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Folan Contracting & Improvement

Roofing, Gutter Cleaning, Decks and Porches,

About us

My name is Seamus Folan I am originally from Galway IRE where learning the trade of carpentry was equally as important as education. Call me for professional work. I am timely, detail oriented and neat. I am available for complete remodeling services and I specialize in roofing or any of your contracting needs.

Business highlights

32 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Building,carpentry,decking, and deck maintenance, flooring, windows, gutter repair and replacement,paintingint/ext,plastering,kitchens, bathrooms,general remodeling,windows including egresses, vinyl siding,roofing, roof cleaning,roof ice/snow removal, overall home improvements,complete remodeling service, specializing in roofing.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

5%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check

Reviews

5.013 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
100%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
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Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-13 of 13 reviews

Wendy K.
08/2021
5.0
contractors, ceramic tile, decks, gutter repair, roofing, woodworking, interior painters
  + 5 more
This was the sixth job Seamus helped me with, and he did not disappoint. I needed him to help paint and do some drywall install/finish carpentry to get a newly purchased investment unit rented out. After we closed, he and his crew worked fast, and the place was rented in under a week after listing. It looked great after they finished. Since he was about to start another job, he worked late into the night and on weekends to get our job done on time. Seamus is a true detail-oriented professional. He left the place neat and clean and even cleaned under the refrigerator (which the prior owners had never done - ick). His pricing is fair, and he will tell me if he thinks something doesn't need to be done. In the past he did a roof replacement/attic drywalling at one of our properties and carpentry/new tile backsplash in a kitchen at another property. We are very happy with his work and plan to have him do work at all of our properties in the future.
Description of Work: Interior painting, carpentry, drywall

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

Katie S.
06/2020
5.0
replacement windows
  + -1 more
Seamus replaced all of our windows and did a beautiful job. He touched up all the paint around the windows making our house shine. He also replaced the molding around our bathroom window allowing in more light and making the area water resistant. We plan to hire him again in the near future for other improvement projects and painting.
Description of Work: new windows

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

Jean S.
09/2018
5.0
roofing
  + -1 more
Seamus was excellent. He examined the roof, saw the compromised area, and repaired where needed. I will definitely keep his number handy for future work!
Description of Work: leak from slate roof

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

Debra J.
10/2017
5.0
decks, roofing
  + 0 more
Seamus was great. Called me back. Turned around an estimate and completed the work within a week. This was a small job and it was difficult to find someone to do it -until I called Seamus. Would definitely recommend as well as hire again.
Description of Work: We had repair and paint work done on our front porch.

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

mel C.
06/2017
5.0
roofing
  + -1 more
They were very professional, friendly, courteous, very gregarious. The company owner, Seamus Folan, he was like he became a friend within 10 minutes. He did everything. He and a couple of his workers did everything. They went up on the roof. They figured out, estimated the job. They charged exactly what they estimate. They did a great job. One day and it was done. I found a couple little pieces of roofing in my yard. You would have had to have a microscope to find them. They cleaned up. No complaints whatsoever. He's such nice guy he deserves more people to take him because he did such great work. There were 2 or 3 people in the crew. I think I found them on Angie's List.
Description of Work: They fixed the roof problem right away.

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
$2,000

mel C.
06/2017
5.0
roofing
  + -1 more
There was no charge for the estimate. No work was completed at that time.
Description of Work: They did an estimate.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

mel C.
06/2017
5.0
gutter cleaning, roofing
  + 0 more
wonderfully
Description of Work: roof leak , sky light leak...Folan re worked the roof, fixed the skylight leak and did exactly what was requested by me and promised by him for the exact price quoted

