A beach cottage built for summers that now has to work all year, floors that swell when the humidity climbs, exterior paint that salt and wind strip faster than it should. Silva Construction Pro is a licensed and insured general contractor in Salisbury, MA, working from 96 Main St in Saugus. We take your project from the first conversation to the final walkthrough. Request a free estimate below, or call (978) 239-4443.
Licensed in Massachusetts: HIC #213421 · CSL #123919 | Fully licensed and insured | 20+ years of experience | Rated 5.0 on Google | 2-year workmanship warranty on renovation projects
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A beach cottage built for summers that now has to work all year, floors that swell when the humidity climbs, exterior paint that salt and wind strip faster than it should. Silva Construction Pro is a licensed and insured general contractor in Salisbury, MA, working from 96 Main St in Saugus. We take your project from the first conversation to the final walkthrough. Request a free estimate below, or call (978) 239-4443.
Licensed in Massachusetts: HIC #213421 · CSL #123919 | Fully licensed and insured | 20+ years of experience | Rated 5.0 on Google | 2-year workmanship warranty on renovation projects
Premium Renovations Without the Premium Price Tag
Salisbury is the northernmost coastal town in Massachusetts, and we serve it from our Saugus office. Over 20+ years we have handled bathrooms, kitchens, floors, walls, paint, masonry and exterior cleaning for Massachusetts homeowners, and one team carries each project from planning to completion.
Our HIC #213421 and CSL #123919 numbers are public. Hiring a general contractor in Salisbury means one contact who understands that a beach-area house needs different choices than an inland one.
He treats our home as if it was his own
Highly recommended
Salisbury is defined by its shoreline: about five miles of beach, wide salt marshes and a housing stock that includes many small seasonal cottages next to year-round homes. A cottage that was built for summer use has thin walls, limited insulation and plumbing that was never meant for a full winter. When owners turn a summer place into a home, or simply want a kitchen and bathroom they can use every day, the renovation has to address all of that.
A good plan for a beach-area house starts with moisture and ends with finishes. We look at ventilation, at flooring that can handle humidity, at bathrooms that dry out and at exteriors that will hold paint. We also look at the whole house, so a new kitchen does not end up in a building that has other problems waiting underneath. We begin with a walk through your home, discuss your goals and assess the space before anything is priced.
Near the beach, finishes matter as much as layouts. Flooring works best with luxury vinyl plank, which is 100% waterproof, or tile, and bathroom remodeling and tile installation should be built for moisture from the subfloor up. Kitchen remodeling and drywall and plaster cover the rooms and repairs that turn a seasonal cottage into a year-round home. Outside, painting is prepped for salt and wind, pressure washing clears sand, salt and mildew, and masonry keeps chimneys, steps and walkways sound. Demolition comes first when a cottage needs to be opened up.
A general contractor in Salisbury who handles all of that in one plan can make a summer house work in January.
Salisbury’s marshes and beach are also its exposure. Storms, high tides and erosion shape the shoreline, and some areas are prone to flooding. For a house in such a zone, the renovation choices that matter most are the ones above the waterline: moisture-tolerant flooring at lower levels, finishes that can be cleaned and dried, paint systems built for salt and sealed masonry.
Maintenance matters too. Salt and sand build up on siding and decks and wear on paint, so wash them before they set. Fall is the time for mortar and chimney repair ahead of the first freeze, and late spring is for repainting. A general contractor in Salisbury who works to that calendar keeps coastal weather from wearing the same spot twice.
Most renovation work in Salisbury, including kitchens, bathrooms and structural changes, needs a building permit from the town. In Massachusetts the registered contractor applies for covered work. Owners of an owner-occupied one- or two-family home can use the homeowner exemption, taking on full responsibility and giving up the protections of the state’s Home Improvement Contractor program. In practice, a general contractor in Salisbury takes care of this for you.
Homes near the shoreline or in flood zones may have added requirements, particularly for larger changes. Give us your address at the free estimate and we will go over what the project is likely to need.
We start with a free visit: we look at how the house is built, how it is used in winter and summer, and what you want to change. A detailed plan and an itemized estimate follow. During the work we use dust barriers and clean daily, and we end with a walkthrough of the finished project.
We work as a general contractor in Salisbury and in 14 other cities across the North Shore, Greater Boston and southern New Hampshire. Nearby, we also work in Newburyport, Amesbury, Haverhill and Salem, NH. See every town on our service areas page.
Is Silva Construction Pro a licensed general contractor in Salisbury?
Yes. HIC #213421 and CSL #123919, with general liability insurance and workers’ compensation.
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes. We come to the house, talk through the project and give a clear estimate at no cost.
Can you winterize or upgrade a summer cottage?
We can renovate kitchens, bathrooms, floors, walls and exteriors to make a cottage work year-round. Insulation, heating and structural work depend on the building, and we assess it first.
What flooring is best for a beach-area home?
Luxury vinyl plank is 100% waterproof, and tile handles moisture well. We recommend based on the room and how you use it.
Can you help with moisture problems in the bathroom?
Yes. Proper ventilation, waterproofing and tile setting are part of every bathroom we build, and we assess existing moisture damage before we start.
What warranty covers the work?
Renovation projects have a 2-year workmanship warranty, and fixtures and materials keep their manufacturer warranties.
Can I stay at home during the renovation?
In most cases. We use dust barriers, clean daily and arrange a temporary kitchen area when the kitchen is involved.
What is the payment schedule?
A deposit to start, progress payments at milestones and the final payment at completion.
Request your free estimate or call (978) 239-4443.
Silva Construction Pro · 96 Main St, Saugus, MA 01906 · Monday–Saturday, 7:00 AM–5:00 PM