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Typical Greater Boston range for this kind of work, from regional averages — not a quote from S+H Construction. Use it to sanity-check bids, then get the real number in writing.
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$23,000 – $35,000
Typical remodeling project around $29,000
S+H Construction has been renovating homes around Cambridge and Belmont for decades — the company puts its own history at 45 years, and Better Business Bureau records list it even longer, at 47. It holds an active Massachusetts home improvement contractor license and an A+ BBB grade, and Houzz credits it with eight design awards plus wins like BRAGB Remodeler of the Year in 2013 and Best of Boston Home in 2015 and 2016. The reviews describe full-scale renovation work: a kitchen remodel that touched carpentry, electrical, plumbing, plastering, painting and backsplash work, finished on schedule; a large deck and retaining wall project from 2023; a whole-home remodel in Lexington completed in 2024-25; and, more recently, a repair of four rooms damaged by ice dams. Project manager Tracey Litt is named repeatedly and credited with keeping clients informed and jobs on schedule, including one out-of-state homeowner during the ice-dam repair. One review from May 2025 tells a very different story — a customer described the work as falling apart within months, called the contractors careless, and said the same project manager (named there as Tracy) and a director named Ed were dismissive. It's a sharp contrast to the consistent praise elsewhere for the same person's work, and worth asking about directly. For a full kitchen or bath remodel, a historic restoration, or a multi-room renovation in the Boston area, S+H's award history and licensed status back up the bulk of what customers describe. Given the one serious complaint, confirm the warranty terms and who on the team will be managing the day-to-day work before signing.
We hired S&H Construction of Belmont MA to remodel our kitchen, they did a superb job all the way: carpentry, electrical work, plumbing, plastering, painting, and backsplash according to a schedule they planned. They did it right on schedule.Tracey Litt supervised it with friendliness and professionalism, We would happily bring this company back for any work in the future. Our new kitchen is beautiful: Thank you, Tracy and all the workers for a wonderful experience.
It's always a pleasure to work with S&H Construction. They have excellent contractors in any trade you need. Their on-site management keeps all jobs running well and on time.
We have been S+H customers since 2013 when we bought our 'needs everything' 2-family. From major renos, to the medium-sized bits and pieces of work that just accumulate over time, they have always been there for us with transparent pricing, superb communication and coordination with subcontractors (and great subcontractors), and thoughtful guidance overall. We are incredibly fortunately, specifically, to have Pat as our GC. He is almost like a member of the family at this point and I am always impressed with the level of service, advocacy and overall project management he brings to our jobs, big and small.
We worked with S + H Construction on two separate occasions, and I can say without hesitation that they’ve earned our complete and total trust and satisfaction. In 2023 they tackled a large deck and retaining wall for us – a significant project that they executed beautifully. The craftsmanship was outstanding and the results have held up perfectly. Fast-forward to this year, they came back to help us prepare a home for sale with a number of smaller projects and, once again, delivered exactly what we needed right when we needed it. What sets S + H apart is their project management. Our project manager was exceptional – organized, communicative, and clearly on top of every detail. Just as impressive were the subcontractors they brought in– highly skilled trades people who took real pride in their work. Assembling that caliber of team on your own would take ages and, honestly, I’m not sure I could’ve done it. Yes, management fees reflect the premium service they provide. But when you weigh that against the time saved, the stress avoided, and the quality of the finished product, it is absolutely worth every penny. You’re not just paying for labor, you’re paying for expertise, coordination, and peace of mind. If you want the job done right, by people who genuinely care about the outcome, look no further than S + H Construction. We wouldn’t hesitate to call them again.
My husband, an architect, and I have nothing but superlatives to describe the work S+H did remodeling our Lexington home in 2024-25. Everyone we encountered--in the office, on the job, and subcontractors--were skilled professionals. We are completely happy with the remodel and will turn to S+H again when we tackle the last piece, our kitchen.
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Owner-led communication4.8
Prompt response after leaks and floods4.4
Fast boiler repair4.3
Dormers and additions up to $225K3.1
Talked out of unneeded replacements4.5
Multi-trade basement finishes4.9