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Typical Greater Boston range for this kind of work, from regional averages — not a quote from G. B. Woodworking. 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.
Estimated range
$7,750 – $14,500
Typical carpentry project around $11,100
Built-ins are the whole business at G. B. Woodworking. Gary Barcus says he founded the Boston shop in 1982 and does the design, shop work and installation himself. The state registry shows his Massachusetts home improvement contractor license as active. Google shows 5 stars from 33 ratings, Houzz 5.0 from 40 and Thumbtack 5.0 from 13, with written reviews going back to 2012. Many of the jobs solve awkward spaces. A February 2026 customer had a custom pantry and bar built into two small nooks in a Boston condo, and a January 2024 reviewer had a bookshelf with cabinet storage fitted around a duct pop-out in a guest room corner, delivered ahead of schedule. In a May 2024 review, the buyer of a condo in a South End brownstone built in 1900 described a hand-drafted design and a floor-to-ceiling wall unit that Gary and an apprentice spent several days installing. A June 2023 customer said Gary also straightened a bowing shelf in an existing unit sagging under a TV. Houzz customers in 2021 and 2022 described old-house quirks and walls out of square handled without trouble, and a June 2026 customer had him build units for both a home and a condo.
“GB Woodworking | Boston, MA - Homeslyst”
“Gary Barcus has been designing and crafting fine furniture and cabinetwork since 1975.”
GB Woodworking was such a great find. Gary (the owner and master craftsman) actually made me two built-in units; one for my home and one for my condo. His work is impeccable and the units are very well made. He is a true craftsman and his attention to detail is amazing. He only uses the finest materials. Also, he is very easy to deal with and is very responsible in terms of his commitments. Gary really knows his trade so he can give you lots of ideas on your project. He helped me immensely in figuring out exactly what I needed. He can also ensure that you don’t make any senseless mistakes in your design. He gives accurate timelines and once he starts on your job, he is totally committed. Another positive feature, is that the staff that works for Gary, are very professional. When you deal with custom cabinets, the install is just as important as the cabinets themselves. Gary and his team go through great pains to make sure the install is just as perfect as the custom cabinets themselves. The crew didn’t damage anything when they did their install work and were very consciousness. Attached are two photos of both the finished projects that he created for me. In terms of cost, built-in units are not cheap but I did not find Gary’s pricing to be excessive at all. I would use him again if I needed anything more. I would not hesitate at all to recommend him.
Gary designed and built us gorgeous built-ins for a space we otherwise weren’t using. They turned out even better than anticipated. Gary’s work is impeccable; he is a true master of his craft. He also was a very prompt communicator and delivered right on time. We would highly recommend GB Woodworking!
We hired Gary to construct and install a custom pantry and "bar" area into two small nooks in our Boston condo. Working with Gary throughout the entire process was so easy, from the design phase (where he made several valuable suggestions that we wouldn't have thought of), to the construction phase (where he accommodated a few rather last minute requests from my end), to the scheduling and installation day itself. We are so happy with the craftsmanship of the final product and it totally transformed some previously unusable space into something functional and pleasant to look at. Highly recommend!
Great construction, finishing, and installation - the woodworking trifecta! And, the pricing is very competitive! A pleasure to work with, and will work with again.
We’ve worked with Gary at GB Woodworking on multiple projects in the greater Boston area and have consistently been impressed with the quality and execution of his work. His cabinetry and woodworking are clean, well-built, and thoughtfully detailed, with strong attention to fit and finish. Gary runs a professional, reliable operation, and it shows in the consistency of the finished product. Highly recommend GB Woodworking for custom woodworking and cabinetry in the Boston area.
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Came back to fix deck stairs years later5.0
Decks and porches5.0
Custom sheds5.0