Local business · South Grafton, MALocal business · 34 Daffodil Ct, South Grafton, MA 01560, USA
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Typical Greater Boston range for this kind of work, from regional averages — not a quote from Akaza Builders. Use it to sanity-check bids, then get the real number in writing.
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$23,000 – $35,000
Typical remodeling project around $29,000
Thirty-five reviews across Google, Thumbtack and the BBB, and not one of them is unhappy. That is the first thing to know about Akaza Builders, a South Grafton design-build general contractor that Andre Neves founded in 2021 as a one-man operation called Octopus House Solutions and has since grown to six people. The company says the name comes from the Portuguese phrase "A Casa" — the house — and that it handles design, permitting, construction and inspections under one contract rather than handing homeowners between a designer and a builder. Its Massachusetts home improvement contractor registration is active, held under the company's own name. The work runs bigger than a typical remodeler's. A homeowner writing in September 2025 described an entire new wing — first-floor master bedroom, bathroom, closets, office and deck — and made a point of saying the company "stayed perfectly on budget." In December 2022 another described a roughly 1,500-square-foot basement apartment framed and finished with a new kitchen and great room, bathroom, bedroom and laundry closet, with the electrical, plumbing and plaster subcontractors managed by Andre. Bathrooms and kitchens are the steady bread and butter, with basements, additions and ADUs behind them. What reviewers keep returning to is communication. A 2023 homeowner said daily updates arrived with pictures and videos; a 2024 client on a complicated floor rebuild — down to the studs, then new pine flooring — said the job finished on budget and inside the contract timeframe. A November 2025 review is the one that sticks: a homeowner whose son had lost a leg needed a long-planned bedroom and bathroom remodel turned urgent and accessible, and described the result as "functional beautiful and deeply personal." Crews cleaning up at the end of each day comes up again and again. Two things are worth raising before you call. A February 2024 review of an attic renovation — a dormered bathroom with a stand-up shower — said plainly that the project took longer than expected and that some things needed to be redone, while still calling Andre "a top notch GC." And more than one reviewer volunteers that this is not the cheap option: a 2025 client wrote "They're not the cheapest option out there, but honestly, that's not a bad thing." The company says the same about itself. One practical note: the business traded as Octopus Design and Build / Octopus House Solutions until recently, so a good deal of its written history sits under the old name — if you go looking for references, search both. Ask for the written scope and timeline up front, since that pre-construction process is what most of these reviews are actually praising.
“We’re thrilled to announce that Octopus Design and Build has officially become Akaza Builders! After years of delivering top-quality remodeling and construction services, we felt it was time to take the next step and evolve our brand to better represent our vision and dedication to our clients. ... Akaza Builders embodies innovation, trust, and excellence – the core values that have always guided our work. This change isn’t just about a new name; it’s about renewing our commitment to delivering outstanding projects and exceeding the expectations of those who trust us. ... We will continue serv”
Thank you so much Akaza Builders for the amazing job on my office project. I truly appreciate your professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to deliver everything perfectly. Your professionalism, communication, and craftsmanship exceeded my expectations. I appreciate all the hard work and care you put into bringing my vision to life. I’m so happy with how everything turned out. Andre was reliable, patient, and truly went above and beyond!!! I highly recommend him and his team!
For years, I have been dreaming and sketching plans for a remodel of my bedroom and bathroom, anticipating future accessibility needs as I get older Life took an unexpected turn when my son lost his leg and suddenly accessibility wasn’t just a future consideration. It became an urgent need. That’s when Akaza stepped in and helped turn my long-held vision into reality. They didn’t just meet the practical requirements. They honored the creative and personal touches I had imagined for years and enhanced it. Today I have a home that is both functional beautiful and deeply personal, exactly as I dreamed it and more. Andre and his team went above and beyond for me. Leto was a wonderful addition to his team. He really listened and created extra touches that I asked for we will miss seeing him every day. I’m so grateful for a thoughtful work and dedication.
We’re very happy to recommend Akaza Construction Services. We recently completed a successful bathroom renovation project with Andre and his crew — in fact, we ambitiously decided to tackle two bathrooms at once! Andre and his team were up to the task and handled the challenge with professionalism and skill. As a hands-on homeowner, I pay close attention to detail, and I truly appreciated how responsive Andre and his crew were to my questions and feedback throughout the process. Renovation projects always come with surprises, but Andre approached every obstacle with patience and problem-solving expertise. Whenever we needed to reassess or adjust the plan, he communicated clearly and worked collaboratively to find the best path forward. We’re thrilled with the results and grateful for Andre’s craftsmanship, responsiveness, and commitment to getting things right. We wouldn’t hesitate to work with Akaza Construction again and highly recommend them to anyone planning a home renovation.
I've worked with Akaza Builders before when they were still Octopus, and I couldn't find them under the old name at first, ended up stumbling on them again on Thumbtack by coincidence. Our first project was a small bathroom remodel, and I remember being impressed with their professionalism and attention to detail. Fast forward a few years, and I bought a house that needed a lot more work, a full remodel, mechanical updates in the basement, updates on both floors. I went straight to Andre and his team at Akaza, because I knew they'd deliver. And they did. They're not the cheapest option out there, but honestly, that's not a bad thing. The quality, communication, and overall experience are worth it. They handle everything thoughtfully, and you can tell they genuinely care about the outcome. Highly recommend.
We used Akaza Builders for a full office remodel and could not recommend them more. Quality work on time and on budget. Will use them again.
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