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Avatar for Abraham Z. Cates Finish Carpenter
Abraham Z. Cates Finish Carpenter
4.9(
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Bathroom - RemodelBasement - RemodelBathroom - Remodel - For Business+4 more

Serving Appleton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I cannot say enough about this project and Abe! We had a ?sweaty? basement refinished. Abe walked us through every thorough and comprehensive step that he took to ensure the new living space would be safe and functional for many years to come. His estimate was accurate, his pricing, fair, and the subcontractors that he hired for plumbing and electric were professional, friendly, and swift. We asked Abe for a number of specialty finish carpentry projects and all were finished meticulously. We are still finding little surprises here and there that show just how much he cares about the function and beauty of his work! We had a custom glass shower door built, a hydraulic Murphy bed, and a ?secret bookcase door? leading to my husband?s office. Every single thing came out just beautifully, and all of our friends and neighbors are terribly impressed! We will absolutely be working with Abe again?He?s a master of his craft!"
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
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Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel

+21

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for Bellevue Construction Company
Bellevue Construction Company
5.0(
20
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Kitchen - RemodelBathroom - RemodelBathroom - Remodel - For Business+2 more

Serving Appleton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Customers say: True professional

"Great paint job. It brightened up my whole house. Really good prep work. My walls were in rough shape. They made it look like new. Not to mention they have a great eye for design and helping me pick out my new light fixtures that they installed."
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+69

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Solid Framing Engineering, LLC
Solid Framing Engineering, LLC
5.0(
7
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Designer - Building

Serving Appleton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"He designed an opening in our basement wall for an egress window to be installed by others. He was careful to make sure his design would not be detrimental to the structural integrity of our building. He completed his drawings on time. We are pleased with is design."
Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Coastline Construction
Coastline Construction
5.0(
4
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Bathroom - RemodelBasement - RemodelGarage - Remodel+1 more

Serving Appleton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had a higher than expectation experience with Coastline Construction. John the owner was great to work with. He has an awesome work ethic and is a protectionist. We wish we had found him at the beginning of our project. We started with another contractor and didn't have a good experience. John came in and made everything right. We most definitely will use John again and let anyone who needs a professional contractor to call him."
Response time2 days
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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G.A. Doughty Construction
3.4(
17
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Basement - RemodelKitchen - Remodel

Serving Appleton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had a great experience working with G.A. Doughty Construction. From the start, their team was communicative, responsive, and collaborative—making sure we were involved and informed at every step. They helped us navigate and recover from a difficult prior experience, stepping in with professionalism and integrity to get the work done right. Their commitment to quality and transparency gave us real peace of mind, and we’re grateful for their expertise and support throughout the project."
Custom Kitchen
Response time2 days
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Remodel Design questions, answered by experts

The cost to draw house plans typically ranges from $800 to $2,700, with standard blueprints averaging around $1,800. For a custom home, the cost is higher, with blueprints often falling between $5,000 and $20,000, and potentially more for very complex designs. Several factors influence the total price, including the project's size, the number of rooms, the type of drawings required, and the architect's experience level. You may also need to pay a structural engineer to ensure building safety, particularly for custom homes.

The early stages of building a house are harder than the later stages; laying the foundation and framing the house are two of the most challenging steps. However, it varies for everyone. Some people have difficulty installing HVAC, plumbing, and electricity, while others find it harder to plan the house and secure the necessary permits. 

The most common scale for residential blueprints is 1/4 of an inch equals one foot. This scale is the most popular because it’s easier for everyone involved, from professionals to homeowners, to understand the building’s actual dimensions. Also, it allows blueprints to have the necessary details without cluttering the page.

There are several different steps in the pole barn building process. First, you’ll need construction plans, which you’ll use to obtain permits. Then, you can clear the land so it’s suitable for building and installing the foundation. Your contractor will frame the barn using large poles, then rough in the plumbing and electricity (if your barn has those elements) before finishing the interior, adding siding, and installing the roof. 

After that, they’ll finish up the electrical work and plumbing and add your windows and doors. You may have a few other finishing jobs to do like painting or waterproofing.

Drawing your own floor plans is acceptable for many kinds of projects, including interior design and room layout. You can use floor plan software to create the plans but keep in mind that the floor plan will only be as accurate as the measurements you take and enter into the software.

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