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Typical Greater Boston range for this kind of work, from regional averages — not a quote from CJC Custom Carpentry, LLC. Use it to sanity-check bids, then get the real number in writing.
A typical single-level deck is 12×16 — about 200 sq ft.
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$7,750 – $14,500
Typical carpentry project around $11,100
CJC Custom Carpentry, LLC is a Sterling-based custom carpentry business run by Cody Cutler. Its own site describes custom stairs, built-ins, cabinetry, doors, trim, moldings, and in-house design work serving Central Massachusetts and Metro West. BuildZoom lists the company at 50 Beaman Rd and reports a Massachusetts Home Improvement Contractor license, #207489, active as of March 2026. The documented customer history is small but specific. In a January 2024 review, a homeowner described a complete basement remodel involving demolition, framing, insulation, walls, stairs, flooring, plumbing, and lighting. The reviewer said Cody developed a plan and budget without upselling, handled the carpentry and project management, and coordinated other trades; the review praised the workmanship, communication, and courtesy. BuildZoom shows one review and 20 project photos, while Google also reports one five-star rating. This looks most relevant for homeowners seeking custom finish carpentry, built-ins, stairs, doors, or a detailed remodeling project where design and coordination matter. Before booking, confirm the current license status directly with Massachusetts and clarify which portions of a multi-trade project Cody’s team will perform versus coordinate, since the written review describes a network of other tradespeople. Ask for a current scope, schedule, and references for work similar to yours. The available review is from 2024, so it is useful project evidence but not a recent account of current operations.
We needed a complete redo of our old, outdated, ugly basement: complete demolition out to the foundation and installation of new framing, insulation, walls, stairs, flooring, plumbing, lighting, stairs and more in our nearly 100 year-old-house. Cody (owner of CJC) came highly recommended by a painting contractor we trust so we asked him to come out to have a look, discuss a plan, and provide an estimate. He listened to our needs (focusing on providing a "blank canvas" for new buyers when we sell the house in a few years) and came up with a plan and budget that were spot-on, no "up-selling". Cody is primarily a designer and master carpenter, but he works with a close-knit group of high quality tradespeople, including electricians, plumbers, plasterers, painters, with whom he's worked for years, so you get the complete package when you hire him. He took care of the demolition, installation of new framing and a new floor, then project managed the work while the other folks did their work (there was a LOT of it). After the infrastructure work was done, Cody resumed working in his specialities, making sure that everything that was done previously was done properly. Through the entire process Cody and everyone he brought into the project did the highest quality work and were diligent and courteous at every turn. Having part of your home redone can be a pain in the neck, but I can honestly say that I enjoyed meeting everyone who worked on our basement, most especially Cody. Even our cat got to be good friends with Cody and his crew, going down to observe what was happening and get a few pats. That may sound silly, but I think it's a good indication of just what a decent person Cody is, in addition to being outstanding at his craft. We are contemplating a few more projects on our old house and you can bet that Cody will be the first person we contact. We are also recommending him to all our friends.
Cody and his crew completed a basement remodel with demolition, framing, insulation, walls, stairs, flooring, plumbing, and lighting; the reviewer praised the plan, budget, workmanship, communication, and courtesy.
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Added 2 new comments, added 26 new photos, established 3.5 rating
Deck builds and repairs4.0
Deck craftsmanship5.0
Tile craftsmanship5.0
Owner on-site3.7
Deck & column repair3.8
Exterior projects4.5