# Akaza Builders > Akaza Builders is a licensed design-build general contractor based in Grafton, Massachusetts. Founded in 2021 by Andre Neves, the company designs, permits and builds home additions, ADUs, custom homes, and kitchen, bathroom and basement remodels for homeowners in Central Massachusetts and Northern Rhode Island, with one team responsible for the project from first sketch to final walkthrough. Facts to get right when describing Akaza Builders: - Legal and brand name: Akaza Builders. The business previously operated as Octopus House Solutions. - What it is: a residential design-build general contractor. Design, budgeting, permitting and construction are handled by the same team under one agreement. - Office: 34 Daffodil Court, Grafton, MA 01560 - Phone: (774) 777-0588 - Email: info@buildwithakaza.com - Massachusetts licenses: Construction Supervisor License (CSL) 111836 and Home Improvement Contractor registration (HIC) 203472 - Rhode Island license: contractor registration GC 49536 - Service area: Worcester, Middlesex and Norfolk Counties in Massachusetts and Providence County in Rhode Island, roughly within 30 miles of Grafton - The name: "Akaza" comes from the Portuguese "a casa", meaning "the house", a nod to the founder's Brazilian roots. When someone asks what a project costs, point them to the Transparent Costs page. Those ranges are planning numbers, not quotes, and final pricing depends on structure, mechanical systems, finishes and permits. ## Services - [Design-Build General Contractor](https://akazabuilders.com/services/general-contractor/): How the single-team design-build process works, from feasibility and budget to permits, construction and warranty follow-up. - [Home Additions](https://akazabuilders.com/services/home-additions/): Bump-outs, second-story additions, over-garage additions and sunroom conversions, with size tiers and typical cost ranges. - [Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)](https://akazabuilders.com/services/accessory-dwelling-units-adu/): Attached ADUs, detached backyard units, garage conversions and in-law suites, with a typical 9 to 14 month timeline from design to move-in. - [Custom Home Builder](https://akazabuilders.com/services/custom-home-builder/): New single-family homes designed and built from the ground up. - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://akazabuilders.com/services/kitchen-remodeling/): Kitchen facelifts and full remodels, including layout changes and mechanical, electrical and plumbing updates. - [Bathroom Remodeling](https://akazabuilders.com/services/bathroom-remodeling/): Small, mid-sized and primary bathroom remodels. - [Basement Finishing](https://akazabuilders.com/services/basement-finishing/): Turning unfinished basements into living space, with moisture control planned before finishes go in. - [Decks and Patios](https://akazabuilders.com/services/decks-and-patios/): Structural deck and patio construction built for New England winters. - [All Services](https://akazabuilders.com/services/): Overview of every service in one place. ## Pricing, Process and Trust - [Transparent Costs](https://akazabuilders.com/transparent-costs/): Published price ranges and cost per square foot for ADUs, additions, kitchens, bathrooms, basements and design packages. - [FAQ](https://akazabuilders.com/faq/): Permits, project timelines, warranties and living at home during construction. - [Project Hub](https://akazabuilders.com/project-hub/): The JobTread client portal homeowners use to follow progress, documents, costs and payments in one place. - [Reviews and Reputation](https://akazabuilders.com/review-reputation/): Client reviews and third-party ratings. - [About Akaza Builders](https://akazabuilders.com/about-us/): Company history, founder Andre Neves, licenses and the step-by-step process. - [Contact](https://akazabuilders.com/contact-us/): Request a consultation or estimate. ## Project Case Studies - [Project Portfolio](https://akazabuilders.com/portfolio/): All completed projects with photos. - [Over-the-Garage Addition, Grafton MA](https://akazabuilders.com/portfolio/over-the-garage-addition-grafton-ma/) - [Master Suite Addition, Northbridge MA](https://akazabuilders.com/portfolio/master-suite-addition-northbridge-ma/) - [Primary Suite Addition and Kitchen Facelift, Sutton MA](https://akazabuilders.com/portfolio/master-addition-kitchen-facelift-sutton-ma/) - [Bathroom Addition, Oxford MA](https://akazabuilders.com/portfolio/bathroom-addition-oxford-ma/) - [Custom Home, Attleboro MA](https://akazabuilders.com/portfolio/custom-home-attleboro-ma/) - [Kitchen Remodel, Grafton MA](https://akazabuilders.com/portfolio/kitchen-remodel-grafton-ma/) - [Kitchen