Updated: Jul 10, 2026
Location and Projects
Address
2 Hummingbird Way, Methuen, MA, 01844
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James E. Brown Construction
Serving the Methuen, Massachusetts area, James E. Brown brings over three decades of experience in the local construction industry. Active for 34 years, he has completed an array of projects for residential clients, from home renovations to general home improvement work. His portfolio demonstrates experience in both interior and exterior updates, tailored to the needs of homeowners in Methuen and the surrounding communities. With a longstanding presence in the region, James E. Brown is familiar with the area’s housing styles and building requirements. He works closely with clients throughout all phases of their projects, drawing on decades of practical knowledge to ensure each job aligns with local standards. Clients seeking established expertise for home construction or remodeling in Methuen can rely on his many years serving the community.
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Phone Number: (978) 237-1242
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Address: 2 Hummingbird Way, Methuen, MA 01844
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James E. Brown Methuen
Quality
97
82nd percentile
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We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
James E. Brown has a BuildZoom score of 97, which places them above 82% of 139,240 contractors in Massachusetts.
Activity
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2 projects
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2024 |
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8 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that James E. Brown has worked on at least
10.0 projects over the past 3 years.
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This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
Experience
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5 projects
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Kitchen remodels |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that James E. Brown mostly works on
kitchen remodel
projects.
Pricing
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3 projects
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< $5k |
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1 project
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$20k-$50k |
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1 project
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$50k-$100k |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $5,000. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Finish basement for family room and office- no new bedrooms. ** comply all codes** install ceiling walls electrical and floors** homeowner permit- electrical must be done by licensed electrician. firestop permiter walls at top plates
Valuation:
$33,513
Permit #:
R-22-0703
Status:
issued
Fee:
$402
Permit Type:
Alteration(s) fin...
Building Type:
N/A
Building new 4 bedroom single family home
Valuation:
$350,000
Permit #:
RB-2021-00146
Status:
complete
Fee:
$3,949
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Restaurant suffered water damage during cold snap; damage to ceiling tiles plaster/drywall. remove wet plaster/drywall
Valuation:
$18,064
Permit #:
22030312
Status:
filed
Fee:
$380
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Replace 100 amp service with 200amp install new meter socket with main breaker service entrance conductors and new 40 circuit load center
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
E-23-00115
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Removal of water damage materials due to sprinkler break. 1st floor;kitchen removal of the part of the ceiling upper cabinets rear wall and hardwood flooring basement hallway removal of the ceiling basement rear bedroom removal of the ceiling rear wall and hardwood flooring
Valuation:
$13,340
Permit #:
SF928651
Status:
filed
Fee:
$160
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
1-3fam
We live in duplex condo and would like to install a 3 section of 6 h privacy fence between the units
Valuation:
$550
Permit #:
R-21-1275
Status:
issued
Fee:
$25
Permit Type:
Existing building...
Building Type:
N/A
Removal of water damage ceiling tiles sheetrock wall carpet floor tile
Valuation:
$230,000
Permit #:
BP-20-486
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remodel kitchen addition recess light and outlets as required
Valuation:
$5,000
Permit #:
ELEC23-00440
Status:
issued
Fee:
$125
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Remodel bathrm replace fan addition recess lights outlets switch
Valuation:
$3,000
Permit #:
ELEC21-00145
Status:
issued
Fee:
$75
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Remodel bathroom. replace fan/light addition recess light
Valuation:
$1,900
Permit #:
E-21-0286
Status:
complete
Fee:
$30
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Residential
Remodel kitchen and bathroom. addition new recess lighting outlets and switches
Valuation:
$5,100
Permit #:
E-20-553
Status:
issued
Fee:
$125
Permit Type:
Blanket electrica...
Building Type:
Single family
Remodel kitchen and bathroom. addition new recess lighting outlets and switches
Valuation:
$5,100
Permit #:
TE-20-553
Status:
filed
Fee:
$125
Permit Type:
Blanket electrica...
Building Type:
Single family
Remodel kitchen addition recess light and outlets remodel half bathroom
Valuation:
$4,400
Permit #:
E-20-383
Status:
issued
Fee:
$100
Permit Type:
Miscellaneous ele...
Building Type:
Single family
Remodel kitchen addition recess light and outlets remodel half bathroom
Valuation:
$4,400
Permit #:
TE-20-383
Status:
filed
Fee:
$100
Permit Type:
Miscellaneous ele...
Building Type:
Single family
Remodel bathroom
Valuation:
$3,000
Permit #:
ELEC21-00678
Status:
final
Fee:
$75
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Remodel bathroom
Valuation:
$3,000
Permit #:
ELEC21-00675
Status:
final
Fee:
$75
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Kitchen remodel
Valuation:
$60,000
Permit #:
BP-23-205
Status:
issued
Fee:
$720
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remodel kitchen addition recess lights and outlets
Valuation:
$4,100
Permit #:
E-20-642
Status:
issued
Fee:
$100
Permit Type:
New construction/...
Building Type:
Single family
Remodel kitchen addition recess lights and outlets
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
E-20-0010
Status:
complete
Fee:
$195
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Residential
Remodel kitchen addition 10 recessed & relocate outlets
Valuation:
$56,950
Permit #:
E-18-707
Status:
complete
Fee:
$168
Permit Type:
Miscellaneous ele...
Building Type:
Single family
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Verified License
| License # | 214360 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Type | Home Improvement Contractor |
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Verified License
| License # | CS-020747 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Type | Building Licenses, Construction Supervisor |
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| License # | CS-083685 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Type | Building Licenses, Construction Supervisor |
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| License # | 12693 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Type | Plumber |
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| License # | 40521 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Massachusetts |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of March, 2017. Check the current license status of James E. Brown with the Massachusetts Department of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation
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License Not Verified
| License # | 19011 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Massachusetts |
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Inactive License
| License # | 119049 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Type | Home Improvement Contractor |
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Inactive License
| License # | 199386 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Type | Home Improvement Contractor |
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97
BuildZoom Score
60
Permits
- Building permit records show that James E. Brown has worked on 60 permitted projects.
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