- Newton, MA

JJ and his crew are fantastic. They have painted for us, removed and replaced 85% of the cedar shingles on our home, repainted the outside of the house, installed lighting and garage doors. Our 80+ year old home looks great thanks to Home and Garden Construction. You name it, they do it. And they do everything well with incredible attention to detail. They give every job 110% effort and are completely trustworthy. I would not hesitate to recommend them for any project inside or outside your home.

Lev F.

- Lexington, MA

We have been working with JJ Haddad and his construction firm Home and Garden Construction (HGC) since 2005.  We first hired HGC to rebuild our deck in 2005.  He replaced a decrepit, rotting wooden deck with a larger, more interesting deck and stairway, which he built exceeding code requirements.  Ten years later, in October 2015, we celebrated our 25^th wedding anniversary with a dance party on the deck, and there must have been 30 people on the deck at any moment that evening dancing!

Since 2005, we hired HGC to do so many different renovations of our home, we feel as if he re-built our home, improving it every step of the way.  Projects during the last 11 years (up to today, April 2016) include major renovation/construction projects such as the conversion of a 3 season screened porch to a fully insulated, heated (radiator), cooled (separate AC zone) beautifully lit sunroom with vaulted ceiling, sliding glass door to the deck, 7 big Anderson wood windows, a big bay window for houseplants, two skylights, stone tile floor with radiant heat, and interior French doors leading into the dining room.  It is one of my favorite spaces to rest, read, play the piano and have private conversations surrounded by my plants. 

Another major renovation HGC did for us was a kitchen remodeling which involved removing cabinets, ordering and installing new ones along with reusing a few of the taken down cabinets, moving a closet, installing new light fixtures. 

A third major project was the renovation of our master suite, which included the removal of boxy closets, vaulting the ceiling, reinsulating the walls, installing new lights, and replacing three small old windows with six beautiful Anderson wood windows. 

Smaller but significant jobs that he has also done on this house include re-roofing the entire house, painting the exterior with a paint job that has lasted 7+ years, many interior painting jobs, including the garage floor, installing new tile floors in two bathrooms, retiling shower enclosures.

JJ has the eye for tasteful design and flow.  He has impeccable craftsmanship and takes pride in his work, and is a perfectionist.  He knows all the building materials available, all the building codes, and he is choosy about selecting the best suited for each job. 

He’s become part of our family, and he treats our home like it is his home, with every door closing perfectly, every window sliding smoothly, everything working perfectly, better insulated and energy efficient.  I honestly think that had we not met JJ and HGC, we may not have stayed and enjoyed our home for so many years, but rather, we might have chosen to move to another house.  JJ and HGC transformed our house into a beautiful, functional, comfortable home that we are proud of entertaining in, including hosting a wedding.  We will never be able to thank JJ and HGC enough for all the hard work, the design ideas, the advice that he has given us all these years.

Mark L. and Gwen W.

 

- Brookline, MA

Jihad Haddad and his team from Home and Garden Construction did their first job for us in 2001 and since then we have asked him repeatedly to take on projects of increasing scope and importance.

 They built a sunroom for us, installed walkways in our yard, outfitted a fireplace with an insert, built a bay window, put a French drain and sump pumps into our basement, and finally, this last year (2015), did major renovation and construction work in a run-down house which we had bought, which they turned into a thing of beauty.

 All of this speaks for itself.

 Let me add that Jihad does a thorough job with whatever he takes on, small jobs or major construction work. He is experienced and will find a solution for the most challenging project.  He knows what he is doing and takes pride in the finished product. We recommend him highly.

 Barbara E.

 

- Framingham, MA

Last year my roof was pelted with hail. I wasn't aware of the damage until Home and Garden Construction alerted me to it. They walked me through the process of dealing with the insurance company and then replaced the roof. Their work is exceptional. They came in four days under what the insurance company predicted the construction time should be. They were fast and efficient and left the surroundings in better condition than when they started.

David R.

 

- Sudbury, MA

We used JJ and  his company, Home and Garden Construction to replace our roof as well as do some other work inside our house.  From the very beginning, JJ was extremely responsive, attentive,  and very honest.  He returned every phone call in a timely manner.  He is extremely knowledgeable. We had three other roofers come to look at replacing our roof and JJ was the only one who suggested that a certain section needed additional structural support from within the house simply due to the age of the house.  They were very conscientious in cleaning up everything inside and outside the house.  He also suggested a wonderful color that matched the house and would not be too hot in the summer.  We are already planning on hiring them back for more work. They did a fabulous job across the board. We have already started recommending him to our family and friends.

Linda and Bart R.

