We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of residential and commercial renovation and new construction services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! Ask us for a list of our references.
We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of residential and commercial renovation and new construction services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! Ask us for a list of our references.
We are a full service General Contracting Company who can manage your project from conception to completion. This includes design, permitting and construction. Athough we specialize in providing turn-key services, we can also be contracted to perform any trade service or scope or work. Jason Lajeunesse, owner of JDL Building & Remodeling of New England, LLC, is a second generation building contactor with over 10 years of general contracting and trade experience. This experience and our strong Estimating and Project Planning Skills allow us to deliver our projects on budget and schedule.
"If you are looking for someone who is really going to work with you then JDL is for you. Jason tries extremely hard to listen to all requests and plans you might have. I would call him again if we had another project going on."
James C w on August 2011
We are a full service General Contracting Company who can manage your project from conception to completion. This includes design, permitting and construction. Athough we specialize in providing turn-key services, we can also be contracted to perform any trade service or scope or work. Jason Lajeunesse, owner of JDL Building & Remodeling of New England, LLC, is a second generation building contactor with over 10 years of general contracting and trade experience. This experience and our strong Estimating and Project Planning Skills allow us to deliver our projects on budget and schedule.
"If you are looking for someone who is really going to work with you then JDL is for you. Jason tries extremely hard to listen to all requests and plans you might have. I would call him again if we had another project going on."
James C w on August 2011
Jim Yaratz Custom Carpentry has been in business since 1988, but their tradition of putting the customer first goes back generations. Owner Jim Yaratz has been working in this industry, side by side with his Dad, since he was old enough to hold a hammer. He learned by example to abide by the virtues of honesty, hard work, and the value of old-fashioned craftsmanship. We strive for quality, and we make sure the customer comes first. You can count on attention to every detail of your home. Jim works with you every step of the way, and willingly answers all questions. He personally works on every project and focuses on just one job at a time so you get his full attention. If you care about quality, durability, and a fair price, look to Jim Yaratz for all your remodeling and home improvement needs. We look forward to working with you! Sincerely--Jim Yaratz
"Jim and crew are reliable and knowledgeable. I agree with all that Dana C in Kensington shared. We hired Jim to close in a carport for an addition by seeing the work he was completing for Dana. I then had him remodel an old garage that needed a face lift. We now have Jim building a ranch home for us from the ground up. It is going just as well. If only the prices due to the economy were not so disappointing. Materials are through the roof as a result. Here hoping for some REAL change in 2025 !!!!"
Eileen P on October 2024
Jim Yaratz Custom Carpentry has been in business since 1988, but their tradition of putting the customer first goes back generations. Owner Jim Yaratz has been working in this industry, side by side with his Dad, since he was old enough to hold a hammer. He learned by example to abide by the virtues of honesty, hard work, and the value of old-fashioned craftsmanship. We strive for quality, and we make sure the customer comes first. You can count on attention to every detail of your home. Jim works with you every step of the way, and willingly answers all questions. He personally works on every project and focuses on just one job at a time so you get his full attention. If you care about quality, durability, and a fair price, look to Jim Yaratz for all your remodeling and home improvement needs. We look forward to working with you! Sincerely--Jim Yaratz
"Jim and crew are reliable and knowledgeable. I agree with all that Dana C in Kensington shared. We hired Jim to close in a carport for an addition by seeing the work he was completing for Dana. I then had him remodel an old garage that needed a face lift. We now have Jim building a ranch home for us from the ground up. It is going just as well. If only the prices due to the economy were not so disappointing. Materials are through the roof as a result. Here hoping for some REAL change in 2025 !!!!"
Eileen P on October 2024
HONEYCOMB CONSTRUCTION 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. HONEYCOMB CONSTRUCTION is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
"Honeycomb helped save our house. As they were replacing our deck, they discovered rot and quickly removed and replaced all the bad material. They also discovered that we had a termite infestation. The issue was in the structure of the house. They assured us everything would be fine and efficiently dispatched all the rot and talked us through next steps with detailed recommendations, involving other contractors. The additional charge to remove the rot was minimal and I would have gladly paid 10x for the security of having a safe house. And just look at how beautifully it turned out. The photos really don't do it justice, when you get to sit out there enjoying a coffee in the morning or actually having a family gathering. It is such a game changer meeting space. Also, and it might seem like a little thing, but its the details that matter. It was really hard for me to get on my deck as a physically handicapped person. Taylor made it easy for me to go outside alone. I love you guys 11/10"
Donna M on March 2025
HONEYCOMB CONSTRUCTION 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. HONEYCOMB CONSTRUCTION is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
"Honeycomb helped save our house. As they were replacing our deck, they discovered rot and quickly removed and replaced all the bad material. They also discovered that we had a termite infestation. The issue was in the structure of the house. They assured us everything would be fine and efficiently dispatched all the rot and talked us through next steps with detailed recommendations, involving other contractors. The additional charge to remove the rot was minimal and I would have gladly paid 10x for the security of having a safe house. And just look at how beautifully it turned out. The photos really don't do it justice, when you get to sit out there enjoying a coffee in the morning or actually having a family gathering. It is such a game changer meeting space. Also, and it might seem like a little thing, but its the details that matter. It was really hard for me to get on my deck as a physically handicapped person. Taylor made it easy for me to go outside alone. I love you guys 11/10"
Donna M on March 2025
We take great pride in offering the best possible experience with our expertise, quality, and customer service. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our clients; we make every effort to work and communicate with everyone in a professional manner. It is our mission to exceed our clients expectations by providing excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start of each project to its completion. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Dependable and easy to work with. He showed up at everyday and worked hard . I would definitely recommend him! Extremely happy with the finish product!"
