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Crystal General Contracting

4.95(
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Crystal General Contracting

4.95(
104
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
27 years of experience

Crystal General Contracting is a full-service general contracting company proudly serving the Greater Boston area. We specialize in residential and light commercial projects, offering a wide range of services including interior and exterior painting, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, finish carpentry, general renovations, patios, decks, and ongoing property maintenance. Our team is dedicated to quality craftsmanship, clear communication, and reliable service — from small repairs to full-scale remodels. We take pride in every project, ensuring that each space is built or improved with precision, care, and long-lasting results. Whether you’re updating a single room, remodeling a kitchen or bathroom, managing multiple units, or planning a complete renovation, Crystal General Contracting delivers professional results you can depend on.

"Leo and his crew were some of the most professional painters I have ever worked with. Leo is incredibly responsive and worked with our budget for a full exterior repaint of our house. His team is extremely detail oriented, conscientious, kind and beyond professional. They meticulously cleaned up everyday and were prompt with arriving and staying for the entire day. The job was completed in exactly the timeframe provided and we couldn't be happier with the final result. I would recommend Leo and his team to anyone looking for home improvements - they are outstanding!"

Heather F on November 2025

Crystal General Contracting is a full-service general contracting company proudly serving the Greater Boston area. We specialize in residential and light commercial projects, offering a wide range of services including interior and exterior painting, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, finish carpentry, general renovations, patios, decks, and ongoing property maintenance. Our team is dedicated to quality craftsmanship, clear communication, and reliable service — from small repairs to full-scale remodels. We take pride in every project, ensuring that each space is built or improved with precision, care, and long-lasting results. Whether you’re updating a single room, remodeling a kitchen or bathroom, managing multiple units, or planning a complete renovation, Crystal General Contracting delivers professional results you can depend on.

"Leo and his crew were some of the most professional painters I have ever worked with. Leo is incredibly responsive and worked with our budget for a full exterior repaint of our house. His team is extremely detail oriented, conscientious, kind and beyond professional. They meticulously cleaned up everyday and were prompt with arriving and staying for the entire day. The job was completed in exactly the timeframe provided and we couldn't be happier with the final result. I would recommend Leo and his team to anyone looking for home improvements - they are outstanding!"

Heather F on November 2025


John Repucci

4.80(
11
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John Repucci

4.80(
11
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

My business has been built on superior workmanship guaranteed. I guarantee my work for one full year. I base my workmanship on customer comments and satisfaction. Word of mouth is my best asset.

"We hired John to build our deck. He showed up to start the project exactly when he said he would. He puts in very long days & the quality of his work is extremely apparent. He always responds to our inquiries in a timely & friendly manner. We are more than pleased and would recommend him to others!"

Brenda R on May 2017

My business has been built on superior workmanship guaranteed. I guarantee my work for one full year. I base my workmanship on customer comments and satisfaction. Word of mouth is my best asset.

"We hired John to build our deck. He showed up to start the project exactly when he said he would. He puts in very long days & the quality of his work is extremely apparent. He always responds to our inquiries in a timely & friendly manner. We are more than pleased and would recommend him to others!"

Brenda R on May 2017


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ACQ Home Improvement

4.94(
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ACQ Home Improvement

4.94(
8
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Customers say: Quick response
26 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 20 yrs of experience, ACQ Home Improvement is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. In addition, we are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Jeremy and crew are professional, and expert at what they do. Very customer focused and back their work 100 percent. It was a pleasure working with them"

Curt C on March 2023

With over 20 yrs of experience, ACQ Home Improvement is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. In addition, we are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Jeremy and crew are professional, and expert at what they do. Very customer focused and back their work 100 percent. It was a pleasure working with them"

Curt C on March 2023


James Gibbs Carpentry

4.93(
7
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James Gibbs Carpentry

4.93(
7
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Customers say: Quick response
10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Hello, I am James Gibbs, sole proprietor of JG Carpentry. I have been building, repairing and renovating homes in Essex county for over 30 years. My primary goal is to satisfy my customer's needs and budget. I work alone, so I only take on smaller jobs as this allows me to focus on getting things done quickly and efficiently. I hold an unrestricted Construction Supervisor's License and Home Improvement Contractor license in MA and am fully insured. I am experienced in all aspects of residential construction, specializing in interior remodeling and custom built-in installation. I am willing to work with older homes, repairing ill-fitting doors and windows, squeaky stairs and floors, etc. I spent 6 years as a construction foreman in the film industry, and am always willing to take on creative or unusual projects. All my work is done in accordance with local building laws, and all jobs must have a contract signed by both parties before work can begin. No plumbing or electrical work.

