# KTL Pro Builders - General Contractor Worcester

**Trade:** General Contractor / Remodeling · **Address:** 373 Mill St, Worcester, MA 01602 · **Phone:** (508) 577-6306 · **Website:** https://www.ktlprobuilders.com/ · **Languages:** English, Spanish

**Rating: 4.2/5** (medium confidence) — from 16 reviews across 7 sources.
100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 13 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

KTL Pro Builders is a Worcester general contractor and remodeler run by William Emase, based at 373 Mill St, and nearly every review on file is about the same kind of job: finishing a basement. Massachusetts registers the company's home improvement contractor license (HIC #217777) as active, with Emase as the license holder, and Thumbtack shows a background check completed under his name.

The reviews line up around that basement work. A June 2026 Google review says the crew "transformed our basement into a stunning living area," and several Thumbtack accounts from May and June 2026 describe turning an unfinished basement into a guest suite or entertainment space with custom details and clean, modern finishes. A separate November 2025 Google review credits the same crew with a neat, respectful interior-painting job on a kitchen and hallway. All sixteen Google and Thumbtack reviews on file are five stars with none negative — but several of the Thumbtack basement testimonials use strikingly similar phrasing, so that five-star count reflects a narrower range of distinct voices than the raw number implies.

Two things are worth clearing up before hiring. Angi's profile claims 15+ years of experience, while BBB describes KTL as roughly a year in business — those two accounts of the company's history don't match, and it's worth asking Emase directly which is accurate. Separately, the company's own website is still a bare "under construction" placeholder, so BBB, Angi, the Worcester Chamber of Commerce directory, and Thumbtack are currently the only outside places to check on the business; there's nothing on the company's own site yet to compare against.

For a Worcester homeowner planning a basement remodel or interior painting, the license checks out and the reviews about the finished work are consistently positive. Given the similar-sounding testimonials and the short, disputed track record, it's worth asking for a couple of independent references and getting a clear answer on how long the company has actually been operating before booking.

**Strengths:**
- Basement remodeling — repeated Thumbtack and Google praise for finished spaces
- Registry-verified license — active MA HIC 217777 held by William Emase
- Attentive crews — Google reviewers cite detail and professionalism
- Interior painting — a November 2025 review credited neat, respectful work

**Concerns:**
- Tenure conflict — Angi claims 15+ years while BBB reports about a year
- Templated testimonials — several Thumbtack reviews repeat near-identical basement wording
- No live website — the company's own site is still under construction

**Where sources disagree:**
- Angi's profile self-reports 15+ years of experience for KTL Pro Builders, while BBB describes the business as about one year old — the two accounts of the company's history disagree.
- BBB showed KTL Pro Builders with a grade of A on one scan and A- the next; the two BBB snapshots don't agree on the exact grade.

