We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
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"They showed up when they said they would and finished the job also when they said it would ."
Steven M on June 2021
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"They showed up when they said they would and finished the job also when they said it would ."
Steven M on June 2021
Oak Grove Builders is a construction company built on a foundation of quality and integrity. We strive to provide our clients with a high-quality experience from start to finish, paying close attention to every detail along the way. We are dedicated to providing value and will not take shortcuts when it comes to craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. We take pride in our work and our commitment to service, and look forward to the opportunity to work with you.
"Oak Grove did a fantastic job. They were so responsive and so helpful on picking out materials. We are so happy with the work, our staircase looks beautiful."
Melanie G on October 2023
Oak Grove Builders is a construction company built on a foundation of quality and integrity. We strive to provide our clients with a high-quality experience from start to finish, paying close attention to every detail along the way. We are dedicated to providing value and will not take shortcuts when it comes to craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. We take pride in our work and our commitment to service, and look forward to the opportunity to work with you.
"Oak Grove did a fantastic job. They were so responsive and so helpful on picking out materials. We are so happy with the work, our staircase looks beautiful."
Melanie G on October 2023
Tighe James Custom Build specializes in interior remodeling, renovation, and carpentry projects. A licensed and insured contractor, Tighe's background in furniture-building has instilled in him the appreciation that details matter. His education within the trades, intrigue for timeless design, and ability to assemble a team that finds pleasure in their work has informed his path in the field of building alterations. In knowing that our properties and homes are one of the most precious commodities we own, Tighe takes careful note to the needs of the homeowner. He helps guide and inform their decision making process, and his past projects demonstrate the teamwork and dedication needed to ensure his client's discerning requirements are met. Tighe James Custom Build wants to make sure that the entire building process is just as rewarding as the end result. In this effort, the company strives for clear communication, clean job sites, and safe and respectful building practices.
"Tighe is a fantastic, and talented contractor and project manager in every way, starting with the fact that he is 100% honest, approachable, friendly, flexible and committed to excellence. Our kitchen/bath renovation encountered several unexpected challenges and, in every instance, Tighe demonstrated resiliency, reliability and overall dedication/capability to help us achieve our goals. I recommend hiring him with 100% conviction!"
Greg Z on July 2023
Tighe James Custom Build specializes in interior remodeling, renovation, and carpentry projects. A licensed and insured contractor, Tighe's background in furniture-building has instilled in him the appreciation that details matter. His education within the trades, intrigue for timeless design, and ability to assemble a team that finds pleasure in their work has informed his path in the field of building alterations. In knowing that our properties and homes are one of the most precious commodities we own, Tighe takes careful note to the needs of the homeowner. He helps guide and inform their decision making process, and his past projects demonstrate the teamwork and dedication needed to ensure his client's discerning requirements are met. Tighe James Custom Build wants to make sure that the entire building process is just as rewarding as the end result. In this effort, the company strives for clear communication, clean job sites, and safe and respectful building practices.
"Tighe is a fantastic, and talented contractor and project manager in every way, starting with the fact that he is 100% honest, approachable, friendly, flexible and committed to excellence. Our kitchen/bath renovation encountered several unexpected challenges and, in every instance, Tighe demonstrated resiliency, reliability and overall dedication/capability to help us achieve our goals. I recommend hiring him with 100% conviction!"
Greg Z on July 2023
Baystate Group Builders Inc 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.
"One of the best contractors I have ever worked with. Amazing attention to detail, kept us up to date on the project, and treated our money like his own."
Liz K on December 2024
Baystate Group Builders Inc 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.
"One of the best contractors I have ever worked with. Amazing attention to detail, kept us up to date on the project, and treated our money like his own."
Liz K on December 2024
American Precision was founded by Estenio Lima and Sara Yoffe. Estenio is a licensed construction supervisor and skilled master carpenter who has built, renovated, and restored some of the most beautiful homes in Massachusetts. Sara, the daughter of a contractor, is a lawyer by training and holds both a construction supervisor and real estate broker license. She began her career in real estate and construction in 2018, first by focusing on her family’s portfolio of properties. Sara manages over 150 homes and apartments in Cambridge, Charlestown, and Quincy. Estenio and Sara began collaborating in 2018, developing properties for APD's sister company, Cambridge Prime, and started American Precision in 2021. American Precision specializes in renovation and restoration of existing properties to fit the needs of both homeowners and developers.
"We just had our bathroom remodel done by American Precision Developers and they did an amazing job from start to finish. We were away for the week and when we returned, the entire job was done, on time, exactly as planned. Sara and her team communicated clearly and consistently, were always responsive, very professional, and highly competent. We could not recommend them more enthusiastically. They delivered and were a pleasure to work with. Worth every penny."
John D on September 2023
American Precision was founded by Estenio Lima and Sara Yoffe. Estenio is a licensed construction supervisor and skilled master carpenter who has built, renovated, and restored some of the most beautiful homes in Massachusetts. Sara, the daughter of a contractor, is a lawyer by training and holds both a construction supervisor and real estate broker license. She began her career in real estate and construction in 2018, first by focusing on her family’s portfolio of properties. Sara manages over 150 homes and apartments in Cambridge, Charlestown, and Quincy. Estenio and Sara began collaborating in 2018, developing properties for APD's sister company, Cambridge Prime, and started American Precision in 2021. American Precision specializes in renovation and restoration of existing properties to fit the needs of both homeowners and developers.
"We just had our bathroom remodel done by American Precision Developers and they did an amazing job from start to finish. We were away for the week and when we returned, the entire job was done, on time, exactly as planned. Sara and her team communicated clearly and consistently, were always responsive, very professional, and highly competent. We could not recommend them more enthusiastically. They delivered and were a pleasure to work with. Worth every penny."
