# Ajk

**Trade:** Windows / Siding / Gutters · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 2.3/5** (medium confidence) — from 14 reviews across 2 sources.
86% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 0 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

AJK Construction and Painting, LLC presents itself on Thumbtack as an Agawam-area construction and remodeling pro with 13 years in business, while HomeAdvisor lists the company in nearby Feeding Hills. The profiles describe work led by Alex, including gutters, exterior painting, carpentry, porches, pressure washing, fencing, and general remodeling. Thumbtack says the pro has five employees, a background check, and 288 project photos or listings; it also carries the company's claim that its construction supervisors are fully licensed for one- and two-family dwellings. A state registry number is not shown here, so confirm the applicable license directly before work begins.

The positive side of the customer history is concrete, though much of it is older. Thumbtack customers in 2018, 2019, and 2025 described careful gutter cleaning, siding and roof washing, framing a gazebo, clear communication, cleanup, and friendly service. HomeAdvisor reviews from 2020 through 2023 praised gutter repairs and leaf screens, exterior painting, a ceiling and leak repair, and a porch rebuild in a Springfield historic district; one homeowner said the project passed construction and historic-commission inspections. Those accounts show a broad range of completed exterior and remodeling work, but they do not all describe recent projects.

There are also two detailed one-star HomeAdvisor reviews from January and December 2025 that should be discussed before booking. One customer described a bathroom remodel as unfinished and poorly done, alleged that electrical and plumbing work was performed by unlicensed handymen, and described a mechanics-lien and payment dispute. Another alleged unfinished work, missing permits, severe electrical problems, and continuing financial loss. These are customer allegations, not independently adjudicated findings in the profile, but they are specific, recent, and materially different from the older praise.

AJK may be worth considering for a well-defined exterior, gutter, painting, or carpentry job where the scope, permits, responsible tradespeople, payment schedule, warranty, and completion standards are written down. Ask for current Massachusetts license details, permits for the proposed work, insurance, recent local references, and a written plan for resolving punch-list items before signing.

**Strengths:**
- Gutter work — multiple customers describe thorough cleaning and repairs
- Exterior projects — reviews praise painting, washing, siding, and porch work
- Communication — several customers mention updates, responsiveness, and professionalism
- Historic porch rebuild — one 2023 reviewer reported inspection and commission approval

**Concerns:**
- Recent bathroom complaints — two 2025 reviews allege unfinished or poor work
- Permits and trades — recent reviewers raise permit and licensing concerns
- Payment dispute — one 2025 reviewer describes a prolonged court-related dispute

**Where sources disagree:**
- Thumbtack reports 4.8 from 212 ratings, while HomeAdvisor reports 4.1 from 9 ratings.
- Older reviews mostly praise exterior and gutter work, while two detailed 2025 HomeAdvisor reviews allege serious remodeling, permit, electrical, and payment problems.

## Claims & citations

Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication.