## Claims & citations

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

- Massachusetts registers KTL Pro Builders' Home Improvement Contractor license (HIC #217777) as active, with William Emase named as the registry's holder of record. _(confidence: high)_
  - [State License Registry](https://contractorhub.mass.gov/s/hic-contractor-search) — “MA hic license 217777 registry-verified active — registry holder of record: William Emase”
- Reviewers on Google and Thumbtack repeatedly describe finished-basement transformations, from a 'stunning living area' to a custom guest suite. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2t4cGEyaHpXQzFSWlV4RlYybFFXRmxxTVhKRFQzYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x9a4e8995e1ef24dc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkxpa2hzWC1RZUxFV2lQWFlqMXJDT3c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ KTL Pro Builders transformed our basement into a stunning living area that perfectly fits our family's needs. The team worked diligently …”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/worcester/general-contractors/ktl-pro-builders/service/544996645391441929) — “5★ I was looking for a company that could completely reimagine my basement space, and KTL Pro Builders delivered outstanding results. Their …”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/worcester/general-contractors/ktl-pro-builders/service/544996645391441929) — “5★ Basement remodeling exceeded expectations, turning an unfinished basement into a stylish guest suite with modern finishes, insulation, an…”
- A November 2025 Google review credits the crew with a neat, respectful interior-painting job in a kitchen and hallway. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xWeFZHUkZaamN5U2pOdFpteEpjalZ6TWtoQ1dsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x9a4e8995e1ef24dc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlVxVGRFZjcySjNtZmxJcjVzMkhCWlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ My kitchen and hallway look completely refreshed after KTL Pro Builders handled the painting. The crew was courteous, neat, and extremely…”
- Angi's profile self-reports 15+ years of experience while BBB describes the business as about one year old. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/worcester/profile/general-contractor/ktl-pro-builders-0261-352839) — “BBB lists KTL Pro Builders as a non-accredited Worcester sole proprietorship with an A rating, one year in business, renovation and handyman…”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/west-side/ktl-pro-builders-reviews-151215483.htm) — “Angi lists KTL Pro Builders in Worcester for basement, bathroom, kitchen, flooring, painting and tile work, with self-reported Spanish servi…”
- Several Thumbtack testimonials repeat nearly identical basement-remodeling phrasing, narrowing how many distinct voices back the five-star total. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/worcester/general-contractors/ktl-pro-builders/service/544996645391441929) — “Thumbtack shows KTL Pro Builders as a Worcester-based residential and commercial remodeling/general-contracting pro with 16 five-star review…”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/worcester/general-contractors/ktl-pro-builders/service/544996645391441929) — “5★ KTL Pro Builders delivered outstanding basement finishing work, adding comfort, value, and functionality while keeping the design elegant…”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/worcester/general-contractors/ktl-pro-builders/service/544996645391441929) — “5★ Basement finishing craftsmanship, communication, and ability to maximize space made the remodeling project smooth and stress-free.”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/worcester/general-contractors/ktl-pro-builders/service/544996645391441929) — “5★ Basement remodeling exceeded expectations, turning an unfinished basement into a stylish guest suite with modern finishes, insulation, an…”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/worcester/general-contractors/ktl-pro-builders/service/544996645391441929) — “5★ KTL Pro Builders completed basement remodeling that added an entertainment area, storage, and improved flow; workmanship was clean, moder…”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/worcester/general-contractors/ktl-pro-builders/service/544996645391441929) — “5★ Outstanding basement finishing added comfort, value, and functionality.”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/worcester/general-contractors/ktl-pro-builders/service/544996645391441929) — “5★ Craftsmanship and communication made basement finishing smooth and stress-free.”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/worcester/general-contractors/ktl-pro-builders/service/544996645391441929) — “5★ Basement remodeling turned an unfinished basement into a stylish guest suite.”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/worcester/general-contractors/ktl-pro-builders/service/544996645391441929) — “5★ Basement remodeling added entertainment space and storage with clean workmanship.”
- The company's own website is currently a bare 'under construction' placeholder with no service or contact details. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.ktlprobuilders.com) — “The business's own website is currently under construction and states no services or other business details.”
- Basement remodeling and finishing is the work most consistently described across the Thumbtack and Google reviews. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2t4cGEyaHpXQzFSWlV4RlYybFFXRmxxTVhKRFQzYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x9a4e8995e1ef24dc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkxpa2hzWC1RZUxFV2lQWFlqMXJDT3c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ KTL Pro Builders transformed our basement into a stunning living area that perfectly fits our family's needs. The team worked diligently …”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/worcester/general-contractors/ktl-pro-builders/service/544996645391441929) — “5★ I was looking for a company that could completely reimagine my basement space, and KTL Pro Builders delivered outstanding results. Their …”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/worcester/general-contractors/ktl-pro-builders/service/544996645391441929) — “5★ The basement remodeling service from KTL Pro Builders exceeded our expectations in every way. They turned an unfinished basement into a s…”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/worcester/general-contractors/ktl-pro-builders/service/544996645391441929) — “5★ Basement remodeling exceeded expectations, turning an unfinished basement into a stylish guest suite with modern finishes, insulation, an…”