"James had to remove some sections of rotten wood at the front entrance first and replace with new material before he could remove an old storm door and replace it with a new full view storm door with new hardware. The front entrance looks great and works great. I will call James for any work I have in and around my house as he does excellent work."

bernie b on November 2022

Hello, I am James Gibbs, sole proprietor of JG Carpentry. I have been building, repairing and renovating homes in Essex county for over 30 years. My primary goal is to satisfy my customer's needs and budget. I work alone, so I only take on smaller jobs as this allows me to focus on getting things done quickly and efficiently. I hold an unrestricted Construction Supervisor's License and Home Improvement Contractor license in MA and am fully insured. I am experienced in all aspects of residential construction, specializing in interior remodeling and custom built-in installation. I am willing to work with older homes, repairing ill-fitting doors and windows, squeaky stairs and floors, etc. I spent 6 years as a construction foreman in the film industry, and am always willing to take on creative or unusual projects. All my work is done in accordance with local building laws, and all jobs must have a contract signed by both parties before work can begin. No plumbing or electrical work.

"James had to remove some sections of rotten wood at the front entrance first and replace with new material before he could remove an old storm door and replace it with a new full view storm door with new hardware. The front entrance looks great and works great. I will call James for any work I have in and around my house as he does excellent work."

bernie b on November 2022


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JCN Construction

5.00(
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JCN Construction

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in remodeling services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Jose and his team are amazing. There team arrived on time, worked hard all day through the heat and stayed late. They finished ahead of schedule too. They were meticulous to all detail and ensured we were 100% satisfied before leaving. We are very happy with our new deck and JCN Construction."

Antonietta M on July 2024

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in remodeling services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Jose and his team are amazing. There team arrived on time, worked hard all day through the heat and stayed late. They finished ahead of schedule too. They were meticulous to all detail and ensured we were 100% satisfied before leaving. We are very happy with our new deck and JCN Construction."

Antonietta M on July 2024


"I have worked with Meadows construction in the past on a new 2 level deck and was very impressed with their workmanship and the crew. They are VERY hard workers. We needed a very large addition and kitchen/living area added and their work is great. We had a couple of issues come up because of the work an outside architect had done but Mike and I worked it out. His foreman is spot on and his crew are just wonderful to work with. He and his foreman were always a phone call away as I was away during construction. They had solutions when we had questions and followed through on them. On a project this large there are always bound to be things that come up but we always managed to come up with solutions. Mike, Brian, Otti and the rest of the crew, we thank you for making our plans come to fruition and doing a great job. He promised to be done in April and he came through on that promise. Looking forward to settling into our new spaces. thanks guys"

Sue M on April 2024

With 40 years of experience under our belt, we are your first choice for excellent customer satisfaction. We are locally owned and operated, and our professionals are always prompt, clean, and friendly every step of the way. Call us today for a free estimate!

"I have worked with Meadows construction in the past on a new 2 level deck and was very impressed with their workmanship and the crew. They are VERY hard workers. We needed a very large addition and kitchen/living area added and their work is great. We had a couple of issues come up because of the work an outside architect had done but Mike and I worked it out. His foreman is spot on and his crew are just wonderful to work with. He and his foreman were always a phone call away as I was away during construction. They had solutions when we had questions and followed through on them. On a project this large there are always bound to be things that come up but we always managed to come up with solutions. Mike, Brian, Otti and the rest of the crew, we thank you for making our plans come to fruition and doing a great job. He promised to be done in April and he came through on that promise. Looking forward to settling into our new spaces. thanks guys"

Sue M on April 2024


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RP General Services

4.92(
31
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RP General Services

4.92(
31
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
44 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

Here at RP General Services, we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality home improvement services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with.

