Brusa Home Improvement

Handyman Services, Kitchen and Bath Remodeling, General Remodeling,

About us

Brusa Home Improvement, formerly known as "Central Mass Handyman" is owned and operated by Chris Brusa. Established in 1994. Licensed, and Insured. Excellent references. Jobs are priced by the job, or as some customers prefer by the hour. Flexible hours, and rates.

Business highlights

30 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

New Construction. Remodeling

Services we don't offer

Roofing

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
MasterCard
PayPal
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.7111 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
77%
4
5%
3
6%
2
3%
1
10%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.7
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.6
punctuality
4.7

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Showing 101-111 of 111 reviews

glenn H.
09/2015
5.0
ceramic tile, flooring contractor, remodeling, handyman service, interior painters, home remodeling
  + 4 more
unknown
Description of Work: Remodeled Bathroom, tiled tub area and floor and installed wood work, painted bathroom

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Judith N.
06/2015
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I have discussed two projects with this contractor but he was tied up & hasn't been able to do the work. We did meet, he gave me a tentative price, and I am confident that he will complete the projects for me within the next several weeks.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Daniel A.
03/2015
3.0
flooring contractor
  + -1 more
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Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
$650

James N.
06/2014
5.0
handyman service, basement remodeling
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Chris and his son Jesse repaired rot on my bay window, regular windows, and front door. Looks awesome now!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,300

Response from Brusa Home Improvement
Thank you so much for the great review/ Looking forward to working with you again in the future.

Luke S.
07/2013
4.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They were not able to schedule my work as requested, but did reply to my communications quickly and professionally. I gave this provider a 'B' because I purchased a work deal from their page and they were not able to schedule the work for a few months.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Carmen H.
07/2013
4.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
went well
Description of Work: fix leaking of vent on roof

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$650

Suzanne C.
06/2013
4.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I purchased the Angie's List deal (before its expiration) for $500 for 10 hours of labor. Of course, I understand that if 2 people are working together, then they would each put in 5 hours. When I emailed the provider to set up a time, Tracy was very prompt in responding but told me the deal posted deal was not written correctly and had expired. She suggested that I cancel with Angie's List, and/or that Chris could come out and give us an estimate but that he is booked up through August. Our emails were cordial, and I don't have any service complaints. However, I was concerned about the indication that the posted deal was incorrect or expired, it looked valid to me when I purchased it. I would have proceeded with having Chris come out for an estimate, but with him being busy until August, this will not meet my needs for the job. Tracy was easy to email with. I will be happy to give this provider a try again later. Thank you
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Mary R.
05/2012
5.0
house painters, flooring contractor, remodeling, handyman service, interior painters, mulch, woodworking
  + 5 more
Excellent experience!
Description of Work: Chris was very responsive and my work was scheduled promptly. Chris came to my home to review the work to be completed. I had a number of projects to be done. He was able to help me prioritize the work and went with me to pick up the materials needed.. He transported everything in his truck which saved me a number of trips for materials. Chris arrived promptly and both he and David worked continuously taking only a short lunch break. I was very impressed with their work ethic. Chris and his assistant David worked 2 days / 10 hours + each day. They were able to stain my shed and glider, sanded and painted my bulkhead and surrounding wooden structure. He installed a pergo floor and did trim work and painting of a recently completed room. Chris removed existing grouting in a bathroom and regrouted the floor and finally performed repairs to a leaking pipe and repaired 2 wall areas that had experienced water damage. I found Chris through a response to a "Big Deal". I am extremely pleased with the work that was completed - Chris was very frugal when spending my money on materials, returning excess materials for credit. Chris even showed me how to use an industrial carpet cleaning machine which removed significant staining and helped my avoid the expense of replace the carpeting.We enjoyed a good working relationship, clear communication and the amount of work promised was completed - Chris even spent extra time in order to complete the work we had discussed. He picked up on a few other repairs that needed to be done and completed this work. There were no additional charges for labor for these repairs. His price stood as stated and materials were the only additional cost as agreed upon when we first met.I would highly recommend Chris for any home project and I would happily have him return for additional work should the need arise.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500

