We hired Handy Lou to do a total gut and remodel of our 1940's Cape Cod style kitchen and couldn't…read morehave been happier! He was very accessible, always in contact with us and quick to respond whether we reached out by phone, text, email, etc. His rate was more than fair, and totally transparent for all costs that would be involved. He really helped us plan and basically hand hold and walk us through the entire process from conceptualizing our options, where to buy materials, even color and design recommendations. He gave us an aggressive time window for job completion which was important to us with the Holidays looming; and he nailed it - finishing with time to spare. The work was absolutely meticulous, and the attention to details and small nuances make such a huge difference! He even went around to touch up and improve other details around the area not in the scope of the job; just because he thought it would improve the aesthetic and he takes so much pride in his work. This guy is a real artisan - not a laborer. He genuinely enjoys crafting beautiful work and it shows. Our kitchen came out mint - better than we even expected! In all honesty, he was so good at what he does we would be willing to pay MORE to have him work on our stuff than other contractors. I can't imagine using anyone else going forward. 5 star quality all around.

We had just finished a kitchen remodel in January 2019 (replaced all the cabinets, countertops, and…read morelights), but the floorman we'd contracted with had left us high and dry. We had subfloor and while we could have installed the new laminate floor we had, we'd have done a horrible job at it. Lou Gagne was highly recommended to us by a local business, many of whose employees had used his services. We gave him a call that evening. He came out to see us a couple days later and we discussed what had to be done. Install the laminate floor throughout the kitchen, dining room, and attached hallway, install baseboard everywhere but the kitchen, and install threshold where required. He said it would take two days and gave us a reasonable price. OK, so that's the background. Here's what we got. We got a perfectly installed floor, perfectly installed baseboard, someone who really enjoys his work (he sings to his boom box while on the job!), and he fixed some things that a previous contractor hadn't done right because it bugged him and only took a few minutes. The join between the living and dining rooms is perfect. My wife and I did the living room, and not particularly well. He matched the grout lines in the laminate perfectly. In the kitchen he got the laminate floor so close to the cabinets it looks like the floor goes under the cabinets. His idea of using gray grout was perfect as it matches the grout lines in the floor. These walls in our house are not square, but you'd never know it when you look at the baseboard corners. It didn't matter whether it was an inside or outside corner, in close quarters or not, Lou did it perfectly. He also screwed our subfloor down as it wasn't correctly nailed into the joists during construction in 1986. Can you say "squeak"? Not anymore! Lou also gave us some ideas of how we're going to do the backsplash in our kitchen and behind the stove, which we're going to take him up on as soon as possible. My wife and I trust Lou completely. When he says he can do something, he can really do it. Fair price, great work, and it really gives us pride of ownership in our home again. And at some point, we're going to find a figurine that represents what he can do and how well he does it, even if we need to design it ourselves.

I highly recommend Wachusett Home Inspection LLC and owner Mark Fratoni. We hired Mark to inspect…read moreour home, which we built nearly 20 years ago, so we could better understand how everything was holding up and identify areas that needed attention. I am very glad we made that decision. During the inspection, Mark identified a major electrical issue that could have led to a serious fire if left unaddressed. His thoroughness gave us peace of mind and likely prevented a dangerous situation. Beyond that, the inspection provided valuable insight into the overall condition of our home. It will help us prioritize upcoming maintenance and avoid unexpected major expenses. While Mark does not estimate repair costs, he shares practical guidance on the expected remaining life of key systems and components, which is incredibly helpful for planning. Mark is knowledgeable, detailed, and focused on helping homeowners make informed decisions. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable and thorough home inspection.

I recently had Mark do an Inspection on a property I am buying in Massachusetts. Mark spent in…read moreexcess of 3 hours doing a very detailed inspection of the property. Starting on the exterior, Mark used binoculars and a drone to examine and photograph roofing and shingles, chimneys, exterior walls and foundation, and listed potential areas of concern to watch for future problems. Moving to the interior, Mark had us walk with him the entire time, answering all our questions and also giving us advice for a property of this age. He examined the electrical, plumbing and heating, attic, walls and ceilings, and the basement, advising us on what areas need addressing in the near future and what areas were fine for now, but that we might want to fix eventually. Mark always displayed professionalism and integrity, giving us his honest evaluation and inviting us to contact him at any point in the future for clarification or assistance. His detailed, written report with photos was delivered to us in less than 24 hours. I would highly recommend Mark for any house inspection you need and we will use his services in the future.

Very professional, Fair price with clearly outlined options. Good workmanship. Timely response…read more Highly recommend.

