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Top-Rated Custom home builders in Durham - Updated Nov 2026

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A.G. Construction, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Durham, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Garage will be built in the spring but they gave me a detailed estimate and will get all the permits when the building is getting closer to the time. He was very professional when he came out to talk with me"
Jefferson Deck Rebuild
Jefferson Deck Rebuild
Jefferson Deck Rebuild
Camp on post
Camp on post

+27

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Portland Kitchen Quotes
New to Angi
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Serving Durham, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Portland Kitchen Quotes is a kitchen design studio serving Portland and Southern Maine. Tell us about your kitchen: the layout, the measurements, the style you want. We design it in our own kitchen design software, with 3D renderings and wall-by-wall layouts, then hand you a real cabinet package to build from. That means a complete cabinet schedule, sized and specified for your room, not a rough guess.\n\nWe work with established cabinet lines, including shaker, painted, and wood finishes, and every design comes with a budget range before final supplier pricing. Whether you're remodeling, replacing cabinets, or planning a kitchen in new construction, you start with a design you can actually see.\n\nStarting your design takes about ten minutes, and it's free with no obligation. Visit portlandkitchenquotes.com.

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+3

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The Window Source of New Hampshire
4.7(
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Serving Durham, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Windows Source to replace all our doors (4) and windows (20) including 1 large bay window. They also did our entire house in vinyl cedar siding. Our entire home was upgraded by WS. Service was incredible and install was perfect. We highly recommend Window Source."
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+12

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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PRH Construction
5.0(
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Serving Durham, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are construction company specializing in residential work. We have extensive experience in all phases of residential construction and handyman services. The leadership group at PRH Contractors combines over 30+ years experience in the construction industry, from residential projects to commercial projects ranging in size and complexity. PRH Contractors is driven by our determination for customer satisfaction and our passion to build. We provide more value to our clients with the ability to streamline project schedules, identify and resolve design conflicts, and eliminate costly change orders. Our extensive experience in residential and commercial, gives us the experience to complete projects within budget and on schedule.\nThe importance we place on all of our relationships, including subcontractors, consultants, and clients, is unsurpassed and is one of the reasons 50% of our work is from repeat clients. Check us out on the web PRHCONTRACTORS.COM

Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Project
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Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Project

+4

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Newcomb Builders
5.0(
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Serving Durham, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Newcomb Builders were great. Knowledgeable, friendly, proactive and easy to work with. Richard Newcomb and his operations manager Matt will be my first contact for any other issues building they deal with."
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Custom Home Builders FAQs, answered by experts

Above all, the downside to building a new house is a longer timeline. You need several months to finish the build, depending on the supply chain and labor availability in the meantime. Building a home compared to buying one is also more expensive, both in the building process and when it comes to mortgage rates and property taxes.

The term “cottage” is subjective, so there’s no rigid definition, but it generally refers to a small home with simple and purposeful architecture that embraces nature and focuses on charm over everything else. Cottages are typically 1 or 1 1/2-stories tall, usually with gabled roofs, and are built out of natural materials that help make the structure a part of the surrounding nature rather than something that stands out from it. A big part of what makes a cottage a cottage is the decor, which includes natural materials from the nearby area.

A green home is one that focuses on conservation, with the goal often being net-zero carbon emissions and self-sustainability. It will often include some kind of self-generation equipment, like solar panels or a small wind turbine, high-efficiency electrical components and mechanicals, and high-quality insulation and air sealing to reduce the loss of conditioned air. Many green homes also include xeriscaping or rainwater collection to cut down on drainage and water consumption.

Typically, architects do not build homes in a hands-on sense of doing the actual framing, roofing, or other building. Architects usually do not have the training and experience to build the homes they design. An architect would need to know how to do the specific trades required to build a house, which is possible but not a common practice. A general contractor or homebuilder typically oversees the actual details of building the house that the architect designs.

The average cost to renovate or remodel a home is $52,300, with most projects ranging from $19,500 to over $88,400. However, costs can vary significantly, from as low as $3,000 for a small project to $170,000 or more for a complete home remodel.

Several factors influence the total price, including:

  • Project Scope and Size: The extent of the renovations, whether it's a single room or the entire house.

  • Location: Geographic location affects labor and material costs.

  • Materials: The quality of materials chosen.

  • Room Type: Kitchen remodels ($14,500 - $70,000+) are generally more expensive than bedroom remodels ($1,500 - $5,500).

  • Other Factors: The time of year, complexity of the work, and any additions or expansions.

On a per-square-foot basis, you can expect to pay between $15 and $60 for standard projects and up to $150 for luxury renovations.

Examples of specific project costs include:

  • Basement remodel: ~$20,200

  • Garage remodel: ~$27,900

  • Loft conversion: ~$20,200

  • Disability accommodation remodel: ~$4,300

  • Major home repairs: ~$11,700

If you are financing the project, note that some loan programs, like the FHA 203(k), may require a minimum project cost (e.g., $5,000) and will necessitate a home appraisal and professional cost estimates. Using a home renovation cost estimator can also help you budget for your project.

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