Updated: Jul 16, 2026
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7 LAKE AVE., Great Barrington, MA, 01230
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Thomas W Candee Construction
Serving the Great Barrington area, Thomas W Candee brings nearly two decades of experience in residential construction and renovation. With 19 years in the trade, Candee has overseen a range of projects characteristic of the Berkshires and Western Massachusetts, including single-family home remodels and structural updates. The company works with local homeowners seeking remodeling, additions, or general carpentry services. Project management and onsite construction are handled directly by Thomas W Candee, ensuring familiarity with local building codes and conditions. Whether updating historic properties common to the region or working on newer builds, Candee applies knowledge of regional materials and construction practices suited to the climate and architectural styles of Great Barrington and surrounding communities.
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Phone Number: (413) 329-8585
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Address: 7 LAKE AVE., Great Barrington, MA 01230
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Thomas W Candee Great Barrington
Quality
103
90th percentile
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Thomas W Candee has a BuildZoom score of 103, which places them above 90% of 139,240 contractors in Massachusetts.
Activity
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4 projects
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2025 |
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2 projects
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2024 |
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2 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Thomas W Candee has worked on at least
8.0 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.
Pricing
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3 projects
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$5k-$20k |
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3 projects
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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 $24,000. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Thomas W Candee Reviews
5 out of 5 stars, based on
1
review
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AnonymousDecember 1, 2017Verified Hire
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Tear out and rebuild deck on front of house (south). new deck will gain 3 on both sides making new deck 14 wide. adding single gable porch roof above deck. replacing front door. replacing vinyl siding on south west and north walls
Valuation:
$44,000
Permit #:
R-25-0218
Status:
issued
Fee:
$275
Permit Type:
Addition
Building Type:
N/A
Kitchen remodel to include removal of upper cabinets relocation of sink and dishwasher relocating some lower cabinetry and creating breakfast nook. wall separating kitchen and living room will be cut through for an open viewport above kitchen sink. first floor powder room to include removal of existing shower fixture/area removal of central floor drain and relocating existing toilet/s... see more
Valuation:
$25,000
Permit #:
R-24-0052
Status:
issued
Fee:
$140
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Renovate kitchen and entry way
Valuation:
$61,000
Permit #:
R-25-0013
Status:
issued
Fee:
$366
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Single family dwelling
Valuation:
$590,000
Permit #:
R-21-0147
Status:
issued
Fee:
$3,540
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Single family dwelling
Valuation:
$590,000
Permit #:
R-21-0147
Status:
issued
Fee:
$3,540
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Building new 16 6 x 9 deck off east side of house
Valuation:
$10,000
Permit #:
R-25-0225
Status:
issued
Fee:
$105
Permit Type:
Deck
Building Type:
N/A
7 foot x 32 foot addition to house bumping out kitchen and adding 1 bathroom and adding on to current garage
Valuation:
$175,000
Permit #:
R-20-0081
Status:
complete
Fee:
$895
Permit Type:
Addition
Building Type:
N/A
Finishing basement
Valuation:
$100,000
Permit #:
R-24-0028
Status:
issued
Fee:
$520
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Make playroom out of attic space addition door and balcony
Valuation:
$24,000
Permit #:
R-23-0052
Status:
complete
Fee:
$140
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Make playroom out of attic space addition door and balcony
Valuation:
$24,000
Permit #:
R-23-0052
Status:
complete
Fee:
$140
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Remodel first floor bathroom
Valuation:
$15,000
Permit #:
R-22-0250
Status:
issued
Fee:
$125
Permit Type:
Remodel bathroom
Building Type:
N/A
Raise existing roof over bedroom to gain headroom. 2x6 walls with engineered truss roof
Valuation:
$100,000
Permit #:
R-19-0101
Status:
issued
Fee:
$510
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Permit for approved special permit for porch
Valuation:
$15,000
Permit #:
R-23-0061
Status:
issued
Fee:
$210
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
9ft by 24ft about16 inches above grade with tecno metal post
Valuation:
$10,000
Permit #:
R-21-0026
Status:
issued
Fee:
$50
Permit Type:
Deck
Building Type:
N/A
Building 25 x 48 addition to existing garage
Valuation:
$51,000
Permit #:
R-20-0152
Status:
complete
Fee:
$322
Permit Type:
Addition
Building Type:
N/A
Addition of new porch to north side of house
Valuation:
$25,000
Permit #:
R-18-0047
Status:
issued
Fee:
$135
Permit Type:
Addition
Building Type:
N/A
Install woodstove into front room
Valuation:
$7,000
Permit #:
SF-25-0002
Status:
issued
Fee:
$80
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Contractor to remove existing and replace with new egress components including spiral stair to grade creating conforming egress as per bos sp 818-13 submissions manufacture's specs and amended 8th edition 780 cmr
Valuation:
$12,000
Permit #:
2014-00152
Status:
issued
Fee:
$49
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Conbtractor to remodel existing first floor apartment with new windows with u-value 30 or better wall finishes smoke det as per submissions mmanufactures specs and amended 8th edition 780 cmr
Valuation:
$50,000
Permit #:
2013-00255
Status:
issued
Fee:
$350
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Contractor to remodel exisitng 2nd floor apartment bathroom new bathroom kitchen etc. as per bos sp 818-13 submissions manufacture's specs and amended 8th edition 780 cmr
Valuation:
$50,000
Permit #:
2014-00384
Status:
pco issued
Fee:
$315
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
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| License # | CS-118217 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Type | Building Licenses, Construction Supervisor |
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Verified License
| License # | 183495 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Type | Home Improvement Contractor |
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| License # | CS-056876 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Type | Building Licenses, Construction Supervisor |
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| License # | 206863 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Newton |
| Type | Building Contractor |
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| License # | 206863 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Newton |
| Type | Residential Builder |
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Inactive License
| License # | 119695 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Type | Home Improvement Contractor |
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Inactive License
| License # | 107664 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Type | Home Improvement Contractor |
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Inactive License
| License # | 208464 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Type | Home Improvement Contractor |
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Inactive License
| License # | 147065 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Type | Home Improvement Contractor |
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103
BuildZoom Score
31
Permits
- Building permit records show that Thomas W Candee has worked on 31 permitted projects.
Thomas W Candee Employees
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Thomas Candee
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Thomas W Candee
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Thomas W. Candee
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Tom is an amazing construction specialist!! I can't say enough about his workmanship, creativity and flexibility. He is a quiet, reliable and honest worker. He is always in demand so may be hard to pin down, but once on a project he's there every day and works hard and cleans up after each days work.