"The team did a great job and the finished deck was perfect"

Nick S on February 2026

Here at RP General Services, we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality home improvement services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with.

"The team did a great job and the finished deck was perfect"

Nick S on February 2026


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Blackdog Builders, Inc.

4.80(
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Blackdog Builders, Inc.

4.80(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
9 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Is your home repair to-do list too much to handle on your own? Let the professionals at Blackdog Home Services help! Our team offers a wide range of home repair and maintenance services to keep Southern NH and Northeastern MA residents comfortable and happy. Whether your countertops need replacing or your drywall needs repair, you can depend on Blackdog to provide high-quality services for projects of any size. Life can get busy, and managing home services can be overwhelming — that’s why it’s best to trust home service professionals to handle the job. When your home requires repair, maintenance, or upgrades, you need Blackdog Home Services to get the job done right. With decades of industry experience, our team is uniquely capable of delivering long-lasting solutions personalized to fit each client’s specific needs.

"Chad and Heath were great, very dependable."

Ken B on January 2025

Is your home repair to-do list too much to handle on your own? Let the professionals at Blackdog Home Services help! Our team offers a wide range of home repair and maintenance services to keep Southern NH and Northeastern MA residents comfortable and happy. Whether your countertops need replacing or your drywall needs repair, you can depend on Blackdog to provide high-quality services for projects of any size. Life can get busy, and managing home services can be overwhelming — that’s why it’s best to trust home service professionals to handle the job. When your home requires repair, maintenance, or upgrades, you need Blackdog Home Services to get the job done right. With decades of industry experience, our team is uniquely capable of delivering long-lasting solutions personalized to fit each client’s specific needs.

"Chad and Heath were great, very dependable."

Ken B on January 2025


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D.A. Kinsella Company

4.39(
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D.A. Kinsella Company

4.39(
29
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Customers say: Quick response
21 local quotes requested
36 years of experience

d. a. kinsella company has been under the same creative management since 1990 and has completed hundreds of residential and commercial projects for private sector clients, including home and business owners, property managers, developers and local government. As an architectural firm, d. a. kinsella company offers architectural and construction management services, which include the preparation of: home and house plans, home designs, residential architecture, interior design and planning; construction plans and construction management services, cost estimates and construction management.

"From the very first meeting through the entire work they did they were very professional. I had a roof repair and other construction work done and I am very pleased with the quality of their work. I will definitely hire them agian and in the process of going over window replacement with them. Excellent job!"

John H on November 2021

d. a. kinsella company has been under the same creative management since 1990 and has completed hundreds of residential and commercial projects for private sector clients, including home and business owners, property managers, developers and local government. As an architectural firm, d. a. kinsella company offers architectural and construction management services, which include the preparation of: home and house plans, home designs, residential architecture, interior design and planning; construction plans and construction management services, cost estimates and construction management.

"From the very first meeting through the entire work they did they were very professional. I had a roof repair and other construction work done and I am very pleased with the quality of their work. I will definitely hire them agian and in the process of going over window replacement with them. Excellent job!"

John H on November 2021


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AR Home Renovation, Corp

5.00(
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AR Home Renovation, Corp

5.00(
80
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 years of experience

AR Home Renovations is your one stop for all home remodeling and repair services. Our mission is to make your home a great place to live. We are your Boston, MA home renovation ideas specialists, committed to completing your home repair or remodeling job with quality and expertise you can count on. We are dedicated to providing superior service for all your home projects, repairs and maintenance. We specialize in roofing, gutters, carpentry, painting, masonry and flooring repair and remodeling services. At AR Home Renovations you can count on quality construction, on time, and within your budget. To this end, almost all of our business is from referrals. 100% customer satisfaction is our goal. Whether you are looking for a simple fix-it up project or a complete turn-key solution we can help. Contact us for your free estimate on your residential and construction projects. Additional email - andre@arhomerenovations.com. Additional address - 29 Tileston St, Ste 2, Everett, MA 02149.

