# Henry Scopa Home Improvement

**Trade:** General Contractor / Remodeling · **Phone:** (617) 921-2127 · **Website:** https://www.henryscopahomeimprovements.com/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 5.0/5** (high confidence) — from 76 reviews across 9 sources.
99% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 3 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

Henry Scopa Home Improvement is a Boston general contractor Henry Scopa says he started in 1991, and it's stayed a family operation since — his son Stephen is now a licensed foreman running jobs alongside longtime partner Mike Bowie and colleague Scott. It holds an active Massachusetts home improvement contractor registration and says it's EPA Lead-Safe Certified.

The reviews are deep and remarkably consistent: 76 on file since 2014, the overwhelming majority five stars across Google, Angi, HomeAdvisor and Houzz, with zero negative reviews in the most recent six months. The range of work described is wide — bathroom and kitchen remodels, deck and porch rebuilds, condo soundproofing (including a newborn's nursery), tile and countertop work, even small jobs like swapping every door knob in a house. When one customer's house flooded, a 2025 review says Henry and Stephen fixed the damage quickly and stayed patient helping sort out the insurance claim. Several reviewers, including a landlord managing multiple renovations, specifically praise fair, transparent pricing with no upselling.

For a remodel, repair or general home-improvement job in the Boston area, more than a decade of consistent, specific praise and a verified license make this a strong option to call.

**Strengths:**
- Verified state license — active Massachusetts home improvement registration
- Deep, spotless record — 76 reviews since 2014, no recent negatives
- Handled a flood — patched damage fast and helped with insurance
- Wide range of work — bathrooms, kitchens, decks and soundproofing all praised
- Fair pricing noted — reviewers, including a landlord, cite no upselling

## Claims & citations

Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication.

- A Boston, Massachusetts general contractor offering home remodeling, additions and new construction for residential and commercial clients, self-reported operating since 1991. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.henryscopahomeimprovements.com) — “Henry Scopa Home Improvements is a Boston, MA general contractor providing home remodeling, additions, and new construction for residential …”
  - [Official Website](https://www.henryscopahomeimprovements.com) — “Company history (self-reported): Henry Scopa launched the home improvement and remodeling business in 1991.”
- Owner-operated by Henry Scopa, with longtime partner Mike Bowie and licensed foreman Stephen Scopa, Henry's son. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.henryscopahomeimprovements.com) — “Ownership (self-reported): Owner-operated by Henry Scopa, with longtime partner Mike Bowie and licensed foreman Stephen Scopa, Henry's son.”
- States it is EPA Lead-Safe Certified. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.henryscopahomeimprovements.com) — “Stated certification/affiliation: EPA-Lead Safe Certified”
- Holds an active Massachusetts home improvement contractor registration, verified against the state registry. _(confidence: high)_
  - [State License Registry](https://contractorhub.mass.gov/s/hic-contractor-search) — “MA hic license 184064 registry-verified active — registry holder of record: Henry scopa”
- Rated 5 out of 5 on Google (40 ratings), Angi (19 ratings) and HomeAdvisor (19 ratings). _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Henry%20Scopa%20Home%20Improvement&query_place_id=ChIJ2SvZrkh644kRNoBlJEfOYiU) — “Google: 5★ from 40 ratings”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.Generalcontractor.144383347.html) — “HomeAdvisor: 5.0★ from 19 ratings”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/boston/henry-scopa-home-improvements-reviews-1.htm) — “Angi: 5.0★ from 19 ratings”
- A 2025 review says Henry and his son Stephen responded quickly after the customer's house flooded, and were patient helping navigate the insurance claim process. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21sd2JIaENhek01VTBKd2VVeGtaRjl5VkhWT1EwRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x2562ce4724658036!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmlwbHhCazM5U0JweUxkZF9yVHVOQ0E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ When my house flooded, Henry and his son Stephen came to the rescue and fixed the damage in a short amount of time. I had issues with my …”
- Reviewers describe a wide range of completed work — bathroom and kitchen remodels, decks and porches, condo soundproofing, tile and countertop work — with Henry, Stephen and colleague Scott named repeatedly for punctuality and cleanup. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/boston/henry-scopa-home-improvements-reviews-1.htm) — “5★ I recently had the pleasure of working with Scott from the Henry Scopa Home Improvements Team for a complete deck and porch renovation, a…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25WSE4xaERaR3BHWkV4SmJUUkJPRjgzYkcxbWNFRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x2562ce4724658036!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnVHN1hDZGpGZExJbTRBOF83bG1mcEE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Henry, Stephen and team did a great job replacing our leaking tub with a wonderful standing shower.  They were very friendly, knowledgeab…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21vMFltOHhObE5RWDFSRldsWTFZbGh0V2tsVE4yYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x2562ce4724658036!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmo0Ym8xNlNQX1RFWlY1YlhtWklTN2c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ HSHI did a soundproofing project for our condo in Boston, which made a huge impact on dampening noise traveling through shared walls and …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2s1cVQyWXlVbWxMY1Y5YWRYbEpXbUZJWm14M1VVRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x2562ce4724658036!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOk5qT2YyUmlLcV9adXlJWmFIZmx3UUE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Stephen (owner) does the work directly with associate Scott.  Thus the  person you meet is the person doing the work.

