# John Lopes & Sons Construction Corp

**Trade:** Masonry · **Phone:** (508) 294-4887 · **Website:** https://www.johnlopesandsons.com/building-remodeling-services · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 3.9/5** (medium confidence) — from 15 reviews across 6 sources.
87% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 4 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

John Lopes & Sons Construction Corp is a Falmouth, MA general contractor that states on its own website it has served the area since 1986, with an active Massachusetts Home Improvement Contractor license (HIC #215137) registered under the business's own name. Its site markets whole-home building and kitchen and bathroom remodeling across Cape Cod, and BuildZoom independently lists the same license as active, with owner-of-record John Lopes Jr.

What the written record actually documents in detail, though, is hardscaping and concrete work. On Houzz, where the company is listed under "Stone, Pavers & Concrete," five dated reviews from 2020 and 2021 praise stamped-concrete patios, paver driveways and walkways, and retaining-wall construction, with reviewers singling out attention to detail, clear communication, and a willingness to take on extra scope when another contractor fell through. More recent Google reviews from the past year, mostly brief, echo the same themes of being on-time, professional and easy to reach by phone.

Two older reviews complicate that picture. In September 2019 and again in July 2021, separate customers said they paid a deposit for stamped-concrete work — a pool apron and a driveway, respectively — that was never started, and that the owner stopped returning their calls. Both accounts are specific and dated years apart, describing the same failure pattern rather than a one-off complaint. Nothing in the record since July 2021 repeats it, and the four most recent reviews (within the last six months) are all positive — but anyone paying a deposit up front should ask directly about a firm start date in writing.

The company's kitchen and bathroom remodeling work is stated on its own website but isn't independently documented by any review in the record; the one Google review that touches kitchen/bath work is from a fellow tradesperson who supplied quartz countertops and cabinetry on a joint project, not a homeowner client. For hardscaping, concrete and masonry work on Cape Cod, the track record supports hiring them; for interior remodeling, ask to see recent, comparable project photos and references first.

**Strengths:**
- Stamped concrete driveways — repeated detailed praise across five Houzz reviews
- Retaining wall builds — customers cite meticulous, detail-oriented craftsmanship
- Active licence — verified MA HIC 215137 held by this exact business
- Responsive scheduling — recent Google reviewers cite on-time, easy phone contact

**Concerns:**
- Deposit no-shows — two Houzz reviewers (2019, 2021) reported paid work never started
- Kitchen/bath remodeling — thinly evidenced beyond the company's own website claim

**Where sources disagree:**
- One Google 5-star review (2026-01-26) describes a trade collaborator (a kitchen/bath countertop and cabinetry supplier) working jointly with the business on a client project, not a homeowner writing about hiring the company directly — read as vendor-to-vendor praise, not a customer testimonial.
- The business's own website positions it as a general home-building and whole-home/kitchen/bathroom remodeling contractor, while its Houzz profile and the large majority of dated reviews describe it as a hardscaping/concrete/masonry specialist (patios, driveways, retaining walls, pool aprons) — the two self-presentations describe different core trades.

