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Avatar for Dixon Propety Management
Dixon Propety Management
4.9(
36
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Chelsea, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"Randy Dixon returned my call within 24 hrs. We had an appointment the next week to discuss the project! He listens to the customer and finds the best product available within the budget. No bravado,no sales pitch Excellent carpenter, low key, honest and respectful. Years of carpentry experience, does a great job.. We'll definitely be calling him again for future projects. Thank you Randy for our new doors and cleans up after the project. Very pleasant and a accommodating crew."
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+23

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Connected Carpentry LLC
Connected Carpentry LLC
5.0(
6
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Carpentry Framing - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Chelsea, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired him to install 2 rather large windows. He was very focused and certainly knew what he was doing. His cost estimate was pretty much what it did cost. Very accommodating and not looking to find ways to overcharge. Will be using him again for other work needed around my house"
Deck Replacement
Deck Replacement
Deck Replacement
Deck Replacement
Deck Replacement

+11

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for GrayBridge
GrayBridge
5.0(
20
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Deck or Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceCarpentry Framing - Repair+11 more

Serving Chelsea, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh was great to work with. He was very responsive, fair and followed through on exactly what was needed (drywall finishing) under a tight deadline (with a tenant about to move in) and with a great attitude and attention to detail. There was an additional job (building a firewall in the attic- not the best of conditions) which he took on even though it meant adjusting his schedule. I would recommend Josh as a skilled and reliable contractor with a great work ethic and positive can do attitude."
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+125

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Swift Carpentry LLC
3.8(
5
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Chelsea, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This crew did a great job repairing my deck, jacking and leveling my addition, building a new retaining wall to support the addition as well as new cedar shingle siding. They are hard working and skilled as well as polite and honest. I will be happy to hire Nate and his crew to do more projects in the future."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Minks General Contracting
5.0(
10
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Carpentry Framing - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallCloset - Build+2 more

Serving Chelsea, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Carl did an absolutely incredible job installing crown molding in our home. From the very beginning, I trusted him to conceptually design something that would complement our vaulted ceilings and overall aesthetic. He completely knocked it out of the park and exceeded expectations. His craftsmanship is meticulous, and the finished result truly transformed the space. What stood out just as much as his skill was his professionalism. He was always available to talk through ideas, answer questions, and make sure we felt confident in every decision. He also completed the job faster than originally estimated. We couldn’t be happier and are already looking forward to having him back for our next home renovation project. Highly recommend!"
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+17

Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Clean Slate Home Services
4.1(
70
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Chelsea, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Josh did an excellent job installing an epoxy floor in our basement. I absolutely love it! Josh is a true professional and a pleasure to work with, polite, and answered any questions that we had. Communication was excellent and he kept us informed throughout the process. He is very true to his word, He was there when he said he would be and finished the job in the stated time frame."
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Response time12 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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The Golden Rule Handyman, LLC
4.4(
32
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Carpentry Framing - RepairDeck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair+3 more

Serving Chelsea, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fabulous communication ,and work. I live out of state, and each time that work has needed to be done The Golden Rule Handyman has been on time and very professional . One of the few companies that is excellent in all phases of the business world. I highly recommend this company !"
Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

The best way to calculate framing costs is by basing your costs on the square footage of your home. On average, framing your home could cost anywhere between $7 and $16 per square foot. 

To ensure you don’t go over budget, base your estimates on the higher end of the price range. If you know you’re going to use high-end materials or require a custom or complex build, you might even want to tack on an additional 5% of your budget.

Installing an ornamental or decorative porch column takes around three to five hours. Structural columns take longer because your pro has to install a jack to hold up the roof while switching the column out. If there's any structural damage, it can add several days to the timeline to repair the damage.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

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