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Clarke Builders

55 Woods Road
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Clarke Builders

55 Woods Road
4.79(
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Customers say: Quick response
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 10years of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"Very good to work with even at a very long distance."

Jane L on October 2022

With over 10years of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"Very good to work with even at a very long distance."

Jane L on October 2022


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Costello Coatings

7862 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy #235
4.78(
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Costello Coatings

7862 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy #235
4.78(
36
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
44 local quotes requested

Costello Coatings, based out of Freeport, Maine, with over 25 years of experience, is dedicated to providing our Customers with the finest quality craftsmanship possible. We put our Hearts in to each and every project and look forward to continuing to build our reputation as the premier service of Cumberland county, ME and the surrounding area.we are insured ,have an A-1 rating with the better business bureau and value each and every customer !

"Fast and quality work"

Larry M on July 2024

Costello Coatings, based out of Freeport, Maine, with over 25 years of experience, is dedicated to providing our Customers with the finest quality craftsmanship possible. We put our Hearts in to each and every project and look forward to continuing to build our reputation as the premier service of Cumberland county, ME and the surrounding area.we are insured ,have an A-1 rating with the better business bureau and value each and every customer !

"Fast and quality work"

Larry M on July 2024


"Tejada's Remodeling did a wonderful job removing a sleeper sofa! Very prompt, prepared, courteous, knowledgeable, efficient, and reasonable! Highly recommend."

Valerie C on September 2025

Good work guarantee. I love making our customer's happy

"Tejada's Remodeling did a wonderful job removing a sleeper sofa! Very prompt, prepared, courteous, knowledgeable, efficient, and reasonable! Highly recommend."

Valerie C on September 2025


Splatter Paint and Home Improvement services

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Splatter Paint and Home Improvement services

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1 years of experience

Our business has more than 25 years of exterior and interior painting experience,we also offer just about any handyman project you need built, repaired or can dream up. We also offer cleaning services from in home to production level. There is honestly very little we can't do for you,so gives us a chance. It's a decision you won't regret! Free estimate

Our business has more than 25 years of exterior and interior painting experience,we also offer just about any handyman project you need built, repaired or can dream up. We also offer cleaning services from in home to production level. There is honestly very little we can't do for you,so gives us a chance. It's a decision you won't regret! Free estimate


Brown's Lawn and Paint Services

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Brown's Lawn and Paint Services

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Hi, my name is Victor Brown. I have 30 years experience in painting houses, both interior and exterior. I also have 30 years in the lawn care industry, cutting grass and trim is my specialty. I can either leave no grass, or have the grass be evenly over the entire lawn, giving your lawn the nourishment it craves! I have always been an employee, making my bosses money so I've finally decided to branch out and start my own company.

Hi, my name is Victor Brown. I have 30 years experience in painting houses, both interior and exterior. I also have 30 years in the lawn care industry, cutting grass and trim is my specialty. I can either leave no grass, or have the grass be evenly over the entire lawn, giving your lawn the nourishment it craves! I have always been an employee, making my bosses money so I've finally decided to branch out and start my own company.


Bradford Home Services

145 S. Main St
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Bradford Home Services

145 S. Main St
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1 years of experience

Bradford Home Services is your personal maintenance company for your home, condo, rental property, or seasonal property! Born from our sister company Bradford Construction Management, you can trust your home is being reviewed by seasoned home builders! We have over 70 years of experience in the residential construction market, building high end homes, from design to finish. Take advantage of our bi-annual assessments for only $25/Month! We will review your whole home Exterior, Interior, plumbing, electrical, heating etc! we will then send you a detailed report with pictures, videos, and recommendation on fixes! But it doesn't stop there, we can price and repair any aspect of your home!

Bradford Home Services is your personal maintenance company for your home, condo, rental property, or seasonal property! Born from our sister company Bradford Construction Management, you can trust your home is being reviewed by seasoned home builders! We have over 70 years of experience in the residential construction market, building high end homes, from design to finish. Take advantage of our bi-annual assessments for only $25/Month! We will review your whole home Exterior, Interior, plumbing, electrical, heating etc! we will then send you a detailed report with pictures, videos, and recommendation on fixes! But it doesn't stop there, we can price and repair any aspect of your home!



One & Done Home Bids

445 Main Street
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One & Done Home Bids

445 Main Street
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Free onsite estimate

We give you multiple bids from multiple local contractors on any home improvement project all on our first visit. Need a roof, siding, flooring, painting, anything else? And the best part is you only deal with us! We come to your home, measure once, and present bids from local companies. If you decide to go forward with a project you pay us and we pay the contractors so no more fly by night situations.

We give you multiple bids from multiple local contractors on any home improvement project all on our first visit. Need a roof, siding, flooring, painting, anything else? And the best part is you only deal with us! We come to your home, measure once, and present bids from local companies. If you decide to go forward with a project you pay us and we pay the contractors so no more fly by night situations.


GEM Housing Services

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GEM Housing Services

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5 years of experience

GEM Housing Services exists to raise the standards of the home improvement industry and change our towns and cities for the better. We specialize in precise, sustainable construction projects, and attempt to guide you through the process for an unmatched experience.

GEM Housing Services exists to raise the standards of the home improvement industry and change our towns and cities for the better. We specialize in precise, sustainable construction projects, and attempt to guide you through the process for an unmatched experience.


Tight Iron Independent Contractors

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Tight Iron Independent Contractors

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Howdy, Small independent contractor in the central maine area, can travel to coastal and southern maine. We have 7 years experience in painting, drywall repair, flooring, and much more. We pride ourselves on doing things right the first time. No job too big or small.

Howdy, Small independent contractor in the central maine area, can travel to coastal and southern maine. We have 7 years experience in painting, drywall repair, flooring, and much more. We pride ourselves on doing things right the first time. No job too big or small.

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

In most cases, sanding an old deck before staining it is necessary to achieve a decent finish. If your old deck has a relatively new stain finish on it and you're only doing touch-ups, you can generally skip the sanding part. However, if your goal is to make the deck look and function better, sanding first is a must. 

DIY is possible but presents risks of uneven surfaces or improper adhesion; professionals offer expertise to ensure a lasting finish.

Beginners can absolutely use a paint sprayer, but there is some technique involved, so you’ll have to spend some time learning how to use your sprayer. It’s a good idea to practice on a scrap surface before moving to your actual painting project to get used to using the sprayer. This can help avoid over spraying, which can lead to drips, bubbles, and other imperfections on your finished product.

Staining a deck with a rag is typically a better option than using a brush, as it helps the stain penetrate deeper into the wood. However, both brushes and rags are best reserved for detailed work because using these tools on an entire deck can require tediously crawling around on your hands and knees. A pad applicator, sprayer, or roller are preferred alternatives to applying stain over the majority of a deck. Use a rag for railings and other detailed work, and let the wood soak up as much of the stain as possible before wiping away drips or pools.

Applying too much sealer to a deck might seem like extra protection, but it can cause more harm than good. Wood is a porous material with a limited capacity to absorb liquids. When you go overboard with sealer, the excess can't soak in and instead forms a film on the surface. This leftover layer is prone to peeling, cracking, and trapping moisture, ultimately defeating the purpose of sealing in the first place. 

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