Updated: Jun 21, 2026
Location and Projects
Address
340 BOW WOW RD., Sheffield, MA, 01257
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James Waldman Construction
Serving the Berkshires from Sheffield, Massachusetts, James Waldman brings nearly two decades of building and remodeling experience to residential projects across the region. His portfolio encompasses new home construction, historic restorations, timber frame building, and sustainable design. Waldman has managed projects ranging from energy-efficient renovations to the careful preservation of antique houses, drawing on extensive knowledge of both traditional and modern construction techniques. Clients turn to him for projects that involve custom carpentry, barn renovations, and upgrades that respect the architectural heritage of Berkshire homes. His work demonstrates a strong familiarity with local materials and the regional character of Western Massachusetts properties.
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James Waldman Contact Information
Phone Number: (413) 446-3053
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Address: 340 BOW WOW RD., Sheffield, MA 01257
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James Waldman Sheffield
Quality
109
95th percentile
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We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
James Waldman has a BuildZoom score of 109, which places them above 95% of 139,240 contractors in Massachusetts.
Activity
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6 projects
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2025 |
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6 projects
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2024 |
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5 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that James Waldman has worked on at least
17.0 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.
Experience
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8 projects
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Home Additions |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that James Waldman mostly works on
home addition
projects.
Pricing
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1 project
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< $5k |
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1 project
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$20k-$50k |
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8 projects
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$50k-$100k |
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3 projects
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$100k-$250k |
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1 project
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$250k-$500k |
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1 project
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$500k-$1mil |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $67,875. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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James Waldman Reviews
5 out of 5 stars, based on
2
reviews
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AnonymousDecember 19, 2017Verified Hire
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AnonymousDecember 1, 2017Verified Hire
James Waldman was the contractor on the gut and remodel at 340 Bow Wow. I would rate his work as excellent. He is very experienced, very knowledgeable, very careful, personable, and has excellent relationships with his sub-contractors. I am always happy to provide a reference for Jim.
This is a sample of this contractor's permits. Click here to access their complete permit history.
Remove old rotting wooden platform on piers and replace with poured alaskan slab 24 deep at haunches
Valuation:
$61,900
Permit #:
R-25-0053
Status:
issued
Fee:
$365
Permit Type:
Floor
Building Type:
N/A
Two car garage below with studio space above
Valuation:
$400,000
Permit #:
R-23-0008
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,255
Permit Type:
Addition
Building Type:
N/A
Two car garage below with studio space above
Valuation:
$400,000
Permit #:
R-23-0008
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,255
Permit Type:
Addition
Building Type:
N/A
Addition new entry and sunroom and move existing 1/2 bathroom to new addition
Valuation:
$181,630
Permit #:
R-24-0075
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,239
Permit Type:
Addition
Building Type:
N/A
Addition new entry and sunroom and move existing 1/2 bathroom to new addition
Valuation:
$181,630
Permit #:
R-24-0075
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,239
Permit Type:
Addition
Building Type:
N/A
Addition bedroom porch and mudroom
Valuation:
$558,357
Permit #:
R-23-0084
Status:
complete
Fee:
$3,373
Permit Type:
Addition
Building Type:
N/A
Addition bedroom porch and mudroom
Valuation:
$558,357
Permit #:
R-23-0084
Status:
complete
Fee:
$3,373
Permit Type:
Addition
Building Type:
N/A
Master bedroom addition with laundry room
Valuation:
$250,974
Permit #:
R-22-0017
Status:
issued
Fee:
$1,373
Permit Type:
Addition
Building Type:
N/A
Master bedroom addition with laundry room
Valuation:
$250,974
Permit #:
R-22-0017
Status:
issued
Fee:
$1,373
Permit Type:
Addition
Building Type:
N/A
Remove and rebuild existing 2 car garage and addition one bay carport on east side
Valuation:
$88,500
Permit #:
R-24-0037
Status:
issued
Fee:
$455
Permit Type:
Garage
Building Type:
N/A
Addition a dormer on north side of existing structure
Valuation:
$67,500
Permit #:
R-25-0215
Status:
issued
Fee:
$395
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Remove and replace rotted window
Valuation:
$20,000
Permit #:
R-25-0077
Status:
complete
Fee:
$155
Permit Type:
Windows
Building Type:
N/A
Building a new bedroom and make old bedroom the livingroom
Valuation:
$97,037
Permit #:
R-24-0148
Status:
permit cancelled
Fee:
$582
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Unconditioned porch with deck on precast piers
Valuation:
$63,500
Permit #:
R-23-0082
Status:
issued
Fee:
$413
Permit Type:
Addition
Building Type:
N/A
Remove covered entry and building a new entry
Valuation:
$31,500
Permit #:
R-25-0054
Status:
issued
Fee:
$186
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Building new house
Valuation:
$395,500
Permit #:
R-20-0009
Status:
waiting for signoff
Fee:
$2,376
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Greenhouse kit
Valuation:
$68,250
Permit #:
R-25-0216
Status:
issued
Fee:
$400
Permit Type:
Accessorybldg
Building Type:
N/A
Rebuild and expand existing porch
Valuation:
$59,700
Permit #:
R-24-0106
Status:
complete
Fee:
$385
Permit Type:
Porch
Building Type:
N/A
Rebuild and expand existing porch
Valuation:
$59,700
Permit #:
R-24-0106
Status:
complete
Fee:
$385
Permit Type:
Porch
Building Type:
N/A
Building screened porch off back family room
Valuation:
$42,945
Permit #:
R-22-0015
Status:
issued
Fee:
$235
Permit Type:
Windows porch
Building Type:
N/A
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James Waldman License info
Verified License
| License # | 158208 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Type | Home Improvement Contractor |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of March 2026.
Verify this license's status for James Waldman at the Mass.gov Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation.
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Verified License
| License # | CS-072504 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Type | Building Licenses, Construction Supervisor |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of June 2026.
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109
BuildZoom Score
74
Permits
- Building permit records show that James Waldman has worked on 74 permitted projects.
James Waldman Employees
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James D Waldman
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James Waldman
Owner
Jim Waldman was our contractor. He did a great job and both my husband and I would highly recommend his services.