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26 From start to finish this crew and their managerJesus, were professional, prompt, efficient and pleasant. Great work ethic, they were not loud, no swearing or smoking on site and they left everything completely cleaned up. I would not hesitate to hire them again…and I’m not easy to please!...
Z ConstructionBruce came out and gave us a fair estimate on a new patio. The job was done on time and came out great. I would highly recommend Bruce and the Preferred Pavers team. Since he completed our job, I have recommended them to two friends and he did a great job for them as well.
Matt came over the house and gave me an estimate and told me that if the paint did not cover, he may have to add a third coat. I had to have a rug installed and he worked with me on establishing a date so that he could start the job after the rug was installed. He started the job on the...
Very very frustrating with lots of excuses and shabby work that had to be repaired. They kept coming back to fix mistakes and kept at it but the final product was not that good. The stain was not smoothly applied so there are lines of dark vs light. They also did a poor job sanding so...
I received estimates from all the "big" alarm companies. I had MANY questions and a difficult install and their sales people had no real answers or solutions for my installation needs. It was clear to me they just wanted the overpriced monitoring contract. I then met with Brian from...
*FREE ESTIMATES AND INSURED* Go with Mooers! We have experience and dedication! We work for you and your satisfaction. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Mooers were great and hard working. They finished the job in less than a day. Even came back the next morning to touch up some things. 2000Would recommend."
Patrick K on September 2024
*FREE ESTIMATES AND INSURED* Go with Mooers! We have experience and dedication! We work for you and your satisfaction. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Mooers were great and hard working. They finished the job in less than a day. Even came back the next morning to touch up some things. 2000Would recommend."
Patrick K on September 2024
GBS Frame-Up Carpentry LLC specializes in all things carpentry! Some of the services we provide are new deck construction, kitchen remodel, bathroom remodel, additions, window and door replacements and much more! Customer service is our top priority and we make sure that all jobs are completed in a timely manner and done with the highest quality craftsmanship around!
"Garrett did an outstanding job. He is knowledgeable, fair, dependable and professional. The project came out excellent. I would highly recommend Garrett and I will return to him again and again."
Eileen S on March 2024
GBS Frame-Up Carpentry LLC specializes in all things carpentry! Some of the services we provide are new deck construction, kitchen remodel, bathroom remodel, additions, window and door replacements and much more! Customer service is our top priority and we make sure that all jobs are completed in a timely manner and done with the highest quality craftsmanship around!
"Garrett did an outstanding job. He is knowledgeable, fair, dependable and professional. The project came out excellent. I would highly recommend Garrett and I will return to him again and again."
Eileen S on March 2024
Brett Tishim is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!
Brett Tishim is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!
Mason Brown Construction is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
Mason Brown Construction is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
Costello Coatings, based out of Freeport, Maine, with over 25 years of experience, is dedicated to providing our Customers with the finest quality craftsmanship possible. We put our Hearts in to each and every project and look forward to continuing to build our reputation as the premier service of Cumberland county, ME and the surrounding area.we are insured ,have an A-1 rating with the better business bureau and value each and every customer !
"Fast and quality work"
Larry M on July 2024
Costello Coatings, based out of Freeport, Maine, with over 25 years of experience, is dedicated to providing our Customers with the finest quality craftsmanship possible. We put our Hearts in to each and every project and look forward to continuing to build our reputation as the premier service of Cumberland county, ME and the surrounding area.we are insured ,have an A-1 rating with the better business bureau and value each and every customer !
"Fast and quality work"
Larry M on July 2024
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 painting services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying 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!
"Steve was very professional and told us what his team would do and when to expect them to do it. All was done as was told to us. His team was personable and on time. We will be having them do more painting for us in the near future."
David W on September 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 offer a variety of painting services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying 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!
"Steve was very professional and told us what his team would do and when to expect them to do it. All was done as was told to us. His team was personable and on time. We will be having them do more painting for us in the near future."
David W on September 2025
At True North Contracting, LLC, abd True North Contracting Plus LLC :we serve the tri-state area, providing the best quality for the best price. We never mark up materials. Your total satisfaction is our ultimate goal. A plus rated with BBB. EPA certified renovator.
"Costas was amazing. Very transparent and his workmanship is top notch. Throughout the project he kept us on the loop and walked us through step by step what his plan was. "
Anthony S on September 2025
At True North Contracting, LLC, abd True North Contracting Plus LLC :we serve the tri-state area, providing the best quality for the best price. We never mark up materials. Your total satisfaction is our ultimate goal. A plus rated with BBB. EPA certified renovator.
"Costas was amazing. Very transparent and his workmanship is top notch. Throughout the project he kept us on the loop and walked us through step by step what his plan was. "
Anthony S on September 2025
From retractable awnings and to screen systems, porch enclosures, and freestanding shade structures, we provide everything you need to make the most of your outdoor living space. Proudly based in Auburn, Maine, we serve homeowners throughout Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. With Nuimage Outdoors, you get more than just top-quality products—you get expert guidance, professional installation, and dependable service backed by years of experience. Whether you want to keep cool on the deck, block bugs on the porch, or add usable space to your home, our team makes it easy. Fast, reliable, and built to last—our solutions are custom-fit to your home and lifestyle. Call today to schedule your free in-home consultation and discover why more families trust Nuimage Outdoors to bring comfort, style, and value to their homes.
"The work was done as promised, on time during a fairly tough economy, The modifications needed for the project were made and worked as planned, and _ most IMPORTANTLY _there was good communicators before, during, and after the project. Appreciated."
