Building North Shore
Homes Since 2005
Additions, kitchen and bath remodels, basement finishing, and custom carpentry — Solid Ground Construction has been building and renovating homes on the North Shore for 21 years.
Everything Your Business Needs
North Shore’s Most Trusted General Contractor
Solid Ground Construction manages every aspect of your project — design coordination, permitting, subcontractor management, and final walkthrough. One point of contact from first call to project completion.
Home Additions
Room, garage, and second-floor additions. We handle design, engineering, permitting, and construction start to finish.
Kitchen Remodels
Complete kitchen renovations including layout changes, custom cabinetry, countertops, electrical, and plumbing.
Bathroom Remodels
Master suite upgrades, guest bath renovations, and ADA accessible bathrooms. Full tile, fixture, and finish selection support.
Basement Finishing
Transform unfinished basement space into living area — home offices, playrooms, in-law suites, and media rooms.
Deck & Outdoor Structures
Composite and pressure-treated decks, pergolas, screened porches, and outdoor kitchens designed for New England’s climate.
Custom Carpentry & Trim
Built-in cabinetry, wainscoting, crown molding, coffered ceilings, and custom millwork that elevates the entire project.
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Beverly’s General Contractor Since 2005
Jim Callahan has been building on the North Shore for over two decades. His approach — careful planning before a single nail is driven — prevents the change orders, delays, and budget surprises that plague most renovation projects.
Detailed Project Planning
Every project starts with a detailed scope of work and timeline. We identify issues before construction begins, not during.
One Point of Contact
Jim personally manages every project. No project manager handoffs — the owner is your contact from start to finish.
MA Licensed & Insured
Construction Supervisor License CS-8 holder. Full commercial general liability and worker’s compensation on every project.
Schedules We Keep
We tell you when the project will be done and we hold to it. Over 90% of Solid Ground projects complete on schedule.
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“Solid Ground completed our kitchen addition and renovation. Jim was on site almost daily, managed the subs flawlessly, and the project came in on budget and two days ahead of schedule.”
“We’ve used Jim for three projects over 12 years — deck, bathroom, and basement. Every time, same level of care and communication. Everything is done to last.”
“Our home addition was a big investment. Jim walked us through every step, answered every question, and managed a complex project with grace. The result is beautiful.”
Serving Beverly &
Surrounding Area
Solid Ground Construction serves the Massachusetts North Shore. Most estimates scheduled within one week of inquiry.
Request a Free Estimate
Jim responds to every request personally — usually within a few hours. Or call: (978) 555-1234
Planning a Project? Start with a Conversation.
Most estimates scheduled within one week. Jim comes out personally to walk the project and provide a detailed, written estimate.