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Lifehouse Services, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Carmel, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

At Lifehouse Services we pride our ourselves in quality, value, and service! We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. We look forward to earning your business!\n\nWhen you contact us, you'll be given the exceptional customer service you deserve, including free quotes, up-front pricing, and no hidden fees. These benefits are provided to our clients in order to show that our company genuinely cares about customer satisfaction. Give us a call today to schedule your free estimate!

Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Jill Seidner Interior Design
3.5(
89
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Serving Carmel, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"Once I sent her all the measurements, it took her a little while to get the options back to me.  Overall, they're good designs.  However, they're very simplistic and give general ideas for space planning.  I was hoping to have a better idea for sizes of furniture for the space and some variations on staging.  
Jill was very responsive when I did have a question.  I'm not sure how helpful it is to have a virtual design done.  If we lived in similar cities, I'd probably use her again for help with additional designs.
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Recommended by55%of homeowners
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Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Serving Carmel, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"I feel extremely fortunate to have found Vicki through Angie's List !  She is an extremely talented person who is very easy to deal with. She has a breath of knowledge that allows her to accommodate my tastes, but also ensure that the overall design is in sync with the design and location of my home.  She has  a very diplomatic way of suggesting when I'm going astray with my choices and in every case where she has told me "Trust Me"  I have been delighted ! She is very aggressive in helping me find the best pricing and often times will work with the vendors directly  hence saving me the time.  She also has excellent local contacts.  Everyone I've worked with through Vicki has been timely, professional, and highly competent.
My project is far from complete.  I intend to continue to use Vicki and her expert advice until the end !!!!"
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Recommended by54%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

"I saw Ryan working in the neighborhood and admired his work. When I called him for a project on an apartment building, he had some suggestions, provided an estimate and completed the job in a timely fashion ( on budget). Ryan was professional and cleaned up the worksite at the end of each day. He is an excellent communicator, and I highly recommend him"
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
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Trust Yourself Home Improvements
5.0(
5
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Serving Carmel, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"These guys were very responsible, came to work on time, polite, and accommodating. I would highly recommend them. The roof looks great!! AND most importantly, NO LEAKS !! :) Hire them!!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Euphoric Hardscapes and Designs
4.1(
11
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Serving Carmel, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They built me an Asian style grape arbor, they went off the design that I had drawn up. It is perfect! They did a wonderful job!! I'm very happy. They are very nice folks. :D"
Kitchen demo
Exterior Landscape
exterior fence
Front Yard
Exterior landscraping

+215

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Interior Design and Decorating questions, answered by experts

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While the terms 'interior designer' and 'interior decorator' are often used interchangeably, they represent distinct professions with some overlapping work. The primary difference lies in the scope of their projects.

An interior decorator focuses on the aesthetics of a space, making less permanent decisions about decor. Their work involves selecting colors, fabrics, furniture, wall art, paint, and other finishes to 'dress' a room and enhance its style.

An interior designer has a broader scope that includes a decorator's aesthetic focus but also extends to the structural and functional aspects of a space. Designers are qualified to plan layouts, make structural changes, and manage overall functionality. They handle permanent decisions regarding fixtures like cabinets and bathtubs, establish floor plans, and may hire contractors.

Due to the technical skills required, interior designers typically have formal education, certification, and may hold a license, which can result in higher fees. As a general rule, it is best to hire an interior designer for major remodeling projects and an interior decorator for projects focused on establishing or refreshing a home's interior style.

Costs range from $50 to $200 per hour or $2,000 to $10,000 per project, depending on scope and experience.

Typically, general remodeling involves architects, contractors, interior designers, electricians, plumbers, and sometimes structural engineers. Each plays a role in bringing the project from concept to completion.

Hiring a high-quality interior decorator should always start with reading through online reviews to see the kind of experience other homeowners have had. You can narrow down your search and then ask the remaining companies for references and examples of their past work. It’s during this stage that you’re likely to find a company that suits your specific tastes and one that has experience with the style you want to bring into your home. You should consider calling references to ask about the process and the homeowners’ experiences with the decorator before, during, and after service.

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