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Avatar for John T. Ambrose Home Improvement
John T. Ambrose Home Improvement
11 Estes St
5.00(
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John T. Ambrose Home Improvement
11 Estes St
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
51 local quotes requested

John T Ambrose Home Improvement & Repair is dedicated to providing clients throughout the North Shore with superior home repair and improvement services. You can trust us to treat your property with the utmost care and with 30+ years experience there is nothing we haven’t seen. Your home is where you should feel the most comfortable. Improving the quality of your home should be stress-free. If your outdated kitchen or broken-down plumbing fixtures make you dread spending time at home, turn to John T Ambrose. We provide home improvement services to the North Shore, surrounding areas such as Ipswich, Danvers, Topsfield, Boxford, Hamilton, Wenham, Gloucester, Essex, Andover. We can handle small home repairs to large scale additions so you can relax and know your next project is in good hands. With years of experience, we know how to improve your home by updating key areas such as kitchens, bathrooms, and master bedrooms. We use trusted brands to renovate your home and ensure your next project last’s a lifetime.

"We would absolutely recommend John Ambrose. Him and his team recently did a complete kitchen and mudroom remodel for us and we couldn't be happier. He had full transparency with the time the projects would take to complete, what materials would cost, and great communication with us the entire time. John exceeded our expectations in every way possible. We enjoyed working with him so much that my husband and I keep thinking of new projects we can have him do for us to help us complete our dream home!"

Amanda B on February 2023

John T Ambrose Home Improvement & Repair is dedicated to providing clients throughout the North Shore with superior home repair and improvement services. You can trust us to treat your property with the utmost care and with 30+ years experience there is nothing we haven’t seen. Your home is where you should feel the most comfortable. Improving the quality of your home should be stress-free. If your outdated kitchen or broken-down plumbing fixtures make you dread spending time at home, turn to John T Ambrose. We provide home improvement services to the North Shore, surrounding areas such as Ipswich, Danvers, Topsfield, Boxford, Hamilton, Wenham, Gloucester, Essex, Andover. We can handle small home repairs to large scale additions so you can relax and know your next project is in good hands. With years of experience, we know how to improve your home by updating key areas such as kitchens, bathrooms, and master bedrooms. We use trusted brands to renovate your home and ensure your next project last’s a lifetime.

"We would absolutely recommend John Ambrose. Him and his team recently did a complete kitchen and mudroom remodel for us and we couldn't be happier. He had full transparency with the time the projects would take to complete, what materials would cost, and great communication with us the entire time. John exceeded our expectations in every way possible. We enjoyed working with him so much that my husband and I keep thinking of new projects we can have him do for us to help us complete our dream home!"

Amanda B on February 2023


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Total Basement Finishing, a Blackdog Affiliate
7 Red Roof Ln
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Total Basement Finishing, a Blackdog Affiliate
7 Red Roof Ln
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor•
Approved Pro
86 local quotes requested
36 years of experience

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.


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Hernandez Landscaping
2.33(
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Hernandez Landscaping
2.33(
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1182 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

We focus on all kind of projects, big or small. We do your traditional Landscaping such as cut grass, trim bushes/trees, pull weeds. We also work on bigger projects like creating new back or front yards and patios, and all kind of cement work. We work all year around and do our best to give the customers the best affordable price out there. We shovel during the winters and paint all year around, as well as much more.

"We do not recommend Hernanadez Landscaping. After at least 3 requests to for a written estimate, including the night before the project (we had to call for the arrival time), it was never provided. Red Flags! Jerry claims he sent it via the Angi app, and that he isn't given any personal contact information. However, he had previously asked for and gotten my personal email. When he first came to give an oral estimate, we liked the crew and agreed that they would install a walkway that matched the pavers of a connecting walkway, remove some trees and a brush pile, and clean the patio. When they arrived to start, we were told they didn't have the matching pavers. When we spoke with Jerry on the phone, it seemed he wasn't entirely sure which job was ours. At this point we cancelled the walkway project but asked him to do the other part of the job. The next thing we knew, the crew was packing up to leave. Jerry took no responsibility for the problems. One star is for the nice crew."

Carolyn R on May 2025

We focus on all kind of projects, big or small. We do your traditional Landscaping such as cut grass, trim bushes/trees, pull weeds. We also work on bigger projects like creating new back or front yards and patios, and all kind of cement work. We work all year around and do our best to give the customers the best affordable price out there. We shovel during the winters and paint all year around, as well as much more.

