Updated: Oct 21, 2025
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Address
17 Melbourne Road, Pittsfield, MA, 01201
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Chester J Johnston Construction
Chester J Johnston, 17 Melbourne Rd, Pittsfield, MA (Owned by: Chester Johnsoton) holds a Building Licenses, Construction Supervisor license and 6 other licenses according to the Massachusetts license board.
Their BuildZoom score of 101 ranks in the top 12% of 139,240 Massachusetts licensed contractors.
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Phone Number: (413) 441-0958
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Address: 17 Melbourne Road, Pittsfield, MA 01201
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Chester J Johnston Pittsfield
Quality
101
88th percentile
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We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
Chester J Johnston has a BuildZoom score of 101, which places them above 88% of 139,240 contractors in Massachusetts.
Activity
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2 projects
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2024 |
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7 projects
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2023 |
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3 projects
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2022 |
Our building permit records indicate that Chester J Johnston has worked on at least
12.0 projects over the past 3 years.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
Pricing
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4 projects
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$5k-$20k |
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3 projects
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$20k-$50k |
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3 projects
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$50k-$100k |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $23,500. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Remove slate and wood shakes from main section of barn. instal new osb plywood on entire roof. instal ice and water barrier 3 up from edge and synthetic underlayment on rest of surface. instal new 35 year architectural shingles
Valuation:
$18,000
Permit #:
C-23-0005
Status:
issued
Fee:
$140
Permit Type:
Roof
Building Type:
N/A
Convert large laundry room to bathroom with tub shower sink and toilet. plumbing permit to be pulled by plumber. electrical permit to be pulled by electrician
Valuation:
$35,000
Permit #:
R-24-0070
Status:
issued
Fee:
$205
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Installing new 2/4 walls as shown on plans install r19 insulation in walls r49 in attic r30 in basement ceiling also installing 1/2 in drywall throughout on walls and ceiling’s plumbing and electrical work will be submitted for there part of the job as well
Valuation:
$45,000
Permit #:
C-21-0015
Status:
issued
Fee:
$275
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
See attached drawings - full renovation of existing home
Valuation:
$678,000
Permit #:
R-21-0133
Status:
complete
Fee:
$4,792
Permit Type:
Repair alteration...
Building Type:
N/A
Reconfigure existing layout
Valuation:
$80,000
Permit #:
R-24-0399
Status:
issued
Fee:
$455
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Removal of deck boards and joyce to pull out an oil tank and replace joyces and new decking
Valuation:
$8,000
Permit #:
R-23-0052
Status:
issued
Fee:
$70
Permit Type:
Repair
Building Type:
N/A
See attached drawings - full renovation of existing home
Valuation:
$678,000
Permit #:
R-21-0133
Status:
complete
Fee:
$4,792
Permit Type:
Repair alteration...
Building Type:
N/A
Framing according to drawing 2/4 studs 16 on center insulation and sheetrock electrician and plumber will pull their own permits for the work that they need to do
Valuation:
$19,000
Permit #:
R-20-0204
Status:
issued
Fee:
$95
Permit Type:
Frame up existing...
Building Type:
N/A
Renovate kitchen and bathroom. refinish hardwood flooring and new paint throughout
Valuation:
$45,000
Permit #:
R-23-0368
Status:
complete
Fee:
$280
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Strip existing shingle from 1st floor roof replace to existing skylights and install new roofing shingles
Valuation:
$11,500
Permit #:
R-21-0084
Status:
issued
Fee:
$110
Permit Type:
Roof
Building Type:
N/A
Strip existing shingle from 1st floor roof replace to existing skylights and install new roofing shingles
Valuation:
$11,500
Permit #:
R-21-0084
Status:
issued
Fee:
$110
Permit Type:
Roof
Building Type:
N/A
Removal of deck boards and joyce to pull out an oil tank and replace joyces and new decking
Valuation:
$8,000
Permit #:
R-23-0052
Status:
issued
Fee:
$70
Permit Type:
Repair
Building Type:
N/A
Finished basement with bathroom. plans attached
Valuation:
$70,000
Permit #:
R-23-0118
Status:
issued
Fee:
$455
Permit Type:
Finished basement
Building Type:
N/A
Finished basement with bathroom. plans attached
Valuation:
$70,000
Permit #:
R-23-0118
Status:
issued
Fee:
$455
Permit Type:
Finished basement
Building Type:
N/A
Replace rotted sill boards on north and east sides of house
Valuation:
$15,000
Permit #:
R-23-0193
Status:
issued
Fee:
$125
Permit Type:
Repair
Building Type:
N/A
Replace rotted sill boards on north and east sides of house
Valuation:
$15,000
Permit #:
R-23-0193
Status:
issued
Fee:
$125
Permit Type:
Repair
Building Type:
N/A
Remove existing 3 support beam porch leaving the roof and installing new 3 support beam porch
Valuation:
$13,000
Permit #:
R-20-0091
Status:
issued
Fee:
$65
Permit Type:
Repair
Building Type:
N/A
Remove existing 3 support beam porch leaving the roof and installing new 3 support beam porch
Valuation:
$13,000
Permit #:
R-20-0091
Status:
issued
Fee:
$65
Permit Type:
Repair
Building Type:
N/A
Frame up existing walls plank house already open for framing inside. 2/4/8 walls 16 on center insulation and sheetrock tape sand paint. electrical and plumber will have their own permit
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
R-19-0123
Status:
issued
Fee:
$110
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
New 15 by 8 addition for bathroom
Valuation:
$50,000
Permit #:
R-23-0101
Status:
issued
Fee:
$260
Permit Type:
Addition
Building Type:
N/A
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Verified License
| License # | CS-038432 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Type | Building Licenses, Construction Supervisor |
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Verified License
| License # | 173826 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Type | Home Improvement Contractor |
| Date Issued | 01-30-2025 |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of September 2025.
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| License # | 224260 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Newton |
| Type | Building Contractor |
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License Not Verified
| License # | 112705 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Newton |
| Type | General Contractor |
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License Not Verified
| License # | 224260 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Newton |
| Type | Residential Builder |
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License Not Verified
| License # | 112705 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Newton |
| Type | Electrical Contractor |
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Inactive License
| License # | MCO.0904361 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | Connecticut |
| Type | Mechanical Corporation |
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101
BuildZoom Score
29
Permits
- Building permit records show that Chester J Johnston has worked on 29 permitted projects.
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