BuildBak Southern RI

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Our Team

Michael Deffley Owner/Operator

With nearly 20 years in insurance restoration, Mike has led everything from intricate kitchen rebuilds to full-scale disaster recovery. He co-founded and grew Alliance Restoration to 50 employees before launching BuildBak Rhode Island. Licensed in RI and certified in OSHA and lead-safe practices, he’s known for quality, safety, and a client-first approach. A UMass Amherst graduate and former team captain, Mike applies leadership, discipline, and integrity to every project, while remaining a devoted husband, father of four, and active community member.

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The BuildBak Story

Rebuilding Dreams Since 2006

BuildBak was founded on the belief that construction restoration services should be handled with expert oversight, precision, and care. Co-founders and brothers Nate and Matt Hamel saw an opportunity to redefine industry standards, ensuring that property owners receive expert reconstruction services while navigating insurance claims with confidence.

From a small painting company to a recognized name in reconstruction services, BuildBak has grown by prioritizing quality, integrity, and craftsmanship. Nate and his brother Matt handled every project themselves in the early years, learning firsthand what it takes to deliver exceptional results.

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The BuildBak Mission

Restoring Homes, Rebuilding Lives

Provide families, business owners, and organizations across the nation high-quality construction-centric restoration exclusively focused on insurance rebuilds leveraging licensed and experienced construction professionals who make customer satisfaction the priority.

  • Exceed expectations
  • Be involved in the community
  • Treat customers as we’d treat our family
  • Address problems quickly + transparently
  • Take responsibility for mistakes
  • Be solution-oriented