Updated: Jul 08, 2026
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Salem, MA, 01970
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James W Shea Construction
Based in Salem, Massachusetts, James W Shea brings over two decades of experience to residential construction and renovation projects. Serving homeowners in Salem and the surrounding North Shore area, he specializes in a range of carpentry and general contracting services. With 26 years in the trade, Shea has contributed to projects ranging from interior remodels to exterior repairs and structural improvements. He works directly with clients to tailor each project to the specific needs of the property, drawing on extensive knowledge of both traditional and modern construction methods. James W Shea’s portfolio includes work on single-family homes typical of the historic and coastal New England region. Clients hire him for both small-scale repairs and comprehensive renovations, benefitting from his established presence in the Salem community.
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Phone Number: (978) 744-6888
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Quality
98
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Activity
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1 project
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2024 |
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4 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that James W Shea has worked on at least
5.0 projects over the past 3 years.
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Pricing
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1 project
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$50k-$100k |
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1 project
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$250k-$500k |
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1 project
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$500k-$1mil |
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Replacing the front facade and a new roof. demolish a 52 x 45 great room with 16 - 6 ceiling. reframe if needed spray closed cell insulation replace blue board and plaster. remove 6 windows and replace with brand new windows. spray closed cell insulation to entire front wall board & plaster
Valuation:
$538,870
Permit #:
SF1484752
Status:
complete
Fee:
$5,410
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
1-2fam
Plaster all ceilings and walls. install all hardwood floors all tile finishes cabinets and countertops all interior doors trim and moldings plumbing and electrical finishes paint finishes all appliances and final inspections.all work for unit 10 only
Valuation:
$73,805
Permit #:
SF1442635
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,010
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Multi
Reframe by master deed. frame ceiling joists demising &; bearing walls in units 8 &; 10 apartment common area. frame all entry door headers landings and footings by structurals. new 100-amp to both units. elect. &; plumbing and mechanical to code insulate pre-rock &; fire caulk. board only. fire alarm work and cost reflected on alt1406313
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
SF1408726
Status:
filed
Fee:
$20
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Multi
New plumbing electrical and mechanical through-out the house. we are remodeling the bedrooms bathrooms and kitchen and dining room. new paint and floors refinished. replacing a back door to an existing deck. some minor shingling repairs a new roof and touch up exterior paint where needed
Valuation:
$140,000
Permit #:
SF1316441
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,420
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
1-2fam
New dormer in attic interior renovations and repairs new siding new roof and repairs to existing detatched garage - amendment - installation of a nfpa-13r fire protection (sprinkler) system in existing building
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
P202341285
Status:
issued
Fee:
$9,081
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Replace one flat roof. remove existing rubber roof. original tar and gravel roof to remain. install new carlisle fully adhered 060 design a roof system. access upper and lower slate roofs and replace 50 missing loose and cracked slate in different locations
Valuation:
$38,000
Permit #:
SF1266947
Status:
filed
Fee:
$400
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Commercial
Re-install roof. remove existing rubber roof membrane. existing tar and gravel roof and insulation to remain. install new carlisle epdm black fully adhered 060 design a roof system
Valuation:
$86,877
Permit #:
SF1305792
Status:
filed
Fee:
$890
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Commercial
Roof replacement parish office building. remove rubber membrane-original tar and gravel roof to remain. install new carlisle epdm fully-adhered 060 design a roof system. the epdm rubber will run up and over parapet walls - no metal caps will be used
Valuation:
$69,685
Permit #:
SF1251085
Status:
filed
Fee:
$720
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Commercial
Re-roof lower entrance roof. remove two layers of roofing and insulation down to concrete deck. install 3 polyiso roof insulation to concrete deck with carlisle spikes and screens. install new carlisle 060 fully adhered black epdm design a roof system
Valuation:
$20,500
Permit #:
SF1181440
Status:
filed
Fee:
$230
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Commercial
Replace existing entry door and replace with a 20 minute labeled door with spring hinges and re-install existing lockset and deadbolt insulate and retrim both sides of door. remove old door and old trim
Valuation:
$3,000
Permit #:
SF1394511
Status:
filed
Fee:
$50
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Multi
Re-roof old convent roofing. remove rubber roof original tar and gravel roof to remain. install new carlisle epdm fully adhered 060 design a roof system
Valuation:
$75,500
Permit #:
SF1203953
Status:
filed
Fee:
$780
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Commercial
Re-roof entire roof. remove existing roof and insulation down to original tar roof. install carlisle epdm 060 fully adhered design a roof system
Valuation:
$68,775
Permit #:
C-21-0350
Status:
issued
Fee:
$966
Permit Type:
Existing building...
Building Type:
N/A
The applicant seeks an at risk building permit in anticipation of approval of long form permit alt1126555; through rough inspections.this work will only be in the existing structures
Valuation:
$1,000
Permit #:
SF1377196
Status:
filed
Fee:
$30
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
1-4fam
Remove damaged and loose rubber roof on the back end of the school building. also remove existing insulation down to original tar and gravel roof. install new carlisle epdm fully adhered design a roof system on the lower end of school roof
Valuation:
$18,750
Permit #:
SF940720
Status:
filed
Fee:
$210
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Commercial
Replace the missing copper cornice at the top of the building s wall on two sides. custom fabricate approximately 110 of copper cornice with 20 oz. copper
Valuation:
$124,276
Permit #:
SF977813
Status:
filed
Fee:
$1,270
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Commercial
Emergency repair - to remove hanging metal from two sides of church steeple. fasten and secure any loose metal
Valuation:
$10,000
Permit #:
SF1170572
Status:
filed
Fee:
$120
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Commercial
Discovery village - lower level classroom renovation toilet addition
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
P202340613
Status:
final
Fee:
$744
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
013 mixed res&com...
Existing playground expansion. no change in 48 parking spaces repaint stripes
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
P202141947
Status:
complete
Fee:
$880
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Strip and remove old asphalt shingles and install new asphalt shingles. install 2 new gutters and downspouts
Valuation:
$49,875
Permit #:
SF851214
Status:
filed
Fee:
$520
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Other
Re-roof top flat main roof of rectory with new carlisle epdm design a fully adhered roof system
Valuation:
$46,576
Permit #:
SF885413
Status:
filed
Fee:
$490
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Other
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| License # | CS-019729 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Type | Building Licenses, Construction Supervisor |
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| License # | 3823 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Type | Sheet Metal |
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| License # | CS-019729 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Type | Construction Supervisor |
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98
BuildZoom Score
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Permits
- Building permit records show that James W Shea has worked on 98 permitted projects.