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Typical Greater Boston range for this kind of work, from regional averages — not a quote from DRM Design Build. 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
One Houzz reviewer writing at the end of 2025 had been hiring David Morgan since 2006 — complete residing, complete window replacement, a rebuilt deck, a porch turned into a three-season room. In a 2023 review, another customer put their own history with him at more than 25 years. DRM Design Build is a design-build remodeling firm working the western suburbs of Greater Boston, and several of its customers have hired David Morgan again and again over a decade or more. Old houses are where his name comes up most. A 2023 reviewer said they would not trust the care of their 18th-century house to anyone else. Another 2023 review describes a complex "Aging in Place" renovation of an 1890 Country Colonial. A 2021 reviewer hired the firm for a major renovation and addition to an 1891 farmhouse — a two-story family room and master suite addition, a new three-car garage, and a complete exterior renovation that took in the siding, windows and historical trim work. A 2022 reviewer with an antique 1790s home described a standing queue of fixes, maintenance and expansion work. Basements are the other job that keeps recurring. A 2024 reviewer had 800-plus square feet of previously unfinished space turned into a new bathroom, a compliant bedroom and added living space. In a 2022 review, a homeowner described a basement becoming a sun-filled two-bedroom, two-bath home with living room, dining room and kitchen, with David pulling the permits and checking the work himself. A 2021 couple converting their 1845 Victorian's basement from rock and dirt to finished space credited him with guiding them at every step and being meticulous about materials and finishes. Its Massachusetts home improvement contractor registration is active. Houzz lists construction supervisor licence CS-039884 and a long award shelf beside it: 17 Contractor of the Year awards since 1996, three Chrysalis Awards for Remodeling Excellence, Massachusetts Remodeler of the Year, and 14 Best of Houzz wins between 2014 and 2026. The company's site says David Morgan started the business in 1979 as David Morgan Construction and renamed it D.R.M. Design Build in 1996, when it moved to a design-build model. Two numbers set expectations before you call. Houzz puts a typical job here at $80,000 to $2 million — this is a whole-project firm, not a small-repairs one. And among the three sub-scores behind its 4.9-star Houzz average, value is the lowest at 4.7 while work quality sits at 5.0. If you own an older house and are planning a full renovation or an addition, this is the kind of firm homeowners keep going back to; come with a defined budget and get the estimate broken out before the design work starts.
“D.R.M. Design Build, Inc. Remodelers of Southborough, MA”
We purchased our home about four years ago and wanted to update the exterior to truly make it our own. A family member recommended David, as they and their friends had worked with him many times before. From the start, David guided us through the entire process, explaining our options as well as what changes would provide long-term benefits. He was clear, informative, and completely transparent about costs and timelines. Whenever we had questions, David responded quickly, which gave us peace of mind every step of the way. The work we decided on included new siding, a roof, central air, two doors, and attic insulation. The difference was noticeable almost immediately, our home not only feels more comfortable but looks completely transformed. The team’s craftsmanship, attention to detail, and professionalism even caught the attention of our neighbors, who continue to ask for David’s contact information. I highly recommend David and his team for any initiative requiring expertise, collaboration, and outstanding results.
David is meticulous, communicative, and brilliant. He thinks outside of the box to help make your dreams come to life in an affordable and realistic way. He was always available to chat through any questions or concerns along the way. We loved having his crew work in our home - they were respectful and kind. Couldn’t recommend DRM more!
We've done many projects with David Morgan and D.R.M. Design Build, Inc. and they always turn out great. Our most recent project involved making an existing screened-in porch more functional by enclosing it with casement windows and adding a tiled floor with radiant heat. The porch has become a favorite room for our family to spend time in - grabbing a coffee in the morning or a glass of wine in the evening. The windows allow the light (and a breeze) to come in and it feels like we are outside without having to deal with pollen like we did when it was just screens. D.R.M. is particularly skilled at blending new construction with existing historic components. We highly recommend David and his team. They are true professionals and will take great pride in their work.
We have used David, his firm and his crew for years, starting in 2006 and continuing through 2025 for several significant projects, including complete residing, complete window replacement, reconstruction of large deck and transformation of a porch to a three season room, complete re-do of kitchen and adjacent family/dining area, complete re-do of a bathroom and installation of central air conditioning. Without exception, for every project David was responsive and imaginative, gave great advice, used excellent subcontractors when appropriate, the projects were started and completed in a timely manner (no days off), and the quality of the work was superb, greatly adding value both in the financial sense and in the satisfaction sense. His work has been so consistently excellent that we highly recommended him to our daughter and son-in-law for a significant project at their home in Marlborough in the past year, again a project that was priced fairly, started and completed in a timely manner, and the owners were completely thrilled with the results. I cannot recommend David, his crew and DRM Design Build highly enough. Thanks for all the great work.
We have worked with David for 15 plus years. He worked with our architect to build a fantastic detached garage barn. In the coming years, with his help, we will convert the barn, partially finished, to a in-law home. David has worked on all home improvements and repairs on our historic 1830’s home since the time we met. He always reacts with kindness and attention and immediacy. And always with great craftsmanship. His crew are hardworking and talented group of men as well. We have recommended David and his team to many friends and acquaintances. And all have been most pleased.
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Detailed workmanship5.0
On-time framing4.8
Finish carpentry4.7
Custom bookshelves, window seats, and staircases4.3
Custom home building2.5
Registry-verified license1.9