Michael J. Nadeau Carpentry started in 1987 is celebrating its 20th year in business. His personal experience goes back to 1969 when he worked for his father, Roland Nadeau and his uncle Zoel Nadeau. Building goes back three generations to Canada and his grandfather who used to hand hue logs and build barns.

His wife Paula manages the office. The business has grown significantly from working out of home in a small room to a 400 sq. ft. showroom, offices and cabinet shop located at 816 Four Rod Road.

Back in the 80’s Michael built homes but in the 90’s to present has concentrated on home improvements. Michael is happy that he went in that direction because it’s more challenging and rewarding. He has always been very artistic and creative and enjoyed working with his hands. He put it all together by designing and building mostly every project. He believes home shows, HGTV, etc. have put a new spin on renovating homes and landscapes. People put a higher regard for talents in this field. His vast knowledge in the industry is evident in all our projects.

He has been very fortunate to have talented and responsible people work for him for numerous years including his subcontractors who do most of the mechanicals which makes for one big family who work well together. The company does perform a majority of the carpentry work themselves. Michael believes that in home improvement it is very important to have a good plan, and coordinate and organize both employees and subcontractors from start to finish. “It makes the whole process run smoothly and on time. We are always complimented on how clean our job sites are. I encourage my staff to pick up on a daily basis.”

Michael also believes that communication is imperative between the client and himself as well as his employees. He is always accessible whether it is a quick question or a major revision. This is evident from his initial meting with the client. He starts off with an informational meeting discussing options, criteria and budget. Then he gets started on a preliminary designed plan getting the needed estimates and will then send the client a quote for the proposed project.

The company performs a number of home improvements including additions to homes, kitchen and bathroom renovations, sunrooms and decks, siding and roofing work. Our focus has always been on innovation and attention to detail.

The cabinet business was started about seven years ago and has done quite well. We make custom cabinetry for our projects only and do not build for other contractors.

Michael selected his own name for the company because it signifies the personal approach to business, quality and honesty. This has been handed down through three generations and it is the basis of good business. The company donates to various scholarships and national charities as well as local enforcement agencies.

I’m very excited about being in this type of business because there is always something new and innovative. I’m very satisfied about the past 20 years and hope to have the good fortune to have many more successful years.

His award winning designs have been featured in building and remodeling publications. He won the innovation and construction award sponsored by Anderson Windows and Doors on five occasions.