Response from Brusa Home Improvement
Thank you so much for the amazing review. We appreciate your business. Please call us if you need anything at all. Tracy

Tomas L.
05/2012
5.0
garage builders, handyman service, contractors
  + 1 more
Veryaccomodating finished the work very quickly! - kept in touch with me by text, telephone and photos.!
Description of Work: Multiple repairs on an old house, included carpentry - ( he built two exterior banisters, rebuilt doors and ramp to a shed, repaired a rotting edge of the exterioir porch,. He also did outdoor masonry repair - rebuilt brick steps and adjacent loose brocks on the front entrance. He also brought his tall ladders to repair loose boards and replace shingles on an exterior wall. We had a lengthy old fence that had to be taken down and hauled away - he was able to do all this - and now the back yard looks very nice again. Indoors, we had a squirrel problem. He replaced the paneling that a squirrel had eaten through and coordinated with animal control for placement of exit only devies to precent animal entry. Chris was very patient and accomodated all the problems, and finished the work quickly - ahead of schdule. I wish I had known about him last year - a really versatile and skillful handyman / carpenter. -Highly recomended and reinforces the value of Angie's list where I found him

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,600

Response from Brusa Home Improvement
I can't thank you enough for this great review. Please let us know if you need anything else. We appreciate your business.

John R E.
10/2010
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
Quick response, estimate received in few days, repairs discussed and options presented, work performed on time and on budget. I liked this company. Highly recommended.
Description of Work: Reair of outside window trimwork. Used PVC, hardwood and waterproofing.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$600

Response from Brusa Home Improvement
Thank you for your business and this review. Hope to work together soon again. Tracy

Joseph S.
08/2009
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
I cannot say enough about the work that Chris does. Chris does work two ways, one by the hour and two by the job. The advantage of paying him by the hour is that he promises a full days work (and he did deliver) and you are able to make changes if you decide to do something else. This is the method that we choose to go. Chris built a 20x16 ft deck and we also had a hot tub that was old and sitting off to the side. We decided to put this on a cement slab but when we went to move the hot tub the wood was so old that it just fell apart. So we asked Chris to build an enclosure for it and it came out mint, it looks like a new tub! Chris also put in an Anderson six ft glass door, repaired some rot that had set in, replaced and filled in the vinyl siding around the door, and even leveled an existing deck. I don't think there is anything that he is not able to do. In January Chris put in a floor a 20x20 pergo floor and also built an entire wall of bookcases and a desk. It looks incredible! My books are not all organized and sorted, it was a dream come true!
Description of Work: Deck 16x20 Leveled existing deck built enclosure for hot tub installed anderson six foot glass door replaced vinyl siding around door Work completed in January Pergo floor 20x20 built in book case and desk kitchen counter crown molding trimed out fireplace

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$14,000

Response from Brusa Home Improvement
Thank you for recommending us, and this review. We appreciate you. Tracy

Contact information

256 Millbury St, Auburn, MA 01501


Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
179432
Trade License Locale
MA
Trade License Authority
Massachusetts Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation - Home Improvement Contracting
Trade License Expiration
05/01/2024
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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Handyman Services,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
General Remodeling,
Ceramic Tile,
Interior Painting,
Doors,
Flooring Sales and Installation,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Lighting,
Drywall,
Plumbing,
Electrical

FAQ

Brusa Home Improvement is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.

Monday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Brusa Home Improvement accepts the following forms of payment: Check,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
Yes, Brusa Home Improvement offers free project estimates.
No, Brusa Home Improvement does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Brusa Home Improvement does not offer a senior discount.
No, Brusa Home Improvement does not offer emergency services.
No, Brusa Home Improvement does not offer warranties.
Brusa Home Improvement offers the following services: New Construction. Remodeling
Roofing

Contact information

256 Millbury St, Auburn, MA 01501


Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM