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Typical Greater Boston range for this kind of work, from regional averages — not a quote from Shoreline Builders, 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
A 2024 homeowner described renovating a farmhouse built in the 1870s with Shoreline Builders. Two other homeowners that March wrote about a replacement home after structural problems and a complete gut remodel with an expansion. Based in Scituate, Shoreline is a family-run design-build firm focused on custom homes and large additions and renovations around Boston's South Shore. The company says it has worked in the area for over two decades; BBB dates its start to 2001. BBB identifies James Wolffer as owner and Judith Wolffer as director, while the company site describes Jim Wolffer leading the firm, Judy handling office operations, and son Taylor on the management team. The written accounts span 2015 to 2024, with the older reviews describing past work rather than current practice. In a 2023 review, one homeowner looked back on a major renovation completed in 2018; another said in 2023 that the family had moved into its new home four years earlier. Houzz reviewers writing in 2015 and 2016 recalled a 2013–14 sunroom, a 2010 expansion followed by three smaller projects, and a custom home with clearly laid-out timelines and costs. One Houzz reviewer was an architect describing work alongside the firm, rather than a homeowner describing a job. The Massachusetts registry confirms Shoreline's home improvement contractor registration 134214 as active. BuildZoom also lists a separate HIC number, 177784, as inactive/cancelled; that directory entry is distinct from the registry-confirmed 134214. BuildZoom's employee block includes Dominic Donofrio and Gary Gaffney under owner labels alongside James Wolffer and James T Wolffer, while the company site and BBB identify Wolffer family leadership. The extra directory entries may reflect profile aggregation and do not establish Donofrio or Gaffney as owners. A 2015 Houzz reviewer said they spent months pursuing an Azek railing warranty three years after the work. For a large build or renovation, ask who will handle warranty follow-up and get the scope, schedule, and warranty process in writing. The dated project history points to a firm geared toward custom homes and substantial whole-home work.
“Shoreline in Scituate”
There aren't enough stars to express my gratitude for Shoreline Builders and the Wolffer family! We have had the great privilege of working with Shoreline on two home renovations. Most recently, we renovated a farmhouse built in the 1870's. Jim and his team worked with us through every stage of the project from the design, to getting approval from the historic commission, to repurposing the wood from the original house into one of a kind features. Shoreline helped us turn a crazy dream into our reality. I highly recommend Shoreline Builders!
When my wife and I realized that for structural reasons, we would not be able to save our home of twenty eight years, we interviewed a number of contractors to construct our new home. Without a doubt, Jim Wolffer, of Shoreline Builders stood out from the rest. Together with Steve Baczek, an architect that works with Jim on Design Build projects, worked with us to collaborate and design a fabulous home that we absolutely love. Jim's attention to detail, combined with putting together the best subcontractor team on the south shore, guaranteed a successful and top quality project of which we are very proud. Every detail in every room shows it. Jim, along with his son Taylor, always put the best interest of the client first and we will always appreciate the special care and concern they put into our home. Thank you Jim. Bob and Kathy Asmar
Shoreline Builders did a complete gut remodel and expansion of our home. From the initial meeting through completion, Jim, Taylor and their team did an outstanding job. We could not have been more pleased with the communication, professionalism, quality of craftsmanship and care they exhibited throughout the whole project. The end product came out better than we could have ever imagined. Highly recommend you consider them for your home renovation.
In 2018 we did a significant renovation on our current home. Shoreline Builders did an amazing job from start to finish! What could have been a very stressful experience was seamless and enjoyable thanks to Jim and his crew's professionalism, reliability, incredible talent and ability to manage our expectations. I appreciated that Jim always made himself available throughout the process to meet and discuss the project. He had valuable insight and was a great communicator - always keeping me up to date and on a schedule so I was never rushed into making a rash decision. He also has a wonderful demeanor - calm and a real problem solver. Shoreline Builders don't just build but they go above and beyond even with the most minor of details. Everything they do feels customized and special. We were so happy with our house renovation that this year they built our pool house as well. Although the pool house was a much smaller project - the attention to detail was the same top quality. Since the renovation, Jim and Taylor have helped us on numerous occasions - even with particularly small jobs - really living up to the promise that we are a "client for life". I know when I call them - whatever the issue is - big or small - that they will not only get it done but get it done right. I highly recommend Jim and Taylor!
Jim, Taylor and company are the best!! Five years ago I met them as I began my journey of building my forever home. I moved in four years ago and couldn't be happier!!! They are simply the nicest, most qualified detail oriented folks I know! Anytime someone new comes to my house they remark how much they love it and how welcoming it is. Thanks to Shoreline Builders I have my very own Oasis!!! If you're building or renovating you owe it to yourself to check out Shoreline, you won't regret it!!!
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1 change recorded — last scanned Jul 31, 2026.
Deck rebuilds4.4
2026 review calls crew reliable, meticulous3.8
Active HIC license3.6
Trim matched to a house's original woodwork4.8