FAQ's


How do I select the right company?
Thinking about remodeling your home? Hiring the right remodeling company will be the most important decision you make. You will be living with your decision for many years to come, so you must find the right remodeling company who understands every aspect of your project (from budget and design right down to the dirt work and up to the finished job). Your remodeling company also needs the know-how to coordinate and orchestrate the utmost of results from numerous trade contractors and countless suppliers.


Hiring the right remodeling company presents a dilemma for some clients. How can you put the project out for bids if the remodeling company is already hired? Isn't competitive bidding the way to ensure a fair price? Not necessarily, and here's why:


The 3 bid Myth


Some people select a remodeling company by soliciting three bids after their plans are entirely complete. The homeowner will generally discard the high and low bid; feeling picking the "middle” price minimizes the risk. The bid price drives the selection, but is that really the best way to hire a remodeling company? Is the “middle price” company really the company who will build the best quality project for the “best” price?


Look at it this way: When you purchase a new car, you're purchasing a product. You can see what it looks like and take a test-drive to see how it feels. With a building project, you're purchasing a "design concept" and you don't see the finished project until well after the contract is signed.


Remodeling is not remotely like car buying This is the reason why bid shopping works well for automobiles, but is a high risk for a building project. You can ask three dealers to price a specific make and model car, and be fairly certain you are comparing the same products. But with a building project, the products, quality of workmanship, service, timeliness and warranty can differ significantly.


There are many reasons for low bids including incomplete or vague scope of work, shoddy materials, poor craftsmanship, slow production, inadequate safety precautions, lack of insurance and licensing, no warranty service, and/or miscommunication about your expectation of quality.


Remodeling quality never runs dirt cheap nor should itIf in-depth research to find the right remodeling company may seem like a headache, you must remind yourself that you are probably spending more money in one transaction than you will ever spend again, just short of your mortgage. It's true when they say that the bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of a low price is forgotten.


What's the best way to make your decision?

Have a thorough interview. As no job interview begins by negotiating salary, hiring a remodeling company should not be any different. Before you get to compensation, you want to be sure you have a qualified applicant. Right?


We encourage you to interview. If the remodeling company passes the interview, ask for a list of references. Then keep the following criteria in mind and ask past clients a lot of questions!


Professionalism, Timeliness & Care


Value and Investment


Is CarpentryPlus licensed and insured?

You bet we are!

MA license CS063742,
MA registration 102263 and a one million dollar business liability policy.


The most important question. Why hire CarpentryPlus?

The best reason is peace of mind and value. You can rest easily that when you use Carpentry Plus you will get the job done right and quickly with minimal inconvenience. There are no nightmares when you hire us. No hidden costs or surprises. Our quality of craftsmanship for the price makes for an outstanding value. Our communication with you is constant and informative, usually on a daily basis while running the project.


Would you happily hire this remodeling company again?

Carpentry Plus has a long history of working for the same clients on projects over time, due to the quality, consideration, professionalism, value and timeliness of our work. Make your final decision!


If you get positive and enthusiastic responses from past clients and you have the same feelings about this remodeling company, then this is when and how you should make your decision. Add it all up and you will be choosing an excellent remodeling company, who will build a quality project for you! After all, isn't this everything you want?


How long will my job take?

Here are some average examples when we do the work:

Finish basements: 2-4 weeks

Kitchens: 1-2 weeks unless you do Corian or granite countertops, then it depends on your countertop company to deliver in a timely fashion. Figure 1-2 weeks from template to installation. Most of our kitchens are competed in 5 days or less.

Decks: 3-5 days

Porches, 3-4 season: 1-2 weeks

Bathrooms, complete renovation: 1- 2 weeks

Additions: 3-6 weeks

Flooring and tile: 1-3 days


What are the benefits of building green?


Green building benefits the planet as well as the home occupants. By using renewed and recycled resources when practical, it may ensure energy efficiency, personal comfort, and healthful indoor breathing.


What kind of warranties does your contract include?


We provide a one year warranty on all our work. Usual and customary maintenance on your home must be kept up, but we are there for you if any part of your project needs to be addressed. Please note, this does not necessarily cover the products we install (ie., appliances, fixtures, etc.) as they each come with their own manufacturer's warranties and each one differs.


Do I need to vacate the premises for a kitchen remodel or room addition?


If we are just doing a kitchen remodel or a room addition, then you do not need to vacate your house. But if we are doing a major or whole house remodel, we do recommend you temporarily move out for your own peace of mind.


Should I start taking Prozac after I sign on the dotted line?


Unlike what you may have heard about construction horror stories, a Carpentry Plus remodeling and general construction experience can and does run smoothly. Why? Because Carpentry Plus offers excellent customer service supported by the many systems of checks and balances successfully developed over time.


Do you recommend a particular season or time of year to begin a remodel or room addition?


We work all year round and have experience working and scheduling for all types of weather.


Will I have to kennel my house pets during remodeling?


It depends how sensitive your pet is to noise and dust. While we don't necessarily recommend that you kennel your pet during a small project, we always recommend you put them in a safe room, away from the construction work for their own safety.


What areas do you serve?


Most of Middlesex county outside 128, east Worcester county and south central NH.