With over 10 years of experience in the remodeling industry, Abraham Z. Cates Finish Carpenter are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from remodels to repairs. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Abraham Z. Cates a call today, we look forward to working with you!
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Our goal is to ensure customer satisfaction through quality workmanship, timely repairs and neat work sites. We strive to provide the utmost professionalism with all of our jobs being completed by company craftsman. Contact us today for your free estimate! 207-737-9217
We pride ourselves on our professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, and we look forward to working with you!
At J&M Exteriors, we provide professional fencing solutions throughout Maine. Our work ranges from traditional wood and vinyl fences to chain link, agricultural enclosures, and custom high-end designs tailored to each property.\n\nWe focus on more than just installation—we prioritize clear communication, fair and honest pricing, and a smooth, personalized experience from start to finish. Every project is built with precision and attention to detail to ensure long-term durability and a clean, finished look.\n\nJ&M Exteriors is a great fit for homeowners and property owners who value quality workmanship and a contractor who stands behind their work.
We want to introduce ourselves as an ethical, honest, and professional company that prioritizes clear communication and superior customer service.
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\nWe take pride in our services and aim to make every client a repeat client, guaranteeing the job is done right the first time. We are happy to meet with you at your convenience and will not keep you waiting.
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We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
G.A. Doughty Construction, we are without a doubt the best at what we do, and it always shows in our work. We take pride in our professionalism; our employees are always timely and dressed professionally. With over 19 years of experience in our trades, you can be confident that you are hiring the best company to provide all of your construction needs. We look forward to earning your business! Call us today for a quote! References available per request.
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Specializing in custom furniture and custom built-ins. For custom Built-In furniture, I specialize in "stand alone" pieces. This includes furniture & cabinets which are made in my shop and installed offsite.
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\nI accept all forms of payment, including credit cards, personal checks, certified checks, or money orders. Shipping and handling are additional to quotes. I can ship anywhere in the continental US and Canada.
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\nPlease be aware that I am charged for leads through Home Advisor. For this reason please feel free to contact me but only if you are serious about getting an estimate for a project. It's greatly appreciated!
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Many modern homes have soffits, but older ones don’t, and you may be wondering why. Older homes have eaves that extend further beyond the home and help to circulate air, negating the need for a soffit. This style of building has faded away, therefore, modern homes need separate soffit installation. Modern soffits are more efficient than this older style and require less material to construct, saving homeowners money.
The pro you need to hire to build your shed depends on the shed you purchase. A local handyman or general contractor can help build a prefab shed for you. However, if you’re looking for a custom shed, contacting a shed builder near you is the best option. Make sure you get quotes from 3 pros to decide on the best pro for your job.
Labor plays a significant role in the installation of butcher block countertops. Depending on who you hire, your location, the customization level of the project, and whether the wood is already finished, you may pay a professional between $10 and $150 per square foot to install a butcher block countertop. On average, expect the per-hour price to run between $60 and $100.
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.
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.
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