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Avatar for WIT Contracting
WIT Contracting
337 Pine St
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
WIT Contracting
337 Pine St
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
796 local quotes requested

W.I.T. Contracting, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. State Licenses Home Improvement Contractor #: 194838 EXP: 3/11/2026 Construction Supervisors #: CS-115488 EXP: 1/8/2027

"It went very well. Sam’s team was a great group of people to work with. Responsible, responsive, kind, and flexible."

Maline C on March 2025

W.I.T. Contracting, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. State Licenses Home Improvement Contractor #: 194838 EXP: 3/11/2026 Construction Supervisors #: CS-115488 EXP: 1/8/2027

"It went very well. Sam’s team was a great group of people to work with. Responsible, responsive, kind, and flexible."

Maline C on March 2025


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Wright Carpentry Corp
Serving Area
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Wright Carpentry Corp
Serving Area
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
1405 local quotes requested

Wright Carpentry Corp is a home improvement company in Massachusetts that offers a wide variety of services in and around the Brockton area. With more than a decade of experience in the industry, we are confident in the quality of our work. When you work with Wright Carpentry Corp, you can expect the owner always on the jobsite, treating your home as if it were his own. We are here to make your home beautiful with ease. With unmatched services at fair prices, you can trust Wright Carpentry Corp to provide you with the results you want.

"My wife and rate this company with 5 stars they do amazing job they are excellent and carry themselves with the utmost respect while performing their tasks! What I love about them most of all has to there prices they don’t take on project to get rich they take on projects to give you an excellent outcome on your needs and to me that is priceless! The Wright Carpentry is best company going I recommend them to all my love ones, friends, and co workers! I promise you if you hire this company for any challenges around the house you will get the best value out of the money spent! The Wright Carpentry Corp is 1# for me and my family hands down."

Dino S on December 2024

Wright Carpentry Corp is a home improvement company in Massachusetts that offers a wide variety of services in and around the Brockton area. With more than a decade of experience in the industry, we are confident in the quality of our work. When you work with Wright Carpentry Corp, you can expect the owner always on the jobsite, treating your home as if it were his own. We are here to make your home beautiful with ease. With unmatched services at fair prices, you can trust Wright Carpentry Corp to provide you with the results you want.

"My wife and rate this company with 5 stars they do amazing job they are excellent and carry themselves with the utmost respect while performing their tasks! What I love about them most of all has to there prices they don’t take on project to get rich they take on projects to give you an excellent outcome on your needs and to me that is priceless! The Wright Carpentry is best company going I recommend them to all my love ones, friends, and co workers! I promise you if you hire this company for any challenges around the house you will get the best value out of the money spent! The Wright Carpentry Corp is 1# for me and my family hands down."

Dino S on December 2024


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Anderson And Sons Home Solutions Inc
5 Lynxholm Ct
5.00(
6
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Anderson And Sons Home Solutions Inc
5 Lynxholm Ct
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
429 local quotes requested
13 years of experience

Anderson And Sons Home Solutions Inc is Cape Cod's premiere company for remodeling / roofing / siding / decks / interior and exterior painting, interior and exterior services. we are locally owned and operated and we strive to keep our local community beautiful and colorful! quality and friendly service is always guaranteed. Call us today for your next project needs!

"Excellent. Started the day after Christmas and worked steadily, including weekends and New Year’s Day(!) to get it done quickly. Very efficient, fair on price, and very good quality work. A pro!"

JULIE 265 Harbor Point Rd Cummuquid B on January 2025

Anderson And Sons Home Solutions Inc is Cape Cod's premiere company for remodeling / roofing / siding / decks / interior and exterior painting, interior and exterior services. we are locally owned and operated and we strive to keep our local community beautiful and colorful! quality and friendly service is always guaranteed. Call us today for your next project needs!

"Excellent. Started the day after Christmas and worked steadily, including weekends and New Year’s Day(!) to get it done quickly. Very efficient, fair on price, and very good quality work. A pro!"

JULIE 265 Harbor Point Rd Cummuquid B on January 2025


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Long Home Products
300 Myles Standish Blvd
2.65(
20
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Approved Pro
Long Home Products
300 Myles Standish Blvd
2.65(
20
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Approved Pro
6409 local quotes requested
80 years of experience

With over 70 years of experience in home improvement, Long Home Products is the industry-leading company you can trust to give you peace of mind. We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing, bathroom, window and door projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Ayden was very kind and insightful. I was happy to meet an incredible worker like that from Long Home."

Alayna L on April 2025

With over 70 years of experience in home improvement, Long Home Products is the industry-leading company you can trust to give you peace of mind. We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing, bathroom, window and door projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Ayden was very kind and insightful. I was happy to meet an incredible worker like that from Long Home."

Alayna L on April 2025


Avatar for Right Angle Carpentry
Right Angle Carpentry
5.00(
16
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Approved Pro
Right Angle Carpentry
5.00(
16
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
611 local quotes requested

We guarantee your satisfaction. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Great experience working with Jared and Marllon at Right Angle Carpentry. They responded promptly to my Angi request, setting up time the same day to scope the work. The price was fair we scheduled the work the next week. The showed up on time, work was done in the timeframe indicated and for the price agreed. The guys cleaned their work area as well. Super happy with their work and hope to use them again soon."

Darlene M on March 2025

We guarantee your satisfaction. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Great experience working with Jared and Marllon at Right Angle Carpentry. They responded promptly to my Angi request, setting up time the same day to scope the work. The price was fair we scheduled the work the next week. The showed up on time, work was done in the timeframe indicated and for the price agreed. The guys cleaned their work area as well. Super happy with their work and hope to use them again soon."

