# Teheen Construction

**Trade:** Carpentry · **Address:** 26 Skytop Rd, Ipswich, MA · **Phone:** (978) 836-6969 · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 2.7/5** (low confidence) — from 5 reviews across 7 sources.
80% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 0 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

Teheen Construction is an Ipswich, MA carpentry and remodeling company run by owner Michael Teheen, whose Houzz profile lists an extensive menu of trim, crown molding, custom cabinetry, built-ins and doors — the kind of finish carpentry the company is filed under on that platform. BBB records list a Massachusetts construction license (#149787) for the business, and BuildZoom separately reports the same license as active as of its last check in March 2026.

The five written reviews on file run from 2016 to 2021, and the more recent ones describe substantial projects done well. In a 2021 review, a customer said Mike and his crew repaired and replaced portions of a rotting foundation, calling the company "efficient and thorough" and describing Mike putting in long days to make the new foundation solid. A 2020 review described the crew as early, clean and organized, with Mike explaining options as unexpected issues came up mid-project. In 2018, one customer said Michael and his team demolished an old bathroom and built a new one "professionally, accurately and efficiently," with excellent communication throughout, and another Houzz review that year credited the company with sticking to budget and timeline and staying available for questions.

There's also one sharply negative account among the five reviews on file. A 2016 review described the company as not showing up on time, working half days, and charging about $4,000 more than quoted, calling the finished work subpar. It's the only account of its kind, and it's now a decade old — but worth asking about directly, especially around scheduling and how estimates are handled.

For carpentry, foundation repair, or a full bathroom rebuild, the 2018–2021 reviews describe a company that communicates well and finishes carefully; given how few written reviews there are and how much time has passed since the most recent one, it's worth asking for references from recent work before booking.

**Strengths:**
- Foundation repair — a 2021 review called the crew efficient and thorough
- Clean, organized crews — 2020 review cites early arrivals and clear updates
- Bathroom rebuild — 2018 review praised accurate, well-coordinated work
- Budget and timeline — Houzz reviewer said the company stuck to both

**Concerns:**
- 2016 complaint — no-shows, half days, and a $4,000 overcharge
- Thin recent history — most recent review dates to January 2021

