Exterior Repair & Carpentry in Arlington, MA & Greater Boston
Get the exterior repairs your home needs.
Rotten trim, damaged fascia, deteriorating stairs, loose railings, worn decks, and other exterior problems don't get better on their own. UpKeep handles exterior repair and carpentry projects for Arlington homeowners and nearby Greater Boston communities.
3,000+ homes served across the McDonald family of companies.
13+ years of local home services experience through McDonald.Â
HIC Licensed & Insured
One Team for Your Home
What needs repair?
Exterior repair and carpentry projects around the home.
Rot & Exterior Wood Repair
Localized exterior wood damage and deterioration.
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Rotted exterior wood
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Damaged trim
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Deteriorated boards
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Wood damage around windows and doors
Not sure exactly where to start or what needs to be repaired? That is fine. Just tell us what you are seeing and we will help determine the right next step.
Fascia & Soffit
Repair
Repairs to exposed roofline and trim components
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Rotted fascia boards
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Damaged soffits
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Loose or deteriorated trim
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Localized exterior wood repairs
Decks, Porches, & Stairs
Repairs that improve safety, stability, and overall condition and appeal.
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Deck repairs
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Porch repairs
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Exterior stair repairs
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Loose or damaged railings
Door & Window Exterior Trim
Exterior carpentry around openings and finish details.
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Exterior door repairs
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Rotted door frames
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Window and door trim
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Exterior carpentry projects
Exterior Repair for Older Greater Boston Homes
Homes in Arlington, Belmont, Lexington, Winchester, and nearby Greater Boston communities often have older exterior woodwork, trim, porches, fascia, soffits, and siding that are more vulnerable to moisture, rot, peeling paint, and seasonal weather damage.
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Small exterior issues can worsen quickly when water gets behind trim, siding, or porch components. UpKeep helps homeowners identify and repair these problems early—before they turn into larger carpentry, structural, or water-damage projects.
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We handle repairs including rotted wood and trim, fascia and soffit damage, porch and railing repairs, localized siding damage, and exterior door and window repairs.
UpKeep was created by the team behind McDonald Contracting, bringing 13+ years of local construction and home-service experience to home maintenance and repairs.
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The McDonald team has served over 3,000 homes across Arlington, Belmont, Lexington, Winchester, and the surrounding Greater Boston communities.Â
Exterior repair — backed by real construction experience.
WHY TRUST UPKEEP WITH THE REPAIR?
1. Tell us what you see
2. We provide clear scope and pricing
3. The work gets doneÂ
Exterior repairs — without the usual uncertainty.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions About Exterior Home Repair
We handle a range of exterior home repairs, including wood rot repair, exterior trim and fascia repair, door repair, deck repairs, damaged woodwork, and other exterior carpentry and maintenance needs.
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If you're not sure what type of repair you need, send us a request and a few details or photos. We'll help determine the right next step.
Yes. Wood rot is one of the common exterior repair issues we handle.
We can assess damaged trim, fascia, door frames, deck components, and other exterior wood to determine what can be repaired and what should be replaced.
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The goal is to address the damaged material and leave you with a clear, durable repair—not simply cover up the problem
It depends on how extensive the damage is.
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Minor or isolated deterioration can often be repaired. If the wood has significant rot, structural damage, or deterioration extending beyond the visible area, replacing the affected section may be the better long-term option.
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We'll inspect the area and explain what we recommend before work begins.
Exterior repair pricing depends on the type of damage, accessibility, materials, and how much of the surrounding area is affected.
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After we understand the project, we'll provide a clear scope and pricing before approved work begins.
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Yes. If you have a growing list—such as damaged trim, a door that needs repair, deck issues, or other exterior maintenance—we can look at the projects together and recommend the most practical way to handle them.
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For homeowners with broader maintenance needs, we may also recommend starting with a Home Care Visit to help prioritize the work.
Yes. UpKeep is HIC licensed and insured and is backed by more than 13 years of local home services experience through McDonald.
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We'll confirm the scope of work and pricing before approved repairs begin.
UpKeep primarily provides exterior repair services in Arlington, Belmont, Lexington, Winchester, and nearby Greater Boston communities.
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Not sure if your home is in our service area? Submit your ZIP code with your request and we'll confirm availability.
We'll review your request and contact you within one business day to learn more about the repair and determine the appropriate next step.
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Depending on the project, we may ask for photos, schedule a visit to see the damage, or gather additional details before confirming the scope and estimate.
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Still Staring At That Repair?
Get it off your list & protect your home.
Tell us about your exterior care project. We’ll take it from there.
Prefer to talk? Call (781) 574-9080