- Thumbtack describes AJK Construction and Painting, LLC as an Agawam-area pro with 13 years in business and five employees. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/agawam/gutter-cleaners/ajk/service/321309873058480313) — “Thumbtack identifies AJK Construction and Painting, LLC in Agawam, Massachusetts, as a highly rated pro with 212 reviews, 13 years in busine…”
- Thumbtack lists a company claim of fully licensed construction supervisors for one- and two-family dwellings, without a registry number in the profile. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/agawam/gutter-cleaners/ajk/service/321309873058480313) — “Licence listed on Thumbtack: Fully licensed Construction Supervisors for one- and two-family dwellings”
- Customers describe gutter cleaning and repair, siding and roof washing, exterior painting, porch rebuilding, and carpentry work. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/agawam/gutter-cleaners/ajk/service/321309873058480313) — “5★ I hired AJK to help me clean out the gutters of my home. They were incredibly personable and responsive. They arrived when they said they…”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/agawam/gutter-cleaners/ajk/service/321309873058480313) — “5★ Great guys, very thorough. Wouldn't hesitate to hire them again. Besides taking care of the cleaning of my long overdue gutters, they put…”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/agawam/gutter-cleaners/ajk/service/321309873058480313) — “5★ My experience with ajk was above and beyond awesome! His attention to detail and work ethnic were excellent! He did a great job for a gre…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.ProShieldGutter.67928947.html) — “5★ Alex, Arthur and Daniel rebuilt the porch of my mother's house in a historic district in Springfield. They were beyond amazing--The porch…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.ProShieldGutter.67928947.html) — “5★ Great communication and very professional. Part of the job did not take anywhere near as long as he originally thought and quoted and he …”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.ProShieldGutter.67928947.html) — “5★ We hired these guys to strip and paint the outside of an old farmhouse. They did an excellent job in a timely fashion at a reasonable rat…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.ProShieldGutter.67928947.html) — “5★ Alex was on time and did a great job replacing a bad gutter and cleaning the rest. He also installed an inside rail in our back entry. Ve…”
- A 2023 HomeAdvisor reviewer said a Springfield historic-district porch rebuild passed construction inspection and historic-commission requirements. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.ProShieldGutter.67928947.html) — “5★ Alex, Arthur and Daniel rebuilt the porch of my mother's house in a historic district in Springfield. They were beyond amazing--The porch…”
- A December 2025 HomeAdvisor reviewer alleged an unfinished bathroom remodel, unlicensed-handyman electrical and plumbing work, and a prolonged payment dispute. _(confidence: high)_
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.ProShieldGutter.67928947.html) — “1★ I hired Ajk to remodel a small bathroom. Not only was the job poorly done, but exceeded duration of timeline by multiple weeks with minim…”
- A January 2025 HomeAdvisor reviewer alleged unfinished work, missing permits, severe electrical problems, and continuing financial loss. _(confidence: high)_
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.ProShieldGutter.67928947.html) — “1★ Alex is the worst contractor alive, he did horrible work, never finished anything, never pulled permits, all while he had just screwed ov…”
- The platform record combines strong older praise with two detailed recent one-star complaints, so the recent concerns materially temper the positive history. _(confidence: high)_
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.ProShieldGutter.67928947.html) — “1★ I hired Ajk to remodel a small bathroom. Not only was the job poorly done, but exceeded duration of timeline by multiple weeks with minim…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.ProShieldGutter.67928947.html) — “1★ Alex is the worst contractor alive, he did horrible work, never finished anything, never pulled permits, all while he had just screwed ov…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.ProShieldGutter.67928947.html) — “5★ Alex, Arthur and Daniel rebuilt the porch of my mother's house in a historic district in Springfield. They were beyond amazing--The porch…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.ProShieldGutter.67928947.html) — “5★ Great communication and very professional. Part of the job did not take anywhere near as long as he originally thought and quoted and he …”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.ProShieldGutter.67928947.html) — “5★ We had an excellent result from hiring AJK Homes. Alex was extremely personable, price was fair, work done exactly on schedule, and the a…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.ProShieldGutter.67928947.html) — “HomeAdvisor: 4.1★ from 9 ratings”
- Also offers Fencing _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/agawam/gutter-cleaners/ajk/service/321309873058480313) — “Services offered (Thumbtack): General Contracting, Deck or Porch Repair, Gutter Cleaning and Maintenance, Pressure Washing, Exterior Paintin…”
- Specializes in Windows / Siding / Gutters _(confidence: high)_
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/agawam/gutter-cleaners/ajk/service/321309873058480313) — “5★ I hired AJK to help me clean out the gutters of my home. They were incredibly personable and responsive. They arrived when they said they…”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/agawam/gutter-cleaners/ajk/service/321309873058480313) — “5★ Great guys, very thorough. Wouldn't hesitate to hire them again. Besides taking care of the cleaning of my long overdue gutters, they put…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.ProShieldGutter.67928947.html) — “5★ Great communication and very professional. Part of the job did not take anywhere near as long as he originally thought and quoted and he …”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.ProShieldGutter.67928947.html) — “5★ Alex was on time and did a great job replacing a bad gutter and cleaning the rest. He also installed an inside rail in our back entry. Ve…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.ProShieldGutter.67928947.html) — “Services offered (HomeAdvisor): Deck or Porch Repair, Exterior Surfaces - Powerwashing, Galvanized Gutters - Repair, Gutters & Downspouts - …”
- Also offers House Painting _(confidence: high)_
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.ProShieldGutter.67928947.html) — “5★ Alex, Arthur and Daniel rebuilt the porch of my mother's house in a historic district in Springfield. They were beyond amazing--The porch…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.ProShieldGutter.67928947.html) — “5★ We hired these guys to strip and paint the outside of an old farmhouse. They did an excellent job in a timely fashion at a reasonable rat…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.ProShieldGutter.67928947.html) — “5★ We had an excellent result from hiring AJK Homes. Alex was extremely personable, price was fair, work done exactly on schedule, and the a…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.ProShieldGutter.67928947.html) — “Services offered (HomeAdvisor): Deck or Porch Repair, Exterior Surfaces - Powerwashing, Galvanized Gutters - Repair, Gutters & Downspouts - …”
- Also offers Carpentry _(confidence: high)_
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/agawam/gutter-cleaners/ajk/service/321309873058480313) — “5★ Great guys, very thorough. Wouldn't hesitate to hire them again. Besides taking care of the cleaning of my long overdue gutters, they put…”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/agawam/gutter-cleaners/ajk/service/321309873058480313) — “5★ Alex is a trusted and professional worker. He battled the elements to get our Gazebo up as quick as possible and was communicative throug…”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/agawam/gutter-cleaners/ajk/service/321309873058480313) — “Services offered (Thumbtack): General Contracting, Deck or Porch Repair, Gutter Cleaning and Maintenance, Pressure Washing, Exterior Paintin…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.ProShieldGutter.67928947.html) — “5★ Alex, Arthur and Daniel rebuilt the porch of my mother's house in a historic district in Springfield. They were beyond amazing--The porch…”
- Also offers General Contractor / Remodeling _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/agawam/gutter-cleaners/ajk/service/321309873058480313) — “Services offered (Thumbtack): General Contracting, Deck or Porch Repair, Gutter Cleaning and Maintenance, Pressure Washing, Exterior Paintin…”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/agawam/gutter-cleaners/ajk/service/321309873058480313) — “Thumbtack identifies AJK Construction and Painting, LLC in Agawam, Massachusetts, as a highly rated pro with 212 reviews, 13 years in busine…”
- Also offers Specialty Services _(confidence: high)_
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/agawam/gutter-cleaners/ajk/service/321309873058480313) — “Services offered (Thumbtack): General Contracting, Deck or Porch Repair, Gutter Cleaning and Maintenance, Pressure Washing, Exterior Paintin…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.ProShieldGutter.67928947.html) — “Services offered (HomeAdvisor): Deck or Porch Repair, Exterior Surfaces - Powerwashing, Galvanized Gutters - Repair, Gutters & Downspouts - …”