Brian M LeBlanc Roofing is an amazing roofing company. They secured a permit to do our 1,408 square…read morefoot home roof. They used a drone to take photos of the roof and provided these images in our contract so that we could clearly see what needed to be done. This ensures that we shouldn't have any problems with our roof in the future. They replaced our entire roof in one day. They started work at 7 a.m. and finished at 3:30 p.m. All the old material was removed without causing any property damage. They also provided provided photos of each step of removing our entire roof down to the framing, replacing the plywood and all the materials needed to finish the roof. My husband and I are extremely happy with the work they have done on our roof. We highly recommend Brian M LeBlanc Roofing - www.brianleblancroofing.com

Chris Lewis is the absolute best realtor in the area. It's not only her experience that sets her…read moreapart, but her compassionate approach to helping her clients navigate the unfamiliar terrain of buying and selling. She is truly a remarkable realtor and human being.

Kerry Mulverhill is a gem of a realtor! As a result of her expertise, I am writing this review from…read morethe basement of my family's new home with a big smile on my face. Although this was not our first home, it certainly felt like a first-time buying experience as many of the rules that applied in 2014 no longer applied to the housing market of 2024. Given all that, Kerry was the perfect individual to help us navigate this brave new world. Let me tell you why. First off, and possibly most importantly, Kerry has a great vibe. In January of 2024, my family and I began what turned out to be an extended search for our next home. In total, it took about four and a half months for us to find "the one." During that period we naturally spent a good deal of time with Kerry. In short, she is a delight to be around: easy-going, funny, and knowledgable. Kerry is also exceedingly responsive. During our long-haul search, I do not think we ever waited more than 20 minutes for Kerry to return a text message or call. This was crucial because we were searching from afar. At that time, my family and I resided in Saint Albans and would drive down to SE Vermont on the weekends to look at homes. Kerry always scheduled viewings that were very convenient for us and would offer to conduct virtual walkthroughs when possible. I know she was working with many clients at that time, but we always felt like we were the top priority. Kerry is knowledgeable. From helping us to understand the dynamics of the local markets that we were looking in, to suggesting ways for us to remain competitive in the face of all-cash offers, Kerry has a wealth of knowledge at her disposal. In short, Kerry is an awesome individual who demonstrated tremendous effort and ability in helping us find our little piece of paradise. My wife and I count ourselves fortunate to have crossed paths with this high-performing professional.

Overpriced, Exorbitant cost if you need plywood, get extra prices upfront, Poor craftsmanship,…read moreleaks after, nail and screws cleanup extremely poor

We needed a roof repair from the recent wind storm we had. We were surprised how few roofing…read morecompanies will do repairs, but Red Dog's does! The person on the phone was friendly and understanding. The consultant that looked at the roof was professional, and caring. The repair was done right. Very satisfied!!

I was very pleased with every interaction I had with employees of On Duty. From Grace, who answered…read moremy call and set proper expectations to Spencer and Ben, who were both on time, pleasant, professional, and expedient. Instead of being charged for cleaning of multiple flues, Spencer took the opportunity to inspect each one so we could make a decision on how to proceed forward.I was very happy with the experience and look forward to any future projects.

I had the privilege of working with Christian and Paul with On Duty Chimney. They were fantastic…read more They were very thorough. They were patient and extremely knowledgeable of their craft, and specifically assisted me with a first time homeowners set up, of my insert pellet stove. And did an amazing job cleaning and getting very detailed work finished. I look forward to working with them and On Duty in the future.

Peter has also completed several jobs for us, and we highly recommend him. He took some new inside…read moredoors and stained and installed them. Fixed a few bothersome things, and managed to work out an almost perfect stain match to what's in the house. He's very smart, and easy to work with. Reliable, too. Always shows up when he says he will and completes the jobs. Now, if Peter is available, or anyone knows how to reach him, I no longer seem to have contact info for him. Thanks so much, Peter.

Peter, the owner, has worked for us a couple of times. Most recently he tackled a tricky situation…read morefixing up an alcove from which a built-in fridge had been removed. The job entailed floor tiling, carpeting, finish carpentry, wall patching, and painting. Peter did a fine job with it all. While he was here he also fixed a few annoying little problems around the house for us. Peter is just great to have around. He's calm and nice and efficient. We couldn't ask for a better handyman and look forward to having him help us again in the future. We think his rates are very reasonable, too.

The gang painted the exterior of my tiny house and did a great job! When I have other projects, I…read morewon't hesitate to give them a call!

Please go by this "valid" review and not the ones the owner posted himself. At first we thought wow…read morehe is so knowledgeable and can do all we asked. Said it would take one week. We actually chose him over a slightly lower quote because of the above. We gave down payment and when he started project he asked for more $ and b/c down payment was not half of quote we agreed. He continued to ask for more $ many times- even after was told not until it is complete- he would call 4+ times a day to ask for more $. Project took more than 3 weeks and was not done to satisfaction. He said he could do stucco repair- but did a lousy job- could not texture and now does not match the rest of house stucco. Also did not cover or tape anything so paint is splattered everywhere- never cleaned it up. Too much to mention- do not use- save yourself the headache and money.