John D on September 2023
Over 20 years of experience throughout Massachusetts, including Middlesex County and surrounding suburbs. Our services include: New construction, general contracting, additions kitchens, bathrooms, basements, built-in cabinetry, raised ceilings and cathedral ceilings, second story additions, entertainment center build and design, surround-sound, windows replacement old and new, roofing, dormers, all general carpentry. We are fully licensed and insured, plenty of references, free estimates.
"Small but significant weatherproofing job handled with care and knowledge equivalent to building the Brooklyn Bridge. Top notch customer care and concern."
Glenn M on February 2025
Over 20 years of experience throughout Massachusetts, including Middlesex County and surrounding suburbs. Our services include: New construction, general contracting, additions kitchens, bathrooms, basements, built-in cabinetry, raised ceilings and cathedral ceilings, second story additions, entertainment center build and design, surround-sound, windows replacement old and new, roofing, dormers, all general carpentry. We are fully licensed and insured, plenty of references, free estimates.
"Small but significant weatherproofing job handled with care and knowledge equivalent to building the Brooklyn Bridge. Top notch customer care and concern."
Glenn M on February 2025
Professional High End Tile Installation, Remodeling,Carpentry and Painting. Insured and Experienced. Fonesi Construction Inc specializes in all phases of professional installation for new construction and remodels. - Kitchen's - Backsplash - Bathrooms - Showers / Bathtubs - Glass Shower Door - Laminate - Glass - Stone - Metal - Porcelain - Vinyl - Ceramic Tile - Fireplaces - All floors Our clients are: Builders, contractors, home owners, stores owners and architects. * All types of tile * Residential or Commercial * Offers custom design ideas * We will do demolition and the clean up. * No job is too small or too large. * We can do Handicap bathrooms. Only serious inquiries Instagram fonesi_tile http://fonesicorp.com
"They did excellent work installing expensive glass tile. And they were very efficient while maintaining quality work. I would certainly hire them again."
Dennis B on July 2023
Professional High End Tile Installation, Remodeling,Carpentry and Painting. Insured and Experienced. Fonesi Construction Inc specializes in all phases of professional installation for new construction and remodels. - Kitchen's - Backsplash - Bathrooms - Showers / Bathtubs - Glass Shower Door - Laminate - Glass - Stone - Metal - Porcelain - Vinyl - Ceramic Tile - Fireplaces - All floors Our clients are: Builders, contractors, home owners, stores owners and architects. * All types of tile * Residential or Commercial * Offers custom design ideas * We will do demolition and the clean up. * No job is too small or too large. * We can do Handicap bathrooms. Only serious inquiries Instagram fonesi_tile http://fonesicorp.com
"They did excellent work installing expensive glass tile. And they were very efficient while maintaining quality work. I would certainly hire them again."
Dennis B on July 2023
We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
My name is Andrew Chase Piedra. I have been in the general contracting business for over 10 years and have worked on hundreds of projects throughout New England. Each project receives the utmost attention to detail. Whether you want a custom interior renovation, a fine historic restoration, or a simple bathroom remodeling, your job will be treated with our complete attention to every detail. I will make sure your home has the highest quality of craftsmanship from start to finish.
"This was my first time working with a construction company and Chase and his team made everything very easy and we were extremely happy with the work that was done. Everything was done on time, on budget and very professionally. Andrew and Sandy were amazing with communication and James was great to work with making sure we were satisfied. The team helped offer advice and help get everything ordered. We plan to use them again in the future and I highly recommend them to anyone looking."
Robert J on December 2024
My name is Andrew Chase Piedra. I have been in the general contracting business for over 10 years and have worked on hundreds of projects throughout New England. Each project receives the utmost attention to detail. Whether you want a custom interior renovation, a fine historic restoration, or a simple bathroom remodeling, your job will be treated with our complete attention to every detail. I will make sure your home has the highest quality of craftsmanship from start to finish.
"This was my first time working with a construction company and Chase and his team made everything very easy and we were extremely happy with the work that was done. Everything was done on time, on budget and very professionally. Andrew and Sandy were amazing with communication and James was great to work with making sure we were satisfied. The team helped offer advice and help get everything ordered. We plan to use them again in the future and I highly recommend them to anyone looking."
Robert J on December 2024
A small kitchen renovation requires an average of six to nine weeks from start to finish. This timeframe accounts for all phases, including demolition, installation, and finishing touches.
Projects with complex layouts or custom elements may extend beyond this timeframe, especially if you're handling portions yourself rather than hiring professionals. Material availability and contractor scheduling also influence your project duration.
The most efficient approach begins with thorough planning and securing necessary permits. Once preparations are complete, proceed with demolition, followed by rough-in work for plumbing and electrical systems. Next comes drywall installation and painting, then cabinets and countertops. Flooring installation follows, with backsplash and fixture placement completing the major components. This sequence minimizes the risk of damaging newly installed elements.
Replacing outdated appliances during your renovation often proves worthwhile, particularly for units over 10 years old. Newer models offer improved energy efficiency along with enhanced features and reliability.
Modern appliances also contribute significantly to your kitchen's overall aesthetic appeal and can become a selling point if you later decide to list your home. Consider models with energy-saving certifications that may qualify for utility rebates.
Several financing approaches exist for kitchen renovations. Options include personal savings, home equity loans or lines of credit, personal loans, or credit cards for smaller projects. The best choice depends on your financial situation, available equity, credit standing, and project timeline. Comparing interest rates and repayment terms across different financing methods helps identify the most cost-effective solution for your specific circumstances.