Jl Stone, Inc.

The clearest picture of JL Stone is a Newton-area remodeling contractor for projects that cross several rooms and trades. The company says owner Jeff Stone manages a full-service operation covering kitchens, bathrooms, carpentry, project management, and construction from foundation through finish. The written customer accounts are positive but dated. In a 2015 review, a homeowner described a kitchen remodel that absorbed another room, relocated a powder room, and added a mudroom while the crew contained dust. A 2017 customer described a basement-bathroom rebuild that stayed attentive to budget and must-have items, and a 2018 reviewer praised meticulous kitchen-island assembly and a spotless workspace. Thumbtack now displays four five-star ratings, but the available written history ends in 2018. One point needs a direct check before signing: BuildZoom lists Massachusetts license 193794 as inactive or cancelled after a 2023 expiration date. That is a directory claim rather than a current state-registry verification, so ask JL Stone for the exact registration, insurance, and permit responsibility that will appear on the contract. This looks most relevant for a homeowner planning a coordinated kitchen, bath, addition, or broader residential renovation rather than a one-trade service call. Ask for current comparable references, a detailed scope, and confirmation of the contracting entity and credentials before booking.