From cluttered to contemporary: A first-floor renovation in Burlington, MA

Home renovation is a big decision for homeowners, as it involves not just money but also time and energy. When it comes to renovating a house, the key is to find a reliable and professional contractor who can understand the needs and deliver results that meet the expectations of the homeowners. One such contractor is Sterling Homes, who recently completed a home renovation project for a family of four in Burlington.

Reimagined Living Space: Kitchen and Living Room Renovation in Bedford, MA

Sterling Homes transforms another cramped, dated kitchen into a warm, open and functional family-friendly living space.

Safety First…Your Home Fireplace

"Chestnuts roasting on an open fire..." There’s something extra special about a fireplace. It doesn’t matter if it’s wood-burning, gas or electric, a fireplace adds ambiance to your home, especially during the winter.

Whether you have already lit your first fire of the season or not, here are a few important fireplace safety tips to remember:

Light & bright kitchen renovation in Burlington, MA

As part of a major home renovation and addition, Sterling Homes remodeled the dated kitchen at this home in Burlington, MA. Upgrades included top-of-the-line appliances, porcelain countertops and backsplash, a custom Pantry as well as a beverage center in the island.

Don't Get Left Out in the Cold!

So last week's "snow bomb cyclone" left a lot of us without power, cable, and all the creature comforts! To be ready next time, take a look at the following tips to “weather the storm”!  Also, check with your insurance provider about coverage on storm damage. This USAA site provides some good info on typical coverage.

Winter is Coming. Can Your Roof Handle the Pressure?!

The October snowstorm has got all Greater Boston residents thinking of the long months ahead. Before winter really sets in, you should evaluate the condition of your roofing to determine if it can handle the pressure!

Master Suite and Guest Room Addition in Newton

This busy family of four needed some additional space in their 1950 Newton ranch. The home had three bedrooms and two small baths. With two teenagers and frequent house guests, a master suite, guest space and bathroom upgrades were in order.

Wide Open Spaces in Winchester, MA

Greater Boston custom home builder, Sterling Homes, creates an open floor plan for family in Winchester. This renovation included a garage addition, living room, dining room, kitchen remodel and master suite including bathroom remodel and closet.

A New Age in Home Design: 3D Planning with Joe Dellanno

3D modeling has changed the world of architectural designs, and Sterling Homes is happy to offer this service to our clients with designer, Joe Dellano.

Top 5 Tips for Your Summer Renovation Project

For many, a home renovation project can seem daunting. We’ve compiled a list of five key items to consider in your planning.

Innovative building technology products

Technology isn’t just for electronics – the building industry is constantly innovating to create energy-efficient and low-maintenance products for today’s state-of-the-art homes. From low-maintenance siding and trim products to the newest thinking in home weatherization, here are just a few of the innovations available to builders to make your new home the best it can be.

Budgeting for Your Project: New Guidance in an Unpredictable Economy

One of the questions I get most frequently from people contacting us about new jobs is, what will it cost to build my new home / addition / kitchen, etc.? It’s an understandable first question – you need to know what things are going to cost so that you can determine what you can afford – but answering the question without knowing what exactly you’d like to build and what your existing site conditions are, is difficult for any contractor. That being said, I do want to offer you some guidance to help you with your project planning.

Kitchen Remodeling Ideas: Traditional vs. Contemporary Kitchen Design

When it comes to kitchen remodeling ideas, the choices can often seem overwhelming.  However, working your way through these choices boils down to a deceptively simple question: Do you prefer traditional or contemporary kitchen designs?

Home Safety Checklist: 15 Tips for Securing Your Home Before A Vacation

August is here, and some of the Sterling Homes team will be heading off on summer vacation. That got us thinking… Whether you are still trying to sneak in a summer getaway, or going away later in the year, home security is always an important consideration.

Your January Home Checklist

Make your home (and yourself) healthier while you nestle in and get inspired for the coming year. Check out Houzz's list of 13 things do do around the home in January.

New Home Construction in Needham, MA

Check out the photos from this special home in Needham, MA. A spacious, comfortable 3 bedroom family home, with all of the modern upgrades and amenities. Browse the pictures and see what you think. We'd love to hear from you!

Watch a Modular Home Set!

Witness the day of the home set with a Preferred Building Systems modular home. This home consists of 3 modular home boxes and several roof sections. The home will be secure and weather tight in a single day and typically only takes a few weeks to complete.

