Home & Hearth Remodeling and Restoration, Inc.

09/08/2026

08/20/2026

ADUs are getting a lot of attention across Massachusetts — and Home & Hearth owner Dave Coyne recently shared his perspective with BusinessWest on where they make sense, what homeowners should consider, and where costs can be underestimated.

Drawing on Home & Hearth’s years of experience creating living spaces in basements, garages, additions, and other underused areas, Dave emphasized a few important realities:

• A detached ADU is essentially a small house, with utilities, site work, permitting, and construction costs — so the advertised price of a prefab “tiny house” rarely tells the whole story.

• In many cases, converting or expanding existing space can be a practical alternative to building a completely separate structure.

• ADUs can be especially valuable for multigenerational living, allowing aging parents to remain close while maintaining independence — while also creating space that may add long-term value or future rental potential.

As Dave explains in the article, ADUs are a natural extension of work Home & Hearth has been doing for years — and one more way thoughtful remodeling can help families adapt their homes to changing needs.

Read the full BusinessWest article:
https://businesswest.com/blog/the-market-for-accessory-dwelling-units-is-emerging/

Considering an ADU for your property? Visit handhremodeling.com to start the conversation.

08/08/2026

Awww! We love our friends at Witalisz and Associates ever since they helped Dave buy his house 21 years ago! Thank you!

Dave Coyne, owner of Home & Hearth Remodeling and Restoration, Inc., and his team are true professionals who consistently deliver exceptional craftsmanship. They have many of our customers and clients transform their homes with hard work, vision, and outstanding customer service. Dave has honed an expertise in Kitchens, Bathrooms, Decks, Additions and even ADU (Accessory Dwelling Units). You really should see his work! If you are looking to update your house or would like more information, give Dave a call at (413) 382-7837. Home & Hearth Remodeling really are the "Craftsmen Who Care". To preview and see some of their work, log onto: https://www.handhremodeling.com/ or check them out on Facebook. Let's support our local small businesses. We cannot wait to see your results!

06/24/2026

One of the biggest reasons homeowners put off remodeling is simple: the process can feel overwhelming.

Where do you start? Who handles the permits? How do you plan the budget? What needs to happen first? Which choices matter most?

At Home & Hearth Remodeling and Restoration, we help homeowners move forward with clarity and confidence through our Consultative Design-Build Process.

Here’s how it works:

We begin with a free consultation to understand your goals, needs, and budget. From there, we provide a rough estimate range so you have an honest early picture of what your project may cost.

If the project is a good fit, we move into a design contract — a smaller upfront investment that allows us to develop the details before you commit to a full construction contract.

During this design phase, we create visual renderings so you can see your project before it is built. If desired, you can opt for highly detailed 3D renderings which help you visualize not only the layout, but the finishes, cabinetry, fixtures, lighting, flow, and overall look of the space in great detail.

That means you can make changes to the design, selections, and budget before construction begins — not after it is too late or too expensive to adjust.

Our goal is simple: fair and honest pricing, clear expectations, fewer surprises, and a remodeling process that feels organized and manageable from the start.

Whether you’re planning a kitchen, bathroom, addition, deck, porch, basement, or ADU, we can help you take the next step with confidence.

Visit handhremodeling.com to schedule a consultation.