Renovations and additions for Hopkinton, MA homes
Hopkinton runs from the old houses around the Town Common to newer neighborhoods on either side of I-495. Whether yours needs a kitchen that fits a busy family or an addition that respects a historic street, you want to know what the town will review and what the work will cost before it starts.
Gamache Construction for Hopkinton homeowners
Gamache Construction is a family-owned general contractor headquartered in Northborough, Massachusetts. The company serves Hopkinton with home additions, whole-home renovations, kitchen, bathroom and basement remodeling, interior painting and garages. Chris Gamache owns the business, runs its three crews and brings in plumbing, electrical and tile trades as each job requires. Gamache Construction has worked since 2006, is licensed and insured in Massachusetts, manages permits and inspections with Hopkinton’s Inspectional Services at Town Hall, offers a labor warranty, and gives a written estimate before any work is scheduled.
Historic districts, lakes and a town split by the interstate
Hopkinton was incorporated in 1715 on land bought with a Harvard trust fund, and the Boston Marathon has started on its Main Street since 1924. Here is what that history and geography mean for a remodel.
- Hopkinton Center Historic District. This local historic district takes in properties around the Town Common and on East Main Street, and was expanded in 2000 and 2001. Exterior changes to architectural features in the district go to the Historic District Commission for approval.
- Woodville Historic District. The village of Woodville, on Route 135 at the north end of Whitehall Reservoir, became a second historic district in 2005 with its own commission.
- Mill housing and newer neighborhoods. Former factory worker housing still stands in the center, while the rest of town is more rural, with about 5,100 housing units spread over 27.9 square miles.
- Lakes and reservoirs. Whitehall Reservoir, Hopkinton Reservoir, North Pond and Echo Lake, the source of the Charles River, are all in town. Work near water or wetlands needs Conservation Commission review before a building permit.
- Permits at Town Hall. Inspectional Services, which issues building, wiring and plumbing permits, is at Town Hall, 18 Main Street.
Sources: Hopkinton, Massachusetts on Wikipedia; Town of Hopkinton Historic District Commission.
Hopkinton remodeling and addition services
Home additions
In-law suites, primary bedroom suites, home offices and kitchen extensions, matched to the existing house.
Kitchens
Islands, new cabinetry and layouts that open the kitchen to the family room.
Bathrooms
Primary baths, hall baths and tub-to-shower conversions.
Basements
Finished lower levels with bars, kitchenettes and family rooms.
Renovations
Whole-home updates for older houses near the center and newer ones alike.
Painting
Interior painting, including trim and doors.
Decks
New decks, rebuilds and repairs.
Windows and doors
Replacement windows and entry doors.
Garages
Garages built to match the house. Roofing and siding go to Roofing by Gamache.
My house is near the Town Common. Does the Historic District Commission have to approve the work?
If the property is inside the Hopkinton Center Historic District and the work changes exterior architectural features, yes, it needs the commission’s approval. Interior remodeling is outside its review. Whether your address falls inside a district is one of the first things we check.
Is Woodville a separate historic district?
Yes. Woodville was established as its own historic district in 2005, with its own commission, so exterior changes there follow the same kind of review.
Who files the building permit in Hopkinton?
We do. Gamache Construction prepares and files the permit with Inspectional Services at Town Hall, 18 Main Street, and handles the inspections.
My lot backs onto a pond or wetland. Can I still add on?
Often, but expect an extra step. Work near wetlands or water needs Conservation Commission review under state wetlands rules, and that review comes before the building permit.
Will I know the cost before work begins?
Yes. The estimate is free and written, with the scope, options and pricing, and nothing goes on the schedule until you have approved it. Financing is available.
Porches, doors and the details people notice
“An outstanding job reconstructing our front porch”
Chris and his team did an outstanding job reconstructing our front porch. They worked tirelessly through all of the elements throughout the winter & spring and got the job done much faster than expected! Thank you!
“They did an amazing job!”
Gamache Construction installed new doors for us recently. They did an amazing job!
The order of a Hopkinton project
Any commission review fits between the estimate and the build.
Consultation
We meet at the house, see the space and talk about what has to change.
Written estimate
Scope, options and price on paper before anything is booked.
Approvals and permits
Any historic or conservation review that applies, then the building permit, which we prepare and file.
Construction and walkthrough
Chris runs the crew, trades come in on schedule, and we walk the finished work with you.
Neighboring towns we serve
Our Northborough team works across MetroWest and Worcester County. Towns shown on this site are examples, not a complete boundary for project inquiries. Share your location and the work you are considering so we can confirm coverage for your project.
Your Hopkinton project starts with a site visit
On the first visit we look at the house and the lot, check whether a historic district or nearby wetland adds a review step, and then put the scope and price in writing.