# Buckley Home Improvement

**Trade:** General Contractor / Remodeling · **Address:** 14 St Elmo Rd, Worcester, MA 01602 · **Phone:** (508) 365-9719 · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 3.0/5** (low confidence) — from 3 reviews across 6 sources.

## The honest read

Buckley Home Improvement is a Worcester-based, owner-operated home-improvement business led by Leon Buckley Jr. BBB lists 14 Saint Elmo Road as the Worcester location, a second Leicester location, 17 years in business, and services including additions, kitchen and bath remodeling, siding, roofing, windows, and home improvement. Angi and Porch describe Leon as working directly with customers, using a small crew for larger projects, and offering free estimates; Porch also describes custom built-ins, cabinetry, furniture restoration, and related carpentry.

The written review history is small and dated: three retrievable reviews range from 2017 to 2019. A 2017 Houzz reviewer described a bathroom and mud-room gut renovation that required reconfiguration and said the estimate and time frame were accurate despite unforeseen issues. Two older Google reviews praise Leon’s character, responsiveness, reliability, and work on a basement code project; these are historical accounts rather than recent proof of current practice. Google shows 4.0 stars from four ratings, while Houzz shows one 5-star rating.

Before booking, confirm the current scope, estimate terms, and licensing directly. BBB lists licence numbers 167876 and CS-108675 as directory information, while Porch and Angi use self-reported registered-contractor language without a number. Houzz states that the business is fully licensed and insured, but the available evidence does not independently verify current status. Buckley may suit homeowners seeking remodeling, additions, kitchens, baths, basements, decks, windows, or custom built-ins who value direct owner involvement; ask for current references and written insurance and licence documentation.

**Strengths:**
- Remodeling scope — broad kitchen, bath, basement, and addition work
- Estimate accuracy — dated review praises estimate and time frame
- Owner involvement — Leon works directly with customers
- Custom fabrication — built-ins, cabinetry, and furniture restoration offered

**Concerns:**
- Review recency — detailed written reviews date from 2017–2019
- Licence verification — BBB numbers need current agency confirmation
- Estimate terms — design plans and final quote may involve fees

**Where sources disagree:**
- Google reports 4.0 stars from four ratings while Houzz reports 5.0 from one rating; the written reviews are all older.
- BBB lists 167876 and CS-108675, while Porch and Angi provide only self-reported registered-contractor language; no current registry verification was captured.
- Houzz says fully licensed and insured, but that statement is not an independent current credential verification.

