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Sean Scott & Sons

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Sean Scott & Sons

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50 years of experience

Professional home repair services in Merrimac, MA. Call today for a free estimate!

Professional home repair services in Merrimac, MA. Call today for a free estimate!

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Lampin Corporation

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Lampin Corporation

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64 years of experience

Lampin is the critical component manufacturing expert. Our value engineering approach ensures that design, materials and process combine to provide the best value in the industry.

Lampin is the critical component manufacturing expert. Our value engineering approach ensures that design, materials and process combine to provide the best value in the industry.

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STS Construction, LLC

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STS Construction, LLC

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9 years of experience

STS Construction, LLC specializes in general construction for your home or business. With over 20 years of experience in construction and project management, we are ready to serve you with professionalism and excellent work.

"Took over 1.5 years after start date. He only brought 1 employee to do work and left my half bathroom unfinished. Rude unprofessional hack and I really hope no one would hire him and his one helper."

Brett G on February 2021

STS Construction, LLC specializes in general construction for your home or business. With over 20 years of experience in construction and project management, we are ready to serve you with professionalism and excellent work.

"Took over 1.5 years after start date. He only brought 1 employee to do work and left my half bathroom unfinished. Rude unprofessional hack and I really hope no one would hire him and his one helper."

Brett G on February 2021

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HomeWorks Energy

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HomeWorks Energy

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Customers say: Terrific value
18 years of experience

We provide no-cost home energy efficiency assessments to determine the efficiency of your homes energy efficiency. We will then create a report on-site and explain the recommendations and rebates we offer through the Mass Save program.

"I would NEVER recommend this company. They should not be representing Mass Save. The person that came to my house lied about everything he told me. Then the insulation people messed up my sprinkler system installing insulation in my cellar. The prices I was quoted for a hybrid hot water heater were completely out of line, by thousands of dollars. The information I was given regarding mini splits was totally incorrect. I repeat do not have this company come to your house!!"

Martha G on May 2025

We provide no-cost home energy efficiency assessments to determine the efficiency of your homes energy efficiency. We will then create a report on-site and explain the recommendations and rebates we offer through the Mass Save program.

"I would NEVER recommend this company. They should not be representing Mass Save. The person that came to my house lied about everything he told me. Then the insulation people messed up my sprinkler system installing insulation in my cellar. The prices I was quoted for a hybrid hot water heater were completely out of line, by thousands of dollars. The information I was given regarding mini splits was totally incorrect. I repeat do not have this company come to your house!!"

Martha G on May 2025

ATLANTIC POWER & DESIGN

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ATLANTIC POWER & DESIGN

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30 years of experience

Atlantic Power & Design has been providing professional electrical installations since 1996. The company has evolved into a full service electrical and general contracting business to offer our customers the most convenient and efficient way to meet all of your needs.

Atlantic Power & Design has been providing professional electrical installations since 1996. The company has evolved into a full service electrical and general contracting business to offer our customers the most convenient and efficient way to meet all of your needs.

LEVER BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION

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LEVER BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION

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22 years of experience

OWNER OPERATED. NO EMPLOYEES. USES SUBS FOR LARGE JOB. COST DETERMINED BY JOB. NO TRAVEL CHARGES. MASS REG # 146083.

OWNER OPERATED. NO EMPLOYEES. USES SUBS FOR LARGE JOB. COST DETERMINED BY JOB. NO TRAVEL CHARGES. MASS REG # 146083.

Professional Interiors by Norm B & Sons

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Professional Interiors by Norm B & Sons

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Customers say: Super punctual
30 years of experience

Additional DBA - Professional Interiors by Norm.

"The entire process of dealing with Norm B & Sons was fantasti!. We contacted Norm for a price to wallpaper and accent wall an appointment was setup to get a quote. The person came by as promised and on time! When Norm and Ralph came to do the job they were on time and schedule. The wallpaper came out perfect. I would highly recommend Norm B & Sons you will not be disappointed."

Aileen N on November 2024

Additional DBA - Professional Interiors by Norm.

"The entire process of dealing with Norm B & Sons was fantasti!. We contacted Norm for a price to wallpaper and accent wall an appointment was setup to get a quote. The person came by as promised and on time! When Norm and Ralph came to do the job they were on time and schedule. The wallpaper came out perfect. I would highly recommend Norm B & Sons you will not be disappointed."