 

- Newton, MA

I highly recommend Home & Garden Construction as a contracting company. Home & Garden Construction built a large one-room addition for us, which required detailed architectural plans, including a new roof and upgraded AC and heating system. Jihad, the owner, and his team did everything he said he would do and more. His work was consistent, timely, solution -oriented, and of the highest quality. Jihad was always reachable by phone and responded to any requests within minutes. Whenever we hit a decision point, whether it were in regard to type of building materials to use or design concerns, Jihad presented many different options, with detailed rationale and recommendations. His team was always pleasant and more than helpful, as were his subcontractors. Jihad stands behind all his work, and follows up with all the small concerns and details that are common after a job is in the finishing/finished state. We plan to work with Jihad again in the spring on another project.

    Miriam B. 

 

- Concord, Shirley

We have worked together seasonally since 1998. During these sixteen years you have substantially renovated two residences: projects included the new construction of two complete kitchens, eight bathrooms, converting 2,500 square feet of raw basement space into a finished office, and innumerable paint, landscape, and driveway improvement works. It must be pointed out that most of these jobs required you to act as general contractor and here you excelled; indeed, we remain clients of the plumbers, electricians, HVAC, plastering and floor people you've introduced over the years.

It is worth noting that our current residence, built c. 1806 and including an active equestrian farm, has required two more skill sets, which you've demonstrated with your usual competence: the construction of a 100 x 80 arena and numerous smaller projects involving barn work--water, electricity, and other improvements as well as internal updating of an ancient house, making it livable while preserving its historic character. Not easy for the most skilled professional, but well within your kit.

We cannot close this recommendation without noting something else. In 2003 and again in 2006, during the wars abroad and when my then job took me overseas, you and your brothers worked on the house and kept an extra eye on my family. That gave me a level of comfort not easily described in a recommendation. It created a genuine, lasting and deserved friendship.

I would recommend you for complex contracting work and, should you ever run for office, vote for you without thinking twice.

   Richard F. Miller
 

 

- Chelmsford MA 

I employed the construction services of Home and Garden Construction from September 2003 through February 2004.  Jihad Haddad, Owner, and his team worked tirelessly and efficiently from day one through to completion.

They were polite, courteous, and always kept my wishes at the forefront of their tasks, while offering creative design suggestions during the entire job.

I had never renovated a home before, and this was a huge undertaking.  I was more than pleased with the final outcome of the interior custom renovations and the addition.

Jihad is a diligent worker and business owner.  I trust him and his team explicitly.  They are dedicated in what they do and take great pride in offering complete customer satisfaction.  The final product far exceeded my expectations, making my house into a home.

I highly recommend Home and Garden Construction for all of your home improvement, upgrade, and addition projects. 

  Heidi R.

 

- Weston, MA

 My husband and I completed building our dream home in 2007.  A 5000SF custom-designed, eco-friendly, post and beam cedar home that received a Gold Standard certification for energy efficiency.

 In building a post and beam home, it is so very important that the builder chosen is precise and experienced in working with weight-bearing wood beams and the flow of open floor plans.

 Our builders JJ Haddad and his brothers, Murad, and Ibrahim are all superb craftsmen in their own right.  Whether it be wood, stone, or tile work – the outcome was remarkable.  The 24-ft granite fireplace, designed and created by JJ, was a stunning focal point for our beautiful home. 

 As the construction manager, JJ was amazing to work with.  His integrity, attention to detail, and pride in his work was realized in every aspect of the project.  No problem was ever too difficult to solve.  He was dedicated to completing our project in a timely manner, prompt on a daily basis, and always kept the construction site safe and tidy.

 On those occasions when a condition arose where we required assistance visualizing various construction or design details, JJ was a master at creating mock-ups that easily allowed us to envision the final product and expedite our design decisions. 

 We found JJ to be well-experienced in working with the local planning boards and building personnel to move our project along efficiently and smoothly.

 During the construction of our home and after its completion, we contracted JJ to complete various landscape/hardscape projects – rebuilding a large stone retaining wall, installing a stone patio & BBQ pit, gardens with low-voltage lighting, and a granite walk-way at the front of our home that mirrored the granite fireplace in our striking Great Room.

 There is just so much we could say about JJ and his team, but most importantly we can share from experience that expectations will be exceeded and those fortunate enough to work with JJ and his team will end up with a beautiful new home, renovation, or landscape project.

 If we were to do it again – Home and Garden Construction would be our #1 choice.

    Debbie & Bill

 

- Acton-Concord Chabad:

I have used Home & Garden Construction four times for significant projects: Home expansion, exterior house painting and repair, vinyl siding (on a different house), and other.  I have been very pleased with them each time.  They show up when they say they will, they are honest and friendly, they clean up afterwards, they have good ideas, and they are expert at what they do.  They are simply the best.  I highly recommend them.  

   Yosef Polter
 

- Framingham

- Home & Garden Construction painted the interior of my home.  They were careful and thorough and completed the job in the time frame they said they would. They are top-notch professional and I highly recommend them.
   David R., Framingham