Lisa M on July 2024
We take great pride in offering the best possible experience with our expertise, quality, and customer service. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our clients; we make every effort to work and communicate with everyone in a professional manner. It is our mission to exceed our clients expectations by providing excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start of each project to its completion. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Dependable and easy to work with. He showed up at everyday and worked hard . I would definitely recommend him! Extremely happy with the finish product!"
Lisa M on July 2024
Were a locally owned and operated company with over 30 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in additions and remodels, carpentry, siding, tile, painting, and a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We offer a one year guarantee on all jobs performed. Estimates are free and there are no up front costs to our home and business owners. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
Were a locally owned and operated company with over 30 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in additions and remodels, carpentry, siding, tile, painting, and a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We offer a one year guarantee on all jobs performed. Estimates are free and there are no up front costs to our home and business owners. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
At Tim McCusker Innovative Renovations, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the needs of all our clients. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, jobsite cleanliness, and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our clients, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Over 40 years of experience in all phases of construction. Count on us for complete home renovations, kitchen and bath renovations, home additions and dormers, custom built-ins and cabinets, interior and exterior trim, windows, doors and siding.
"I have owned my construction company in the Seacoast for 40 years and Tim is by far one of the more accomplished carpenters I have come across. He does first quality work with framing to finish work and has done custom cabinets for me that I could not be happier with. He is very reliable and always shows up on time and his cost are very competitive with the industry standards."
butch R on April 2025
At Tim McCusker Innovative Renovations, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the needs of all our clients. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, jobsite cleanliness, and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our clients, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Over 40 years of experience in all phases of construction. Count on us for complete home renovations, kitchen and bath renovations, home additions and dormers, custom built-ins and cabinets, interior and exterior trim, windows, doors and siding.
"I have owned my construction company in the Seacoast for 40 years and Tim is by far one of the more accomplished carpenters I have come across. He does first quality work with framing to finish work and has done custom cabinets for me that I could not be happier with. He is very reliable and always shows up on time and his cost are very competitive with the industry standards."
butch R on April 2025
With over 30 years of experience serving the Barrington area, B.G. Construction is your solution for all your home improvement needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed, there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed!
"BG Construction bid on several small jobs in December 2022, aware that work was expected to commence in March, 2023. Contract signed. Deposit required with installments paid on job completion. I would recommend setting â  service completed by dateâ  as part of contract. Jobs finally completed in December, 2023. Most work was sloppily done with little attention to detail and would need to be corrected. Last job with final payment will need to be totally re-done. Called contractor to report poor & incorrect workmanship that he needed to correct. Contractor said he would call back to schedule but now is ignoring my calls. So, contractor â  took the money and ranâ  . Totally unprofessional. I have pictures of his workmanship which confirm his total ineptitude in completing a job that he said he could do. Bill did not listen to me and argued with me, the home owner. I would not recommend this contractor at all."
Carol E on January 2024
With over 30 years of experience serving the Barrington area, B.G. Construction is your solution for all your home improvement needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed, there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed!
"BG Construction bid on several small jobs in December 2022, aware that work was expected to commence in March, 2023. Contract signed. Deposit required with installments paid on job completion. I would recommend setting â  service completed by dateâ  as part of contract. Jobs finally completed in December, 2023. Most work was sloppily done with little attention to detail and would need to be corrected. Last job with final payment will need to be totally re-done. Called contractor to report poor & incorrect workmanship that he needed to correct. Contractor said he would call back to schedule but now is ignoring my calls. So, contractor â  took the money and ranâ  . Totally unprofessional. I have pictures of his workmanship which confirm his total ineptitude in completing a job that he said he could do. Bill did not listen to me and argued with me, the home owner. I would not recommend this contractor at all."
