Dawson's Precision Painting & Carpentry Inc.
Local business · Methuen, MA 01844
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- Not rated by the BBB
Highlights
- Deck and porch builds — 15 of 22 reviews sit in that category
- Owner on site — reviewers name Greg Dawson throughout the job
- Quote held — one reviewer reported no charges beyond the estimate
- Long review history — accounts span 2011 to 2024
- Nothing since 2024 — no customer account added in the last year
- One review set — Angi and HomeAdvisor mirror the same 22 reviews
- Painting thinly documented — written accounts describe decks, not paint jobs
- Platform badges only — 'Approved' is a directory mark, not a state credential
Painting is in the name, but decks are what people write about. Of the 22 reviews behind this company's 5.0 on Angi, 15 sit under the "Deck or Porch" heading — tear down the old one, build the new one, and the owner's first name turns up in account after account. Dawson's Precision Painting & Carpentry works out of 2 Howard Street in Salem, New Hampshire, and tells Angi it has 27 years behind it and speaks Spanish as well as English. Its listed work runs to composite decking, deck and porch builds, exterior paint and stain, garages and additions. Two things are worth understanding about that 5.0. First, Angi and HomeAdvisor publish the identical page — same 22 reviews, same star bar, same wording — so it is one set of customers counted twice, not two independent verdicts. Second, the written accounts run 2011 through late 2024 and stop there; nothing has been written since, so the praise is real but it is history rather than a report on how the crew is working now. The "Approved" badges on both platforms are the directories' own membership marks, not a state credential — worth keeping separate in your head when you compare quotes. If you want a deck or a porch rebuilt, this is the part of their work homeowners actually documented, and they documented it consistently over more than a decade. For interior painting the written history is much thinner than the company name suggests, so ask to see recent painting jobs specifically, and get a couple of references from the past year.
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Most recent comments
- 5.0Oct 1, 2024
Had Dawsons come out to demolish and rebuild our back deck, remove a cement prefab front entry and replace with a small porch, and redo our bay window in the front. We went with Dawson for a couple reasons - great reviews online, Greg was pressure-free when it came to deciding what we wanted for the project, and a reasonable estimate. During the course of each project, the work was handled with extreme care and attention, and with great professionalism. Greg was very hands-on throughout the project, and showed up every day to ensure the work was being completed to his standard. The end result was beautiful, exactly what we wanted. We could not have been happier with Dawsons, and will definitely be going back for future projects. Thanks Greg!!
— Matt B.View on Angi ↗also on HomeAdvisor ↗ - 5.0Oct 1, 2024
Greg Dawson tore down our old deck and replaced it with the sturdiest deck we've ever seen! He takes pride in his craft and it shows. He is easy to talk with and is dependable and professional. No negative issues or comments. I have recommended him to others and they have been satisfied also. Thank you Greg.
— David B.View on Angi ↗also on HomeAdvisor ↗ - 5.0Sep 1, 2024
$31,000 — Greg and his team did a fantastic job with my new deck. He did exactly what was quoted with no hidden charges. There was no high pressure sales pitch and he was very professional. I will use their services again and would recommend anyone looking to do any home improvement give them a call.
— Gerald D.View on HomeAdvisor ↗also on Angi ↗ - 5.0Aug 1, 2021
Nice job
— Barbara C.View on Angi ↗also on HomeAdvisor ↗ - 5.0Jan 1, 2021
I had them powerwash and seal my deck. They arrive on time, very professional and did an awesome job. Everything was cleaned up before they left. I definitely would recommend them.
— Lisa F.View on Angi ↗also on HomeAdvisor ↗
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Added 38 new comments, established rating 4.0
- behind the score: Nothing since 2024 — no customer account added in the last year
What does house painting cost in Greater Boston?
Typical Greater Boston range for this kind of work, from regional averages — not a quote from Dawson's Precision Painting & Carpentry Inc.. Use it to sanity-check bids, then get the real number in writing.
Finished floor area of the rooms in scope — not wall area.
Estimated range
$6,000 – $9,000
Typical painting project around $7,500