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Typical Greater Boston range for this kind of work, from regional averages — not a quote from Schoolhouse Construction Inc.. 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
Dated Cape houses are the work here. A 1960s kitchen and bath in a January 2024 review, an outdated 1980s bathroom in April 2025, a kitchen taken down to the studs in August 2025 with a large window moved and a wall extended to make room for a bar — Schoolhouse Construction's reviewers keep describing the same kind of job: a tired Cape interior pulled apart and rebuilt. It is a Harwich design-build shop run by Kevin and Lorrie Blute — he is CEO and president, she is project manager and interior designer — and the company says it was established in 1993 and has been local to Harwich for more than 30 years. Most of the reviews name them both, with Kevin on the build and Lorrie on the design and the selections. A June 2026 reviewer wanted an old wood-burning fireplace converted to gas without the ugly insert; Kevin drew up the plans and assembled the crews to do it, the manufacturer, plumber and electrician among them. A May 2026 client had the kitchen, dining room and living room remodeled together. Going back further, a July 2023 reviewer described a deck rebuilt in TimberTech PVC with lighting added to the rails, and on a 2022 job covering a bathroom, a bedroom closet and new windows, the homeowner wrote that the company spotted a leakage issue and offered a solution. People come back. One reviewer in June 2024 was on a second contract, that time a large exterior project; another in December 2022 listed two bathrooms, a kitchen refresh, a new deck and the whole interior painted. A May 2023 reviewer credited Lorrie with setting a realistic budget and then helping hold to it, and a November 2025 reviewer described the subcontractors as professional, efficient, respectful and tidy. The Massachusetts home improvement contractor registration is active on the state registry. Houzz and the company's own site also list construction supervisor licence 053147, and the Houzz profile puts typical job cost between $1,000 and $150,000 — a wide enough span that it is worth pinning down early where your project lands. One thing to check: the site gives the service area as Harwich and Chatham, while the Porch profile lists a much wider stretch of the Cape. For a Cape Cod homeowner modernizing a tired kitchen, bath or whole interior who wants the design and the construction to come from the same two people, this is that kind of outfit. Confirm they cover your town, and get the allowances for cabinets, fixtures and finishes written into the contract — the selections work is a large part of what people here hired them for.
Kevin and Laurie are a perfect pair to get the job done right and look fabulous, we wanted to update our old fireplace from wood burning to gas but not an ugly insert, Kevin draw up the plans and assembled the crews to make it happen from manufacturer, plumber, electrician, builders, etc. and was there throughout, Laurie stepped in with good advice on what looked right and would not, we were beyond pleased with the results and the price was not outrageous, highly recommend
Schoolhouse Construction did the remodel of our kitchen, dining room, and living room. Working with Kevin & Lorrie was a great experience from start to finish. They were responsive, professional, and helped us turn our outdated space into a modern, functional area. Highly recommend for anyone looking to remodel.
We had a great experience working with Schoolhouse Construction. Kevin and Lorrie worked with us as we redesigned and updated a primary bedroom, bathroom and walk-in closet as well a beverage center/bar area for our family room. They are extremely effective in their roles. They are honest, reliable, responsive and pragmatic. Their team is comprised of extremely talented tradespeople who worked seamlessly to complete the project to our satisfaction. We were extremely impressed with their professionalism and the outcome!
Kevin and Lorrie Blute, owners of Schoolhouse Construction Inc., go above and beyond to make their clients dreams come true. They take care of all the details and keep you informed every step of the way. Their subcontractors are professional, efficient, respectful and tidy. I am so pleased with my new kitchen! It is beautiful! Thank you to all involved in the complete makeover.
We hired Schoolhouse Construction to do a complete renovation of our kitchen. The project involved removing everything right down to the studs, moving a large window, extending a wall and adding a bar area. When we initially spoke with them, they gave us confidence that they would help us create the kitchen we really wanted. Lorrie and Kevin work very well together as a team. Lorrie envisions the possibilities and offers suggestions from her experience on many previous jobs. She set up appointments and accompanied us to the various suppliers as we chose cabinets, counter tops, tile and plumbing fixtures. She worked with the vendors to get us the best price. Lorrie brought us several home-cooked meals during the process and her culinary skills are outstanding! Kevin handled the construction and scheduled the various subcontractors. Kevin is very affable and easy to work with. He was always present to meet the subcontractors and introduce them to us. The subcontractors came when expected, did high quality work and cleaned up when finished. They were very personable and willing to answer questions while on the job, They gave us the impression that they enjoyed working with Schoolhouse and wanted us to be happy with the results. We are extremely pleased with our new kitchen created by Schoolhouse. We very much enjoyed working with them and seeing the project come together. They stayed on time and on budget. We highly recommend Schoolhouse Construction and would certainly hire them again. Lorrie and Kevin are the people you really want to have by your side when doing your renovation.
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Sunroom addition chosen over two rival bids4.3
2009 Remodeling Magazine Big 50 Award3.7
Cape Cod permit history3.7
Custom cabinetry3.2
17 building permits between 2017 and 20243.9
Owners on siteNot yet rated
Strong bathroom conversion3.7