Finally, they are …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT201alEwSlBVMmhYUTNCM1NHVkRZMHBqTjNsbGIwRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x2562ce4724658036!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOm5jQ0JPU2hXQ3B3SGVDY0pjN3llb0E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Henry his son Steven and his workers, Do an excellent job. I am very happy with the work they have done, in my cellar. they leave the job…”
- Multiple reviewers, including a self-described investor/landlord, describe fair, transparent pricing without upselling. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/boston/henry-scopa-home-improvements-reviews-1.htm) — “5★ Finding quality work at a fair price isn’t easy these days—but Henry Scopa Home Improvements proved it’s still possible. I was honestly s…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/henry-scopa-home-improvements-pfvwus-pf~220808929) — “5★ These guys are the best! I was in constant communication with Henry and he was timely, courteous and professional. I didn’t feel like he …”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/boston/general-contractors/henry-scopa-home-improvements/service/513198619266646017) — “As an investor and landlord, finding a reliable and trustworthy contractor is sometimes the toughest part. However, Henry and her team are p…”
- Specializes in General Contractor / Remodeling _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT210NVFrNVpUMWMwY1ZCcVJUWlNVVzVWV1dGTmNVRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x2562ce4724658036!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmt5Qk5ZT1c0cVBqRTZSUW5VWWFNcUE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Scopa home improvement are great to work with and responsive. We had a lot of minor maintenance work and not so minor work.  It is hard t…”
  - [Official Website](https://www.henryscopahomeimprovements.com) — “Henry Scopa Home Improvements is a Boston, MA general contractor providing home remodeling, additions, and new construction for residential …”
- Specializes in Bathroom Remodel _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25WSE4xaERaR3BHWkV4SmJUUkJPRjgzYkcxbWNFRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x2562ce4724658036!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnVHN1hDZGpGZExJbTRBOF83bG1mcEE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Henry, Stephen and team did a great job replacing our leaking tub with a wonderful standing shower.  They were very friendly, knowledgeab…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2poMUxUVTNPR2R0ZFdRMmEzZ3RkazFuYW1OSGRGRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x2562ce4724658036!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjh1LTU3OGdtdWQ2a3gtdk1namNHdFE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ The Scopa family and their colleagues did an excellent job in remodeling my small bathroom. The size of the job didn’t matter when it cam…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21wTWQwSlNSM281YzJka09GbEphVFpyY1dWd09XYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x2562ce4724658036!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmpMd0JSR3o5c2dkOFlJaTZrcWVwOWc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I hired HSHI to redo my bathroom and I couldn’t be happier with them. The guys were highly skilled, extremely professional, and meticulou…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tKd05IbEdYMDlNWWxkTmQxUkxjbEZyWXpkeGJWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x2562ce4724658036!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkJwNHlGX09MYldNd1RLclFrYzdxbVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I had a great experience with my bathroom remodel done by Henry Scopa Home Improvement. Stephen and his team were very professional, resp…”
- Specializes in Kitchen Remodel _(confidence: high)_
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/boston/henry-scopa-home-improvements-reviews-1.htm) — “5★ We recently had our kitchen remodeled, and I couldn't be happier with the results! Henry was amazing to work with—super professional, res…”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/boston/henry-scopa-home-improvements-reviews-1.htm) — “5★ Just got our kitchen remodeled by Henry Scopa Home Improvements, and we’re absolutely thrilled with the results! Henry personally handled…”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/boston/general-contractors/henry-scopa-home-improvements/service/513198619266646017) — “I’m blown away by the creativity and professionalism of Henry team! They turned my small, cramped kitchen into an open, airy oasis with clev…”

