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Cummings Home Improvements LLC

Local business · 93 Howard St, Melrose, MA 02176, USA

4.1(8)
Bathroom Remodelbathroom remodelingroom additions

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Highlights

  • Bathroom remodelsa recent review praises clear communication and reliable scheduling
  • Active licenseMassachusetts HIC #183084 verified current
  • Consistent ratings5.0-star average on Google across 13 ratings since 2023
  • Thin review countjust 13 Google ratings and 8 total written reviews on file
  • No BBB accreditationprofile lists the business as unrated, not accredited

Cummings Home Improvements is a one-person outfit Ted Cummings says he's run out of Melrose since 2000 — he grew up in town, and by his own account still keeps a workshop in the basement where his grandfather first showed him woodworking. His site frames the business as a general remodeler: kitchens, bathrooms, decks and porches, basement buildouts, and structural repair, plus the design and project-management work that ties a renovation together. The state's contractor registry backs the license side of that pitch — Cummings holds an active Massachusetts Home Improvement Contractor license, #183084. The most recent review on file, from March, is about a bathroom remodel and hits the notes a homeowner would want to hear: Ted listened to what was wanted, explained options along the way, and showed up exactly when he said he would. That lines up with the wider pattern — Google puts him at a perfect 5.0 across 13 ratings, and the eight reviews that turn up across five different sites, dating back to 2023, run positive without exception. A BuildZoom-sourced directory page independently places him in the top quarter of Massachusetts-licensed contractors and confirms the license was active as of its last check. A couple of things are worth asking about directly. The review count, while consistently good, is still modest — a little over a dozen Google ratings for a business claiming a quarter-century of work. BBB confirms the address and phone number but lists the company as not accredited with no rating assigned; separately, BBB's own filing shows the LLC was formed in 2015, which doesn't quite line up with the owner's claim of running the business since 2000 (he may well have operated it unincorporated before that, but it's worth a quick question). One directory, Porch, also shows a noticeably lower 4.3 stars off 29 reviews against Google's 5.0 — a reminder to read a couple of write-ups directly rather than trust a single number. For a bathroom remodel or a similarly scoped home-improvement project in the Melrose area, the license checks out and everything on record so far is positive — ask for a couple of references from the last year and get a clear scope and price in writing before booking.

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  • 5.0Mar 16, 2026

    I had a fantastic experience with Cummings Home Improvements during my bathroom remodel. Ted did an amazing job. He really listened to what I wanted, offered helpful advice along the way, and his communication was excellent throughout the project. Ted showed up exactly when he said he would every single time, which made the whole process smooth and stress-free. The finished bathroom looks incredible and I couldn’t be happier. I would absolutely recommend Ted to anyone looking for a skilled, trustworthy contractor!

  • 5.0Oct 23, 2025

    We hired Ted to add a mini-addition to the back of our house (which included adding a half bathroom and a mudroom to our first floor) as well as build a landing outside. I could not be happier with the outcome. All of the details are beautiful; Ted went the extra mile to ensure everything blended seamlessly with the rest of the house (molding, siding, etc). He was also very helpful when it came to any construction/design decisions we needed to make. He never steered us wrong. We will certainly be reaching out to him again in the future with any other projects we have.

    Nicole CiccoloView on Google Reviews
  • 5.0Apr 2, 2025

    I had a great experience working with this Ted! He was incredibly easy to work with, providing quality craftsmanship throughout the project. His keen eye for design really helped me make some important design decisions, and he was very clear about the timeline for ordering materials. He even helped connect me with a custom cabinet company to make sure my vision came to life exactly how I wanted it. Not only was he timely and communicative, but he also finished the project in just 4 weeks, even though he initially estimated 4-6 weeks. My kids were home a lot during the project, and he was so kind and patient with them. He hired skilled help, which made everything go smoothly. Highly recommend! Would definitely use him again.

    Geena TortorellaView on Google Reviews
  • 5.0Apr 26, 2024

    Ted was recommended to us by a neighbor. We hired him to insulate our garage and replace builder's windows in our living room with Anderson windows. In all of our interactions, he was fair and knowledgeable, helping us understand our options and identifying areas in which we could make choices to stay within budget. He finished the project in a timely manner and was responsive and easy to work with. Our living room looks great and is much less drafty with the new windows! I look forward to working with him for our next project.

  • 5.0Apr 23, 2024

    Ted just finished renovating our bathroom in Melrose, and we’re so happy. I highly recommend him. He was very open and transparent about all the details of the project, including the cost. And he was helpful with many decision points. I’d use him for my next job.

Specializes in

Bathroom Remodelbathroom remodelingroom additions

Also offers

General Contractor / RemodelingKitchen Remodeltrim carpentrybasement remodelingstructural repair

Languages

English

Update history

  1. Added 8 new comments, added 68 new photos, verified active license, established rating 4.1

    • confirmed against the state license registry
    • behind the score: Thin review count — just 13 Google ratings and 8 total written reviews on file

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