Services

Renovations

Beyond cosmetic. Down to the studs.

Gut renovations, additions, and whole-home rebuilds across Boston and the surrounding towns.

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Overview

Full-Scale Renovations

Gut renovations, structural additions, and whole-home transformations are the core of what we do. Kitchens and baths taken to the studs, walls moved, floors added, and dated houses brought fully current across Boston and the surrounding towns.

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Scope of Work

What a full-scale renovation includes

01Demolition, abatement, and site protection
02Structural modifications and additions
03Full mechanical, electrical, and plumbing upgrades
04Framing, insulation, blueboard, and plaster
05Kitchen and bathroom construction
06Flooring, tile, and finish carpentry
07Historic-district and zoning review
08Interior and exterior painting
09Permitting and inspection coordination
10Daily reporting and live budget tracking

How It Works

A clear path from first call to closeout

01Scope and budgetExisting conditions reviewed and a line-item budget you approve.
02Design and permitsDesign, zoning and historic review, and the permits.
03Construction with daily reportingDaily photos, and anything hidden priced before we proceed.
04Punch list and closeoutFinal inspections, the punch list, and a walk-through with you.

Questions, Answered

Frequently asked

01How long does a whole-home renovation take in Boston?

A full gut renovation usually runs 6 to 12 months, depending on size, scope, and any zoning or historic review. We lock the schedule before demolition starts.

02Can you renovate a historic home or brownstone?

Yes. We renovate brownstones and historic-district homes in Beacon Hill, Back Bay, and the South End, with historic-commission review built into the schedule.

03What happens if you find problems behind the walls?

We review existing conditions before demolition and carry an allowance for what can’t be seen. Anything we find gets priced and approved in writing first.

04Can we live in the house during the renovation?

Sometimes, depending on the scope. We phase the work and protect the rooms you’re using. On a full gut, most clients move out.

05Will I know what my renovation costs before work starts?

Yes. We lock a detailed scope and budget up front, and you approve every dollar.

06Are you licensed and insured?

Yes. Cityside is a licensed and insured Boston general contractor, Massachusetts HIC #216577 and CSL #CS-122098.

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