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Location and Projects

Address
27 Congress St, Salem, MA, 01970
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James J. Welch Construction

James J. Welch & Co. was established in 1852 by James J. Welch. Originally intended to focus on stone masonry in Salem, MA., the company gradually became a full service general contracting and construction management throughout the New England area.

More than 165 years later, James J. Welch & Co. is still a family-owned business working with our seventh generation of family management—right here in Salem, MA. Our rich history, strong foundation, and unique expertise, are a few of the many reasons our long-standing clients see us as dedicated, reliable, and trustworthy partners.

From BuildZoom: James J. Welch, 27 Congress St, Salem, MA holds a Home Improvement Contractor license according to the Massachusetts license board.

Their BuildZoom score of 123 ranks in the top 1% of 139,240 Massachusetts licensed contractors.

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James J. Welch Contact Information

Address: 27 Congress St, Salem, MA 01970

James J. Welch Salem

Quality

123
99th percentile
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James J. Welch has a BuildZoom score of 123, which places them above 99% of 139,240 contractors in Massachusetts.

Activity

1 project
 2025
8 projects
 2024
11 projects
 2023
Our building permit records indicate that James J. Welch has worked on at least 20.0 projects over the past 3 years.

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Experience

6 projects
 Commercial Renovations
3 projects
 New Constructions
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that James J. Welch mostly works on commercial renovation and new construction projects.

Pricing

2 projects
 < $5k
3 projects
 $5k-$20k
1 project
 $20k-$50k
1 project
 $50k-$100k
3 projects
 $100k-$250k
2 projects
 $250k-$500k
2 projects
 $500k-$1mil
6 projects
 $1mil+
Value Not Public: 1.0 project
The typical size of their permits is approximately $140,000. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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James J. Welch Reviews
5 out of 5 stars, based on 1 review

  • December 1, 2017
    Verified Hire

    They have been great to work with. On schedule and actually slightly ahead of time. Very good communicators, which for me is a big item.
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Building Permits by James J. Welch