"Andre and his team have been absolutely brilliant, the work they did was fantastic, we really couldn’t have asked for better a quality finish of the remodelling we had done in our kitchen and living room. On top of that Andre is a lovely person to work with, very helpful, responsive, and patient even when I’ve been indecisive with particular fittings. I couldn’t recommend Andre and his team enough!"

Penny W on November 2022

AR Home Renovations is your one stop for all home remodeling and repair services. Our mission is to make your home a great place to live. We are your Boston, MA home renovation ideas specialists, committed to completing your home repair or remodeling job with quality and expertise you can count on. We are dedicated to providing superior service for all your home projects, repairs and maintenance. We specialize in roofing, gutters, carpentry, painting, masonry and flooring repair and remodeling services. At AR Home Renovations you can count on quality construction, on time, and within your budget. To this end, almost all of our business is from referrals. 100% customer satisfaction is our goal. Whether you are looking for a simple fix-it up project or a complete turn-key solution we can help. Contact us for your free estimate on your residential and construction projects. Additional email - andre@arhomerenovations.com. Additional address - 29 Tileston St, Ste 2, Everett, MA 02149.

"Andre and his team have been absolutely brilliant, the work they did was fantastic, we really couldn’t have asked for better a quality finish of the remodelling we had done in our kitchen and living room. On top of that Andre is a lovely person to work with, very helpful, responsive, and patient even when I’ve been indecisive with particular fittings. I couldn’t recommend Andre and his team enough!"

Penny W on November 2022

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FAQs for deck or porch projects in Ipswich, MA

To maximize your budget, compare quotes of several builders that fit within your specifications. Don’t be afraid to draw a wider geographic circle if the contractor is willing to travel without charging more. But affordability only matters if you get a quality deck out of it.

Cutting corners or simply finding the cheapest pro could result in significant problems. The materials used may be cheap and rot quickly. The support the surface provides might be unstable and dangerous. Always consider the long-term costs and benefits of quality work. Paying less upfront may actually be more expensive if you consider the cost of repairs.

Deciding on which materials you should use depends entirely on the type of deck you’re looking for. Composite works well for a simple surface exposed to harsh elements, while concrete is the standard choice for many patios. Your decking material options can range from wood to aluminum. Learn about the pros and cons of these materials to make the right decision.

You can build a deck during any season, which is why choosing the right time for this project depends on your preferences:

  • Spring: get your deck ready in time for landscaping and to enjoy it throughout the warmer seasons.

  • Summer: use spring for the planning process, then get the project ready before it gets cold out.

  • Fall: Limit turf or landscape damage by building once most plants begin to recede.

  • Winter: make the excavation process easier, thanks to cold and firm ground.

Many deck builders prefer winter, which is also the season with the shortest waiting queues. Still, other seasons are far from impossible for this type of project.

Expect a thorough examination of the space, and the development of a project schedule. Delivery of materials might already have occurred or could be planned at this point.

Additional research about working with deck builders can help you understand what to expect from experts, and what they expect from you.

Make sure the site of the deck or patio is clear of any landscaping and debris. The contractor will also call a utilities locator service to mark power, water, cable, and other services around the area where they will be digging. The cleaner the area your builder has to work with, the more quickly they can get started. Make sure they have space to park any construction vehicles. Find a dry space for materials that might need storage during the install. Finally, ensure clear access to the site through your house or property.

When it comes to the DIY vs. hire a pro decision for your deck, the answer tends to be clear. Only take it on yourself if you have significant expertise and experience. Without either, you risk building a faulty exterior space, leading to injury risks. Projects built without necessary expertise also break more quickly, making them more expensive in the long run.

If you do want to take on decking as a DIY project, be sure to do your research. Learn about installing the posts and footing for your framing. Understand how to lay decking boards and build the railings and stairs you need for access and security.

The Ipswich, MA homeowners’ guide to decks or porches

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.