## Claims & citations

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

- MA HIC license 215137 is registry-verified active, with the registry holder of record matching this exact business, and BuildZoom independently lists the same license as active. _(confidence: high)_
  - [BuildZoom](https://www.buildzoom.com/contractor/john-lopes-sons-construction-corp-east-falmouth-ma) — “Licence listed on BuildZoom: HIC License #215137 — Status: Active — State: Massachusetts — Type: Home Improvement Contractor (BuildZoom-veri…”
  - [State License Registry](https://contractorhub.mass.gov/s/hic-contractor-search) — “MA hic license 215137 registry-verified active — registry holder of record: John Lopes & Sons Construction Corp.”
- BuildZoom lists the owner-of-record as John Lopes Jr / John N Lopes Jr, consistent with the business name. _(confidence: high)_
  - [BuildZoom](https://www.buildzoom.com/contractor/john-lopes-sons-construction-corp-east-falmouth-ma) — “BuildZoom profile for John Lopes & Sons Construction Corp (3 Flax Pond Road, East Falmouth, MA) shows a BZ Score of 90, an active MA Home Im…”
- Detailed, repeated praise for stamped-concrete and paver hardscaping work across five dated Houzz reviews (2020-2021) describing driveways, patios, retaining walls and pool aprons. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/stone-pavers-and-concrete/john-lopes-and-sons-construction-corp-pfvwus-pf~185673014) — “5★ We were in the market for a new large patio in our back yard. John Lope's & Sons was recommended to us by a friend who was unable to do t…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/stone-pavers-and-concrete/john-lopes-and-sons-construction-corp-pfvwus-pf~185673014) — “5★ John was recommend to us by our neighbor to do our pool apron. Our neighbor said John and his crew were by far the best contractor he use…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/stone-pavers-and-concrete/john-lopes-and-sons-construction-corp-pfvwus-pf~185673014) — “5★ We hired John Lopes & Sons to redo our front steps, front walkway and put a patio in thebackyard. The results are amazing! I never though…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/stone-pavers-and-concrete/john-lopes-and-sons-construction-corp-pfvwus-pf~185673014) — “5★ We had a new paved stone driveway installed and can't say enough about the exceptional work they did. They were reliable, honest and posi…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/stone-pavers-and-concrete/john-lopes-and-sons-construction-corp-pfvwus-pf~185673014) — “5★ We did a large backyard project last year of putting in a pool, retaining walls and stamped concrete patio. Lopes and Son was absolutely …”
- Google reviewers from the past year describe the crew as on-time, professional and detail-oriented. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2w5NFNEQk5iRU40VG1GVmJVbDJYM1ZsVVZSMVJsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x56c840435eedaec3!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOl94SDBNbEN4TmFVbUl2X3VlUVR1RlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ John and his crew were always on time, friendly, performed quality work and attention to detail is unmatched. Highly recommend to hire fo…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2kxcGVUWkZXbDlNWjBWcVRWTkdOWFkyVUdSMFprRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x56c840435eedaec3!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOi1peTZFWl9MZ0VqTVNGNXY2UGR0ZkE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Wow, it was really great working with John and his team. They're all super professional, and the schedule was perfect. Plus, they always …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pOaldrMTBjQzFhYkU0M1FVUTFjMnhwVjNGa1EyYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x56c840435eedaec3!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjNjWk10cC1abE43QUQ1c2xpV3FkQ2c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Great business, highly recommend anyone in need of service to go to them, extremely professional.”
- Two dated Houzz reviews (2019-09-03 and 2021-07-19) describe paying a deposit for stamped-concrete work that was never started, with the owner becoming unresponsive to calls. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/stone-pavers-and-concrete/john-lopes-and-sons-construction-corp-pfvwus-pf~185673014) — “1★ I too had given him a deposit in the Winter of 2020 for some stamped concrete work for the Springtime. Never showed up. Would not return …”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/stone-pavers-and-concrete/john-lopes-and-sons-construction-corp-pfvwus-pf~185673014) — “1★ John was a "friend" that I gave a deposit to in early April 2019 to complete a stamped concrete pool apron project to be started around M…”
- Kitchen and bathroom remodeling services are stated only on the business's own website; no independent review in the packet documents a completed kitchen or bathroom remodel for a homeowner. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.johnlopesandsons.com) — “A Falmouth, MA general contractor established in 1986 offering custom home building, whole-home/kitchen/bathroom remodeling, and commercial …”
  - [Official Website](https://www.johnlopesandsons.com) — “Company history (self-reported): States it has been 'a cornerstone in the Falmouth, MA community since 1986' (Year Established 1986 per its …”
- Hardscaping/concrete specialty: Houzz lists services including stamped concrete, paver installation, retaining wall construction and stone masonry, and its project gallery shows 76 photos concentrated in driveways, walls/stairs and pool aprons. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/stone-pavers-and-concrete/john-lopes-and-sons-construction-corp-pfvwus-pf~185673014) — “Services offered (Houzz): Patio Construction, Hardscaping, Retaining Wall Construction, Paver Installation, Stone Masonry, Concrete Construc…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/stone-pavers-and-concrete/john-lopes-and-sons-construction-corp-pfvwus-pf~185673014) — “76 project(s) shown on Houzz”
