Lantern Construction | Gloucester MA General Contractor
4.9 Stars  •  20 Google Reviews

Gloucester's Contractor
Who Does It Right.

Jack and his crew come in on time, on budget, and leave your property better than they found it. From home additions to full exterior renovations across Massachusetts North Shore.

4.9Google Rating
On TimeEvery Project
On BudgetGuaranteed
What We Build

Every Project Built Like It's Our Own Home.

Jack brings 20 years of New England construction knowledge and the same trusted crew to every job in Gloucester and across the North Shore.

Why Lantern

On Time. On Budget. Quality That Lasts Decades.

Jack sets a high standard for quality and integrity in his work. That is not marketing copy. It is a direct quote from a real customer. He is communicative, honest, and brings a deep network of trusted partners for every phase of a project so you never end up with a gap in coverage.

On Time Every Time

Customers say it repeatedly. Jack shows up when he says he will and finishes on the timeline he gives you.

On Budget Guaranteed

What Jack quotes is what you pay. No surprise invoices, no scope creep without a conversation first.

Trusted Partner Network

Every phase covered by the right specialist. Jack has built a roster of partners so nothing falls through the cracks.

Clean Worksite Daily

Two words appear in almost every review. Clean worksite. Jack's crew respects your home while they are working in it.

Lantern Construction crew at work in Gloucester MA
Reviews

20 Reviews. 4.9 Stars. Jack Signs Every Response.

Real Gloucester MA and North Shore homeowners. Jack personally responds to every review.

★★★★★

"Jack was extremely generous with his time, both on the phone and on-site, walking through three homes with me while I was evaluating potential purchases. He offered thoughtful, experience-based feedback and helped surface structural issues I never would have caught on my own."

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ArtGloucester, MA
★★★★★

"Jack and his crew did a great job renovating the outside of my house. Rot repair, chimney removal, new siding, new roof, new exterior doors, and more. I am very happy with the quality of his work and feel confident that it will last for a long time."

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LaurenLocal Guide • 39 reviews
★★★★★

"We hired Jack and his team to add a garage, mudroom, and bonus room to our home. He was great to work with, friendly, communicative, professional, reliable, and honest. He has a deep roster of trusted partners for every phase of the project."

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Jennifer B.Gloucester, MA
FAQs

Straight Answers About How We Work

Home additions including garages, mudrooms, and bonus rooms. Full exterior renovations including new siding, roofing, doors, and trim. Rot repair, chimney work, and pre-purchase home walk-throughs across Gloucester and the North Shore.

Yes. Multiple reviews specifically call this out. Jack quotes a timeline and a number. He sticks to both. If something changes he communicates immediately before it becomes a surprise on your invoice.

Yes. Jack has walked properties with buyers who were evaluating potential purchases and helped surface structural issues that would have been missed. Call him and ask. He is generous with his time.

Lantern Construction is based in Gloucester MA and serves the entire North Shore including Rockport, Beverly, Salem, Ipswich, Essex, Manchester-by-the-Sea, Marblehead, and surrounding communities.

Call Jack directly at (978) 871-0430. He will set up a time to walk your property and give you an honest assessment before any number is discussed.

Gloucester, MA • Licensed & Insured

Ready to Build Something That Lasts?

On time. On budget. 4.9 stars across 20 Google reviews. Call Jack directly and let him walk your project with you.