## License

Status: **active** (#184064, hic) — verified against the official MA state registry on 2026-09-06, never self-reported.
Re-check at the official registry: https://contractorhub.mass.gov/s/hic-contractor-search

## Sources

- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Henry%20Scopa%20Home%20Improvement&query_place_id=ChIJ2SvZrkh644kRNoBlJEfOYiU): 5.0★ from 40 ratings
- [Exa](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.Generalcontractor.144383347.html): 0 web mentions across the open web (each linked to its source)
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Henry%20Scopa%20Home%20Improvement&query_place_id=ChIJ2SvZrkh644kRNoBlJEfOYiU): Listed on this source
- [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/boston/quote/request-henry-scopa-home-improvement-specialists-112127): Listed on this source
- [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/henry-scopa-home-improvements-pfvwus-pf~220808929): 5.0★ from 1 ratings
- [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.Generalcontractor.144383347.html): 5.0★ from 19 ratings
- [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/boston/henry-scopa-home-improvements-reviews-1.htm): 5.0★ from 19 ratings
- [Official Website](https://www.henryscopahomeimprovements.com): 35 yrs in business · Self-reported profile and service details
- [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/boston/general-contractors/henry-scopa-home-improvements/service/513198619266646017): 5.0★ from 9 ratings

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Lucas Herter · 2026-08-08**: Henry, Stephen and team did a great job replacing our leaking tub with a wonderful standing shower.  They were very friendly, knowledgeable and highly skilled.  Each tile is straight as an arrow and three weeks in we haven’t noticed any blemishes.  We would recommend Henry Scopa Home Improvement for…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Tom Quinn · 2026-06-26**: Scopa home improvement are great to work with and responsive. We had a lot of minor maintenance work and not so minor work.  It is hard to get contractors who are generalists.  The Scopa team will do it and do it well.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Ashley Correll · 2026-05-20**: When my house flooded, Henry and his son Stephen came to the rescue and fixed the damage in a short amount of time. I had issues with my insurance company and the Scopa team were very patient and understanding throughout the entire process. I appreciate their kindness and quick work. I highly recomm…
- **5/5 · Houzz · Betty Heal · 2026-02-03**: These guys are the best! I was in constant communication with Henry and he was timely, courteous and professional. I didn’t feel like he was trying to low ball me or over price anything. I mostly respect these guys’ work ethic! I’ll be back for another project!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Ida Diamond · 2025-12-25**: Stephen and Henry Scopa Home Improvement team was super professional, came every day on time, kept everything clean before the leave, we are very satisfied and happy with the results ! we highly recommend them to friends and family! we will definitely work with them again!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Iona Ogden · 2025-12-16**: Scott came and did the job quickly and very efficiently. Super happy with the results.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Paul Oppedisano · 2025-12-12**: The Scopa family and their colleagues did an excellent job in remodeling my small bathroom. The size of the job didn’t matter when it came to attention to detail and quality. They were always on time,  cleaned up afterwards, and communicated extremely well throughout the whole process. One of the mo…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Sudhir Doke · 2025-10-16**: Henry was very helpful deciding the strategy, then his Son steve, did a perfect job, setting up vanities in two bathrooms and installing exhaust fan.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Jon Pollak · 2025-10-13**: HSHI did a soundproofing project for our condo in Boston, which made a huge impact on dampening noise traveling through shared walls and ceilings. Henry and Steve were a pleasure to work with and really dependable throughout the four week project - they provided timely updates, the the site was alwa…
- **Thumbtack · Sherley B. · 2025-09-17**: I recently got the walls and ceiling of my newborn baby's bedroom soundproofed in Norwood by Henry Scopa Home Improvement, and I am extremely satisfied with their work! The team was professional, punctual, and did a fantastic job ensuring the room is quiet and peaceful. Now, my baby can sleep withou…

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