At Fori Designs, our main focus is to make our client happy and meet the needs of their project. We value good design and come together to create a cohesive and successful design for any homeowner.
At Fori Designs, our main focus is to make our client happy and meet the needs of their project. We value good design and come together to create a cohesive and successful design for any homeowner.
We are Consultants specializing in the Structural Design of Buildings and Special Structures. Our principal clients are Architects, Contractors, Developers, and Building Owners. Additional DBA - Fred V Cowen. Cost is determined by the job. We're Licensed or Registered Professional Structural Engineers in the following States: MA,NY,Illinois(SE),DC,MD,MO,VT,NH,RI,NJ,VA,FL,KY,PA,OH,OK,CT
"DO NOT HIRE. If you're looking for a misogynist old man to tell you he did his job when he didn't hire Cowen Associates. The worst customer service I have ever experienced. Fred, the owner refused to give me measurements that he claims were written in his drawing and then called me to tell me it's not his job to give me the measurements. He charged me $200 per hour to then tell me I shouldn't be the general contractor on my own job and that I don't know anything."
Sarah M on August 2022
We are Consultants specializing in the Structural Design of Buildings and Special Structures. Our principal clients are Architects, Contractors, Developers, and Building Owners. Additional DBA - Fred V Cowen. Cost is determined by the job. We're Licensed or Registered Professional Structural Engineers in the following States: MA,NY,Illinois(SE),DC,MD,MO,VT,NH,RI,NJ,VA,FL,KY,PA,OH,OK,CT
"DO NOT HIRE. If you're looking for a misogynist old man to tell you he did his job when he didn't hire Cowen Associates. The worst customer service I have ever experienced. Fred, the owner refused to give me measurements that he claims were written in his drawing and then called me to tell me it's not his job to give me the measurements. He charged me $200 per hour to then tell me I shouldn't be the general contractor on my own job and that I don't know anything."
Sarah M on August 2022
Roofing, Painting, Siding, Snow removal, Remodels etc.
Roofing, Painting, Siding, Snow removal, Remodels etc.
Luxury color specializes in interior painting for your business, home and even tenants in an apartment. With over 10 years experience in the industry all your needs will be met with ease and satisfaction. No job is too big or too small. Contact us today to schedule your free estimate!
Luxury color specializes in interior painting for your business, home and even tenants in an apartment. With over 10 years experience in the industry all your needs will be met with ease and satisfaction. No job is too big or too small. Contact us today to schedule your free estimate!
INITIAL ESTIMATE FEE IS APPLIED TOWARD WORK DONE. ADDITIONAL SERVICE AREAS: MARTHA'S VINEYARD,NORWOOD-BROCKTON, LYNN-BEVERLY, CONCORD-MAYNARD, ASHLAND-NORFOLK, ATTLEBORO-TAUNTON, CHELMSFORD-HAVERHILL, BOXFORD-GLOUCESTER, COHASSET-PLYMOUTH & WORCHESTER. ALSO PROVIDES SERVICE NATIONWIDE.
"The creative interactions with Michael were great. He has great ideas and good interaction and iteration on the design. However, Michael is not a detail person, something his normally excellent staff properly compensates for. However, he had three staffing turnovers over the course of our project. Not including Michael when he was filling in, we had five project leads, at least two of whom we never met. This led to inefficiencies and continuity problems that resulting in playing catch up once the build started. Which leads to the other issue. Micheal is not good at communication and does not easily admit when he is wrong or unprepared. He insisted that the staffing turnover wouldn't impact the schedule. He presented plans at the kickoff with the builder that, in hindsight, were clearly not ready. He presented changes to the plan shortly after kickoff that immediately ate 40% of our planned contingency budget as they were not the plans the builder based his bid on. Later, another 12% was chewed up because he didn't plan ductwork in a house with a flat roof. The results were livable, but until the end, he insisted he didn't make a mistake despite saying he's had trouble with ductwork in the 15 years he's done residential design "because every contractor wants to do it differently." Every one of his staff that we met and worked with was fantastic. They supplied the detail that Michael lacks. They executed better than I would expect for picking up where someone left off. Unfortunately, they don't have the autonomy you would hope, and Michael doesn't communicate with them well enough to let their judgments stand. On several occasions, he overrode their judgments in confusing and public ways, sometimes after a delay of days."
Stephen V on January 2020
INITIAL ESTIMATE FEE IS APPLIED TOWARD WORK DONE. ADDITIONAL SERVICE AREAS: MARTHA'S VINEYARD,NORWOOD-BROCKTON, LYNN-BEVERLY, CONCORD-MAYNARD, ASHLAND-NORFOLK, ATTLEBORO-TAUNTON, CHELMSFORD-HAVERHILL, BOXFORD-GLOUCESTER, COHASSET-PLYMOUTH & WORCHESTER. ALSO PROVIDES SERVICE NATIONWIDE.
