Updated: Jul 24, 2026
Location and Projects
Address
57 Brookside Ave, Boston, MA, 02130
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Donelan Contracting, 57 Brookside Ave, Boston, MA (Owned by: Paul Donelan) holds a Building Licenses, Construction Supervisor license and 6 other licenses according to the Massachusetts license board.
Their BuildZoom score of 110 ranks in the top 4% of 139,240 Massachusetts licensed contractors.
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Donelan Contracting Services
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Custom Home Build
New Home Construction
Medium Multi-Family New Con...
Other Residential New Const...
Multi-Room Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Basement Remodel
Medium Multi-Family Remodel...
Other Residential Remodel
Office Renovation
Restaurant Renovation
Retail Renovation
Other Commercial Renovation
Roofing
Hardwood Flooring
Carpets
Laminate Flooring
Other Flooring
Framing
Wood Fences
Backsplash and Countertops
Stonework
Tile Flooring
Other Stone and Tile
Drywall
Interior Plaster
Brick and Blockwork
Other Masonry
Foundations
Other Concrete
Demolition
Paving, Driveways, and Side...
Excavation and Grading
Other Site Work
Donelan Contracting Contact Information
Phone Number: (617) 522-8532
Address: 57 Brookside Ave, Boston, MA 02130
Donelan Contracting Boston
Quality
110
96th percentile
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We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
Donelan Contracting has a BuildZoom score of 110, which places them above 96% of 139,240 contractors in Massachusetts.
Activity
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1 project
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2025 |
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3 projects
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2024 |
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3 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Donelan Contracting has worked on at least
7.0 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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1 project
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< $5k |
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2 projects
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$5k-$20k |
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2 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 $36,100. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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This is a sample of this contractor's permits. Click here to access their complete permit history.
Install a valor gas fireplace with a b vent going through roof. no structural work required. unit installed by commonwealth fireplace and the roof penetration done by eastern craftman roofing. plumbing done by barry plumbing from chestnut hill. work is being done at 372 amory st
Valuation:
$12,000
Permit #:
SF1581339
Status:
filed
Fee:
$140
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Multi
Install 3 nonbearing walls; misc. electrical work involving changing lighting and switching; installing a sump pump in existing pit; install new sinks/faucets toilets in baths; sanding floors and painting unit
Valuation:
$87,500
Permit #:
SF1562390
Status:
filed
Fee:
$900
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Multi
Extend kitchen on the right and back to accommodate new kitchen design. extend walk in closet on 2nd fl for larger closet and exercise room
Valuation:
$307,800
Permit #:
22030393
Status:
filed
Fee:
$6,160
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation of existing bathroom with dust mitigation; no structural. existing vents (dryer bath) will be reused. all fixtures remain in same place. all work to be done in accordance with brookline by-laws and 780 cmr
Valuation:
$17,800
Permit #:
BP-2021-001189
Status:
issued
Fee:
$220
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Multi family dwel...
Level basement slab. adding stairway basement to 1st floor. adding bathroom and storage room in basement. moving 2 partitions 1st floor. changing kitchen cabinets.as this building is a mixed use building you while an owner cannot take out a building permit. we would also need a better set plans for the proposed renovations--mpd
Valuation:
$80,000
Permit #:
54941
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Interior alterati...
Building Type:
N/A
Partial renovation in kitchen(cabinet faces lighting, island) eating area (seating moulding on walls)
Valuation:
$57,400
Permit #:
SF1617965
Status:
filed
Fee:
$600
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
1-2fam
Remove the existing tile in the tub area and floor. retile installing concrete board on floor and tub surround
Valuation:
$900
Permit #:
SF1442821
Status:
filed
Fee:
$30
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Mixed
Renovation of existing kitchen and half bathroom on lower level. no structural work. new cabinets and counters. half bathroom fixtures replaced but remain in same place
Valuation:
$24,600
Permit #:
SF1124028
Status:
filed
Fee:
$270
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
1-2fam
Remove old cabinets update kitchen electrical and plumbing install new cabinets patch walls and paint
Valuation:
$13,400
Permit #:
SF1352442
Status:
filed
Fee:
$160
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
1-3fam
Adding approx 35 ft to the existing half bathroom on first for to make it a full bathroom to allow aging in place. it will extend onto an existing deck
Valuation:
$36,000
Permit #:
ALT1462952
Status:
complete
Fee:
$410
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
1-2fam
Small renovation of exisitng bathroom. changing tiles and tub. leaving vanity and electrical. changing toilet to 1.6 for code
Valuation:
$10,600
Permit #:
BP-2020-001184
Status:
issued
Fee:
$140
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Multi family dwel...
Back entrance to basement floods. blocking that up and pouring a new side entrance with concrete walls. new door to basement. shower valve installed on back wall of house
Valuation:
$14,000
Permit #:
ALT922430
Status:
complete
Fee:
$193
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
1-2fam
Renovate kitchen addition 8'x10 mudroom built into the back cubby space. addition air conditioning to 1st fl
Valuation:
$87,000
Permit #:
19030700
Status:
issued
Fee:
$1,740
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
6 ft cedar fence tapered to 4ft at walkway. approx 138 ft long
Valuation:
$10,000
Permit #:
21090693
Status:
filed
Fee:
$200
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Unit 703-change kitchen counters; paint unit; sand floors; retile bathroom and floor; change recessed lights to led
Valuation:
$22,040
Permit #:
SF1004822
Status:
filed
Fee:
$250
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Multi
Construct rear addition to replace deck.;add bathroom to 2nd floor. extend length (not width) of front porch
Valuation:
$79,240
Permit #:
ALT840553
Status:
filed
Fee:
$880
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
1-2fam
Unit 1-renovate kitchen and bathroom. all fixtures remain in same location
Valuation:
$38,500
Permit #:
SF964807
Status:
filed
Fee:
$410
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
1-3fam
Installing new roof; replacing railings and ballustrades where they are rotted. ; no structural egress or zoning changes
Valuation:
$9,840
Permit #:
SF826196
Status:
filed
Fee:
$120
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
1-2fam
Renovation of existing bathroom; repair of some damaged window sills
Valuation:
$23,500
Permit #:
RES-028275-2019
Status:
final
Fee:
$306
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation of existing bathroom fixtures to remain in same place. no structural work
Valuation:
$18,500
Permit #:
SF1056260
Status:
filed
Fee:
$210
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
1-2fam
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Verified License
| License # | CS-038483 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Type | Building Licenses, Construction Supervisor |
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Verified License
| License # | 105218 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Type | Home Improvement Contractor |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of June 2026.
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License Not Verified
| License # | 105218 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Newton |
| Type | Electrical Contractor |
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License Not Verified
| License # | 105218 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Newton |
| Type | General Contractor |
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License Not Verified
| License # | 38483 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Newton |
| Type | Building Contractor |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of November, 2023. Check the current license status of Donelan Contracting with the City of Newton Massachusetts
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License Not Verified
| License # | 38483 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Newton |
| Type | Residential Builder |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of November, 2023. Check the current license status of Donelan Contracting with the City of Newton Massachusetts
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Inactive License
| License # | NAT-38649-2 |
| Status | Inactive |
| Nation | Environmental Protection Agency |
| Type | Renovation |
- According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed.
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110
BuildZoom Score
143
Permits
- Building permit records show that Donelan Contracting has worked on 143 permitted projects.
Donelan Contracting Employees
PD
Paul Donelan
Owner