"We do not recommend Hernanadez Landscaping. After at least 3 requests to for a written estimate, including the night before the project (we had to call for the arrival time), it was never provided. Red Flags! Jerry claims he sent it via the Angi app, and that he isn't given any personal contact information. However, he had previously asked for and gotten my personal email. When he first came to give an oral estimate, we liked the crew and agreed that they would install a walkway that matched the pavers of a connecting walkway, remove some trees and a brush pile, and clean the patio. When they arrived to start, we were told they didn't have the matching pavers. When we spoke with Jerry on the phone, it seemed he wasn't entirely sure which job was ours. At this point we cancelled the walkway project but asked him to do the other part of the job. The next thing we knew, the crew was packing up to leave. Jerry took no responsibility for the problems. One star is for the nice crew."

Carolyn R on May 2025


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Prodigy Contractors Inc
13 River ST
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Prodigy Contractors Inc
13 River ST
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
431 local quotes requested

Prodigy Contractors specializes in all types of services, including bathroom Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Exterior & Interior Painting, wall prep & repairs, Ceiling Painting, Cleaning, bathroom Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Clean-outs, concrete, Yard cleaning, Patios and many other things! Please call or click for your quote today!

"they did a very good job"

Abelardo M on January 2024

Prodigy Contractors specializes in all types of services, including bathroom Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Exterior & Interior Painting, wall prep & repairs, Ceiling Painting, Cleaning, bathroom Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Clean-outs, concrete, Yard cleaning, Patios and many other things! Please call or click for your quote today!

"they did a very good job"

Abelardo M on January 2024


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SL Carpentry Inc
11 Old Boston Rd
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SL Carpentry Inc
11 Old Boston Rd
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616 local quotes requested
8 years of experience

SL Carpentry is a company owned by 2 partners that after been working together for 4 years in construction, decided to open their own business. The company is 4 years old, but the partners have around 8 years of experience with construction. Currently SL carpentry is composed by the 2 owners plus 6 employees. We are carpenters that can help you with your remodeling needs. Finish basements, additions, kitchens, bath remodel, Decks and more. Let us work with you and show our commitment with our customers and our focus on always deliver a high quality work.

SL Carpentry is a company owned by 2 partners that after been working together for 4 years in construction, decided to open their own business. The company is 4 years old, but the partners have around 8 years of experience with construction. Currently SL carpentry is composed by the 2 owners plus 6 employees. We are carpenters that can help you with your remodeling needs. Finish basements, additions, kitchens, bath remodel, Decks and more. Let us work with you and show our commitment with our customers and our focus on always deliver a high quality work.


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Wizard of Boston
5.00(
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Wizard of Boston
5.00(
4
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

Family owned and operated construction company. Specialized in basement refinish and all types of construction services.

"10/10 recommend! Communication was excellent and their creative take on maximizing the space made the biggest difference! Looking forward to working with them again in the near future."

Tina U on October 2024

Family owned and operated construction company. Specialized in basement refinish and all types of construction services.

"10/10 recommend! Communication was excellent and their creative take on maximizing the space made the biggest difference! Looking forward to working with them again in the near future."

Tina U on October 2024


VCO Landscaping INC
Main St
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VCO Landscaping INC
Main St
5.00(
7
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
616 local quotes requested

VCO Landscaping is a full service landscaping company. We can help you design the landscape of your dreams. Whether you need a new walkway, garden or patio we have the skills to get the job done. We also provide regular maintenance for our contracted customers and are happy to take on new clients. CALL US TODAY FOR A FREE CONSULTATION (781) 808-1591

"Absolutely 💯% professional! The job was done on time, despite torrential rain storms. I highly recommend this company and it's work crew. The work crew was young, strong, and knowledgeable. They know what they are doing and they do it exceptionally well."

marie n on August 2024

VCO Landscaping is a full service landscaping company. We can help you design the landscape of your dreams. Whether you need a new walkway, garden or patio we have the skills to get the job done. We also provide regular maintenance for our contracted customers and are happy to take on new clients. CALL US TODAY FOR A FREE CONSULTATION (781) 808-1591

"Absolutely 💯% professional! The job was done on time, despite torrential rain storms. I highly recommend this company and it's work crew. The work crew was young, strong, and knowledgeable. They know what they are doing and they do it exceptionally well."

marie n on August 2024


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Veglia Remodeling LLC
33 Edward Ave
4.85(
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Veglia Remodeling LLC
33 Edward Ave
4.85(
252
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
1196 local quotes requested

Jeff Veglia Remodeling was established in 1987 offering full scale remodeling and tile services. This business was built on honesty, integrity, and quality to all clients. Our reputation is based on superior quality at a competitive price and most importantly we listen to our customers. We serve Massachusetts. Please email or call rather than Message Center on Angie's List.

