6 Home Renovation Tips for a Successful DIY Project
Looking to tread into DIY waters? There are many home projects where you need a designer and contractor’s help to fulfill your vision, but there are certainly those small projects
Remodels
High-End Ceilings Are Something to Look Up To
A home renovation is an exciting time. You’re probably thinking about all the possibilities and making checklists of everything to include: New countertops, flooring, tiles, fixtures, and features. You may
Range Hood Styles in Your “Hood”
There are not many features in kitchen design that are as versatile as a range hood. You can select a hood that draws attention or you can pick an understated
Partnering with Wellborn Cabinet for Quality and Style
The quality of cabinetry we place in our clients’ homes is of the highest caliber. In high-end kitchen and bath renovations, cabinetry is a focal point. So naturally, selecting beautiful
How to Live Comfortably in Your Home During a Remodel
Our clients’ ability to live comfortably during their home renovation is very important to us. We know how difficult it is to be displaced, so we want to minimize that
Ask the Builder: How to Renovation-Proof Your Relationship
Dear JMC, I’ve heard that a marriage that can survive a major home remodel can survive anything. What can we do to make this process less stressful and more fun?
Collaboration Helps Us Improve Our Business Processes
How do we improve our business processes? For us, it’s all about collaboration. We have been members of Remodelers Advantage for the past three years. Remodelers Advantage brings remodeling professionals
Cost vs Value: Should you renovate your bathroom this year?
The 2020 Cost vs Value Report from Remodeling Magazine is out and the numbers are in for bathroom remodels—an upscale bathroom renovation in Boston could offer a return on investment
5 Home Maintenance Tasks You Shouldn’t Ignore
It’s both good and bad that most problems that end up requiring expensive repairs can be prevented easily with some home maintenance. Most modern homeowners are too busy to be
Renovate to Suit Your Needs: A Solution for a Retired Needham Couple
Meet the Wilsons. They are a recently retired couple from Needham who have been enjoying more free time than ever before. When we met them several years ago, we learned
Other Blog Posts
Home Renovations for Dogs: Washing Stations, Built-In Pet Beds, & More
We love our pets and always want the best for them. So when planning your next renovation, don’t forget to consider your dogs’ needs in
New England Interior Design Trends Through the Ages
A renovation project isn’t just a great way to expand the possibilities of your kitchen or upgrade your bathroom; it’s also a prime time to
Partnering with Wellborn Cabinet for Quality and Style
The quality of cabinetry we place in our clients’ homes is of the highest caliber. In high-end kitchen and bath renovations, cabinetry is a focal
JM Construction Named 2020 Contractor of the Year
Last month we were honored with a 2020 Contractor of the Year award by the only local association dedicated to remodeling, the Eastern Massachusetts division
Surround Your Fireplace with Style
With fall fast upon us and cold weather on the scene, your fireplace is likely already calling your name. While also practical, well-styled fireplaces tend
Set Your Feet on Radiant Heat: Your Next Smart Purchase for Your Older Home
There’s a growing trend with the renovation of older homes, and it’s one that absolutely floors us – radiant floor heating.All puns aside, the benefits
How to Live Comfortably in Your Home During a Remodel
Our clients’ ability to live comfortably during their home renovation is very important to us. We know how difficult it is to be displaced, so
What Your Home Remodel Needs to Host Great Parties
Two years ago, Kerri and Ajay Batra bought a 20-year-old custom Hopkinton home that was designed with entertaining in mind. These two busy doctors, their
Bespoke Cabinets, Built-ins, and Vanities | The Trifecta of Custom Woodworking
Need wall-to-wall or floor-to-ceiling built-ins nestled into oddly shaped spaces? Or an extra narrow linen closet? No problem. If you dream it, we will build it.
Inspiring Accessory Buildings: Venturing into “Outer Space”
Though Boston’s MetroWest is known for suffocating restrictions on certain types of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), those restrictions are beginning to lift. They’re also only
Ask the Builder: How to Renovation-Proof Your Relationship
Dear JMC, I’ve heard that a marriage that can survive a major home remodel can survive anything. What can we do to make this process
3 Advantages to the Design/Build Approach
We are big supporters of the design/build approach, in which one contractor handles both tasks. JM Construction sees the benefits this brings to our clients
Collaboration Helps Us Improve Our Business Processes
How do we improve our business processes? For us, it’s all about collaboration. We have been members of Remodelers Advantage for the past three years.
Helping Habitat for Humanity on a Local Holliston Home
Giving back to our community is a value that we all share here at JM Construction. Jeff McLinden, president and founder, built the company and
Five Accent Lighting Ideas We Love
After combing through our recent renovation projects, we were “turned on” by the many different ways our designers and homeowners are lighting up their spaces.
Six Ways to Future-Proof Your Bathroom During Your Next Remodel
Dear JM Construction, I’m finally gearing up to remodel my main bathroom. I’m planning on making this my forever home, so I’d like to be
Cost vs Value: Should you renovate your bathroom this year?
The 2020 Cost vs Value Report from Remodeling Magazine is out and the numbers are in for bathroom remodels—an upscale bathroom renovation in Boston could
Reach for the Brass Ring: Why Brass Fixtures Are Still a Winner
Back in the 1980s, gold-brass accents were everywhere. Knobs. Ornate chandeliers. Door and cabinet hinges. Bathroom faucets. Shiny, loud, and quite proud, the brass of
Making a Difference in Our Community
JM Construction values our employees being active and committed members of our communities. Our president, Jeff McLinden, has encouraged this community involvement because it’s always
From a Blank Canvas: An Inside Look at Creating a Custom Art Studio
When visual artist and writer Ingrid Ludt sought to create a private studio, two things came to mind: a lovely, secluded spot in her backyard