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Brown and Son's Construction & Masonry

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Brown and Son's Construction & Masonry

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3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Here at Brown and Son's Construction & Masonry, we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality home improvement services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Roger & his team were a pleasure to work with during a multi-month front porch construction project: Patient, communicative, & responsive. They remained committed to project completion while taking on two unanticipated side-efforts on our property & adjusting finishing work where requested. Their determination & professionalism transformed our home's entrance, & we would gladly recommend them for similar artistry in the future."

Andrew J on July 2025

Here at Brown and Son's Construction & Masonry, we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality home improvement services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Roger & his team were a pleasure to work with during a multi-month front porch construction project: Patient, communicative, & responsive. They remained committed to project completion while taking on two unanticipated side-efforts on our property & adjusting finishing work where requested. Their determination & professionalism transformed our home's entrance, & we would gladly recommend them for similar artistry in the future."

Andrew J on July 2025


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Archadeck of Central Maine

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Archadeck of Central Maine

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52 local quotes requested
6 years of experience

Thank you for visiting Archadeck of Central Maine, the leading outdoor living space builder in the Bangor, Augusta, and Waterville areas. We're known for creating additions that seamlessly work into the existing design of your property, building new structures that looks as if they were always part of our clients' homes. We're proud to say we don't offer a catalog full of ready-made decks, patios, pergolas, outdoor kitchens, and more, nor do we charge by the square foot. Every design is one-of-a-kind and custom made for our clients.

"I highly recommend Archadeck of Central Maine. The carpenter, Garret, except for a few hours on the first carpentry day and the entire last day, worked on this by himself. He did a phenomenal job! On the last day he was joined by Preston and he did a great job as well. This project had some unique elements. First, was the slope of the ground. Second, was the design. The lower deck was designed to hold a hot tub (not shown here) to be accessed from the upper deck in the area between the two railings. One whole side of the upper deck remained without a railing as I wanted deck access to be at any point along the footpath. It'll be my task to backfill the gap between the deck surface and the footpath. Total number of days worked on this project was six (6). TJ and Jessi are easy to work with and the cost was very reasonable. We are THRILLED with the results!!"

David E on December 2024

Thank you for visiting Archadeck of Central Maine, the leading outdoor living space builder in the Bangor, Augusta, and Waterville areas. We're known for creating additions that seamlessly work into the existing design of your property, building new structures that looks as if they were always part of our clients' homes. We're proud to say we don't offer a catalog full of ready-made decks, patios, pergolas, outdoor kitchens, and more, nor do we charge by the square foot. Every design is one-of-a-kind and custom made for our clients.

"I highly recommend Archadeck of Central Maine. The carpenter, Garret, except for a few hours on the first carpentry day and the entire last day, worked on this by himself. He did a phenomenal job! On the last day he was joined by Preston and he did a great job as well. This project had some unique elements. First, was the slope of the ground. Second, was the design. The lower deck was designed to hold a hot tub (not shown here) to be accessed from the upper deck in the area between the two railings. One whole side of the upper deck remained without a railing as I wanted deck access to be at any point along the footpath. It'll be my task to backfill the gap between the deck surface and the footpath. Total number of days worked on this project was six (6). TJ and Jessi are easy to work with and the cost was very reasonable. We are THRILLED with the results!!"

David E on December 2024


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Kaes Home Remodel & Contract Company

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Kaes Home Remodel & Contract Company

5.00(
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83 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Jamin and his crew of three hard working conscientious guys replaced about 20 feet of rotten sill on my 100 year old colonial house. A tough, nasty project, they got it done ahead of schedule and at a fair price. There were no communication to be concerned with and the politeness of the whole crew was exemplary. I am very pleased with the whole project and process. I highly recommend Kaes home remodel and contract company."

Phil O on July 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Jamin and his crew of three hard working conscientious guys replaced about 20 feet of rotten sill on my 100 year old colonial house. A tough, nasty project, they got it done ahead of schedule and at a fair price. There were no communication to be concerned with and the politeness of the whole crew was exemplary. I am very pleased with the whole project and process. I highly recommend Kaes home remodel and contract company."

Phil O on July 2025


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Wights Custom Carpentry

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Wights Custom Carpentry

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9 years of experience

Fully Insured builder with experience in tiling, remodeling, siding, new construction decks or re-habs of existing, interior or exterior projects of any size. Servicing in or around Mount Desert Island.

Fully Insured builder with experience in tiling, remodeling, siding, new construction decks or re-habs of existing, interior or exterior projects of any size. Servicing in or around Mount Desert Island.


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Casella brothers Construction

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Casella brothers Construction

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20 years of experience

Strong math background; Geometry, calculus, physics, was accepted to The University at Twin Cities Minneapolis/ St. Paul for astrophysics, fell through the the financial cracks. In retrospect, couldn't imagine sitting behind a desk 10 hours a day. Building is all numbers, be it cutting a board or utilizing the cut off to save the customer cost of time and material. "guestimating" costs the customer, I don't believe in that New construction; smaller homes, additions, decks, porches, garages/out buildings. renovations; complete remodels: roofing, siding, flooring, kitchens, bath.