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Building permit
101 Middlesex Tpke, Burlington, MA, 1803
2024-09-09
Facade modification of existing building. re-demising portion of existing building. construction of (2) exterior patio spaces screening wall and modifications of existing hardscape.** this permit is not for occupancy **
Valuation:
$3,443,749
Permit #:
BP-24-235
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Short form building permit
242-246 Cambridge St, Boston, MA, 2114
2024-02-13
Existing restaurant interior refresh. portions of existing tile to be replaced with accent tile. new plaster finish on interior walls. new ceiling tiles on existing grid. new finishes and accessories in existing restrooms. new serving line countertops. replacement of various lighting fixtures
Valuation:
$180,000
Permit #:
SF1566794
Status:
filed
Fee:
$1,820
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Mixed
Building permit
436 Broadway, Methuen, MA, 1844
2023-12-22
Ground-up construction for a new 2, 106 sf fast food restaurant. automatic door openers required at main entrance- signage requires permits by installers. ** comply all codes** 2023 stretch energy code - planning board decision in files- main entrance- both doors to have automatic openers. annual ci required
Valuation:
$1,500,000
Permit #:
BLDG-23-2244
Status:
suspended
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Short form building permit
465 Medford St, Charlestown, MA, 2129
2023-12-12
;installation of new interior partitions to create office spaces, ;new act ceiling throughout, ;flooring (vinyl tile &; carpet) , existing restrooms to receive new wall tile and plumbing fixtures (no change in plumbing configuration, ;;new kitchenette consisting of cabinets sink dishwasher and refrigerator, ;electrical: installation of new lighting switches and outlets in the newly cr... see more
Valuation:
$585,679
Permit #:
SF1546646
Status:
complete
Fee:
$5,880
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Commercial
Building permit
151 Pelham St, Methuen, MA, 1844
2024-09-13
Smokehouse barbecue- renovations of existing restaurant space for new owner operator. scope includes new floor wall and ceilingfinishes replacement of existing light fixtures exteriorpaint and signage new bartop and bar millwork. comply with all codes. new signage requires permits. **
Valuation:
$130,000
Permit #:
BLDG-24-1315
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Building permit
14 Seth F Tobey Rd, Wareham, MA, 02571
2022-05-04
The proposed eye dr tenant improvement will renovate 2, 730 square feet for dr. kadrmas. the entirety of the renovated space is considered a business (b) use group. the existing space is unoccupied “shell” space therefor there is no change in occupancy
Valuation:
$300,000
Permit #:
B-22-249
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Commercial building application
301 Newbury St, Danvers, MA, 1923
2023-05-09
Tenant improvement of a vacant retail space including associated hvac distribution electrical distribution and plumbing
Valuation:
$1,012,000
Permit #:
C-23-0384
Status:
issued
Fee:
$14,168
Permit Type:
Alteration(s)
Building Type:
N/A
Commercial building application
301 Newbury St, Danvers, MA, 1923
2023-05-09
Tenant improvement of a vacant retail space including associated hvac distribution electrical distribution and plumbing
Valuation:
$1,012,000
Permit #:
C-23-0384
Status:
issued
Fee:
$14,168
Permit Type:
Alteration(s)
Building Type:
N/A
Building permit
360 Timpany Blvd, Gardner, MA, 1440
2024-02-22
Demolition of an existing structure site prep for new construction and erection of a new chipotle shell
Valuation:
$1,130,000
Permit #:
B-24-101
Status:
suspended
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New commercial
Building Type:
Restaurant
Commercial
696 Depot St, North Easton, MA, 2356
2025-06-25
Construction trailer for the chipotle project on 696 depot street. trailer is a 20 office/storage and weighs 6500 pounds
Valuation:
$1,000
Permit #:
C-25-0569
Status:
complete
Fee:
$75
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Building permit
790 Beacon St, Newton Center, MA, 2459
2021-11-17
Salt"_ tenant fit out of bakery/cafe. new bathroom on 1st fl. rework bathroom on mezzanine new interior partitions finishes flooring paint and acoustical ceiling tiles. new interior doors. new kitchen equipment
Valuation:
$275,000
Permit #:
21110088
Status:
filed
Fee:
$5,525
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Building permit
Burlington, Greco Restaurant Burlington, MA
2023-10-20
Tenant fit-out for greco rest.occ. load: interior- seating 54 standing 6 exterior patio: 34
Valuation:
$1,066,180
Permit #:
BP-23-310
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Building permit
39 Herrick Rd, Newton Center, MA, 2459
2022-01-20
Special permit#: 564-18(2) & zba#:04-19: construct 3-story (9) unit residential structure
Valuation:
$4,843,862
Permit #:
22010156
Status:
filed
Fee:
$96,880
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Commercial building
1014 Beacon St, Brookline, MA, 2446
2024-11-07
Tenant fit-out of restaurant space. all work to comply with 780 cmr and local bylaws. dust mitigation required during permitted work
Valuation:
$1,500,000
Permit #:
BP-2024-001213
Status:
issued
Fee:
$1,820
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Restaurant/bar
Building
140 Rantoul St, Beverly, MA, 1915
2023-08-11
Restaurant and bar fit-out for the castle restaurant
Valuation:
$400,000
Permit #:
BLD22-01451
Status:
final
Fee:
$6,000
Permit Type:
Restaurant
Building Type:
N/A
New construction
245 S Main St, Middleton, MA, 1949
2021-09-21
Construct footings and foundation only for new building for a 6, 944 sf restaurant
Valuation:
$2,201,782
Permit #:
C21-000045
Status:
issued
Fee:
$41,950
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Certificate of occupancy: 3 units or more and all commercial properties
56 Broadway, Malden, MA, 2148
2022-03-08
Gym/fitness center
Valuation:
$836,420
Permit #:
COO-043515-2022
Status:
issued
Fee:
$125
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Commercial building application
100 Independence Way, Danvers, MA, 1923
2022-11-10
Panera bread renovation
Valuation:
$250,000
Permit #:
C-22-1033
Status:
complete
Fee:
$3,500
Permit Type:
Existing building
Building Type:
N/A
Commercial building application
100 Independence Way, Danvers, MA, 1923
2022-11-10
Panera bread renovation
Valuation:
$250,000
Permit #:
C-22-1033
Status:
complete
Fee:
$3,500
Permit Type:
Existing building
Building Type:
N/A
Commercial
94 Derby St, Hingham, MA, 2043
2021-05-24
Restaurant fit-out of existing space suite 217
Valuation:
$1,020,000
Permit #:
C-21-0568
Status:
complete
Fee:
$15,300
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A