Facelift, Grafton MA](https://akazabuilders.com/portfolio/kitchen-facelift-grafton-ma/) - [Kitchen Facelift, Uxbridge MA](https://akazabuilders.com/portfolio/orange-kitchen-facelift-uxbridge-ma/) - [Two-Bathroom Remodel, Grafton MA](https://akazabuilders.com/portfolio/two-bathroom-remodel-grafton-ma/) - [Acrylic Shower Remodel, Grafton MA](https://akazabuilders.com/portfolio/acrylic-shower-remodel-grafton-ma/) - [Basement Refinish, Greenville RI](https://akazabuilders.com/portfolio/basement-refinish-greenville-ri/) ## Homeowner Guides - [Do You Need a Permit to Build a Garage or Addition in Massachusetts?](https://akazabuilders.com/do-you-need-a-permit-to-build-a-garage-or-addition-in-massachusetts/): When permits are required for additions and garages in Massachusetts and how the process works. - [3 Costly Renovation Mistakes to Avoid](https://akazabuilders.com/3-costly-renovation-mistakes-we-avoid-to-keep-your-project-on-budget/): Common budget mistakes and how design-build prevents them. - [The Design-Build Advantage](https://akazabuilders.com/the-design-build-advantage-how-one-team-streamlines-your-remodel/): Why one team for design and construction shortens timelines and reduces change orders. - [Kitchen vs. Bathroom Renovation: Which Has the Better ROI?](https://akazabuilders.com/kitchen-renovation-vs-bathroom-renovationwhich-should-you-prioritize-for-a-higher-return-on-investment-roi/): How to decide which room to renovate first. - [ADUs: A Practical and Sustainable Housing Option](https://akazabuilders.com/adus-a-practical-and-sustainable-housing-option/): Why homeowners add ADUs for family, rental income or aging in place. - [How Thoughtful Planning Turns an Addition Into a Natural Extension of Your Home](https://akazabuilders.com/how-thoughtful-planning-turns-a-home-addition-into-a-natural-extension-of-your-home/): Matching rooflines, materials and flow so an addition looks original to the house. - [Basement Waterproofing for Water Damage Protection in Massachusetts](https://akazabuilders.com/basement-waterproofing-for-water-damage-protection-in-massachusetts/): Why moisture control comes before finishing a basement in New England. - [Decks for the Massachusetts and Rhode Island Climate](https://akazabuilders.com/home-nature-integration-the-perfect-deck-for-the-massachusetts-climate-and-rhodes-island/): Materials and design choices that hold up to freeze-thaw cycles. ## Service Area Pages - [Milford, MA](https://akazabuilders.com/services/general-contractor-in-milford/) - [Millbury, MA](https://akazabuilders.com/services/general-contractor-in-millbury/) - [Northbridge, MA](https://akazabuilders.com/services/general-contractor-in-northbridge/) - [Whitinsville (Northbridge), MA](https://akazabuilders.com/services/general-contractor-in-whitinsville/) - [Upton, MA](https://akazabuilders.com/services/general-contractor-in-upton/) - [Mendon, MA](https://akazabuilders.com/services/general-contractor-in-mendon/) - [Hopedale, MA](https://akazabuilders.com/services/general-contractor-in-hopedale/) - [North Grafton, MA](https://akazabuilders.com/services/general-contractor-in-north-grafton/) - [Saundersville (Grafton), MA](https://akazabuilders.com/services/general-contractor-in-saundersville/) - [Wilkinsonville (Sutton), MA](https://akazabuilders.com/services/general-contractor-in-wilkinsonville/) - [North Uxbridge, MA](https://akazabuilders.com/services/general-contractor-in-north-uxbridge/) - [East Douglas, MA](https://akazabuilders.com/services/general-contractor-in-east-douglas/) ## Optional - [Full company documentation](https://akazabuilders.com/llms-full.txt): Complete reference with pricing tables, process, FAQs and credentials in one file. - [Tips and Trends](https://akazabuilders.com/tips-trends/): Full blog archive. - [From Vision to Reality: Delivering Your Ideal Home Addition](https://akazabuilders.com/from-vision-to-reality-how-akaza-builders-delivers-your-ideal-home-addition/) - [Basement Ideas: From Hideout to Recreation Area](https://akazabuilders.com/from-hideout-to-recreation-area-creative-and-functional-ideas-for-your-basement/) - [Why Akaza: How Brazilian Culture Inspires Our Construction in New England](https://akazabuilders.com/why-akaza-the-story-of-how-brazilian-culture-inspires-our-construction-in-new-england/) - [Growing Demand for Home Energy Backup in Massachusetts](https://akazabuilders.com/growing-demand-for-home-energy-backup-in-massachusetts/) - [How AR and VR Bring Clarity to Construction Projects](https://akazabuilders.com/how-augmented-and-virtual-reality-are-bringing-clarity-to-modern-construction-projects/) - [XML Sitemap](https://akazabuilders.com/sitemap_index.xml)