Carol E on January 2024
Total Basement Finishing, A Blackdog Affiliate serves the Greater Lowell area of Massachusetts and New Hampshire with basement finishing and basement remodeling. Finishing your previously unused basement gives you additional space in your home and so much more. It offers you a rare opportunity to exploit your creative side through the design process. And ultimately, you will transform a dark, uninviting space into a room that adds value and comfort to your home, making it an integral part of your family’s daily life.
Total Basement Finishing, A Blackdog Affiliate serves the Greater Lowell area of Massachusetts and New Hampshire with basement finishing and basement remodeling. Finishing your previously unused basement gives you additional space in your home and so much more. It offers you a rare opportunity to exploit your creative side through the design process. And ultimately, you will transform a dark, uninviting space into a room that adds value and comfort to your home, making it an integral part of your family’s daily life.
Want your weekends back! We can help with all your projects large and small. Specializing in all phases of construction, full remodeling, repair & handyman work. Call us today for a free estimate. Now servicing southern New Hampshire and Northern Massachusetts
"John was excellent and I highly recommend him. He rebuilt our breezeway and installed a beautiful wood ceiling in our family room. In particular, John: - was immediately responsive to our request for a quote; -provided the quote when he said he would; - followed up and answered questions we had; - provided an additional quote based on changes we made; - started the project when he said he would; - showed up every day; - minimized any inconvenience to us while working; - worked neatly and cleaned up every day; - completed the project on time and on budget! Working with John was a very pleasant experience. He is friendly, courteous, professional and an excellent communicator. His mantra is to make the customer happy. He checked with us at each stage of the project to be sure we were pleased. He is very detailed oriented and his work product is top notch. We would, and plan to, use John for future projects."
Pamela Z on January 2025
Want your weekends back! We can help with all your projects large and small. Specializing in all phases of construction, full remodeling, repair & handyman work. Call us today for a free estimate. Now servicing southern New Hampshire and Northern Massachusetts
"John was excellent and I highly recommend him. He rebuilt our breezeway and installed a beautiful wood ceiling in our family room. In particular, John: - was immediately responsive to our request for a quote; -provided the quote when he said he would; - followed up and answered questions we had; - provided an additional quote based on changes we made; - started the project when he said he would; - showed up every day; - minimized any inconvenience to us while working; - worked neatly and cleaned up every day; - completed the project on time and on budget! Working with John was a very pleasant experience. He is friendly, courteous, professional and an excellent communicator. His mantra is to make the customer happy. He checked with us at each stage of the project to be sure we were pleased. He is very detailed oriented and his work product is top notch. We would, and plan to, use John for future projects."
Pamela Z on January 2025
Most ADU projects require several months from initial planning through final inspection. The timeline includes designing plans, securing permits, site preparation, construction, and finishing work.
Factors affecting duration include project complexity, contractor availability, weather conditions, and local permitting processes. Planning for potential delays due to material shortages or inspection scheduling is advisable when establishing your project timeline.
Homeowners can access various funding sources for ADU projects. Home equity loans and lines of credit leverage existing property value, while construction loans provide phased funding specifically for building projects. Some areas offer specialized ADU financing programs with favorable terms.
Personal loans might work for smaller conversions, though they often carry higher interest rates. Your financial situation, credit profile, and project scope will determine which option provides the most advantageous terms.
Adding an ADU often increases your property's assessed value, resulting in higher tax obligations. The specific impact varies by location, as assessment methods and tax rates differ between jurisdictions. Some areas offer temporary exemptions or gradual increases to ease the financial transition.
For accurate projections, consult your local tax assessor before beginning construction to understand how your specific project will affect future tax bills.
Short-term rental regulations vary dramatically between municipalities. Some jurisdictions permit vacation rentals with minimal restrictions, while others impose occupancy limits, licensing requirements, or outright prohibitions, particularly for ADUs. Many areas require owner occupancy of the primary residence when renting an ADU short-term.
Research your local ordinances thoroughly before planning rental income, as non-compliance penalties can be substantial.
The ADU construction process frequently encounters obstacles, including complex permitting requirements, unexpected site conditions requiring additional work, contractor scheduling difficulties, and budget management challenges. Many homeowners underestimate the complexity of coordinating multiple specialized trades.
Additionally, ensuring adequate privacy between the main residence and ADU while maintaining aesthetic cohesion requires careful planning. Thorough preparation and working with experienced professionals can help navigate these common pitfalls.
Identifying qualified ADU contractors requires targeted research. Begin by seeking recommendations from neighbors with completed ADU projects or contacting local builder associations for specialist referrals. Review contractors' portfolios specifically for ADU or small residential projects similar to your vision.
When interviewing potential candidates, assess their familiarity with local ADU regulations, ask about recent similar projects, and request contact information for past clients with comparable projects.