## Claims & citations

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

- Houzz files Teheen Construction as Woodworkers & Carpenters, with a service list built around trim, crown molding, custom cabinetry, built-ins, and interior and exterior doors. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/woodworkers-and-carpenters/teheen-construction-pfvwus-pf~1546685565) — “Services offered (Houzz): Baseboard Installation, Bifold Doors, Cabinet Installation, Carpentry, Crown Molding Installation, Custom Bathroom…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/woodworkers-and-carpenters/teheen-construction-pfvwus-pf~1546685565) — “Houzz profile for TEHEEN CONSTRUCTION of Ipswich, MA — the right business (same town, and the sole review names Michael, matching BBB's owne…”
- BBB records list a Massachusetts Board of Building Regulations and Standards construction license, number 149787, expiring February 22, 2027. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/ipswich/profile/hardware-sales/teheen-construction-0021-524876) — “Licence listed on Better Business Bureau: BBB records show a license number of 149787 for this business, issued by Massachusetts Board of Bu…”
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/ipswich/profile/hardware-sales/teheen-construction-0021-524876) — “BBB profile for Teheen Construction at 26 Skytop Rd, Ipswich MA 01938, phone (978) 836-6969 — both matching this row exactly; not BBB accred…”
- BuildZoom reports the same license, #149787, as active as of its last check in March 2026. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [BuildZoom](https://www.buildzoom.com/contractor/teheen-construction) — “Listed certification: BuildZoom Verified License #149787 (Home Improvement Contractor, MA, verified active March 2026)”
  - [BuildZoom](https://www.buildzoom.com/contractor/teheen-construction) — “BuildZoom profile for Teheen Construction (Ipswich, MA) confirms an active MA Home Improvement Contractor license #149787 (verified active M…”
- A 2021 review said Mike and his crew repaired and replaced portions of a rotting foundation, calling the company efficient and thorough and describing long days spent to make the new foundation solid. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://maps.google.com/?cid=5147646893894239825&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) — “5★ Teheen Construction is efficient and thorough. Mike and his crew repaired & replaced portions of our rotting foundation and I couldn't ha…”
- A 2020 review described the crew as early, clean, and organized, with Mike explaining options as unexpected issues came up mid-project. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://maps.google.com/?cid=5147646893894239825&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) — “5★ Very professional. Mike and his crew were always early and very very clean and organized. As to be expected with any project there was a …”
- A 2018 review said Michael and his team demolished an old bathroom and built a new one professionally, accurately, and efficiently, with excellent communication throughout. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://maps.google.com/?cid=5147646893894239825&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) — “5★ Michael Teheen and his team demolished an old, outdated bathroom and completed a new one for us. They did the job professionally, accurat…”
- A 2018 Houzz review credited the company with sticking to budget and timeline and staying available for questions. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/woodworkers-and-carpenters/teheen-construction-pfvwus-pf~1546685565) — “5★ Highly recommend. Michael and his team stick to budget and timeline. Michael is always available for questions and advice. High quality w…”
- A 2016 review described the company as not showing up on time, working half days, and charging about $4,000 more than quoted, calling the finished work subpar. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://maps.google.com/?cid=5147646893894239825&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) — “1★ Worst experience I've had with a contractor. Did not show up on time, worked half days, and charged me 4 grand more than I was quoted. AN…”
- Specializes in Carpentry _(confidence: high)_
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/woodworkers-and-carpenters/teheen-construction-pfvwus-pf~1546685565) — “Houzz profile for Teheen Construction (Ipswich, MA) shows a 5.0 rating from 1 review and one Houzz Award; categorized as Woodworkers & Carpe…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/woodworkers-and-carpenters/teheen-construction-pfvwus-pf~1546685565) — “Services offered (Houzz): Baseboard Installation, Bifold Doors, Cabinet Installation, Carpentry, Crown Molding Installation, Custom Bathroom…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/woodworkers-and-carpenters/teheen-construction-pfvwus-pf~1546685565) — “Houzz profile for TEHEEN CONSTRUCTION of Ipswich, MA — the right business (same town, and the sole review names Michael, matching BBB's owne…”
- Also offers General Contractor / Remodeling _(confidence: medium)_
  - [BuildZoom](https://www.buildzoom.com/contractor/teheen-construction) — “BuildZoom profile for Teheen Construction (Ipswich, MA) confirms an active MA Home Improvement Contractor license #149787 (verified active M…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://maps.google.com/?cid=5147646893894239825&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) — “5★ Very professional. Mike and his crew were always early and very very clean and organized. As to be expected with any project there was a …”
- Also offers Waterproofing / Foundation _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://maps.google.com/?cid=5147646893894239825&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) — “5★ Teheen Construction is efficient and thorough. Mike and his crew repaired & replaced portions of our rotting foundation and I couldn't ha…”
- Also offers Bathroom Remodel _(confidence: medium)_
  - [BuildZoom](https://www.buildzoom.com/contractor/teheen-construction) — “BuildZoom profile for Teheen Construction (Ipswich, MA) confirms an active MA Home Improvement Contractor license #149787 (verified active M…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://maps.google.com/?cid=5147646893894239825&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) — “5★ Michael Teheen and his team demolished an old, outdated bathroom and completed a new one for us. They did the job professionally, accurat…”

## 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

- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Teheen%20Construction&query_place_id=ChIJtw8sSdwh44kRUYa1m5MdcEc): Listed on this source
- [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/woodworkers-and-carpenters/teheen-construction-pfvwus-pf~1546685565): 5.0★ from 1 ratings
- [Yelp](https://www.yelp.com/biz/teheen-construction-salem): Listed on this source
- [Exa](https://localitybiz.com/35054071/teheen-construction-ipswich): 8 web mentions across the open web (each linked to its source)
- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Teheen%20Construction&query_place_id=ChIJtw8sSdwh44kRUYa1m5MdcEc): 4.0★ from 4 ratings
- [BuildZoom](https://www.buildzoom.com/contractor/teheen-construction): Listed on this source
- [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/ipswich/profile/hardware-sales/teheen-construction-0021-524876): Listed on this source

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Mike Fast · 2021-01-28**: Teheen Construction is efficient and thorough. Mike and his crew repaired & replaced portions of our rotting foundation and I couldn't have asked for a better experience. Mike went above and beyond to make sure our new foundation is very solid, putting in some really long days. His finishing work on…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Jesse · 2020-10-10**: Very professional. Mike and his crew were always early and very very clean and organized. As to be expected with any project there was a few surprises while taking a house apart. During these instances Mike went out of his way to explain what could be done while giving me many scenarios and options …
- **5/5 · Houzz · Sharon B · 2018-08-17**: Highly recommend. Michael and his team stick to budget and timeline. Michael is always available for questions and advice. High quality work.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Julia Kurtz · 2018-04-28**: Michael Teheen and his team demolished an old, outdated bathroom and completed a new one for us. They did the job professionally, accurately and efficiently. All aspects were well coordinated, communication between us was excellent, and everyone involved put in a hard day's work, never leaving a mes…
- **1/5 · Google Reviews · Buster Douglas · 2016-12-01**: Worst experience I've had with a contractor. Did not show up on time, worked half days, and charged me 4 grand more than I was quoted. AND work was subpar. This man is a hack. Do NOT do business with this man.... Will post pictures later.

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