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Avatar for Affordable Excavating and Carpentry

Affordable Excavating and Carpentry

98 Haney Rd
4.00(
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•Approved Pro

Affordable Excavating and Carpentry

98 Haney Rd
4.00(
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
103 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

When it’s time to make big changes to your home, make sure you hire a team that can produce flawless results. Affordable Excavating has been providing a wide range of general contracting services in the Houlton and Cary, ME areas for decades. Our team can do everything from replacing windows and decks to completely redoing your kitchen.

"Harvey and his team were professional and courteous. My wife and I were very satisfied with the completed work on the interior. We had originally planned on doing the exterior of the house first but had to change our plans. Harvey was accommodating and offered suggestions. Some I took, some I didn't. We are already discussing the projects for this coming summer. He doesn't know it but I have a couple new ideas I may implement. I have no doubt that they will do as an outstanding job on the exterior as they did inside. It looks like a new home."

James P on March 2025

When it’s time to make big changes to your home, make sure you hire a team that can produce flawless results. Affordable Excavating has been providing a wide range of general contracting services in the Houlton and Cary, ME areas for decades. Our team can do everything from replacing windows and decks to completely redoing your kitchen.

"Harvey and his team were professional and courteous. My wife and I were very satisfied with the completed work on the interior. We had originally planned on doing the exterior of the house first but had to change our plans. Harvey was accommodating and offered suggestions. Some I took, some I didn't. We are already discussing the projects for this coming summer. He doesn't know it but I have a couple new ideas I may implement. I have no doubt that they will do as an outstanding job on the exterior as they did inside. It looks like a new home."

James P on March 2025

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JVJ Granite & Consulting Inc

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4.14(
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JVJ Granite & Consulting Inc

N/A
4.14(
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Customers say: Quality work
10 years of experience

JVJ Granite is a leading provider of granite, quartz and other natural stone countertops with 15+ years of experience in transforming kitchens. We proudly serve the New England area. Call us today and put our many years of experience to work for you in transforming your kitchen and experience the first class customer service that sets us apart from the rest. Let our team lead you through the process of choosing the perfect stone to compliment your kitchen and we’ll take care of the rest!

"I would not recommend, terrible job and people don’t care about fixing a job they screwed up"

Karen M on December 2022

JVJ Granite is a leading provider of granite, quartz and other natural stone countertops with 15+ years of experience in transforming kitchens. We proudly serve the New England area. Call us today and put our many years of experience to work for you in transforming your kitchen and experience the first class customer service that sets us apart from the rest. Let our team lead you through the process of choosing the perfect stone to compliment your kitchen and we’ll take care of the rest!

"I would not recommend, terrible job and people don’t care about fixing a job they screwed up"

Karen M on December 2022

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Ant Hill Home Improvements

153 Conant Road
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Ant Hill Home Improvements

153 Conant Road
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Free onsite estimate

Our business is our livelihood but it is also so much more. Ant Hill Home Improvements was started to fill in a void in the current market and to make a business that the people of Fort Fairfield can place their trust in. Over the years we have never lost our commitment to our clients and that is what has allowed us to succeed in a very competitive industry. We stand committed to our purpose as we stand committed to the people of Fort Fairfield.

Our business is our livelihood but it is also so much more. Ant Hill Home Improvements was started to fill in a void in the current market and to make a business that the people of Fort Fairfield can place their trust in. Over the years we have never lost our commitment to our clients and that is what has allowed us to succeed in a very competitive industry. We stand committed to our purpose as we stand committed to the people of Fort Fairfield.

done right construction

2 Sunrise Cir
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done right construction

2 Sunrise Cir
No reviews yet
15 years of experience

we are a Small Maine based company dedicated to giving Maine Residents great work for a low price we are willing to work with our customers on prices we understand that remodeling or expanding can be a great deal and a lot of money so we wanna work with you so you get exactly what you want

we are a Small Maine based company dedicated to giving Maine Residents great work for a low price we are willing to work with our customers on prices we understand that remodeling or expanding can be a great deal and a lot of money so we wanna work with you so you get exactly what you want

HS Builders

88 Drury Ln
1.00(
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HS Builders

88 Drury Ln
1.00(
1
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12 years of experience

We are a family run business We specialize in taking our customers dreams and turning them into a reality. We offer different discounts thru out the year and we don't mind if you call to see what is being offered at any given time. We have flexible pay options and offer discounts to our Veterans.

We are a family run business We specialize in taking our customers dreams and turning them into a reality. We offer different discounts thru out the year and we don't mind if you call to see what is being offered at any given time. We have flexible pay options and offer discounts to our Veterans.

McLaughlin Builders

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McLaughlin Builders

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

McLaughlin Builders is a design build company that builds from the ground up.We have been in business for 27 years and we are fully insured. We take VISA, MASTERCARD, and CASH. Every project will have a signed contract between the owner and contractor.

McLaughlin Builders is a design build company that builds from the ground up.We have been in business for 27 years and we are fully insured. We take VISA, MASTERCARD, and CASH. Every project will have a signed contract between the owner and contractor.

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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

Walkout basements are not generally included in a home’s square footage, although they may be if they meet certain conditions that depend on local regulations. A finished walkout basement used as a living space may be counted toward square footage in some locations as long as all codes for livable space are met.

For most basement remodels, you’ll want to hire a general contractor. This is for a number of reasons, but the main two are that general contractors have dedicated teams they are comfortable with, and hiring one means you only have to deal with one pro. You may also get a better project quote since they can lump all their work and subcontracting into a single quote. 

To determine if your basement walls are suitable for finishing, assess their structural integrity and moisture conditions. Look for any signs of damage, such as cracks, bowing, or excessive moisture. Ensure proper drainage and address any underlying issues before proceeding. 

Consult with a professional if you're uncertain about the structural stability or potential risks associated with finishing your basement walls.

Joists and beams are both part of the flooring system above your basement, with the beams spanning the length of your home and getting support from vertical posts underneath, and joists usually spanning half the width of your home with no support posts underneath. The floor joists provide even support to the subflooring and flooring above, and they distribute that load to the beams. The beams then distribute that load down through the support posts to the foundation.

Yes, most general contractors require a down payment for project completion. A reasonable down payment for a contractor is 10% to 25% of the total project cost, though that will vary based on project size and location. The down payment helps cover the upfront costs of materials and permits and helps ensure payment for the project at hand. 

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