Modular Colonial Home in Lexington, MA

This young family of four was living in a 2 bedroom, 1 ½ bath on this same lot in Lexington, MA. They loved their neighborhood, but were simply outgrowing the space. They wanted a master suite, a bedroom for each of their two children, as well as space for entertaining and a play space for the kids.

Beauty by the Sea: A Home Renovation in Marblehead, MA

This young family found the not-quite-perfect 1930's house in the perfect neighborhood in Marblehead, MA. After seeing the beautiful work and getting a glowing recommendation from a happy Sterling Homes client in Andover, MA, they tapped Russell Busa and the Sterling Homes team to bring their dream home to life.

Welcome Home to Weston: A Gorgeous Open Concept

Our client grew up in this Weston neighborhood, but his 1950’s childhood home was in need of an update and more space for this growing family. Sterling Homes tore down the original structure and built a brand new 4 bedroom, 3 ½ bath, 4,000 square foot modified-Cape style house. The home is an open concept, with a large sunny white kitchen that opens up to a dining room and living room and high 9 foot ceilings.

Should You Move or Remodel? That is the question...

If you want to change your home, your other option besides remodeling is to find a new one. But more and more American families are deciding to stay put and improve their existing home. According to the National Association of Homebuilders, here are some of the reasons...

Transforming Your Living Space: Andover, MA Kitchen/Family Room Renovation

Sterling Homes did a complete overhaul of this 1978-built colonial in Andover, MA. This young family was tired of the cramped/dated kitchen and awkward flow...

Your Home: The Real Deal on "Going Green"

This is an excerpt of a Q&A about green building that originally appeared in Wellesley/Weston Magazine. I thought it would be a good one to share with our readers to answer commonly asked questions on green building and home improvements.

Spring Home Care Tips

You’ve turned your clocks forward, so that means it’s time to take advantage of the extra sunshine and warmer temperatures, and give your home the TLC it’s been missing over the winter months. Before the spring rains, warmer weather and bugs hit, there are a few easy things you should do for your Greater Boston area home to keep it energy efficient and performing at and looking its best. As a top Boston home builder, we know just what you need to do to keep your home in tip top shape, and we’ve offered some suggestions below:

Before you Build – 5 Steps to Building your New Home

Building a new home begins long before the foundation is poured. To help you avoid costly mistakes during the construction process, we’ve identified five important steps you should know about before you build. I’ve presented this topic in the past and it is always well-received by audiences that are looking for guidance on this sometimes overwhelming process. 

How much do modular homes cost?

We’ve all seen the ads for $150,000 two-story 2,500 square foot modular homes in the newspaper or on the web. Sounds great, doesn’t it? But at the same time, if the ads seem too good to be true to you, your instincts are correct. The $150,000 price tag is designed to get you interested, but it doesn’t represent the full cost of building a modular home.  

How much to remodel a kitchen?

The kitchen is the heart of the home. And is one of its greatest value drivers. Here are some helpful guidelines to help you determine and appropriate budget for your kitchen remodel.

Sterling Homes Ranked One of the Best General Contractors in Boston

Sterling Homes is proud to announce that we have been rated one of the best residential General Contractors in Boston by Boston Architects.

Bathroom Remodeling Ideas to Make the Most of Small Spaces

Upgrading your bathroom is one of the best ways to add value to your home. Even so, bathroom remodeling can sometimes be challenging whenever there is a limited amount of space available to work with. Small bathrooms do not have to be dull and boring, as there are a number of practical ideas you can use in order to make the most of this space.

1900 Colonial Update: Bedford, MA Kitchen/Family Room Renovation

This family of four wanted to open and update the living spaces of their Colonial home, built in 1900. Not only did the first floor have four different types of flooring, but it had varying ceiling heights which contributed to the choppy look and feel.

We support Northeast Animal Shelter

Every day, thousands of unwanted dogs and cats across the U.S. are abandoned. Left on the streets or in overcrowded shelters, most face certain death. To help end this cycle, Sterling Homes is proud to donate a portion of our proceeds to the Northeast Animal Shelter in Salem, MA.

Sterling Homes Awarded Best of Houzz 2017

Over 40 million users nominated Best Home Building, Remodeling and Design Professionals in North America and around the world, and we won!