## License

No license record has been checked yet for this contractor.

## Sources

- [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/agawam/gutter-cleaners/ajk/service/321309873058480313): 4.8★ from 212 ratings
- [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.ProShieldGutter.67928947.html): 4.1★ from 9 ratings

## Recent reviews

- **1/5 · HomeAdvisor · Jared H. · 2025-12-01**: I hired Ajk to remodel a small bathroom. Not only was the job poorly done, but exceeded duration of timeline by multiple weeks with minimal progress, with alex providing electrical and plumbing services from unlicensed handymen despite initially implying they were fully trained/qualified. After his …
- **5/5 · Thumbtack · Melissa L. · 2025-07-10**: I hired AJK to help me clean out the gutters of my home. They were incredibly personable and responsive. They arrived when they said they would and were super kind and sweet. They did a fantastic job and made sure to clean up the mess! 10/10 will definitely hire again!
- **5/5 · Thumbtack · Donon H. · 2025-06-03**: Alex is a trusted and professional worker. He battled the elements to get our Gazebo up as quick as possible and was communicative throughout the entire process. We've already booked more jobs with him and could not be happier
- **1/5 · HomeAdvisor · Paula M. · 2025-01-01**: Alex is the worst contractor alive, he did horrible work, never finished anything, never pulled permits, all while he had just screwed over another woman and her disabled child. My electrical is so messed up it's going to cost over $20,000 to fix it. He puts on the nice guy vibes and then turns into…
- **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · Beth P. · 2023-08-01**: Alex, Arthur and Daniel rebuilt the porch of my mother's house in a historic district in Springfield. They were beyond amazing--The porch now looks like it's brand new, but still is in the style needed for that area. They also painted the entire house and cleaned the gutters. The roof of the porch h…
- **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · Lynda G. · 2023-02-01**: Alex and crew did an excellent job repairing my cracked textured ceiling and the underlying leak beneath. Alex is congenial yet very professional and I couldn't be happier with the quality of their work. I will absolutely have them back should the need arise and would unequivocally recommend them.
- **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · Scott L. · 2023-01-01**: Good job cleaning the gutters
- **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · Peter C. · 2022-12-01**: Great communication and very professional. Part of the job did not take anywhere near as long as he originally thought and quoted and he adjusted the price on the invoice. Alex did a really good job cleaning, repairing and installing leaf screens on our gutters.
- **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · Sheila H. · 2022-10-01**: We hired these guys to strip and paint the outside of an old farmhouse. They did an excellent job in a timely fashion at a reasonable rate. They are extremely friendly and helpful. We kinda missed them when the job was complete.
- **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · Paul N. · 2020-09-01**: Alex was on time and did a great job replacing a bad gutter and cleaning the rest. He also installed an inside rail in our back entry. Very pleased and would hire again.

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