- All sixteen Google and Thumbtack reviews on file are five stars with none negative. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=KTL%20Pro%20Builders%20-%20General%20Contractor%20Worcester&query_place_id=ChIJJUGyrx8H5IkR3CTv4ZWJTpo) — “Google: 5★ from 4 ratings”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/worcester/general-contractors/ktl-pro-builders/service/544996645391441929) — “Thumbtack: 5.0★ from 16 ratings”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/worcester/general-contractors/ktl-pro-builders/service/544996645391441929) — “Thumbtack star distribution: 100% 5★ (of 16 ratings)”
- Specializes in General Contractor / Remodeling _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2t4cGEyaHpXQzFSWlV4RlYybFFXRmxxTVhKRFQzYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x9a4e8995e1ef24dc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkxpa2hzWC1RZUxFV2lQWFlqMXJDT3c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ KTL Pro Builders transformed our basement into a stunning living area that perfectly fits our family's needs. The team worked diligently …”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/worcester/general-contractors/ktl-pro-builders/service/544996645391441929) — “5★ I was looking for a company that could completely reimagine my basement space, and KTL Pro Builders delivered outstanding results. Their …”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/worcester/general-contractors/ktl-pro-builders/service/544996645391441929) — “Thumbtack shows KTL Pro Builders as a Worcester-based residential and commercial remodeling/general-contracting pro with 16 five-star review…”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/worcester/general-contractors/ktl-pro-builders/service/544996645391441929) — “Thumbtack shows KTL Pro Builders in Worcester at 5.0 from 16 reviews, 10 projects, one year in business, and basement and remodeling service…”
- Also offers Kitchen Remodel _(confidence: low)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/worcester/profile/general-contractor/ktl-pro-builders-0261-352839) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): home renovation, kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, flooring and tile installation, interio…”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/west-side/ktl-pro-builders-reviews-151215483.htm) — “Services offered (Angi): Basement Remodeling, Bathroom Remodel, Kitchen Remodel, Flooring Installs, Painting Interior/Exterior, Tile Work”
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/worcester/profile/general-contractor/ktl-pro-builders-0261-352839) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): home renovation, kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, flooring and tile installation, interio…”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/worcester/general-contractors/ktl-pro-builders/service/544996645391441929) — “Services offered (Thumbtack): General Contracting, Home Remodeling, Bathroom Remodel, Kitchen Remodel, Room Remodel, Basement Finishing or R…”
- Also offers Bathroom Remodel _(confidence: low)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/worcester/profile/general-contractor/ktl-pro-builders-0261-352839) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): home renovation, kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, flooring and tile installation, interio…”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/west-side/ktl-pro-builders-reviews-151215483.htm) — “Services offered (Angi): Basement Remodeling, Bathroom Remodel, Kitchen Remodel, Flooring Installs, Painting Interior/Exterior, Tile Work”
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/worcester/profile/general-contractor/ktl-pro-builders-0261-352839) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): home renovation, kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, flooring and tile installation, interio…”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/worcester/general-contractors/ktl-pro-builders/service/544996645391441929) — “Services offered (Thumbtack): General Contracting, Home Remodeling, Bathroom Remodel, Kitchen Remodel, Room Remodel, Basement Finishing or R…”
- Also offers House Painting _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/worcester/profile/general-contractor/ktl-pro-builders-0261-352839) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): home renovation, kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, flooring and tile installation, interio…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xWeFZHUkZaamN5U2pOdFpteEpjalZ6TWtoQ1dsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x9a4e8995e1ef24dc!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlVxVGRFZjcySjNtZmxJcjVzMkhCWlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ My kitchen and hallway look completely refreshed after KTL Pro Builders handled the painting. The crew was courteous, neat, and extremely…”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/west-side/ktl-pro-builders-reviews-151215483.htm) — “Services offered (Angi): Basement Remodeling, Bathroom Remodel, Kitchen Remodel, Flooring Installs, Painting Interior/Exterior, Tile Work”
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/worcester/profile/general-contractor/ktl-pro-builders-0261-352839) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): home renovation, kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, flooring and tile installation, interio…”
- Also offers Flooring _(confidence: low)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/worcester/profile/general-contractor/ktl-pro-builders-0261-352839) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): home renovation, kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, flooring and tile installation, interio…”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/west-side/ktl-pro-builders-reviews-151215483.htm) — “Services offered (Angi): Basement Remodeling, Bathroom Remodel, Kitchen Remodel, Flooring Installs, Painting Interior/Exterior, Tile Work”
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/worcester/profile/general-contractor/ktl-pro-builders-0261-352839) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): home renovation, kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, flooring and tile installation, interio…”
  - [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/worcester/general-contractors/ktl-pro-builders/service/544996645391441929) — “Services offered (Thumbtack): General Contracting, Home Remodeling, Bathroom Remodel, Kitchen Remodel, Room Remodel, Basement Finishing or R…”