Robert S on October 2022
From retractable awnings and to screen systems, porch enclosures, and freestanding shade structures, we provide everything you need to make the most of your outdoor living space. Proudly based in Auburn, Maine, we serve homeowners throughout Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. With Nuimage Outdoors, you get more than just top-quality products—you get expert guidance, professional installation, and dependable service backed by years of experience. Whether you want to keep cool on the deck, block bugs on the porch, or add usable space to your home, our team makes it easy. Fast, reliable, and built to last—our solutions are custom-fit to your home and lifestyle. Call today to schedule your free in-home consultation and discover why more families trust Nuimage Outdoors to bring comfort, style, and value to their homes.
"The work was done as promised, on time during a fairly tough economy, The modifications needed for the project were made and worked as planned, and _ most IMPORTANTLY _there was good communicators before, during, and after the project. Appreciated."
Robert S on October 2022
Russels Contracting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Once again and with the highest confidence, we hired Russell's Contracting to convert our back entrance into a more open, useful mudroom. As promised, they arrived on time on the expected date and started by sealing off the back entrance for dust. The demolition of the closet was first done, and then the rehab began. I was amazed at the level of detail necessary to make the new mudroom perfect. From fixing the ceiling to installing new walls, taping and sanding, painting, new baseboards, and moving the overhead light, it was fun to watch. Colby was professional, exacting, efficient, clean, and asked all the right questions to ensure we were happy with the result. The new mudroom is exactly what we wanted. In addition, we asked Russell's to help us figure out how to make our open staircase to the second floor safer. Keith, Colby, and Max designed and installed a custom-built, stair-to-ceiling railing system that looks great and provides the necessary safety we were looking for. They also made it removable to accommodate large objects up and down stairs. The amount of time they spent was crazy, and the amount of math they did to ensure it was plumb and solid was above and beyond our expectations. My house was built in 1933, and this railing system looks like it could have been original to the house. It is a masterpiece. Everyone at Russell's Contracting we have met and who has worked on our house has been exceptional. You can stop scrolling for contractors; call Russell's."
David E on April 2024
Russels Contracting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Once again and with the highest confidence, we hired Russell's Contracting to convert our back entrance into a more open, useful mudroom. As promised, they arrived on time on the expected date and started by sealing off the back entrance for dust. The demolition of the closet was first done, and then the rehab began. I was amazed at the level of detail necessary to make the new mudroom perfect. From fixing the ceiling to installing new walls, taping and sanding, painting, new baseboards, and moving the overhead light, it was fun to watch. Colby was professional, exacting, efficient, clean, and asked all the right questions to ensure we were happy with the result. The new mudroom is exactly what we wanted. In addition, we asked Russell's to help us figure out how to make our open staircase to the second floor safer. Keith, Colby, and Max designed and installed a custom-built, stair-to-ceiling railing system that looks great and provides the necessary safety we were looking for. They also made it removable to accommodate large objects up and down stairs. The amount of time they spent was crazy, and the amount of math they did to ensure it was plumb and solid was above and beyond our expectations. My house was built in 1933, and this railing system looks like it could have been original to the house. It is a masterpiece. Everyone at Russell's Contracting we have met and who has worked on our house has been exceptional. You can stop scrolling for contractors; call Russell's."
David E on April 2024
We're a locally owned and operated company with over 30 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in handyman/carpentry work and a variety of related service and repair projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Done Right ! "
Kevin M on July 2025
We're a locally owned and operated company with over 30 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in handyman/carpentry work and a variety of related service and repair projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Done Right ! "
Kevin M on July 2025
While the terms deck and porch are often used interchangeably, they are two distinct home features. Porches offer a roof that protects from the elements when coming and going from the house. Generally, porches are on the front of your home. On the other hand, decks are generally built in the backyard of a home and offer no roof or protection from the elements, like rain or snow. Porches typically require less maintenance and upkeep thanks to the roof, but both features require regular cleaning and repairs to maintain good condition.
The cost of an awning is $1,400 to $4,400 on average. However, this cost could be as low as $100 or as high as $7,500, depending on a few factors. The type of awning you choose, the size you need, and your location all affect your overall cost.
For example, portable awnings you can put up and take down yourself range from $100 to $400, whereas motorized awnings are more luxurious and cost between $2,000 and $3,500.
The cost to build a deck is $8,025 on average. However, this cost can range anywhere from $1,500 to $22,000, depending on multiple factors, such as size, materials, and deck type. You can expect to pay $30 to $60 per square foot when building a new deck.
Cedar decks are often the most cost-effective option, ranging from $4 to $9 per square foot for materials. However, pressure-treated decking, which is resistant to rot, is more expensive, ranging from $15 to $25 per square foot for materials.
Awnings are either fixed or retractable and can be paired with a variety of cover materials. Fixed awnings are a permanent outdoor feature of a building. These are highly durable and require ongoing maintenance. Once installed, the position of this awning cannot be changed.
Retractable awnings are more popular than fixed awnings since the cover can open and close. This allows homeowners to open and close the awning, depending on the weather. When not in use, it can be closed to allow for extra space.
Besides the type of awning, you’ll need to choose the type of cover. Your awning installation professional will review your options with you, including availability and costs. The types of covers you can choose from include:
Wood, which is durable but can be damaged easily by rainwater and fire
Cotton offers flexibility, weatherproofing, and easy cleaning
Canvas is highly durable and is a good choice for retractable awnings
Metal is sturdy but is prone to rust
Polyester is easy to clean and is a more breathable option
Polycarbonate is highly resistant to UV rays and is difficult to damage
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Retractable awnings add curb appeal and help keep the sun out of your eyes when you're working indoors or lounging on the back patio or deck. In this price guide, you'll learn how much retractable awnings cost.
Ipe decking costs vary based on size, construction, finish, and whether you hire a professional. Learn more about how to budget for this project.
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