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
$4,500

Patricia H.
10/2015
5.0
gutter cleaning
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Seamus was very upfront and followed through as promised the whole way. Fast & efficient.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Robin J.
09/2015
5.0
contractors, decks, drywall, gutter cleaning, roofing, woodworking, house painters, interior painters
  + 6 more
Seamus is a busy guy so had to book this in November 2014 to this big job in July-August 2015. Once he came he never left till the job was done. A huge job, stripped old shingles off. He picked the best type of shingles for this house. Then painted , we have 4 colors. he fixed all the molding and then put the porch back together replacing many boards and structures. He is completely honest. He is very fairly priced. He does his own work and when he has a helper they are hand picked and hand trained. He cleans up after. You really can't do better.
Description of Work: I have used for years. He has painted two houses, fixed a bathroom wall, rebuilt basement stairs, painted the interior, rebuilt a porch twice. This job was huge, re-shingle an 1890 Queen Anne that was a mess, and paint, and rebuild the porch

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
$30,000

shalisha S.
11/2014
5.0
home builders, decks, drywall, siding, gutter cleaning
  + 3 more
Good Job and quick! Gonna call him back for the leaves!
Description of Work: Gutter Cleaning

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

Shaari M.
06/2014
5.0
gutter repair, siding, house painters
  + 1 more
He did an excellent job. He did most of it himself and ended up doing many extra things along the way. He is very considerate and attentive to detail.
Description of Work: He fixed the wood shingle siding on the house. He patched all around the house. He primed and stained the entire house. He discovered rotting timbers in the gutters and downspouts and called in a carpenter to repair. He put in several new gutters and downspouts and painted them.

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
$30,000

LeAnne G.
12/2013
5.0
deck cleaning, decks, drywall, gutter cleaning, gutter repair, house painters, interior painters, plastering, roof cleaning, roofing
  + 8 more
It has always gone exceedingly well. No problems whatsoever.
Description of Work: We have used this company for the last 12 years and we have always been satisfied. Most recently he cleaned our gutters and replaced an old plaster ceiling when it gave way. He's painted our house inside and out, fixed our roof, done various repairs and has always done a great job. Seamus is a hard worker and very conscientious and knowledgable. He will also tell you if you don't need something done. We've recommended him to many of our friends and would do so again.

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

Michael W.
03/2013
5.0
home builders, roofing
  + 0 more
The contractor promptly quoted a competitive price. Upon acceptance, he showed up when he said he would; did what he said he would; for the price that he said it would cost. The repair, which required acquiring old slate that matched the existing slate, was expertly performed. He and his crew were professional and pleasant to deal with. Can't ask for anything more from a contractor.
Description of Work: The contractor did extensive repair to a slate roof on a garage after it was severely damaged by a falling tree. Repair required both framing and roofing work.

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

    Contact information

    98 Granite Ave, Dorchester, MA 02124


    Service hours

    Sunday:
    8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Monday:
    8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Thursday:
    8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Friday:
    8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Saturday:
    8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    Licensing

    Insured
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    Service Categories

    Roofing,
    Gutter Cleaning,
    Decks and Porches,
    Interior Painting,
    Exterior Painting,
    Gutters,
    Drywall,
    Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
    Homebuilders,
    Siding,
    Unfinished Carpentry,
    Roof Cleaning

    FAQ

    Folan Contracting & Improvement is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

    Sunday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    Monday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    Thursday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    Friday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    Saturday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    Folan Contracting & Improvement accepts the following forms of payment: Check
    Yes, Folan Contracting & Improvement offers free project estimates.
    No, Folan Contracting & Improvement does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Folan Contracting & Improvement does not offer a senior discount.
    Yes, Folan Contracting & Improvement offers emergency services.
    Yes, Folan Contracting & Improvement offers warranties.
    Folan Contracting & Improvement offers the following services: Building,carpentry,decking, and deck maintenance, flooring, windows, gutter repair and replacement,paintingint/ext,plastering,kitchens, bathrooms,general remodeling,windows including egresses, vinyl siding,roofing, roof cleaning,roof ice/snow removal, overall home improvements,complete remodeling service, specializing in roofing.

    Contact information

    98 Granite Ave, Dorchester, MA 02124


    Service hours

    Sunday:
    8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Monday:
    8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Thursday:
    8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Friday:
    8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Saturday:
    8:00 AM - 7:00 PM