# McIntosh Carpentry

**Trade:** General Contractor / Remodeling · **Address:** 7 Columbia Terrace, Haverhill, MA 01830, USA · **Phone:** (978) 289-2618 · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 4.2/5** (medium confidence) — from 22 reviews across 3 sources.
100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 3 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

James McIntosh's clients don't come back once. One reviewer says he's helped them over the last ten years across a string of separate projects, from a 2023 review; another says every job since 2019 has been "above and beyond." McIntosh Carpentry, out of Haverhill, is a one-man finish-carpentry operation — the reviews describe built-in cabinets and bookshelves, custom dressers and benches, crown molding and paneling, porches, decks, and fireplace mantles far more than anything requiring a general crew.

The track record runs deep: 22 reviews from 2021 through 2026 across three sources, three of them in the last six months with none negative. A 2025 review describes built-in cabinets and bookshelves customized around a fireplace, with attention to small details like the shelf-peg spacing; a 2024 review recounts a fireplace mantle and barn door built from 160-year-old reclaimed pine salvaged from a local historical building. A 2021 review describes crown moldings run through a half-dozen rooms plus custom dining-room paneling, calling the whole process easy start to finish. More recently, a client who'd previously watched him rebuild a porch says he called James back for a kitchen project that involved removing walls and a stairway — recent reviews keep repeating the same notes: responsive, on time, and upfront about cost before work starts.

One thing worth confirming directly: BuildZoom lists a Massachusetts home improvement contractor license (#195510) for James McIntosh as active as of March 2026, but the same listing separately carries a conflicting alert showing no active license on file. That's a directory-level inconsistency, not a verified state record either way, so it's worth asking him for his license number directly before signing anything.

For built-ins, finish carpentry, decks and porches — and homeowners who want the same person coming back for the next project — this is a well-documented, long-running local carpenter; just confirm his current license status yourself.

**Strengths:**
- Repeat clients — some working with him for a decade or more
- Built-ins and finish work — detailed, custom cabinetry and moldings
- Reliable delivery — on-time, clearly communicated projects
- Fair pricing — competitive quotes noted across multiple reviewers

**Concerns:**
- License status unclear — BuildZoom shows conflicting active and no-license alerts

**Where sources disagree:**
- BuildZoom lists HIC #195510 as active (as of March 2026) while the same listing also shows a conflicting alert of no active license on file — status not independently verified against the state registry.

