Home Remodeling in Northampton, MA
Northampton is one of Western MA's most design-conscious communities, and its homeowners tend to have high expectations — for how their homes look, how they function, and how the remodeling process itself goes. We've been working in Northampton since 1992, and we've built the kind of reputation here that only comes from doing the work right, project after project. Whether you're updating a kitchen in a downtown Victorian, adding a bathroom to a South Street colonial, or finishing a basement in Florence, CBR brings the same design-build approach and the same commitment to quality to every project in the city.
WHAT WE REMODEL
- Kitchens — full gut renovations to cabinet and countertop refreshes. Authorized dealer of Dura Supreme, Mid-Continent, and Mantra cabinetry.
- Bathrooms — master baths, guest baths, powder rooms. Expert waterproofing on every wet area. Delta fixtures.
- Home additions — room additions, second stories, dormers, four season rooms, mudrooms, and garage additions
- Finished basements — converting unfinished lower levels into livable, comfortable space
- Decks and porches — outdoor living spaces built to last through New England seasons
- Custom homes — full design-build for new home construction in Western MA
THE CBR APPROACH — DESIGN-BUILD DONE RIGHT
Most remodeling horror stories follow the same pattern: a homeowner gets a price, work starts, and costs balloon. That happens when design and construction are disconnected. At CBR, design and construction live under the same roof. Gary Chagnon leads every project through design before a firm price is given. You'll see exactly what you're getting — in 3D — before a single nail is driven. Then we give you a firm price. Not an estimate. Not a ballpark. A price.
BUILDING SCIENCE — A DIFFERENTIATOR THAT ACTUALLY MATTERS
CBR has been Energy Crafted certified since 1993 — one of the earliest builders in Western MA with a serious commitment to building performance. Every project we take on is approached with an understanding of how buildings actually work: how air moves, how moisture behaves, how thermal performance affects comfort and long-term durability. Most remodelers don't think this way. We do.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS — HOME REMODELING IN NORTHAMPTON, MA
What remodeling services does CBR offer in Northampton, MA?
We handle the full scope of residential remodeling: kitchens, bathrooms, home additions, finished basements, decks, covered porches, and custom home construction.
Do you give free estimates?
We offer a free initial consultation to discuss your project. We don't issue estimates in the traditional sense — we go through a design process first, then give you a firm price based on exactly what you've chosen.
Are you licensed and insured in Massachusetts?
Yes. CBR holds a Massachusetts Construction Supervisor License (#060175, since 1991) and a Home Improvement Contractor License (#112751, since 1992). Fully insured on every project.
What makes CBR different from other remodeling contractors in Northampton?
A true design-build model, fixed pricing after design, building science expertise going back to 1993, and a family-owned business where Gary and Patrick Chagnon are personally involved in every project.
Ready to talk about your Northampton remodeling project? Contact CBR for a free consultation.
