Outdoor and exterior projects in Massachusetts have to survive a 4-season climate that swings from sub-zero January nights to 95°F July afternoons, plus coastal salt exposure on the South Shore, Cape, and Islands. ENERGY STAR windows qualify for Mass Save rebates of $50–$100 per window — most homeowners replacing windows skip this rebate because their installer doesn't file. We're Andersen and Pella certified, Trex installer authorized for composite decking, and bundle outdoor projects with siding, roofing, and insulation when scope overlaps make sense.
Why Massachusetts Outdoor Is Different
- Mass Save windows are real money. $50–$100 per ENERGY STAR window. A 12-window replacement project = $600–$1,200 cash back. Most window companies don't bother filing.
- Specialized Stretch Code triggers triple-pane. 14 MA municipalities adopted the Specialized Stretch Code requiring high-performance windows in major renovations. We stock triple-pane Andersen and Pella for these jurisdictions.
- Freeze-thaw destroys decks fast. Pressure-treated framing rots in 12–18 years; composite (Trex, TimberTech, Fiberon) lasts 25–40+. The premium pays back in MA's brutal climate.
- Coastal homes need fiber-cement, not vinyl. Salt air destroys vinyl siding, painted wood doors, and budget windows. James Hardie fiber cement is the durable answer for South Shore, Cape, and Islands.
The 3 Pillar Outdoor Services
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Window Installation
ENERGY STAR replacement windows — Andersen 400 Series, Pella Architect Series, Marvin Elevate. Triple-pane available for Stretch Code municipalities. Mass Save rebate filed for every qualifying window. EPA RRP for pre-1978 frames.
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Deck Building
Composite (Trex, TimberTech, Fiberon) or pressure-treated framing. Stainless hidden fasteners on premium scope. Permit pulled, frost-line footings (Massachusetts code = 48" minimum), railing per code. Ipe and Cumaru hardwood available.
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Exterior Painting
Full prep: power wash, scrape, prime bare wood, 2 coats Sherwin-Williams Duration or Benjamin Moore Aura exterior. EPA RRP lead-safe for pre-1978 homes. Painting season May–October optimal in MA.
Replacing Windows? Don't Skip the Rebate.
$50–$100 per ENERGY STAR window via Mass Save. We file the rebate as part of the install. Free in-home measure + estimate.
All 12 Outdoor & Exterior Services
Windows & Doors
Window Installation
new construction
Window Installation QuoteWindow Replacement
Mass Save eligible
Window Replacement QuoteDoor Installation
entry, patio, storm
Door Installation QuoteGarage Door Installation
Clopay, Wayne Dalton
Garage Door Installation QuoteDecks & Outdoor Living
Deck Building
composite or PT framing
Deck Building QuoteDeck Repair
board swap, joist sister
Deck Repair QuotePatio Construction
paver, concrete, stone
Patio Construction QuotePergola Installation
cedar or composite
Pergola Installation QuoteSite & Hardscape
Fence Installation
wood, vinyl, aluminum
Fence Installation QuoteDriveway Paving
asphalt, permeable
Driveway Paving QuotePainting & Maintenance
Exterior Painting
Sherwin-Williams, Ben Moore
Exterior Painting QuotePressure Washing
siding, deck, driveway
Pressure Washing QuoteMassachusetts Outdoor Cost Reality
| Project | Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Window replacement (per window) | $650 – $1,800 | Less $50–$100 Mass Save rebate |
| Whole-home windows (12 windows) | $8,500 – $22,000 | Andersen / Pella / Marvin |
| Entry door (steel + frame) | $1,800 – $4,500 | Therma-Tru, fiberglass available |
| Garage door (insulated, 2-car) | $2,200 – $5,500 | Clopay, opener included |
| Composite deck (Trex, 300 sq ft) | $22,000 – $42,000 | 25-year warranty |
| Pressure-treated deck (300 sq ft) | $10,000 – $18,000 | 12–18 year lifespan |
| Patio (paver, 400 sq ft) | $12,000 – $28,000 | Concrete or natural stone |
| Fence (wood, 100 ft) | $3,500 – $7,500 | Cedar, pressure-treated |
| Driveway paving (asphalt) | $5,000 – $14,000 | Per typical 2-car driveway |
| Exterior paint (2,500 sq ft home) | $5,500 – $14,000 | Power wash, scrape, prime, 2-coat |
The Brands We Install
- Andersen 400 Series, A-Series, E-Series
- Pella Architect Series, Reserve, Lifestyle
- Marvin Elevate, Essential, Modern
- Harvey Tribute, Majesty
- Therma-Tru fiberglass entry doors
- Clopay garage doors
- Trex Transcend, Select (Trex installer authorized)
- TimberTech AZEK premium composite
- Fiberon Sanctuary, Concordia
- Sherwin-Williams Duration, Emerald exterior
- Benjamin Moore Aura, Regal Select
Cross-Trade Coordination
- Window replacement + wall insulation + air sealing. Removing windows is the perfect window (literally) to drill-and-fill or air-seal exterior walls. Mass Save rebates stack.
- Window install + siding replacement. Both involve scaffolding and exterior access. Bundle for one mobilization fee.
- Deck + landscape lighting + outdoor outlets. Coordinated low-voltage and 120V wiring during framing phase, before composite decking goes down.
- Driveway + sewer line. Replace sewer lateral before paving. Trenchless options when paving is recent.
Our Outdoor Warranty
- Manufacturer warranty
- Andersen (20-year glass), Pella (lifetime limited), Trex (25-year fade & stain), TimberTech (30-year), Therma-Tru (lifetime). Registered on your behalf.
- Pro Build workmanship guarantee
- 5 years on installation labor — flashing, weatherproofing, framing, finish. Return at no cost.
- Mass Save rebate guarantee
- If your window install does not qualify for Mass Save rebates we quoted, we credit the difference. Quoted = Received.
- Massachusetts code compliance
- All work passes 780 CMR + Specialized Stretch Code where applicable. Frost-line footings, egress, and hurricane-grade fastening on coastal projects.