How to Turn Your Basement Into an ADU in Massachusetts
Turning your basement into an ADU in Massachusetts? Get the 900 sq ft rule, ceiling height and egress requirements, real costs, and what your town cannot ban.
Categories Kitchen Remodeling
How to Live Without a Kitchen While Yours Is Being Remodeled
Living without a kitchen during a remodel? A contractor’s guide to the temp setup, the dish problem, and how long you’ll really be eating off a folding table.
Categories ADUs
How to Choose the Right ADU Type for Your Property
A practical guide covering how to choose the right type of ADU for your property — from initial planning and ADU floor plan selection through construction. Thinking about building an ADU? You’re in good company. Across the country, homeowners are turning unused corners of their property — a garage, a basement, a patch of backyard […]
Categories ADUs
Massachusetts ADU Laws: The Complete Homeowner’s Guide
Last updated: July 2026. Regulations continue to evolve — always confirm current requirements with your city or town’s Building Department before starting your project. If you’re a Massachusetts homeowner considering an accessory dwelling unit (ADU), you’ve probably run into a mix of outdated information, town-specific rules, and a brand-new statewide ADU law that changed almost […]
Categories Decks
Composite vs. Pressure-Treated Wood Decks: Which Is Right for a New England Climate?
If you’re planning a new deck for your home, one of the biggest decisions you’ll make is choosing the right decking material. For homeowners throughout Massachusetts and the Merrimack Valley, the debate often comes down to composite vs treated wood deck options. Both materials have advantages, and both can create a beautiful outdoor space. However, […]
Categories Kitchen Remodeling
Does a Kitchen Remodel Increase Home Value in Massachusetts? What the Data Shows
When you’re planning a home improvement project, it’s easy to get caught up in choosing paint colors, countertop materials, cabinet styles, and flooring options. After all, the kitchen is one of the most important spaces in any home. It’s where meals are prepared, families gather, and some of life’s best conversations happen. Because the kitchen […]