## Claims & citations

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

- BBB lists Buckley Home Improvement at 14 Saint Elmo Road, Worcester, with a second Leicester location, 17 years in business, and Leon Buckley Jr. as owner. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/worcester/profile/construction-services/buckley-home-improvement-0261-321407) — “BBB identifies Buckley Home Improvement at 14 Saint Elmo Road, Worcester, MA, as a non-accredited sole proprietorship with an A+ rating, 17 …”
- BBB lists an A+ grade and services including additions, kitchen/bath remodeling, siding, roofing, windows, and home improvements. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/worcester/profile/construction-services/buckley-home-improvement-0261-321407) — “Better Business Bureau grade: A+”
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/worcester/profile/construction-services/buckley-home-improvement-0261-321407) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): home improvements, additions, kitchen/bath remodeling, siding, roofing, windows installed”
- Angi and Porch describe Leon Buckley Jr. as owner/operator and state that free estimates are offered. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/west-side/buckley-home-improvement-reviews-24489400.htm) — “Angi matches Buckley Home Improvement at 14 Saint Elmo Road, Worcester, says it is owned and operated by Leon Buckley Jr., offers decks, doo…”
  - [Porch](https://pro.porch.com/worcester-ma/general-contractors/buckley-home-improvement-leon-buckley/pp) — “Porch identifies Buckley Home Improvement Leon Buckley at 14 Saint Elmo Road, Worcester, as owned and operated by Leon Buckley Jr. with 10+ …”
- A 2017 Houzz reviewer says a bathroom/mud-room remodel had an accurate estimate and time frame despite unforeseen issues. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/buckley-home-improvement-pfvwus-pf~1453219616) — “5★ Remodeled 35 year old bathroom/mud room. They had to gut the whole mess and reconfigure everything. The estimate and time frame were perf…”
- Older Google reviews praise Leon’s reliability, responsiveness, knowledge, and handling of a basement code project. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15554944968262407763&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) — “5★ Highly recommended!!  I only gave five stars because I couldn’t give six!!! This man is a hero to our family!!  He exemplifies Profession…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15554944968262407763&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) — “5★ It is my not-so-humble opinion that the measure of a person's character isn't necessarily whether or not things go right, but how they ha…”
- All three written reviews in the packet are dated 2017–2019, so the detailed review record is historical. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15554944968262407763&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) — “5★ Highly recommended!!  I only gave five stars because I couldn’t give six!!! This man is a hero to our family!!  He exemplifies Profession…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15554944968262407763&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) — “5★ It is my not-so-humble opinion that the measure of a person's character isn't necessarily whether or not things go right, but how they ha…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/buckley-home-improvement-pfvwus-pf~1453219616) — “5★ Remodeled 35 year old bathroom/mud room. They had to gut the whole mess and reconfigure everything. The estimate and time frame were perf…”
- BBB licence numbers 167876 and CS-108675 are directory-listed claims, not registry-verified credentials in this packet. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/worcester/profile/construction-services/buckley-home-improvement-0261-321407) — “Licence listed on Better Business Bureau: 167876”
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/worcester/profile/construction-services/buckley-home-improvement-0261-321407) — “Licence listed on Better Business Bureau: CS-108675”
- Google shows 4.0 stars from four ratings and Houzz shows 5.0 from one rating, with three written reviews available across those sources. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Buckley%20Home%20Improvement&query_place_id=ChIJ5fzXs-oG5IkRU9YH9ghE3tc) — “Google: 4★ from 4 ratings”
  - [Google Reviews](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15554944968262407763&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) — “5★ Highly recommended!!  I only gave five stars because I couldn’t give six!!! This man is a hero to our family!!  He exemplifies Profession…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15554944968262407763&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) — “5★ It is my not-so-humble opinion that the measure of a person's character isn't necessarily whether or not things go right, but how they ha…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/buckley-home-improvement-pfvwus-pf~1453219616) — “5★ Remodeled 35 year old bathroom/mud room. They had to gut the whole mess and reconfigure everything. The estimate and time frame were perf…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/buckley-home-improvement-pfvwus-pf~1453219616) — “Houzz: 5.0★ from 1 ratings”
- Porch describes custom built-ins, cabinetry, bookshelves, furniture restoration, decks, doors, windows, drywall, painting, gutters, roofing, siding, drainage, and sump pumps. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Porch](https://pro.porch.com/worcester-ma/general-contractors/buckley-home-improvement-leon-buckley/pp) — “Services offered (Porch): Decks, Sheds, Doors, Storm Doors, Windows, Cabinets, Drywall, Plaster, Painting (Interior and Exterior), Gutters, …”
- Specializes in Kitchen Remodel _(confidence: high)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/worcester/profile/construction-services/buckley-home-improvement-0261-321407) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): home improvements, additions, kitchen/bath remodeling, siding, roofing, windows installed”
- Specializes in General Contractor / Remodeling _(confidence: high)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/worcester/profile/construction-services/buckley-home-improvement-0261-321407) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): home improvements, additions, kitchen/bath remodeling, siding, roofing, windows installed”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/buckley-home-improvement-pfvwus-pf~1453219616) — “Services offered (Houzz): Home Improvement Professionals, General Contractors, Accessory Dwelling Units, Home Remodeling, Home Additions, Ba…”
  - [Porch](https://pro.porch.com/worcester-ma/general-contractors/buckley-home-improvement-leon-buckley/pp) — “Porch identifies Buckley Home Improvement Leon Buckley at 14 Saint Elmo Road, Worcester, as owned and operated by Leon Buckley Jr. with 10+ …”
- Specializes in Bathroom Remodel _(confidence: high)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/worcester/profile/construction-services/buckley-home-improvement-0261-321407) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): home improvements, additions, kitchen/bath remodeling, siding, roofing, windows installed”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/buckley-home-improvement-pfvwus-pf~1453219616) — “5★ Remodeled 35 year old bathroom/mud room. They had to gut the whole mess and reconfigure everything. The estimate and time frame were perf…”
- Also offers Windows / Siding / Gutters _(confidence: high)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/worcester/profile/construction-services/buckley-home-improvement-0261-321407) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): home improvements, additions, kitchen/bath remodeling, siding, roofing, windows installed”
  - [Porch](https://pro.porch.com/worcester-ma/general-contractors/buckley-home-improvement-leon-buckley/pp) — “Services offered (Porch): Decks, Sheds, Doors, Storm Doors, Windows, Cabinets, Drywall, Plaster, Painting (Interior and Exterior), Gutters, …”
- Also offers House Painting _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Porch](https://pro.porch.com/worcester-ma/general-contractors/buckley-home-improvement-leon-buckley/pp) — “Services offered (Porch): Decks, Sheds, Doors, Storm Doors, Windows, Cabinets, Drywall, Plaster, Painting (Interior and Exterior), Gutters, …”

## License

Status: **not_found** — verified against the official MA state registry, never self-reported.
Re-check at the official registry: https://contractorhub.mass.gov/s/hic-contractor-search

## Sources

- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Buckley%20Home%20Improvement&query_place_id=ChIJ5fzXs-oG5IkRU9YH9ghE3tc): 4.0★ from 4 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Buckley%20Home%20Improvement&query_place_id=ChIJ5fzXs-oG5IkRU9YH9ghE3tc): Listed on this source
- [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/worcester/profile/construction-services/buckley-home-improvement-0261-321407): Listed on this source
- [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/buckley-home-improvement-pfvwus-pf~1453219616): 5.0★ from 1 ratings
- [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/west-side/buckley-home-improvement-reviews-24489400.htm): Listed on this source
- [Porch](https://pro.porch.com/worcester-ma/general-contractors/buckley-home-improvement-leon-buckley/pp): Listed on this source

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Jimmy McGowan · 2019-07-26**: Highly recommended!!  I only gave five stars because I couldn’t give six!!! This man is a hero to our family!!  He exemplifies Professionalism and empathy.  He is a wealth of knowledge, available to you, trustworthy, kind and he is an all around great guy. If you find yourself in need of high qualit…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Tom Hendrick (Sylventhe) · 2019-06-17**: It is my not-so-humble opinion that the measure of a person's character isn't necessarily whether or not things go right, but how they handle it when things go wrong.  In this regard, Leon Buckley and his company have shown nothing but exceptional character.

We were trying to sell our condo, and ca…
- **5/5 · Houzz · Leslie Tatum · 2017-05-04**: Remodeled 35 year old bathroom/mud room. They had to gut the whole mess and reconfigure everything. The estimate and time frame were perfect. Believe me they ran into many unforeseen issues. The finished product was awesome.

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