- Google shows a 5-star average from 12 ratings and Houzz shows 3.9 stars from 7 ratings, the latter reflecting five detailed 5-star hardscaping reviews alongside two 1-star deposit/no-show complaints. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=John%20Lopes%20%26%20Sons%20Construction%20Corp&query_place_id=ChIJo0PZIrRz-CoRw67tXkNAyFY) — “Google: 5★ from 12 ratings”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/stone-pavers-and-concrete/john-lopes-and-sons-construction-corp-pfvwus-pf~185673014) — “Houzz: 3.9★ from 7 ratings”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/stone-pavers-and-concrete/john-lopes-and-sons-construction-corp-pfvwus-pf~185673014) — “Houzz profile (Stone, Pavers & Concrete category) shows 3.9 out of 5 from 7 reviews: five detailed 5-star reviews praising hardscaping/concr…”
- The company states on its own website that it has operated in Falmouth, MA since 1986 and separately claims 'over 45 years of combined experience' among its team; a 2004 Cape Cod Times profile independently describes John Lopes launching a stamped-concrete construction company. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [capecodtimes.com](https://www.capecodtimes.com/story/business/2004/06/20/dreamer-sons/50925889007/) — “capecodtimes.com — John Lopes is a man driven by a passion for concrete.”
  - [Official Website](https://www.johnlopesandsons.com) — “Company history (self-reported): States it has been 'a cornerstone in the Falmouth, MA community since 1986' (Year Established 1986 per its …”
- Also offers Bathroom Remodel _(confidence: low)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.johnlopesandsons.com) — “A Falmouth, MA general contractor established in 1986 offering custom home building, whole-home/kitchen/bathroom remodeling, and commercial …”
  - [Official Website](https://www.johnlopesandsons.com) — “Company history (self-reported): States it has been 'a cornerstone in the Falmouth, MA community since 1986' (Year Established 1986 per its …”
- Also offers Kitchen Remodel _(confidence: low)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.johnlopesandsons.com) — “A Falmouth, MA general contractor established in 1986 offering custom home building, whole-home/kitchen/bathroom remodeling, and commercial …”
  - [Official Website](https://www.johnlopesandsons.com) — “Company history (self-reported): States it has been 'a cornerstone in the Falmouth, MA community since 1986' (Year Established 1986 per its …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2twelozVk5NR1I1VEhWdVEwMTNPRGx0TkVaU0xVRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x56c840435eedaec3!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkpzZ3VNMGR5THVuQ013ODltNEZSLUE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We worked jointly with John Lopes on project to provide kitchen/ bath/laundry quartz countertops, cabinetry hardware, and detail design. …”
- Also offers General Contractor / Remodeling _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.johnlopesandsons.com) — “A Falmouth, MA general contractor established in 1986 offering custom home building, whole-home/kitchen/bathroom remodeling, and commercial …”
  - [Official Website](https://www.johnlopesandsons.com) — “Company history (self-reported): States it has been 'a cornerstone in the Falmouth, MA community since 1986' (Year Established 1986 per its …”
- Specializes in Masonry _(confidence: high)_
  - [capecodtimes.com](https://www.capecodtimes.com/story/business/2004/06/20/dreamer-sons/50925889007/) — “capecodtimes.com — John Lopes is a man driven by a passion for concrete.”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/stone-pavers-and-concrete/john-lopes-and-sons-construction-corp-pfvwus-pf~185673014) — “5★ We were in the market for a new large patio in our back yard. John Lope's & Sons was recommended to us by a friend who was unable to do t…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/stone-pavers-and-concrete/john-lopes-and-sons-construction-corp-pfvwus-pf~185673014) — “5★ John was recommend to us by our neighbor to do our pool apron. Our neighbor said John and his crew were by far the best contractor he use…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/stone-pavers-and-concrete/john-lopes-and-sons-construction-corp-pfvwus-pf~185673014) — “5★ We hired John Lopes & Sons to redo our front steps, front walkway and put a patio in thebackyard. The results are amazing! I never though…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/stone-pavers-and-concrete/john-lopes-and-sons-construction-corp-pfvwus-pf~185673014) — “5★ We had a new paved stone driveway installed and can't say enough about the exceptional work they did. They were reliable, honest and posi…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/stone-pavers-and-concrete/john-lopes-and-sons-construction-corp-pfvwus-pf~185673014) — “5★ We did a large backyard project last year of putting in a pool, retaining walls and stamped concrete patio. Lopes and Son was absolutely …”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/stone-pavers-and-concrete/john-lopes-and-sons-construction-corp-pfvwus-pf~185673014) — “Services offered (Houzz): Patio Construction, Hardscaping, Retaining Wall Construction, Paver Installation, Stone Masonry, Concrete Construc…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/stone-pavers-and-concrete/john-lopes-and-sons-construction-corp-pfvwus-pf~185673014) — “76 project(s) shown on Houzz”

