MARKS HOME IMPROVEMENT
MARKS HOME IMPROVEMENT

MARKS HOME IMPROVEMENT

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Introduction
Hi there, thank you for taking a look at our company! We are a larger size company with multiple crews. Due to this, and our popularity (we are top rated in the U.S.), OUR WORK DOES NEED TO START AT A MINIMUM OF ABOUT $8,000 to properly commit resources. Please, DO NOT contact us for smaller needs as all leads are expensive! If you are not sure, please kindly contact us through our website. ************************ We are a very unique and cost competitive group of over 20 licensed, qualified, versatile, and highly-skilled professionals, with decades of specialized multi-trade experience. We do almost everything! This minimum is necessary for us to properly prepair all paperwork, including stamped drawings if/as required (for much of our work this is needed). We secure all permits if/as necessary, including setbacks and any city and state Conservation and Wetlands concerns. We are turnkey, commit our crews and equipment, schedule materials, handle all inspections, etc. Some of our larger projects well exceed $750k. After we visit, we will submit to you a formal line item Statement of Work/Estimate and simple Agreement for reference at no charge. Then, if you choose us, we issue to you proper Workers Compensation and Liability Insurance Certificates in your name, along with the legal Mass. Residential Construction Contract. These documents protect you in many ways, are extremely important, and are required BY LAW from ANY contractor. If needed we have Licensed Architects offering state of the art color 3D solids modeling design proposals, Structural Engineers, Surveyors and Construction Supervisors (CSL's for pulling permits, managing all work, ensuring work is to code and coordinating all inspections) on our team. This along with licensed master electricians and licensed master plumber/pipe fitters and professional masons. We are a registered HIC (Home Improvement Contractor) which also affords you many levels of protection. Our combined experience well exceeds 200 years. We are a premium service, please visit our reviews! We are very friendly, love what we do, and we arrive on time as scheduled. Initially, we meet you in person, on site, to introduce our company and properly discuss and understand your needs. Again, per above, we then submit to you a detailed statement of work, drawing plans if necessary, a detailed quote, and standard paperwork for sign off if you wish to proceed with us. Our company has preferred commercial accounts and relationships with most suppliers, from the big box stores to specialty custom countertop, cabinetry, exotic materials and millwork (windows & doors) suppliers. In many cases this allows us to extend our commercial volume cost savings to our customers, while offering premium quality service, products and expedited deliveries at very competitive pricing. We commit crew to you daily, from the start of a project through completion. Our approach is to communicate, update, and review work in progress with our customers continuously throughout our efforts. This is very important to ensure precise results. We are elete finish carpenters and own complete workshops. We design and install custom built-ins, cabinetry, and elaborate stair systems all the way to "frame to finish" construction. We are extremely experienced in all aspects of roof, facia, and soffit installation and repair. We install and remodel almost everything, decks, porches, walls, siding, doors, additions, dormers, roof offs, windows, on and on. We specialize in repair of any type of wood rot, including structural damage. We do minor to major turnkey kitchen and bathroom custom design and remodeling. We install custom ceramic tiling, including cement board, shower pans, and glass doors. Also offered are professional plastering, installation of suspended and sheetrock ceilings, hardwood, vinyl and composite floor systems, and complete finished basements! Care to add living space, maybe a family room, bathroom & bar in your basement or attic, possibly with dormers, or add an additional level (roof off)? No problem, we have done countless! We also excel at home/estate and commercial long-term property management responsibilities, including businesses and condo associations. Each of us owns an amazing assortment of state-of-the-art tools, including lasers and specialty equipment, and our company owns 4 modern dual axel dump trailers that visit our job sites for waste removal, as/when appropriate. All waste is properly disposed of, and green processed, mostly at the G Mello Corp. transfer station in Georgetown, Ma. From sliding glass doors, windows, or interior/exterior woodwork to custom staircases and handrails to complete demolition and renovations, we do it all. Again, we have very versatile skill sets, are meticulous, prompt, efficient, and clean! Please read our reviews. We work hard for them and are proud of them. If you are interested in addressing singular or multiple needs and establishing a long-term relationship with a top-rated, professional multi trade contractor, and (importantly!) are located within about a 20 minute drive from Beverly, PLEASE CONTACT US, YOU WILL BE GLAD YOU DID! GUARANTEED! Thanks again for taking a look at us, and we do look forward to hearing from you and adding you to our growing list of 5 star reviews! Very best regards and stay safe! Mark.
Overview

Hired 74 times

Serves Beverly, MA

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22 employees

10 years in business

Business hours

Sun9:00 am - 5:00 pmMon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, PayPal, and Venmo.

