"Steve is an amazing craftsmen carpenter. He can do just about anything, inside or out.  Our house has been improved with stunning finish carpentry on the inside and arbors, porches and rock walls on the outside.  We have designed with him, chosen materials and colors with him and have been truly guided by his expertise and taste.  He has also applied himself willingly in our efforts to be 'green' and reuse materials.  He is on time and conscientious and we can't wait to work with him again."    

-Terri McMahon and David Kelly

"Steve provided excellent craftsmanship, totally transforming our 1960's style home into an open, light, and cozy modern home.  His attention to detail was reassuring as a homeowner, and he was responsive and a pleasure to work with"

- Jacob Kahn and Nina Gallwey

“Steve is the most creative and flexible contractor I have worked with on my home remodels.  He has high standards and takes the time to do the job well.  He listens carefully to your needs and emphasizes the use of sustainable materials to whatever extent you want.  Plus, I have never worked with a contractor who cleans up so carefully after himself, on a daily basis!”     

- Kate Jackson

I hired Steve to build a fence and deck.  He did a beautiful job and I have received many complements on his work.  Steve is a precision craftsman with an artistic eye and attention to detail.  He is a good listener and able to translate his client’s ideas into form.  He is trustworthy, professional, and follows through on his commitments.  He is considerate, punctual and leaves the work area organized and clean.  I highly recommend him.       

- Liz Hoskinson

We have known Steve for almost 20 years and he has done a lot of work for us

He is reliable, prompt,  trustworthy  and extremely competent. He's easy to have around and holds himself to the highest of standards....and he cleans up after himself!

We have recommended Steve to many people and they too have found him to be the best.

Sincerely,    - K.Wixon and A. Genack

"Steve's renovation work on three homes we have owned in Ashland has been excellent. He is a craftsman - meticulous, with the eye of an artist and at a very fair price. We have found him totally trustworthy, a man of his word."   - Michael and Barbara Cecil

"From decks, arbors and fencing to indoor finish carpentry and tile work, Steve is an artist and fine craftsman.  His work is exceptional and outstanding and we have always found him to be the consummate professional, working in a timely and well organized manner."

- Jon & Carmen Reinhardt   (Cowslip's Belle Bed & Breakfast)

It's a pleasure to offer a referral for Ashland Building and Design.  Their remodel of one of our bedrooms with a bathroom, virtually from the ground up, involved (to me) all aspects of construction.  Whether directly involved or coordinating with "subcontractors",  they were knowledgeable, thorough and conscientious; communicating clearly with me whenever needed and leaving their job site clean every day.  I was left with a total feeling of trust and comfort and highly recommend them.

-  Steve McGrath