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Clarke Builders

55 Woods Road
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Clarke Builders

55 Woods Road
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4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 10years of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"Very good to work with even at a very long distance."

Jane L on October 2022

With over 10years of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"Very good to work with even at a very long distance."

Jane L on October 2022


Kay Construction & Painting

196 Limerock Street
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Kay Construction & Painting

196 Limerock Street
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21 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Kay 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.

Kay 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.


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G.A. Doughty Construction

178 Augusta Rd
3.77(
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G.A. Doughty Construction

178 Augusta Rd
3.77(
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76 local quotes requested
22 years of experience

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.

"We had a great experience working with G.A. Doughty Construction. From the start, their team was communicative, responsive, and collaborative—making sure we were involved and informed at every step. They helped us navigate and recover from a difficult prior experience, stepping in with professionalism and integrity to get the work done right. Their commitment to quality and transparency gave us real peace of mind, and we’re grateful for their expertise and support throughout the project."

Jared A on June 2025

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.

"We had a great experience working with G.A. Doughty Construction. From the start, their team was communicative, responsive, and collaborative—making sure we were involved and informed at every step. They helped us navigate and recover from a difficult prior experience, stepping in with professionalism and integrity to get the work done right. Their commitment to quality and transparency gave us real peace of mind, and we’re grateful for their expertise and support throughout the project."

Jared A on June 2025


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Coastline Construction

49 Sears Port
5.00(
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Coastline Construction

49 Sears Port
5.00(
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19 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

Coastline Construction is a locally owned and operated company that emphasizes honesty and integrity, ensuring your home receives the same level of care as our own. Our services are customized to address the unique requirements of each project, with a keen emphasis on detail and quality. We specialize in the installation and repair of fencing. Coastline Construction is committed to achieving outstanding results and building enduring relationships through our dedication to quality service. For inquiries, please contact us at 207-322-9849 or [email protected]

"Let me first start off by saying Jon and his team at Coastline Construction are top tier. I put an inquiry into Angi's list and Jon showed up the next day, talked to me about specifics and gave me a timeline I could expect, his quote was very reasonable (lower than others as well) and he stayed within budget. My roofing work came out fantastic and I would recommend this crew to anyone looking to have work done on their homes or businesses. Thanks Jon!"

Ben Y on February 2025

Coastline Construction is a locally owned and operated company that emphasizes honesty and integrity, ensuring your home receives the same level of care as our own. Our services are customized to address the unique requirements of each project, with a keen emphasis on detail and quality. We specialize in the installation and repair of fencing. Coastline Construction is committed to achieving outstanding results and building enduring relationships through our dedication to quality service. For inquiries, please contact us at 207-322-9849 or [email protected]

"Let me first start off by saying Jon and his team at Coastline Construction are top tier. I put an inquiry into Angi's list and Jon showed up the next day, talked to me about specifics and gave me a timeline I could expect, his quote was very reasonable (lower than others as well) and he stayed within budget. My roofing work came out fantastic and I would recommend this crew to anyone looking to have work done on their homes or businesses. Thanks Jon!"

Ben Y on February 2025


Bradford Home Services

145 S. Main St
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Bradford Home Services

145 S. Main St
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1 years of experience

Bradford Home Services is your personal maintenance company for your home, condo, rental property, or seasonal property! Born from our sister company Bradford Construction Management, you can trust your home is being reviewed by seasoned home builders! We have over 70 years of experience in the residential construction market, building high end homes, from design to finish. Take advantage of our bi-annual assessments for only $25/Month! We will review your whole home Exterior, Interior, plumbing, electrical, heating etc! we will then send you a detailed report with pictures, videos, and recommendation on fixes! But it doesn't stop there, we can price and repair any aspect of your home!

Bradford Home Services is your personal maintenance company for your home, condo, rental property, or seasonal property! Born from our sister company Bradford Construction Management, you can trust your home is being reviewed by seasoned home builders! We have over 70 years of experience in the residential construction market, building high end homes, from design to finish. Take advantage of our bi-annual assessments for only $25/Month! We will review your whole home Exterior, Interior, plumbing, electrical, heating etc! we will then send you a detailed report with pictures, videos, and recommendation on fixes! But it doesn't stop there, we can price and repair any aspect of your home!



Ed Lilley Construction

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Ed Lilley Construction

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Log home repair, chinking, finish work, trim, flooring, fine woodwork, fine home remodeling, doors, windows cabinetry. Ultra fine woodwork 35 years experienced Master carpenter.

Log home repair, chinking, finish work, trim, flooring, fine woodwork, fine home remodeling, doors, windows cabinetry. Ultra fine woodwork 35 years experienced Master carpenter.


Jrs Carpentry

219 Westbrook Street
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Jrs Carpentry

219 Westbrook Street
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22 years of experience

Hello my name is Michael, I have been working with my hands as a carpenter slash handyman for over twenty years. I am very meticulous and take pride in my work. I am fully insured with a helper. My rates are fair, I am very honest and will work with you on your projects. Please reach out and let me know what you need help with.

Hello my name is Michael, I have been working with my hands as a carpenter slash handyman for over twenty years. I am very meticulous and take pride in my work. I am fully insured with a helper. My rates are fair, I am very honest and will work with you on your projects. Please reach out and let me know what you need help with.



Tight Iron Independent Contractors

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Tight Iron Independent Contractors

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Howdy, Small independent contractor in the central maine area, can travel to coastal and southern maine. We have 7 years experience in painting, drywall repair, flooring, and much more. We pride ourselves on doing things right the first time. No job too big or small.

Howdy, Small independent contractor in the central maine area, can travel to coastal and southern maine. We have 7 years experience in painting, drywall repair, flooring, and much more. We pride ourselves on doing things right the first time. No job too big or small.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

Yes, professional installations include reinforced corner posts to ensure durability.

Metal stud framing parts include the studs themselves, upper and lower tracks that act as top and bottom wall plates, various angle fasteners and clips, screws for fastening pieces togeher, metal straps, c-channel supports, and thicker steel supporting structures. Roof framing metal components include pre-fabricated trusses, heavy-gauge stud pieces, and various plates and fasteners.

While framing a basement is not as difficult as finishing a basement, it's something you should typically leave to the pros. That’s because if something is installed correctly, it will affect your entire basement. However, you can take care of some of the smaller tasks, like filling holes or putting up some insulation.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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