## Claims & citations

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

- Long-running repeat clients, some spanning a decade of separate projects _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25GbGMyOTBZbFJtU2pocVdqSlpVRFZVT0dWV1JsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x1d8ef1ec11d4599e!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnFlc290YlRmSjhqWjJZUDVUOGVWRlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We’ve been working with James since 2019, and every experience has been above and beyond. His work is impeccable, he is reasonably priced…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNwbVplYnV3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x1d8ef1ec11d4599e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICpmZebuwE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ James has helped us over the last 10 years with various projects. He is always professional and reliable. James’s work is always the fine…”
- Custom built-ins and finish carpentry praised for careful detail work _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNvLVppTGFnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x1d8ef1ec11d4599e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMCo-ZiLag%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ James built and installed built-in cabinets and bookshelves to surround our fireplace last month. We're very happy with the result! James…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNHdnUzMG53RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x1d8ef1ec11d4599e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICGvu30nwE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ James is excellent carpenter, a fine fellow, and is very easy to deal with.  James did crown or other mouldings in a half dozen rooms for…”
- Reliable, clearly communicated projects delivered on schedule _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pRM1JIWXpaR1l0V0U1UU1XUnVNMDgxYlhCdlVWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x1d8ef1ec11d4599e!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjQ3RHYzZGYtWE5QMWRuM081bXBvUVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We have worked with James for three house remodeling projects- our kitchen, bathroom, and four season porch- and we have loved all of the…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xBNVFXOUhaRkJUY0ZjNFp6WTBiM0ZqTTFGU2JWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x1d8ef1ec11d4599e!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlA5QW9HZFBTcFc4ZzY0b3FjM1FSbVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had an absolutely fantastic experience with McIntosh Carpentry! James built us three custom dressers in very tricky spaces and the fin…”
- BuildZoom listing shows conflicting active and no-license-on-file alerts _(confidence: medium)_
  - [BuildZoom](https://www.buildzoom.com/contractor/james-mcintosh) — “BuildZoom lists James McIntosh in Haverhill with Massachusetts HIC license #195510 shown as active as of March 2026, 6 permitted projects, a…”
- Google shows a 5-star rating across 47 ratings _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://maps.google.com/?cid=2129905670006528414&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) — “Google: 5★ from 47 ratings”
- Custom built-in cabinetry and shelving _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNvLVppTGFnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x1d8ef1ec11d4599e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMCo-ZiLag%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ James built and installed built-in cabinets and bookshelves to surround our fireplace last month. We're very happy with the result! James…”
- Deck and porch construction and repair _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25GaVNrTnpkbGhVVWs5emF6SXhZakF6VW5Bek4yYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x1d8ef1ec11d4599e!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnFiSkNzdlhUUk9zazIxYjAzUnAzN2c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I received Jame's contact info from one of his repeat clients who raved about his work.  James has now replaced my small front porch, and…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURKX3BUUWlRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x1d8ef1ec11d4599e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDJ_pTQiQE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We met James two years ago when he helped us complete adding a new porch onto the side of our house. After watching his work, it was obvi…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQtaXRXenNRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x1d8ef1ec11d4599e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID-itWzsQE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ James has just completed rebuilding my back stairs, and, once again, he has done a fantastic job.  He had replaced the floor of my porch …”
- Crown molding and custom paneling installation _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNHdnUzMG53RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x1d8ef1ec11d4599e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICGvu30nwE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ James is excellent carpenter, a fine fellow, and is very easy to deal with.  James did crown or other mouldings in a half dozen rooms for…”
- Custom furniture building — dressers, benches, shelving _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xBNVFXOUhaRkJUY0ZjNFp6WTBiM0ZqTTFGU2JWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x1d8ef1ec11d4599e!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlA5QW9HZFBTcFc4ZzY0b3FjM1FSbVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had an absolutely fantastic experience with McIntosh Carpentry! James built us three custom dressers in very tricky spaces and the fin…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMta1BPbFJnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x1d8ef1ec11d4599e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIC-kPOlRg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ James was excellent to work with and his work is beautiful. He  gave an  estimate and was upfront about expected costs. I showed him a fe…”
- Also offers General Contractor / Remodeling _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pRM1JIWXpaR1l0V0U1UU1XUnVNMDgxYlhCdlVWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x1d8ef1ec11d4599e!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjQ3RHYzZGYtWE5QMWRuM081bXBvUVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We have worked with James for three house remodeling projects- our kitchen, bathroom, and four season porch- and we have loved all of the…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNqaUtHeEp3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x1d8ef1ec11d4599e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICjiKGxJw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Absolutely fantastic contractor, truly one of the good guys. I worked with James to fix up two bathrooms and he was amazing. Punctual, ef…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ2M3EtbzN3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x1d8ef1ec11d4599e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID63q-o3wE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ James does excellent work. We’ve hired him for large and small projects (from a new kitchen including removing walls and a stairway to de…”
- Specializes in Carpentry _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25GaVNrTnpkbGhVVWs5emF6SXhZakF6VW5Bek4yYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x1d8ef1ec11d4599e!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnFiSkNzdlhUUk9zazIxYjAzUnAzN2c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I received Jame's contact info from one of his repeat clients who raved about his work.  James has now replaced my small front porch, and…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xBNVFXOUhaRkJUY0ZjNFp6WTBiM0ZqTTFGU2JWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x1d8ef1ec11d4599e!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlA5QW9HZFBTcFc4ZzY0b3FjM1FSbVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had an absolutely fantastic experience with McIntosh Carpentry! James built us three custom dressers in very tricky spaces and the fin…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNvLVppTGFnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x1d8ef1ec11d4599e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMCo-ZiLag%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ James built and installed built-in cabinets and bookshelves to surround our fireplace last month. We're very happy with the result! James…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQxcGZDajJnRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x1d8ef1ec11d4599e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID1pfCj2gE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We hired McIntosh Carpentry to build a fireplace mantle and adjacent barn door covering several storage drawers.  For wood we used 160-ye…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNHdnUzMG53RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x1d8ef1ec11d4599e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICGvu30nwE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ James is excellent carpenter, a fine fellow, and is very easy to deal with.  James did crown or other mouldings in a half dozen rooms for…”
- Also offers Kitchen Remodel _(confidence: low)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pRM1JIWXpaR1l0V0U1UU1XUnVNMDgxYlhCdlVWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x1d8ef1ec11d4599e!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjQ3RHYzZGYtWE5QMWRuM081bXBvUVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We have worked with James for three house remodeling projects- our kitchen, bathroom, and four season porch- and we have loved all of the…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ2M3EtbzN3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x1d8ef1ec11d4599e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID63q-o3wE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ James does excellent work. We’ve hired him for large and small projects (from a new kitchen including removing walls and a stairway to de…”
- Also offers Bathroom Remodel _(confidence: low)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pRM1JIWXpaR1l0V0U1UU1XUnVNMDgxYlhCdlVWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x1d8ef1ec11d4599e!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjQ3RHYzZGYtWE5QMWRuM081bXBvUVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We have worked with James for three house remodeling projects- our kitchen, bathroom, and four season porch- and we have loved all of the…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNqaUtHeEp3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x1d8ef1ec11d4599e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICjiKGxJw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Absolutely fantastic contractor, truly one of the good guys. I worked with James to fix up two bathrooms and he was amazing. Punctual, ef…”