"Jeff and his team did excellent work. The project was complicated by 1) hard demolition in older house, 2) leak discovered in adjoining bathroom. Jeff honored his quote, took on repairing the adjacent bathroom for a reasonable additional fee, and most importantly, did a great job building new floors and a new steam shower in the master bathroom. Jeff is exceptionally responsive (who knew such a thing was possible with a contractor), and his team were highly competent, very clean, and very pleasant. Project took longer than expected, but we weren't on deadline and the results are excellent. Would use him again, and recommend him."

Morris E on February 2020

Jeff Veglia Remodeling was established in 1987 offering full scale remodeling and tile services. This business was built on honesty, integrity, and quality to all clients. Our reputation is based on superior quality at a competitive price and most importantly we listen to our customers. We serve Massachusetts. Please email or call rather than Message Center on Angie's List.

"Jeff and his team did excellent work. The project was complicated by 1) hard demolition in older house, 2) leak discovered in adjoining bathroom. Jeff honored his quote, took on repairing the adjacent bathroom for a reasonable additional fee, and most importantly, did a great job building new floors and a new steam shower in the master bathroom. Jeff is exceptionally responsive (who knew such a thing was possible with a contractor), and his team were highly competent, very clean, and very pleasant. Project took longer than expected, but we weren't on deadline and the results are excellent. Would use him again, and recommend him."

Morris E on February 2020


Avatar for Brian Aucella Carpentry, Home Remodeling, & Maintenance
Brian Aucella Carpentry, Home Remodeling, & Maintenance
Orvis St.
4.68(
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Brian Aucella Carpentry, Home Remodeling, & Maintenance
Orvis St.
4.68(
19
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Customers say: Quality work
388 local quotes requested
44 years of experience

Brian Aucella Carpentry, Home Remodeling, & Maintenance is Fully Licensed, Insured, and BBB ACCREDITED! Finish carpenter with 25 plus years of experience. We handle all aspects of general home remodeling & maintenance! Delivering quality and value one job at a time! Specializing in Bathroom Remodeling, Tile, Floors, Carpentry, Woodworking & Fabrication, Finish Carpentry, Kitchen Remodeling, & Painting. Other Services Include: Contractors, Basement Remodeling, Custom Porticos, Decks, Deck Cleaning, Porches, Doors, Stairs, Drywall, Handyman Service, & Sunrooms.

"Brian is awesome. Our front stairs were literally falling apart and he rebuilt them beautifully. My favorite part about working with Brian is his guidance on materials and design and budget. He knows his stuff and made some really great recommendations. We are going to have him re-do the front entrance/door in the fall. I highly recommend using him for any carpentry project on your horizon."

Rachel D on June 2019

Brian Aucella Carpentry, Home Remodeling, & Maintenance is Fully Licensed, Insured, and BBB ACCREDITED! Finish carpenter with 25 plus years of experience. We handle all aspects of general home remodeling & maintenance! Delivering quality and value one job at a time! Specializing in Bathroom Remodeling, Tile, Floors, Carpentry, Woodworking & Fabrication, Finish Carpentry, Kitchen Remodeling, & Painting. Other Services Include: Contractors, Basement Remodeling, Custom Porticos, Decks, Deck Cleaning, Porches, Doors, Stairs, Drywall, Handyman Service, & Sunrooms.

"Brian is awesome. Our front stairs were literally falling apart and he rebuilt them beautifully. My favorite part about working with Brian is his guidance on materials and design and budget. He knows his stuff and made some really great recommendations. We are going to have him re-do the front entrance/door in the fall. I highly recommend using him for any carpentry project on your horizon."

Rachel D on June 2019


Perennial Landscaping
18 W Tapley Rd
5.00(
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Perennial Landscaping
18 W Tapley Rd
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
252 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Landscaping 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!

"We've had many incredible experiences with Perennial Landscaping and this last job was no different. Mike and his team are great to work with. They are effecient, communicate well and the work is top notch. We have more projects coming up in the fall and 2024 and plan to use Perennial again."

Courtney W on July 2023

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Landscaping 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!

"We've had many incredible experiences with Perennial Landscaping and this last job was no different. Mike and his team are great to work with. They are effecient, communicate well and the work is top notch. We have more projects coming up in the fall and 2024 and plan to use Perennial again."

Courtney W on July 2023

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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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