Aileen N on November 2024

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Cabral Construction

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Cabral Construction

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

45 years of experience in carpentering, general contracting home improvement and house building, Located in Stoughton MA and serving cape, south, north MA and RI

45 years of experience in carpentering, general contracting home improvement and house building, Located in Stoughton MA and serving cape, south, north MA and RI

RBK ENTERPRISES INC.

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RBK ENTERPRISES INC.

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At Rbk Enterprises inc., we seek to build quality homes and businesses while providing attentive customer service. We work closely with the subcontractors and suppliers to make sure your home is built to your and our standards. From small to large projects, our goal is to increase the function of your home or business, making it a beautiful well-designed space. Our team has pledged to be prepared, work in the interest of the project and the team, and always plan with the end in mind. We strive to understand the needs of our clients and implement the most cost effective solutions. We understand building a home can be stressful for the customer. We make every effort to ease your anxieties and concerns while construction is under way. We realize that a company does not deliver services; competent and passionate people do. Give us a chance and experience this.

"I emphatically urge you to avoid Richard Kumpel (RBK Enterprises). My partner and I hired Richard for a gut-reno of our home. We are currently in the process of taking Richard to court. He disappeared several months ago, with work still incomplete and with over $20,000 of our money, which we had pre-paid him for that work. We have also discovered that Richard violated code in several instances and we are in the process of filling a complaint with the Massachusetts Department of Public Safety against his contractor license."

Natalia R on June 2020

At Rbk Enterprises inc., we seek to build quality homes and businesses while providing attentive customer service. We work closely with the subcontractors and suppliers to make sure your home is built to your and our standards. From small to large projects, our goal is to increase the function of your home or business, making it a beautiful well-designed space. Our team has pledged to be prepared, work in the interest of the project and the team, and always plan with the end in mind. We strive to understand the needs of our clients and implement the most cost effective solutions. We understand building a home can be stressful for the customer. We make every effort to ease your anxieties and concerns while construction is under way. We realize that a company does not deliver services; competent and passionate people do. Give us a chance and experience this.

"I emphatically urge you to avoid Richard Kumpel (RBK Enterprises). My partner and I hired Richard for a gut-reno of our home. We are currently in the process of taking Richard to court. He disappeared several months ago, with work still incomplete and with over $20,000 of our money, which we had pre-paid him for that work. We have also discovered that Richard violated code in several instances and we are in the process of filling a complaint with the Massachusetts Department of Public Safety against his contractor license."

Natalia R on June 2020

BD Handyman Services

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BD Handyman Services

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
"Very good"

Michael S on May 2021

"Very good"

Michael S on May 2021

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FAQs for wainscoting installation projects in Middleton, MA

Wainscoting is decorative paneling that covers the lower part of a wall for style and protection. Beadboard is a type of wainscoting made of long vertical planks with small raised beads between each board. You’ll see it on walls and ceilings when homeowners want added depth and charm. Both options work indoors or outdoors; beadboard pieces lock together with tongue-and-groove joints, while similar styles, such as shiplap, rely on a square rabbet joint.

The best rule of thumb for wainscoting is to stop the panels at about one-third of the wall height. In a room with a nine-foot ceiling, that’s roughly three feet up. Sticking to this ratio keeps the room balanced, lets plenty of wall color show above the trim, and delivers a polished, timeless look.

Wainscoting can make a room look smaller if the room has low ceilings. The same rule applies to wainscoting as it does to painting any space: to make the room look larger and more open, paint it a light color, such as white or cream. Since beadboard incorporates vertical lines in the paneling, this style of wainscoting is ideal for those wanting to make a room appear larger than it is.

Technically, you can panel any room, but wainscoting shines in open areas, such as a foyer or a tall-ceilinged bathroom. Skip it in small rooms with low ceilings—panels can make tight spaces feel boxed in. Open-concept layouts without clear stopping points along the walls are also tricky, as the trim requires a distinct beginning and end.

Removing existing wall panels before installing wainscoting involves distinct demolition efforts. The cost to hire a professional for demo work is $1.50 per square foot. If the underlying drywall requires replacement after panel removal, an additional fee of $1.60 to $2.35 per square foot is incurred. Completing these tasks properly ensures a sturdy foundation and a flawless finish.

The Middleton, MA homeowners’ guide to wainscoting installations

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