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License not state-verified. We could not confirm a current registration in the state registry. Insurance is self-reported. Look up in the official Massachusetts registry ↗
Highlights
- Historic restorations — sourced original or matching replica parts
- Fair and prepared — a 2021 review called them creative under pressure
- HIC registration — currently expired per the state registry
A&E Concepts is a small remodeling outfit based in New Bedford, working kitchens, baths, general home upkeep, and property management for a compact roster of local clients. The company describes itself as a small, family-run team, though no owner is named on its site. What actually pulls people to A&E is historic-home work: in a 2023 review, one homeowner singled the team out for restoring an older property with original or period-matched parts rather than generic replacements, calling the crew professional, courteous and detail oriented. An earlier account, from 2021, described the company as fairly priced and creative under pressure, at a time when finding any reliable contractor for postponed projects was a real struggle. The written record here is thin — three reviews spanning 2021 to 2023, all five stars — so there isn't much to weigh against the praise. One thing worth confirming before booking: the state registry shows A&E's Massachusetts home improvement contractor registration as currently expired, so ask directly about its status and any insurance coverage before signing anything.
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Most recent comments
- 5.0Nov 16, 2023
Professional, courteous and detail oriented people! The real tradesman has gone by the wayside. It is wonderful to discover true craftsman that take pride in the work they do. This company excels in Historic home restorations. They try to find original parts and if not available replicas that look like the real thing. Truly a rare find in the New Bedford area and the surrounding area. You will never regret hiring A&E Concepts for remodeling, painting and decorating expertise.
— MadmamaView on Google Reviews ↗ - 5.0Nov 16, 2023
Thank god for a&e!
— Travis De LangeView on Google Reviews ↗ - 5.0Dec 18, 2021
A skilled, reliable contractor is always tough to find. These days more so as postponed projects are moving ahead. Before you find that person who is fairly priced, knows how to think creatively when meeting a challenge that could otherwise have a very costly outcome,and a person who actually shows up, you may not know what you go until your roof leaks from nails in the flashing. I’ve gone online to track one of those fellows down and found five other people furiously trying to do the same- last address Florida. A and E are different. They are competent, meticulous, creative and well prepared- energetic and work as a team. More than that, they clearly and respectfully communicate, explain how they’ll proceed, and follow through without surprise costs thrown in for their benefit, not yours. A and E are good for their word. Unlike many contractors, their focus is on your job without the juggling that burns your patience. A and E work to please YOU.
— Annie HayesView on Google Reviews ↗
What does a remodeling project cost in Greater Boston?
Typical Greater Boston range for this kind of work, from regional averages — not a quote from A&E Concepts LLC. Use it to sanity-check bids, then get the real number in writing.
Estimated range
$23,000 – $35,000
Typical remodeling project around $29,000
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