Top-rated contractors.

Get matched with top contractors in Orono, ME

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your contractor service project in Orono, ME?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Find Contractors in Orono

Avatar for Tejada's Remodeling Inc
Tejada's Remodeling Inc
4.7(
31
)
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Orono, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was very impressed working with this company. Communication was superb right off the bat. We went over the job in detail, and it was completed perfectly. The company is very professional and pays attention to every detail. The price was good too! They also cleaned the area thoroughly and my property looks exquisite. Hire this company with confidence. Thank you!"
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+6

Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
Avatar for Baker Electric and Sons
Baker Electric and Sons
4.1(
17
)
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Orono, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The best electrical Company I have ever had work for me. They scheduled my appointment and kept me informed very well when they could do the job. Mike was very conscious about our house and his work area. He work very fast and fixed everyone of my problems, if you call and there is a little wait time before they can do it wait because Baker electric is worth the wait."
Response time2 days
75 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Precision Workscraft, LLC
Precision Workscraft, LLC
4.7(
12
)
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Orono, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David did a great job on our place, he worked with us for a very tight schedule and accomplished the work quickly and beautifully. He had great communication and even video chatted with us to show us the finished product, as we had to be out of town. Everything was left tidy and complete. Highly recommend him for your contractor needs!!"
Wall and Ceiling Repair
Wall and Ceiling Repair
Wall and Ceiling Repair
Wall and Ceiling Repair
Wall and Ceiling Repair

+15

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
Avatar for New England Home Renovations LLC
New England Home Renovations LLC
4.0(
311
)
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Orono, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything went wonderfully with this company.  They were very professional, listened to exactly what my problem was, and explained to me how they were going to diagnose the problem and/or solve it before doing any actual work.  Once they started, the team (three people came) worked together like a well-oiled machine.  One was in the room with diagnostics, one was at the fuse box looking for possible problems there, and the third went into the crawlspace beneath our house to look at the physical wiring.  Once the problem was found (there was a faulty wire beneath the house that had come loose from the junction box), it was fixed and tested within minutes and another full diagnostic was done to make sure there were no other possible issues.  They cleaned up after themselves very neatly.  They also replaced the light switch with a dimmer switch at no extra cost!  Well within my budget, and came in even lower than their original (FREE) estimate!  I would highly recommend this company to anyone in the Bergen County area.
"
Before
After's
New boiler install
Removal of cast Iron to PVC.
Additional Photos

+37

Recommended by89%of homeowners
Fairmount Woodworking & Remodeling LLC
5.0(
6
)
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Orono, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Hiring Fairmount Woodworkers was one of the best decisions that I have made since becoming a homeowner! At some points, I felt that Ryan cared more about my project than I did, which was hard to do. He is professional, reliable, and has a lot of experience on many different types of projects that he brought to our home. The project was quite complicated because our house was built in the early 1900s and not to code. He did everything by the book and I know that his project will last another hundred years"
Right Side Cabinetry
Right Side Cabinetry
Left Side Cabinetry
Left Side Cabinetry
Custom Built Cabinetry

+19

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Homemade Design
Homemade Design
3.7(
322
)
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Orono, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"It is a waste of money. The great majority of people are not going to find any value out of the service. If you need design consultation, you need a full service consultation. If you already have knowledge and experience, and you just need to get a few ideas, then you don't need to pay for that. You can just get a magazine or a book since you already have the knowledge of basic designs in your head or a little bit of experience. To have someone call you and give you information over the phone, you are not getting the personal service that you need. You may as well take the money $49 and apply it to something else like getting someone else to come out and give you the service that you need. Because, you are not getting much, you are not getting anything at all. They are going to have you do the work. After talking to them and I was talking to other home designers, I found out that that was a waste of time and waste of money. I gave them a C because they didn't fail at what they do but they don't offer any value for what they do. There's not much value to it. The cost was fair. They didn't do a terrible job and the cost isn't terrible, it was only $49. It just has a very low value. For responsiveness I gave them a B because they will answer your phone and answer your emails."
Pennsylvania Master Bathroom
Boston Small Condo Kitchen
California Client Saves with HMD Designer Discounts
Recommended by54%of homeowners
...
Showing 1-10 of 67
Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

It's possible to turn your carport into a living space, but there are additional factors to address over turning it into a garage. HVAC, plumbing, and electricity won't be optional, and you'll need finished flooring, drywall, trim work, and legal ceiling height, for starters. Also, keep in mind that living space conversions may require upgrading the foundation underneath, and the permits might be more expensive as well.

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.

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.

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

The Orono, ME homeowners’ guide to contractor services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.