In other words. I'm probably not what you picture when you think of the average contractor. So how did an industry outlier and (let's face it) nerd like me end up building New England's biggest family-owned remodeling company? I certainly didn't do it by myself; it took years of extraordinarily passionate effort from the most amazing team in the industry.
But let me tell you how it all got started. When I was a strapped-for-cash college junior, my buddy got me a part-time job as a roofer. Pure nerves, I grabbed some nails and a shingle. I placed the shingle on the roof deck, lined up a nail, removed my hammer from my toolbelt, and struck my maiden blow.
But let me tell you how it all got started. When I was a strapped-for-cash college junior, my buddy got me a part-time job as a roofer. Pure nerves, I grabbed some nails and a shingle. I placed the shingle on the roof deck, lined up a nail, removed my hammer from my toolbelt, and struck my maiden blow.
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Let's face it: Exterior remodeling in Central MA is steeped in outdated traditions. Aggressive salespeople, second-rate installers, and lack of professionalism were the norm in the 1980s. We've become MetroWest's biggest family-owned exterior contractor by bucking obsolete industry conventions. Our strict hiring standards filter out the surly installers, "sales gangsters", and apathetic individuals who plague the industry.
Whenever we publicly advertise that we're hiring, we can get well over 100 applicants for just a few open positions. What can we say? People LOVE being part of the Solid State team! The kind of people who are genuinely thrilled to help homeowners achieve their dream remodel. Our picky hiring process allows us to fill ALL positions in our company-from our office administration to sales to installation-with rock-star talent.
Let's be honest: Most exterior remodeling in the Boston area doesn't go according to plan. The reason why? Lack of a proper process. Many companies just don't have the systems in place to pull off efficient, streamlined remodeling. We've created a down-to-the-finest-detail process we follow to the "t" on every single job.
Would you trust a surgeon who prepped for your operation by glancing at your file 10 seconds before surgery? Or get on an airplane with a pilot whose training consisted of YouTubing a "how to fly a plane" video? So why leave your remodel in the hands of an unprepared, undertrained, unequipped company?
Professionalism stems from RESPECT for the customer. If a company is missing deadlines, pressuring you to buy, and blasting Aerosmith at full volume during installation, guess what? They don't respect you. That sounds harsh, but it's true. Because a company that respects their customers does EVERYTHING in their power to ensure a smooth, easy, and pleasant experience-period.
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David Fischi
Jan 16, 2022
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Our project included replacement of siding, trim, roof and windows. Work was started and completed during covid. Though time estimates were a little off, the work was completed within the contracted time (pretty good under the circumstances). Work quality was very good for all subs. Supervisors and main office were easily accessible and responsive. Costs were transparent, reasonable and within initial estimates. We had installed James Hardy products. The crews had very good knowledge and experience with the product. I'm very pleased with the outcome and confident in the long-term quality of their
Jen Duffy
Jan 03, 2022
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We had some exterior repairs done as well as removing all wood siding and replacing with Hardie fiber cement siding, installing gutters, and shutters. The house looks INCREDIBLE!! It was great working with Solid State Construction; the people are easy to reach and responsive to any questions or concerns, easy to talk to, and flexible! The installers- Norman and his team are the best - they are super nice and respectful, work diligently while also paying attention to detail and not taking shortcuts, clean up at the end of each day, and my dogs absolutely adore them! We loved having them work at
Grace Cardogno
Dec 18, 2021
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We hired Solid State to do our siding project - and we're so glad we did! They installed James Hardie siding and trim on the whole house and installed gutters. Throughout the 2 month project, our PM, Chris was very responsive and helpful, we felt confident that he had a firm understanding of the project and that he would do whatever he could to make sure we were happy with the end product. The foreman, Johnny and his crew were wonderful. Their attention to detail was so appreciated and they were pleasant to have around. We've hired contractors in the past and have been disappointed by the lack
Dan Orzechowski
Nov 17, 2021
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We hired SSC to replace the siding and exterior trim on our house in summer/fall 2021.
they were by far the best contractors I've worked with, and I've worked with a lot of them on this house. they were super communicative, very clear about what was or was not included in any line item of the contract, responsive to questions or requests we had during the project, and didn't give us our final invoice until we were 100% happy (two different people came out to check on the work and to ask us if we were completely satisfied). the main crew was fast (our estimate was 4-6 weeks; they were done in two
they were by far the best contractors I've worked with, and I've worked with a lot of them on this house. they were super communicative, very clear about what was or was not included in any line item of the contract, responsive to questions or requests we had during the project, and didn't give us our final invoice until we were 100% happy (two different people came out to check on the work and to ask us if we were completely satisfied). the main crew was fast (our estimate was 4-6 weeks; they were done in two
J. Scott Goudie
Oct 23, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness
Just completed the re-siding of our house with Hardy Plank siding, as well as installation of a sliding glass door out to our deck. Very pleased with final outcome. Crew repaired several areas of rot which were exposed upon removal of old 40+ year old siding.
Just completed the re-siding of our house with Hardy Plank siding, as well as installation of a sliding glass door out to our deck. Very pleased with final outcome. Crew repaired several areas of rot which were exposed upon removal of old 40+ year old siding.
Eric Ackerman
Jan 24, 2021
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We hired Solid State Construction to install new siding on our 30 year old home. We wanted to replace our very dry and cracking vertical cedar siding and researched several local contractors who could install Board and Batten siding but we selected Solid State as they could install the James HardieBoard Aspire siding vertically. The SSC crew arrived and completed the siding removal, re-wrapping, siding installation and necessary trim replacement within the 2-3 week period that they stated that it would be completed. Work areas were cleaned after each day and for the few minor issues that arose