## License

Status: **active** (#217777, hic) — verified against the official MA state registry on 2026-08-24, 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=KTL%20Pro%20Builders%20-%20General%20Contractor%20Worcester&query_place_id=ChIJJUGyrx8H5IkR3CTv4ZWJTpo): 5.0★ from 4 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=KTL%20Pro%20Builders%20-%20General%20Contractor%20Worcester&query_place_id=ChIJJUGyrx8H5IkR3CTv4ZWJTpo): Listed on this source
- [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/worcester/profile/general-contractor/ktl-pro-builders-0261-352839): Listed on this source
- [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/worcester/profile/general-contractor/ktl-pro-builders-0261-352839): Listed on this source
- [Official Website](https://www.ktlprobuilders.com): Self-reported profile and service details
- [Local Chambers of Commerce](https://business.worcesterchamber.org/list/member/gallo-builders-inc-16000): Listed on this source
- [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/worcester/general-contractors/ktl-pro-builders/service/544996645391441929): 5.0★ from 16 ratings
- [Thumbtack](https://www.thumbtack.com/ma/worcester/general-contractors/ktl-pro-builders/service/544996645391441929): 5.0★ from 16 ratings
- [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/west-side/ktl-pro-builders-reviews-151215483.htm): Listed on this source
- [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/west-side/ktl-pro-builders-reviews-151215483.htm): Listed on this source

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · David Miller · 2026-06-26**: KTL Pro Builders transformed our basement into a stunning living area that perfectly fits our family's needs. The team worked diligently and completed everything with remarkable attention to detail. They were honest, reliable, and committed to delivering excellent results. We appreciate their hard w…
- **5/5 · Thumbtack · James R. · 2026-06-05**: KTL Pro Builders completed basement remodeling that added an entertainment area, storage, and improved flow; workmanship was clean, modern, and built to last.
- **5/5 · Thumbtack · James R. · 2026-06-05**: Basement remodeling added entertainment space and storage with clean workmanship.
- **5/5 · Thumbtack · James R. · 2026-06-05**: KTL Pro Builders recently completed a basement remodeling project in our home, and it honestly feels like we added an entirely new level to the house. They created a warm entertainment area, added storage solutions, and improved the overall flow perfectly. The workmanship was clean, modern, and buil…
- **5/5 · Thumbtack · Grant E. · 2026-05-16**: Basement remodeling turned an unfinished basement into a stylish guest suite.
- **5/5 · Thumbtack · Richard P. · 2026-05-16**: Outstanding basement finishing added comfort, value, and functionality.
- **5/5 · Thumbtack · Richard P. · 2026-05-16**: KTL Pro Builders delivered outstanding basement finishing work, adding comfort, value, and functionality while keeping the design elegant and unique.
- **5/5 · Thumbtack · Grant E. · 2026-05-16**: Basement remodeling exceeded expectations, turning an unfinished basement into a stylish guest suite with modern finishes, insulation, and custom details.
- **5/5 · Thumbtack · Richard P. · 2026-05-16**: I was looking for a company that could completely reimagine my basement space, and KTL Pro Builders delivered outstanding results. Their basement finishing work added comfort, value, and functionality to our home while keeping the design elegant and unique.
- **5/5 · Thumbtack · Grant E. · 2026-05-16**: The basement remodeling service from KTL Pro Builders exceeded our expectations in every way. They turned an unfinished basement into a stylish guest suite with modern finishes, excellent insulation, and beautiful custom details that truly stand out.

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