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2023

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2019

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.

Excellent 4.9

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Susan F.
Oct 21, 2024
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Dry rot had worn away the front board of our porch. We had never worked with a contractor before and were not sure what to expect. From Day 1 Mark was our go to person for questions, concerns and suggestions. His team arrived in short order and worked literally from early morning until late afternoon and transformed the front of our home into something that will certainly outlast us. We are extremely happy with the outcome.

Details: New deck or porch construction • No existing plans, but I know what I want • Residential

Deck or Porch Remodel or Addition
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Jan M.
May 30, 2024
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Mark and his team took my project from permitting with the city and dealing with the conservation committee to completion. The guys worked hard and left the work area neat and tidy each day. The deck came out beautiful. I would highly recommend Marks Home Improvment and Handyman services.

Details: Deck, porch, or balcony • Replacement of portions of existing structure • Residential

General Carpentry
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Sean M.
May 29, 2024
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Mark and his team did an excellent job from top to bottom on our Deck & Stairs project. We live in the upstairs unit of a 2 family condo conversion that was sorely in need of a deck replacement. I found Marks Home Improvement through Thumbtack and contacted him based on the high volume of 5 star reviews. We scheduled a meeting and Mark came over and evaluated the scope of the job. He was very friendly, transparent and professional. His initial estimates included possible scenarios related to the rubber roof under the deck as well as some potential issues with the footings. He explained in great detail the process, the local building code, liability protections and all of the things you would want to know about in this initial meeting. Personally both myself and my mother left that first meeting feeling like Mark was the right choice. From the time the work began to the completion of the project the team did an outstanding job. They were professional, courteous, informative and worked efficiently and clean. My Mom and I were actually on a much needed vacation in Hawaii when they completed the project and we returned to a beautiful deck and stairs that exceeded how we pictured it. I feel it is important to note that had Mark not been so forthright about the potential things that could be considered hurdles that could add cost to the project then it might have been a lesser experience. As it turns out his assessment of the state of things in the beginning was entirely accurate and although it added a bit to the initial estimate we are now left with a beautiful deck and stairs that is entirely up to code, safer and adds both to the aesthetics and value of our home. Thank you for a job well done to Mark and his entire team!

Details: Complete renovation of existing deck or porch • Composite • Residential

Deck or Porch Repair
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Jason B.
May 17, 2024
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Mark and his crew did a wonderful job with the installation of a handrail along the stairwell to our cellar, as well as addressing areas of wood rot along the exterior trim of our office and replacing boards with composite material. We are very happy with the work that Mark and his crew provided…we will gladly use them again for other projects.

Details: Stairs • Soffit or fascia • Repair of minor cracks, gaps, or holes • Commercial

General Carpentry
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JEANNINE R.
Jan 2, 2024
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I hired Mark after purchasing my mother’s house. I met with several contractors and Mark was the most professional by far. We were looking to raise the roof and convert eves to a dormer on the second floor getting us lots of needed space. We needed a couple bedrooms and office and a bathroom. From the day they started there was barely any downtime. While waiting for plumbers and inspections the crew worked on the siding. The crew worked fast and hard throughout the entire process. I also got updates so I always knew what was going on and that was key. Mark also encouraged me to reach out if I EVER had a question or concern about anything. The one time I asked him a question he had an instant response, always knew what was going on. They truly care about the work they did and it shows. So many compliments on the work

Details: Multiple room remodel • Bathroom • Bedroom • No existing plans, but have a good idea of what I want • No, the project is not covered by an insurance claim • As soon as possible

Home Remodeling
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