Strong math background; Geometry, calculus, physics, was accepted to The University at Twin Cities Minneapolis/ St. Paul for astrophysics, fell through the the financial cracks. In retrospect, couldn't imagine sitting behind a desk 10 hours a day. Building is all numbers, be it cutting a board or utilizing the cut off to save the customer cost of time and material. "guestimating" costs the customer, I don't believe in that New construction; smaller homes, additions, decks, porches, garages/out buildings. renovations; complete remodels: roofing, siding, flooring, kitchens, bath.


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A.S Needed

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A.S Needed

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3 years of experience

Our team brings a wealth of experience in various trades, ensuring quality service from day one. We are deeply passionate about providing top-notch service to our customers. Our commitment to excellence drives us to do the job right the first time, every time. With a diverse skill set ranging from auto mechanics to home construction and everything in between, we pride ourselves on being a jack of all trades. Whatever your needs may be, we have the skills and knowledge to tackle them efficiently and effectively. Choose A.S Needed for reliable, passionate service delivered by skilled professionals who are dedicated to exceeding your expectations.

Our team brings a wealth of experience in various trades, ensuring quality service from day one. We are deeply passionate about providing top-notch service to our customers. Our commitment to excellence drives us to do the job right the first time, every time. With a diverse skill set ranging from auto mechanics to home construction and everything in between, we pride ourselves on being a jack of all trades. Whatever your needs may be, we have the skills and knowledge to tackle them efficiently and effectively. Choose A.S Needed for reliable, passionate service delivered by skilled professionals who are dedicated to exceeding your expectations.


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Worse_moon llc

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Worse_moon llc

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We do all facets of construction interior or exterior at a superior price and quality of work. As a small business that is owner-operated, i personally have 15 years of building and repair experience. Worse_moon can handle all of your building or home repair needs. we value all customers and believe doing things the right way is the only way.

We do all facets of construction interior or exterior at a superior price and quality of work. As a small business that is owner-operated, i personally have 15 years of building and repair experience. Worse_moon can handle all of your building or home repair needs. we value all customers and believe doing things the right way is the only way.


Rmk property services

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Rmk property services

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Emergency services offered

We are a small company specializing in remodels, roofing, flooring, siding, windows and doors, decks and much more. We have a small crew of 3 guys that like to see your space redesigned with a fresh look.

We are a small company specializing in remodels, roofing, flooring, siding, windows and doors, decks and much more. We have a small crew of 3 guys that like to see your space redesigned with a fresh look.


Katahdin Valley Construction

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Katahdin Valley Construction

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Katahdin Valley Construction is a full service contractor. We specialize in new construction along with interior and exterior remodels. Katahdin Valley Construction is a family owned and operated business and we take pride in being just that. As the owner of the company I make a point to be present on every job to ensure the highest quality of craftsmanship and communication throughout your project. When you hire us you get a company that truly cares about your visions and turning your dreams into a reality. If you are planning your new dream home or giving your existing home a touch of new life Katahdin Valley construction is up to the task and is the right crew for you !

Katahdin Valley Construction is a full service contractor. We specialize in new construction along with interior and exterior remodels. Katahdin Valley Construction is a family owned and operated business and we take pride in being just that. As the owner of the company I make a point to be present on every job to ensure the highest quality of craftsmanship and communication throughout your project. When you hire us you get a company that truly cares about your visions and turning your dreams into a reality. If you are planning your new dream home or giving your existing home a touch of new life Katahdin Valley construction is up to the task and is the right crew for you !


Englands Home Renovations

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Englands Home Renovations

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Hi there, we here at Englands Home Renovations provide professional solutions, repairs and remodels of entire homes. Everything from insulation, electrical, plumbing, window and door replacements all the way to painting and flooring. Please let us know if there is anything you need, we can do it

Hi there, we here at Englands Home Renovations provide professional solutions, repairs and remodels of entire homes. Everything from insulation, electrical, plumbing, window and door replacements all the way to painting and flooring. Please let us know if there is anything you need, we can do it

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Decks and Porches questions, answered by experts

Any wood deck provides some ventilation to the area below, as is the nature of that type of deck design. However, areas that experience excessive humidity and associated moisture benefit greatly from a dedicated ventilation system in the form of strip vents. This addition helps the various wood boards contract and expand evenly throughout the years and reduces the chances of twisting, warping, and buckling.

The best way to sand a deck is by cleaning it, sanding the boards and stairs with 60- or 80-grit sandpaper, and sanding the railings and posts with 80-grit sandpaper. You should sand in the direction of the wood grain to avoid damaging the timber. When sanding your deck, use medium pressure and aim for an even sand. Pressing too hard with a sander can damage decks, as most are softwoods.

An enclosed porch can be considered a living space if it meets certain criteria. For instance, it must be completely enclosed with solid walls and a roof. It should also have a heating and cooling source similar to the rest of the home. Finally, the porch should have direct access to and from the interior of your house.

The most likely causes of a deck leaning to one side are damaged deck posts, soil erosion, and inadequate deck footings. If you’re not sure about the exact cause, the best option is to call a contractor who can build a deck to inspect the damage and recommend the best way forward.

When installing deck boards, screws are a better option than nails. For one, screws have more holding strength than nails, so they’re better at keeping your deck boards in place. Also, nails are more likely to pop out of the boards than screws, which can create a tripping or poking hazard on your deck.

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