## License

Status: **not_found** — verified against the official MA state registry, never self-reported.
Re-check at the official registry: https://contractorhub.mass.gov/s/hic-contractor-search

## Sources

- [BuildZoom](https://www.buildzoom.com/contractor/james-mcintosh): Listed on this source
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=McIntosh%20Carpentry&query_place_id=ChIJKR1N6wsD44kRnlnUEezxjh0): Listed on this source
- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=McIntosh%20Carpentry&query_place_id=ChIJKR1N6wsD44kRnlnUEezxjh0): 5.0★ from 48 ratings

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Deborah DeGalla · 2026-07-12**: I received Jame's contact info from one of his repeat clients who raved about his work.  James has now replaced my small front porch, and constructed a new composite deck on the back of my house on top of old cement slab.  He is a pleasure to work with, very detailed, does what he commits to and dur…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Diane Deplonty · 2026-04-29**: We’ve been working with James since 2019, and every experience has been above and beyond. His work is impeccable, he is reasonably priced, and his professionalism is top-notch. He is also extremely pleasant, helpful, and easy to work with. He has done projects for us ranging from building work table…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · K Samp · 2026-03-19**: We have worked with James for three house remodeling projects- our kitchen, bathroom, and four season porch- and we have loved all of the results. James is responsive, reliable, amazingly hard working, and skilled. He's our first call when we need help with a home project. He's spent so much time in…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Eileen Forgue · 2026-01-16**: James’ work is amazing. He is meticulous and creative. Highly recommend him!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Sophie Dier · 2025-10-14**: We had an absolutely fantastic experience with McIntosh Carpentry! James built us three custom dressers in very tricky spaces and the finished product is just beautiful and highly functional. His design has given us abundant storage and looks very attractive in the spaces. James was wonderful to com…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Erinn Gilson · 2025-04-18**: James built and installed built-in cabinets and bookshelves to surround our fireplace last month. We're very happy with the result! James is an efficient, skilled carpenter and customized the cabinets to be both functional and aesthetically pleasing. He paid close attention to details (like adjustab…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Adam Abruzzi · 2024-04-28**: From our first call all the way up to the completed work, James was awesome.
-He explained everything and answered any questions we had.
-He made a last second change for us that was ABOVE AND BEYOND.
-His work blew away our expectations

I could not possibly recommend him any more. You won't regret…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Alina Orlovskaya · 2024-04-17**: Absolutely fantastic contractor, truly one of the good guys. I worked with James to fix up two bathrooms and he was amazing. Punctual, efficient, with great quality work at a reasonable price. He put in thought in his work and found the best way to fix the problem. At the same time he worked hard to…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Nathaniel Forgue · 2024-01-08**: We hired McIntosh Carpentry to build a fireplace mantle and adjacent barn door covering several storage drawers.  For wood we used 160-year-old, reclaimed, pine from a local historical building.   This was a unique project that changed the appearance of a major gathering area in our home and require…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Durable Painting · 2023-08-06**: James has helped us over the last 10 years with various projects. He is always professional and reliable. James’s work is always the finest quality. Highly recommended.
Victoria

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