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Avatar for Minks General Contracting
Minks General Contracting
5.0(
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Serving Carmel, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Carl was terrific! Very responsive, very tuned in to what I wanted, and flexible about changes. Cannot imagine a better contractor or a better result. Highly recommend, I will certainly be calling on him again."
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+17

Response time3 hrs
Response rate86%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Baker Electric and Sons
4.1(
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Serving Carmel, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs.\nIt is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project.\nIn order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer \nin a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n$100.00 Service Fee.

Response time2 days
75 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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RIDANS HOME MAINTENANCE
3.9(
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Serving Carmel, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are an all inclusive Residential and Commercial maintenance business. We offer professional construction, renovation, and facilities maintenance services. We offer Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC, Carpentry, Concrete, Painting, and more. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

Water Filters
Water Filters
Water Filters
Water Filters
Water Filters

+3

11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Precision Workscraft, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Carmel, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David did a great job on our place, he worked with us for a very tight schedule and accomplished the work quickly and beautifully. He had great communication and even video chatted with us to show us the finished product, as we had to be out of town. Everything was left tidy and complete. Highly recommend him for your contractor needs!!"
Wall and Ceiling Repair
Wall and Ceiling Repair
Wall and Ceiling Repair
Wall and Ceiling Repair
Wall and Ceiling Repair

+15

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
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New England Home Renovations LLC
4.0(
311
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Serving Carmel, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"NE Renovations is a general contractor whose network of contractors provided services to me as I was getting ready to sell the house.  The electrical service went very well with Mr. Martucci doing great work and advising me about things that did not need to be done.  I feel that he was a great advisor!
The flooring in the basement also went very well with the NE folks advising me about the best way to approach the installation.  Everything was perfect when they left.  I truly appreciated their workmanship.
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
Fairmount Woodworking & Remodeling LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Carmel, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Fairmount Woodworking & Remodeling LLC strives to build lasting relationships with our clients and their homes. Home remodeling, renovation and repair is our focus. Custom woodworking, tile work, drywall, structural framing, windows, doors, cabinet installation, painting etc. while working with licensed electricians, plumbers and other trades to produce a wonderful finished product, be it your bathroom, kitchen, bedroom or basement, is what we strive for. We listen to what our clients wants/ needs are and come up with a realistically balanced affordable plan of action to update your home.

Right Side Cabinetry
Right Side Cabinetry
Left Side Cabinetry
Left Side Cabinetry
Custom Built Cabinetry

+19

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
R.H. and Sons Construction Company
5.0(
6
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Serving Carmel, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs.\nIt is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project.\nTo understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner.\nOur reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

A-frame homes are on the smaller side. While there’s no set square footage amount it has to be, it will usually come in around 1,000 square feet or smaller.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

By careful planning and reinforcement to maintain structural integrity.

Framing a basement takes three to five days, on average, when completed by a professional, though it may take longer for a larger space. Keep in mind this doesn’t include the time to complete the design, obtain permits, and install the drywall on the framing. On average, fully finishing a basement takes an average of 45 days.

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