## License

Status: **active** (#215137, hic) — verified against the official MA state registry on 2026-08-22, 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=John%20Lopes%20%26%20Sons%20Construction%20Corp&query_place_id=ChIJo0PZIrRz-CoRw67tXkNAyFY): 5.0★ from 12 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=John%20Lopes%20%26%20Sons%20Construction%20Corp&query_place_id=ChIJo0PZIrRz-CoRw67tXkNAyFY): Listed on this source
- [Official Website](https://www.johnlopesandsons.com): Self-reported profile and service details
- [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/stone-pavers-and-concrete/john-lopes-and-sons-construction-corp-pfvwus-pf~185673014): 3.9★ from 7 ratings
- [Exa](https://www.capecodtimes.com/story/business/2004/06/20/dreamer-sons/50925889007/): 1 web mention across the open web (each linked to its source)
- [BuildZoom](https://www.buildzoom.com/contractor/john-lopes-sons-construction-corp-east-falmouth-ma): Listed on this source

## Mentions

Unverified third-party mentions found on the open web — relay with attribution ("a Reddit commenter said…"), never as Tavlee's own finding.

- “John Lopes is a man driven by a passion for concrete.” — capecodtimes.com (2004-06-20) — https://www.capecodtimes.com/story/business/2004/06/20/dreamer-sons/50925889007/

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Brian Kinsella · 2026-07-27**: John and his crew were always on time, friendly, performed quality work and attention to detail is unmatched. Highly recommend to hire for your project.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Linda Clark · 2026-06-20**: Quality workmanship, friendly, knowledgeable and on time.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Mark Patel · 2026-05-03**: Every thing done above my expectations. Job finish before promised well done I highly recommend
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Jeff Bristol · 2026-03-25**: Fantastic service would highly recommend
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Emerald City LLC · 2026-01-26**: We worked jointly with John Lopes on project to provide kitchen/ bath/laundry quartz countertops, cabinetry hardware, and detail design. He was professional throughout the project. He worked quickly and collaboratively to solve any issues that arose. His work is detail oriented and high end quality.…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Bill Pellagrini · 2025-12-04**: great company
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Paulo Coelho · 2025-09-24**: Wow, it was really great working with John and his team. They're all super professional, and the schedule was perfect. Plus, they always picked up the phone when you called.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Brendan Bourgeois · 2025-08-11**: Great business, highly recommend anyone in need of service to go to them, extremely professional.
- **1/5 · Houzz · Richard Thatcher · 2021-07-19**: I too had given him a deposit in the Winter of 2020 for some stamped concrete work for the Springtime. Never showed up. Would not return my calls. Do not hire this man. When i finally got ahold of him (I saw his truck at a local watering hole) he was very standoffish and reassured me the work will g…
- **5/5 · Houzz · bgclements · 2021-02-03**: We were in the market for a new large patio in our back yard. John Lope's & Sons was recommended to us by a friend who was unable to do the project. We were thoroughly impressed with John's professionalism, honesty and integrity from the moment we met right through to the completion of the project. …

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