insured professionals, not part timers or contract laborers. Only Miracle Method uses our propietary chemical bonding agent to insure a durable finish and provide a five year warranty. Miracle Method will not introduce harsh chemicals into a home or business. We use only the highest quality materials available.
"Great experience"
Peter C on January 2024
Miracle Method has an over 32 year reputation for quality, durability and customer service. The Miracle Method technical training teaches the details that set Miracle Method apart from other refinishers. Technicians are insured professionals, not part timers or contract laborers. Only Miracle Method uses our propietary chemical bonding agent to insure a durable finish and provide a five year warranty. Miracle Method will not introduce harsh chemicals into a home or business. We use only the highest quality materials available.
"Great experience"
Peter C on January 2024
Welcome to Express Marble & Granite. We've been serving the New England area, specially Massachusetts. We provide countertops and fireplace fabrication and installation for residential and commercial builders, remodelers, and individual homeowners. With over 18 years of combined business experience, we at Express Marble & Granite believe that producing high quality products is a top priority. In order to achieve this goal we have employed a highly trained staff, developed an efficient system, and have invested in state of the art equipment. We have gained the experience to produce highest quality finishes. In order to control the quality of our product, all our fabrication is done in house. We purchase our slabs from local distributors which enable our customers to select from hundreds slabs at various locations and enable us to be selective in the material we accept. We also import stones providing the best price and quality only Express Marble & Granite can offer.
"fantastic job. I love my granite countertop. Having an additional bar area done. AJ was fantastic. Great communicator made the process much easier than it. Could've been highly recommend them."
Tracy K on May 2023
Welcome to Express Marble & Granite. We've been serving the New England area, specially Massachusetts. We provide countertops and fireplace fabrication and installation for residential and commercial builders, remodelers, and individual homeowners. With over 18 years of combined business experience, we at Express Marble & Granite believe that producing high quality products is a top priority. In order to achieve this goal we have employed a highly trained staff, developed an efficient system, and have invested in state of the art equipment. We have gained the experience to produce highest quality finishes. In order to control the quality of our product, all our fabrication is done in house. We purchase our slabs from local distributors which enable our customers to select from hundreds slabs at various locations and enable us to be selective in the material we accept. We also import stones providing the best price and quality only Express Marble & Granite can offer.
"fantastic job. I love my granite countertop. Having an additional bar area done. AJ was fantastic. Great communicator made the process much easier than it. Could've been highly recommend them."
Tracy K on May 2023
Onyx Marble & Granite is a small family business, it is very important for us to have satisfied customers. Top Quality and Great Customer Services Are Our Priorities. We serve the entire Massachusetts state including the islands. Dear Valued Customers, We appreciate all the safe healthy concerns and actions that the government and all its agencies are taking in order to resolve this COVID-19 crisis. As a building industry supplier, Onyx Marble & Granite is an essential service for the housing and commercial construction industry and it is allowed to continue its operation. While our showroom will by appointment only , we will continue to provide our quality customer service remotely by taking all orders via email, and then coordinate templates and/or installations. We take the health and safety of our employees and customers very seriously and continue to follow CDC recommendations, such as frequently sanitizing our showrooms, warehouses, and all common areas. In addition, our employees continue to adhere to a protocol of frequent hand-washing, respiratory etiquette, and safe social distancing. Please contact us with any other inquires or concerns you may have. Here are the emails you can use to contact us: jose@onyxgranite.com poliana@onyxgranite.com
"They have been great with the estimate process so far."
Rob C on March 2021
Onyx Marble & Granite is a small family business, it is very important for us to have satisfied customers. Top Quality and Great Customer Services Are Our Priorities. We serve the entire Massachusetts state including the islands. Dear Valued Customers, We appreciate all the safe healthy concerns and actions that the government and all its agencies are taking in order to resolve this COVID-19 crisis. As a building industry supplier, Onyx Marble & Granite is an essential service for the housing and commercial construction industry and it is allowed to continue its operation. While our showroom will by appointment only , we will continue to provide our quality customer service remotely by taking all orders via email, and then coordinate templates and/or installations. We take the health and safety of our employees and customers very seriously and continue to follow CDC recommendations, such as frequently sanitizing our showrooms, warehouses, and all common areas. In addition, our employees continue to adhere to a protocol of frequent hand-washing, respiratory etiquette, and safe social distancing. Please contact us with any other inquires or concerns you may have. Here are the emails you can use to contact us: jose@onyxgranite.com poliana@onyxgranite.com
"They have been great with the estimate process so far."
Rob C on March 2021
We specialize in hardwood, carpet, vinyl and laminate flooring. I do clean floors as well. We are a young growing business but are very motivated too meet all your needs. Also we have the best deals on installation. FREE estimates within the first 40 mile radius of our office.
"Wonderful, meticulous, beautiful though all job done! We were very happy! The Huffs"
darrell h on June 2025
We specialize in hardwood, carpet, vinyl and laminate flooring. I do clean floors as well. We are a young growing business but are very motivated too meet all your needs. Also we have the best deals on installation. FREE estimates within the first 40 mile radius of our office.
"Wonderful, meticulous, beautiful though all job done! We were very happy! The Huffs"
darrell h on June 2025
Both materials work well, so start by thinking about foot traffic and budget. Porcelain is denser and absorbs less water, so it’s ideal for busy entries, kitchens, and baths—even if it costs a little more.
Ceramic is lighter, easier to cut, and comes in a wider range of styles, making it a solid pick for walls or light-use floors. Match the tile’s durability rating to the space, and you’ll get the best balance of looks, performance, and price.
A solid subfloor starts with a flat, crack-free surface. Your installer will level any low spots, reinforce weak areas, and screw down fiber-cement backer board or quality plywood before setting tile.
Skipping this step invites movement, cracked grout, and even water damage—issues that are far pricier than prep work. Hire a pro to get the base right, and your new tile will look sharp and stay put for years.
Give the thin-set 24 to 48 hours to cure before you start grouting. Rushing the process can nudge tiles out of place, weaken the bond, and create cracks you’ll have to fix later. Keep foot traffic off the area until you’re ready to grout, and you’ll lock in a strong, even finish that lasts.
Tile size changes the workload. Large-format pieces mean fewer grout lines and faster coverage, but they’re heavier and need careful handling to avoid breakage and lippage. Small mosaics create intricate looks yet take more time to set and space correctly, so labor costs climb. Weigh your style goals against the extra effort (and budget) each option requires before you decide.
You can leave tiles ungrouted for a short window, but only if the surface stays clean and undisturbed. Once the thin-set cures, finish the job as soon as possible. Grout seals joints against moisture and locks the layout in place; waiting too long invites dirt, water, and movement that can shorten the life of your new surface.
Use at least two millimeter spacers on walls and three millimeter spacers on floors to give grout room to bond and absorb normal expansion. Larger, rustic tiles may call for wider joints, while precision-cut porcelain often looks best with tighter gaps. Follow the manufacturer’s guidelines and local code, and you’ll end up with an even, long-lasting layout.