Recommendations and Letters of Reference
“Thorough and honest”.
Inspector Gifford, Building Inspector local Building Department, the City of Newton.
It was my first month Consulting for and project managing for a new company, Mr. Robert Young, owner, New England Stone. I was walking in front of the building inspector on the way to inspect a project. One of the first permits, I pulled working for somebody else and besides myself. I was feeling a little bit down and I Inspector Gifford. I turned, and I said, “what do you remember when you working with me years back over the years?”
He rifled back, literally …..
“Thorough and honest”.
As my ears heard and my brain, comprehended the words, from that moment, I was propelled forward, the words of that Inspector lifted my spirits, and reminded me from that moment that I was respected. If he only knows the greatness that he had bestowed upon me, by giving me that compliment,
I am Forever grateful To inspector Gifford.
Inspector Frank M. DeAngelus.
“Karl always follows the rules and regulations”. January 22, 2024
Letter of Reference from Carole Aghassi, my ex-wife
To Whom it May Concern,
I write this letter as an attestation of an individual that I have the honor of knowing for the past 35 years. Karl Aghassi is a hardworking, honest man who is true to his word and keeps a promise no matter what the situation is.
Karl’s work ethics are impeccable, he masters perfection, and his explicit detail to original style and time are spot on. When Karl is engaged in a project, his full attention to the project is always his focus. Karl works well with the subcontractors and has a great deal of knowledge of keeping a synergy between the trades, keeping them on schedule, and all the while, if there are no unforeseen damages prior to the project’s commencement, keeping to the client’s budget. Karl’s clients, as seen by his numerous recommendations, express their satisfaction and genuine praise for the quality of work Karl has completed.
Besides work, Karl has proven to be an amazing father, a true friend, and a leader in his community. If you have any questions about Karl Aghassi’s qualifications, please feel free to contact me. I am happy to be transparent with my experiences.
With much appreciation,
Carole Aghassi, MSN, RN
Reproductive Medicine
Women’s Health
Mass General Brigham
Attorney Arthur Z Bookstein – first Newton client 30 years ago called me and asked me to do another job 30 years later.
To whom it may concern,
During the spring and summer of 2022, Karl Aghassi executed a wide variety of project at our home in Lincoln. Projects included, power washing, installing out-door speakers, fixing an aging swing set, carpentry and painting. All Karl’s work was of high quality, and I recommend him whole heartedly.
I recall a conversation with him about fixing the swing-set. Before fixing, it was borderline unsafe and as a father he wanted to get it back into a condition that he would be comfortable having his own children use it. He applied this level of care and consideration in his other projects as well.
Karl was prompt, courteous and respectful around the house. He purchased supplies as need but has always careful not to over purchase and get approval spending. I look forward to working with him again. Happy to discuss live.
Alex Benik
4 Storey Drive
Marc Cooper’s 2003 letter of recommendation. Correlating with 1994 award.
2023 Letter of recommendation discussing 1994 award.
1994 Brookline Preservation Commission Award Winning Project.
165 Winthrop Rd., Mr. Marc and Susan Cooper, Brookline, Ma.
Marc Cooper has been boss friend Neighbor and client for 30 years. I used to work at his ice cream shop Harold’s ice cream. I used to babysit his daughter, Amanda and his son, Seth. I used to be his neighbor right next-door at 164 Winthrop Rd. And for 18 years prior, at 89 Winthrop Rd.
A.) He was my client on other projects, at Montgomery St. Marc’s (Historical building investment property).
B.) Temple Sinai That he was the treasurer for Brookline mass, etc.
C.) He recommended me and I work for the JCAM Jewish cemetery Association of Massachusetts.
Marc Cooper was instrumental helping me get started as a young man.
Dr. Lawrence And Mrs. Gwen Block 95 Temple Street West Newton
I met them from the neighbor across the street, who I rebuilt her deck after a mistake. They were impressed.
I rebuilt the deck after the carpenters mistake at my cost. They were so impressed. I was eventually hired for two years to help them fix structural issues in their home.
Dr. Bloch Harvard graduate from medical school, Harvard graduate from law school. I enjoyed working with him and for him And his family.
Mrs. Lorraine Goldstein and Mr. Driessen were recommended by Michael Gruenbaum on Dean Road in Brookline. They were great clients very polite and grateful.
Mr. Michael Gruenbaum and Mrs. Thelma Gruenbaum to the nicest people Mr. Gruenbaum was a holocaust survivor.
Initially, during the renovation to very valuable, lights were lost. I had my guys and myself go into the dumpster, looking for them everywhere they eventually wrote me a very, very nice letter of apology. They had found it through my photographs of before photographs which showed they were packed away for storage by then :-)
They gave me in my family access to the museum curated to give us a private tour at the holocaust museum in Washington DC where his badge was being displayed who was an honor.
Dr. Margaret Fogal and her husband, Doctor Barry Fogal recommendation. Her and her husband were around when Sophia was born. Waban, Massachusetts.
Myra M. Grand, Richard J. Grand. They wrote me 3 Three letters of recommendation over 25 years years
Dr. Grand admirer were two of the nicest clients I’ve ever had. Dr. Grand recently passed it was a heart doctor at Children's Hospital. Both gave me great advice on my two daughters Business, as well as my résumé. Great advice good people.
Zvi Bodie is a professor at Boston University one day we were working on the house and he walked up to me with Newsweek, Time and Money magazine, showed me his picture and asked me;
“do you know this guy :-)” I was impressed time magazine, was / is my favorite magazine.
The Bodies, Zvi & Judy Bodie, gave me 4 recommendations throughout the 30 years.
The Coens were very nice people in the Highlands with a very old home that we extended the porch and wrapped it around the corner of the front house. It was a great job.
Her husband was a Doctor Who worked at the house so we had to be very cognizant of his patience and quiet and Thoughtful. It worked out very well.
Recommendations Showing Knowledge on Real Estate and Curb Appeal
This is an important client. I had subcontractors show up and tell me they have spoken to him and know that he is a construction litigation attorney and did not want to work on this job for him, because they were worried.
I told them “just do your job and he’ll be fine”.
I was correct. I did my job. I hired the guys and over saw them very carefully and he was an excellent client. Friendly.
This recommendation is from Russell Conn. It’s an addendum to the original recommendation. He was sending me this letter to tell me that because of our work that he sold the house very quickly.