"The creative interactions with Michael were great. He has great ideas and good interaction and iteration on the design. However, Michael is not a detail person, something his normally excellent staff properly compensates for. However, he had three staffing turnovers over the course of our project. Not including Michael when he was filling in, we had five project leads, at least two of whom we never met. This led to inefficiencies and continuity problems that resulting in playing catch up once the build started. Which leads to the other issue. Micheal is not good at communication and does not easily admit when he is wrong or unprepared. He insisted that the staffing turnover wouldn't impact the schedule. He presented plans at the kickoff with the builder that, in hindsight, were clearly not ready. He presented changes to the plan shortly after kickoff that immediately ate 40% of our planned contingency budget as they were not the plans the builder based his bid on. Later, another 12% was chewed up because he didn't plan ductwork in a house with a flat roof. The results were livable, but until the end, he insisted he didn't make a mistake despite saying he's had trouble with ductwork in the 15 years he's done residential design "because every contractor wants to do it differently." Every one of his staff that we met and worked with was fantastic. They supplied the detail that Michael lacks. They executed better than I would expect for picking up where someone left off. Unfortunately, they don't have the autonomy you would hope, and Michael doesn't communicate with them well enough to let their judgments stand. On several occasions, he overrode their judgments in confusing and public ways, sometimes after a delay of days."
Stephen V on January 2020
Frederick L. Smith, Inc. in Holbrook, MA, is a family-owned business specializing in both commercial and residential masonry projects and general contracting services. Since 1953, we have built a reputation for providing high-quality work that’s finished on time and within your budget.
Frederick L. Smith, Inc. in Holbrook, MA, is a family-owned business specializing in both commercial and residential masonry projects and general contracting services. Since 1953, we have built a reputation for providing high-quality work that’s finished on time and within your budget.
We have been in business since 2000 and have satisfied countless clients along the way.
We have been in business since 2000 and have satisfied countless clients along the way.
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
At Wind River Environmental, we want to make septic system care and maintenance simple and hassle free. Our highly trained septic technicians go above and beyond to ensure that you are aware of any potential issues - necessary repairs, Board of Health requirements, and recommendations for your system. We want to make sure your system is healthy in an effort to save you money on costly repairs and to help keep our environment safe and clean. At Wind River Environmental, we know what it’s like to be a customer. You will be amazed with our service! Routine septic system pumping is the key to maintaining a healthy septic system. There is no way to avoid sludge build up, but regular servicing helps keep it at a manageable level. Your septic system must be cleaned properly and pumped on a regular basis to ensure that your system remains at a healthy liquid balance. Regular servicing and septic pumping will help to identify potential problems that could be lurking under the surface. Our technicians are trained to spot warning signs the homeowner would not see. THREE RESAONS WHY YOUR SEPTIC SYSTEM DESERVES WIND RIVER ENVIRONMENTAL 1. We have the best-trained technicians in the industry – All of our technicians are graduates of WIND RIVER UNIVERSITY 2. We are WHERE you need us to be WHEN you need us to be there – Unparalleled 24 hour emergency service 3. Our three step maintenance program is designed to extend the life of your septic system Protect your investment – Go with the BEST – Go Green
"Very fittingly - Wind River's customer service absolutely STINKS. We used this company for nearly 15 years to service our septic and they consistently did a good job. However, they broke one of the covers to our septic system during their most recent cleaning and, despite repeated calls/requests that they fix the issue, they still have not done so three months later. We now have to find another provider."
Jason F on July 2023
At Wind River Environmental, we want to make septic system care and maintenance simple and hassle free. Our highly trained septic technicians go above and beyond to ensure that you are aware of any potential issues - necessary repairs, Board of Health requirements, and recommendations for your system. We want to make sure your system is healthy in an effort to save you money on costly repairs and to help keep our environment safe and clean. At Wind River Environmental, we know what it’s like to be a customer. You will be amazed with our service! Routine septic system pumping is the key to maintaining a healthy septic system. There is no way to avoid sludge build up, but regular servicing helps keep it at a manageable level. Your septic system must be cleaned properly and pumped on a regular basis to ensure that your system remains at a healthy liquid balance. Regular servicing and septic pumping will help to identify potential problems that could be lurking under the surface. Our technicians are trained to spot warning signs the homeowner would not see. THREE RESAONS WHY YOUR SEPTIC SYSTEM DESERVES WIND RIVER ENVIRONMENTAL 1. We have the best-trained technicians in the industry – All of our technicians are graduates of WIND RIVER UNIVERSITY 2. We are WHERE you need us to be WHEN you need us to be there – Unparalleled 24 hour emergency service 3. Our three step maintenance program is designed to extend the life of your septic system Protect your investment – Go with the BEST – Go Green
"Very fittingly - Wind River's customer service absolutely STINKS. We used this company for nearly 15 years to service our septic and they consistently did a good job. However, they broke one of the covers to our septic system during their most recent cleaning and, despite repeated calls/requests that they fix the issue, they still have not done so three months later. We now have to find another provider."
Jason F on July 2023
General contractor since 1980.Fully licensed & insured. Ma.construction supervisor license #20540(unrestricted). Ma.home improvement contractor license # 101708. Small company with 2 to 4 employee's. Project prices range from $100. to $200,000. Full list of sub-contractors from a to z.Family business with outstanding references.
General contractor since 1980.Fully licensed & insured. Ma.construction supervisor license #20540(unrestricted). Ma.home improvement contractor license # 101708. Small company with 2 to 4 employee's. Project prices range from $100. to $200,000. Full list of sub-contractors from a to z.Family business with outstanding references.
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