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Busby Home Services
5.0(
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Acton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Ryan from Busby Home Services did an outstanding job assembling our gazebo very dedicated very patient as the instructions had lot of components to it , he provided us with very fair rate. The gazebo looks great cant wait for next outdoor backyard BBQ Ryan's the best will use him for future handyman projects"
Handyman Services Project
Handymen Project
Decks & Porches Project
Handymen Project
Before repair

+15

Response time6 days
Response rate100%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tejada's Remodeling Inc
4.7(
31
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Closet - Build

Serving Acton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Workers did a wonderful job, and very professional. They were very careful with the stove removal and very clean. Very happy with both the inside and outside wall repair. I would use your services again."
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+6

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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True North Contracting
4.4(
96
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Carpentry Framing - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Acton, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Nice family business. Had some trouble with some employees getting started but Costas and his dad always took over and made sure everything was great. They did most of the work themselves which was important to me that someone was always on site. My schedule is crazy. Iâ m often not home and I trusted them to be here and get the job done without my oversight. We ran into some challenges, even added a few more jobs to the project. He took in stride, eager for the work and honest and upfront about what he could do what needed to be done? I enjoyed working with him, so Iâ m giving him another project"
Roof
Kitchen Reno
Finish
Ready for Grout
 Finished

+66

Response time7 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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BLAKE'S CLEANCUT CARPENTRY
4.7(
19
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Acton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent professionalism! Very skilled, but willing to do many different “handy tasks” like curtain rods and hanging pictures. He easily put together small furniture from Amazon, but also does cabinetry, drywall, etc. I highly recommend Blake cleancut services!!"
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Bathroom
Bathroom
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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

Yes, Corian® and other solid surface countertops can be cut with standard woodworking tools like a circular saw or a jigsaw, but using the correct blade is crucial for the best results.

The recommended blade is a tungsten carbide-tipped blade, often called a solid-surface planer or triple chip grind blade. This type of blade is hard enough to cut through the material effectively. For a jigsaw, a fine-tooth down-cutting blade should be used.

It is important to note that a diamond blade is not necessary. Diamond blades are designed for harder materials like natural stone, concrete, or brick, and Corian is not a natural stone.

Using blades designed for wood is not recommended as they can cause microfractures that weaken the countertop's edges. While a tungsten carbide blade provides a much cleaner cut, the resulting edge will still be rough and must be sanded and smoothed to prevent microfractures from developing over time.

While you can perform many routine home maintenance jobs yourself, it’s often a good idea to bring pros in for certain tasks. HVAC maintenance, fireplace and chimney inspections, foundation repairs, and roof inspections and repairs should be handled by professionals who know what to look for and can safely perform repairs. You may also find it helpful to hire a local house cleaning service to help with deep cleaning.

Some states require carpenters to be licensed to perform forms of carpentry, such as framing. The license requires a certain amount of experience and to pass an examination. In states that don’t require carpenters to be licensed, they must be licensed as a contractor if they work independently rather than solely as a subcontractor under a licensed builder. Use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to find out whether a potential carpenter is licensed in your state.

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

Carpentry is a skilled trade and requires many years of experience to acquire the skills necessary to do the job efficiently and correctly. Because every home requires a carpenter at some stage of the building process, carpenters are typically in high demand. The higher the skill level, the higher the hourly rate the carpenter can charge.

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