Worcester is a culturally diverse city with a large immigrant population. In fact, 22% of its current residents were born outside of the country. The Vietnamese, Puerto Rican, and Albanian are just some of the communities represented. Sometimes they struggle with language barriers: they need someone with great patience and understanding.
The best custom home builders in Worcester are listed below, the firms that have helped some newcomers translate their American dreams into a reality
BRENDON PROPERTIES
259 Turnpike Road, Suite 110, Southborough, MA 01772
For over 40 years, Brendon Properties has been building high-quality homes that exceed client’s expectations. They can do this because of their commitment and passion for building people’s dream homes. Their outstanding craftsmanship and dynamic, quality-driven team help realize the clients’ desires and needs. They make the clients feel that the new space is one that they can call “home.”
Brendon Properties has also been recognized regionally and nationally. They have accreditation from the Better Business Bureau and have won plenty of awards, namely the 2019 BRAGB Prism Awards, the 2015 Legends of the Industry Awards, and the Prism Award in 2016 and 2011. They were also featured in media outlets such as the Worcester Telegram, Boston Magazine, The Swellesley Report, and Boston Real Estate Times.
This craftsman-style house at 64 Cartwright Road is remarkable. The firm’s craftsmanship can be seen on the arched front porch cover and tapered columns. A simple yet intricate design that gives it a luxurious feel. The tall windows bring plenty of sunlight inside. The connected garage makes getting to your vehicle in the winter easy and comfortable.
J.E.P. CONTRACTING
22 West Street, No. 23, Millbury, MA 01527
J.E.P. Contracting follows a design-build process and owner Patrick Perkins manages that process. He is the designer and project manager and he will be with the client from start to finish. He doesn’t have to pass the project on to someone else, and lose information and intuition in the process. This process means the project is within budget and finished on time. Patrick understands the goals of his clients and he regularly explains the progress of the project through the firm’s cloud-based system, BuiderTrend. Patrick’s projects are stress-free and the end result reflects the client’s personality, taste, and desires.
Patrick and his team renovated this stunning lakehouse in West Brookfield by Lake Lashaway. They relocated the kitchen and opened up the first floor to provide a bigger living space and give a better view of the water. They also added bay windows and updated the fireplace with a stone feature. The overlooking master bedroom was also revamped, along with the addition of two more bedrooms, a half bath, and a full bath. They also replaced the deck at the back of the house with a maintenance-free system.
BURGESS HOMES
16 South St. Paxton, MA 01612
Burgess Homes offers full-service home building. They first do a one-on-one consultation with the clients to lay all the needs, expectations, and goals. That step also includes getting the basics done: the material selection, room layouts, size of the build, and any additional concerns for the project. Customer service and attention to detail are important to the firm as these details are crucial in getting the project right. After that, the firm executes a panelized building system, an energy-efficient way to build where they use innovative techniques, high-quality materials, and a controlled work environment that gets the job done in less time. They also partner with other expert craftsmen to further ensure that the project is built in the best way possible.
The company remodeled a solar-powered colonial house in Worcester to make it more energy-efficient. This required stripping two layers of siding and windows. They removed all the aluminum cladding and replaced it with a solid PVC trim. They also used Tyvek as a water-resistant barrier for the new Anderson bay windows and avoided adding too much R-2 and EPS foam to minimize detailing issues. It is a simple upgrade but would make a difference inside and to the overall energy use.
MCGOVERN DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
P.O. Box 478, Sutton, MA 01590
Over 60 residential homes have been completed since McGovern Development Corporation opened its doors 25 years ago. They’re also behind the Millbury Savings Banks build and other commercial projects like medical facilities and distribution centers. The expertise of over 10 in-house master builders, craftsmen, local architects, and an excellent management team allowed them to achieve their goals on these projects. The firm’s integrity and high standards also played a significant part in its success. Whether the project is big or small, this firm can do it, even up to 35,000 cubic feet of space.
The project that they did on this classical house in Bella Rosa Drive in Millbury is incredible. The home was built with careful attention to its intricate details and the symmetry of the windows and columns. The windows were also big enough to bring in ample amounts of sunlight. They also added striking stonework on the exterior for a more durable look and finish.
HOLLERBROOK BUILDERS, LLC.
736 Boston Post Road, Sudbury, MA 01776
Hollerbrook Builders has been specializing in general contracting for over 25 years. Their experience and knowledge allow them to walk the client through the first concept, through all the following stages, and then to the project’s completion. They are considered top luxury builders by previous clients thanks to their professionalism, the quality and timeliness of each build, and the quality of the customer relationships they maintain. They want owners to be confident and relaxed and to accomplish that goal they ensure the process is smooth and successful. They listen carefully to their clients’ opinions and observe their impressions.
High-quality and built-to-last are this firm’s watchwords. They built this French colonial-style home with simplicity, symmetry, and sophistication. The French-styled double-hung dormer windows combine with the wood textures to add character. The effect is finished off by neutral, elegant colors.