Darlene M on March 2025


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EAP Construction
3 Coopers Run
4.18(
11
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Approved Pro
EAP Construction
3 Coopers Run
4.18(
11
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
1126 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

I am a General contractor; licensed and insured. Please call today to schedual your free estimate today at 7813366138 . We specialize in small jobs all the way to total home builds from the ground up. No job is too big or too small! We also pride ourselves on fair prices for A+ work. Call or click to schedule your appointment today!

"Paul got the job done fast and right, and really went the extra mile to get our house back in one piece."

Jared D on November 2024

I am a General contractor; licensed and insured. Please call today to schedual your free estimate today at 7813366138 . We specialize in small jobs all the way to total home builds from the ground up. No job is too big or too small! We also pride ourselves on fair prices for A+ work. Call or click to schedule your appointment today!

"Paul got the job done fast and right, and really went the extra mile to get our house back in one piece."

Jared D on November 2024


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Lux Renovations LLC
60 Shawmut Rd
4.43(
119
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Approved Pro
Lux Renovations LLC
60 Shawmut Rd
4.43(
119
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
1682 local quotes requested
23 years of experience

Lux Renovations is the exclusive New England provider of the award winning Owens Corning Basement Finishing System. We have multiple full time crews waiting to help you with your project today. From Cape Cod and the Islands to Greenwich Connecticut, Framingham Massachusetts to Hampton New Hampshire and all points in between. We have helped thousands of homeowners transform their unused basements into warm, inviting spaces to be enjoyed by family and friends for decades to come. Finishing your basement not only adds value to your home but greatly increases functionality. Whether you’re looking for a workout room, an office, or an additional space to entertain, we can have your brand new space built and ready for use in just a few weeks, NOT months. Call to schedule an appointment to unlock the full potential of your basement. 800-639-3008

"Everything went very smoothly. The workers were prompt, efficient, and friendly. The quality of the work was excellent."

Selina W on February 2025

Lux Renovations is the exclusive New England provider of the award winning Owens Corning Basement Finishing System. We have multiple full time crews waiting to help you with your project today. From Cape Cod and the Islands to Greenwich Connecticut, Framingham Massachusetts to Hampton New Hampshire and all points in between. We have helped thousands of homeowners transform their unused basements into warm, inviting spaces to be enjoyed by family and friends for decades to come. Finishing your basement not only adds value to your home but greatly increases functionality. Whether you’re looking for a workout room, an office, or an additional space to entertain, we can have your brand new space built and ready for use in just a few weeks, NOT months. Call to schedule an appointment to unlock the full potential of your basement. 800-639-3008

"Everything went very smoothly. The workers were prompt, efficient, and friendly. The quality of the work was excellent."

Selina W on February 2025


Chaves Brothers Construction
P.O Box 139
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Chaves Brothers Construction
P.O Box 139
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
626 local quotes requested

Chaves Brothers Construction is a family owned and operated company since 1985, based in East Bridgewater.

"The service was excellent. The range was excellent and they were consistent. They showed up on time. They had a reasonable price."

Jean S on June 2021

Chaves Brothers Construction is a family owned and operated company since 1985, based in East Bridgewater.

"The service was excellent. The range was excellent and they were consistent. They showed up on time. They had a reasonable price."

Jean S on June 2021


Joal Construction
Located In:
4.83(
6
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Approved Pro
Joal Construction
Located In:
4.83(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1205 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


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Tejada's Remodeling Inc
5.00(
21
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Approved Pro
Tejada's Remodeling Inc
5.00(
21
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7896 local quotes requested

Good work guarantee. I love making our customer's happy

"These guys were absolutely amazing. Thank you guys so much for your hard work and helping us out."

Joseph P on May 2025

Good work guarantee. I love making our customer's happy

"These guys were absolutely amazing. Thank you guys so much for your hard work and helping us out."

Joseph P on May 2025

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Second story addition building services FAQs

Converting a vaulted ceiling into a second floor requires three to six months from planning to completion. The process begins with several weeks of design and engineering, followed by permit applications, which vary in processing time by location. 

Construction itself spans several months, including framing, systems installation, and finishing work. Weather conditions, contractor availability, and inspection schedules can all influence your project timeline.

Several factors could make your conversion challenging or impossible. Inadequate roof support structures, insufficient foundation capacity, or problematic truss configurations might require prohibitively expensive modifications. 

Some homes lack the minimum ceiling height (12 feet at the lowest point) needed for functional second-floor spaces. Building code restrictions in your area might also limit conversion possibilities, particularly in historic districts or homes with specific architectural designations.

Begin with professional assessments from both an architect and a structural engineer who will evaluate your home's specific characteristics. They'll examine existing framing, measure available headroom, assess load-bearing capacity, and identify potential obstacles like HVAC ducts or plumbing vents. 

These experts will also review local building codes to determine feasibility. Their preliminary analysis provides crucial information about structural requirements and potential limitations before you commit to the project.

Whether you'll need temporary housing depends on several factors, including the project's scope and your tolerance for construction disruption. Major structural work creates significant noise, dust, and potential utility interruptions that many families find challenging to live with. Safety concerns may also arise during certain construction phases. 

Some homeowners successfully remain by isolating the construction zone and establishing clear work schedules. Discuss living arrangements with your contractor early in the planning process to make informed decisions.

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