"I first hired International Builders around 1999, for a commercial office space and subsequently two residential projects. I cannot speak highly enough of Charlie and his team and consider myself fortunate to have them as a resource. I highly recommend them as a tried, true and trusted general contractor!"

"I have worked with International Builders on personal residences, complete restaurant rebuilds and commercial office spaces, over a span of 13 years. Their design sense, ability to plan, and to solve problems have no equal. The workmanship is Old­ World craftsmanship. I have not dealt with a more professional or talented company."

"International Builders understood what we wanted without us knowing what we wanted. They created a space that was warm, inviting and modern. They extended the character and integrity of the rest of the house into the kitchen seamlessly. Every corner, every nook and cranny, is perfect. I could not be happier with the project."

"I chose International Builders because I knew I could trust them, and I knew they did quality work. Our apartment unit came as a shell, so we had to do everything, including flooring, molding, painting and ceiling work, to make it what it should be. I was very happy with the results. International Builders really captured my wife's and my complete vision.

"Charlie puts his heart and soul into every project and pays attention to every detail. His passion for executing the best product is flawless. Whenever there is something he feels needs to be improved, he will always address it and give us his creative insights.We enjoyed the entire renovation process with Charlie and his team at International Builders! Our relationship was so successful, we are working on our second house with Charlie and getting ready for a third project soon. When Charlie pulls up to our job sites we always smile and look forward to our meetings. Charlie is an avid surfer, loves to travel, and has passion for his family, food and wine. It is an honor to know him and work with him!"

"I have worked with Charles Malafaia, owner of International Builders, Inc., for more than 30 years now and can confidently recommend his company. International Builders has handled every project with the integrity and high standards I have come to expect from them.

"What really set this company apart from the rest was when we decided to finish a room that they had roughed out, two years later. Some companies may not return the call, but this one did. Within a few days, Charlie and his team, came back to the site, identified the problem and made it right. I would not hesitate to hire International Builders for my next project, and I give them my highest recommendation."

My husband and I hired Charlie Malafaia and the International Builders (IB) team in the Spring of 2018 to lead the year long restoration and renovation on our 1890 home located in one of Brookline’s historic neighborhoods. From the very beginning of our project, to the very end of the project, IB has exceeded our expectations for craftsmanship, professionalism, and communication. Charlie came into this project with not only decades of experience in high end home construction and renovation, but a skill set and interest in problem solving that was critical to a project involving a complicated historic home. Throughout the process I felt completely confident that Charlie and his team’s priorities were to ensure we were satisfied, while delivering exceptional product. I learned very quickly I could trust their advice and depended upon it heavily throughout the project. Understanding the financial and emotional investment in a home renovation, Charlie took all of our questions and concerns seriously and always responded with the urgency required. Rarely did it take more than two rings to reach Charlie, for questions small and large alike. And whether it was true or not, he always made me feel like he was glad to hear from me! Communication of a transparent timeline and budget allowed realistic expectations from the beginning of the project. In addition to the IB team, the subcontractors IB hired for HVAC, plumbing, and electrical work were professional, respectful, and responsive. Over a year of working together on this project, with long days spent together on the job site, we have come to respect and care for all of the people who spent so many hours putting this house together. We are so grateful for our new home - so grateful for the care and skill lent to the house by Charlie and International Builders.

“As a property manager of numerous residential and commercial buildings in the Back Bay area of Boston, I consider it imperative to my company's success to work with a contractor who can handle small repairs, such as apartment renovations, and large projects, such as commercial tenant build-outs and exterior building repairs, with equal confidence. Charles Malafaia and International Builders have done that for me time and time again. While the quality of their work is beyond reproach, equally important is that they always stand by their work and are readily accessible before, during and after a project. They respond to calls with speed and efficiency."

"My husband and I had a great experience working with Charlie and the team at International Builders, Inc. They brought all of our ideas to life and were meticulous with every detail. Our home is a reflection of their hard work and dedication. We love every inch of it, thanks to Charlie and his team."