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Avatar for Edes Helping Hands
Edes Helping Hands
4.1(
18
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Searsport, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Hired a new laminate floor put down in second bedroom. Had him paint kitchen walls and wood work, lot of patching done to walls before he could paint them, also had laundry room painted. Had him install new butcher block counter top in kitchen."
Edes Helping Hands
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Clarke Builders
4.8(
7
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+6 more

Serving Searsport, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The new deck is perfect. They showed up on time each day and worked the entire time they were here. They even noticed a few issues from the previous contractor and brought them to my attention. Clarke Builders pays close attention to what theyâ re doing. Great, quick work. I couldnâ t be happier. I would hire again, anytime."
Deck before
Deck before
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Kitchen Before

+7

Response time3 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Sawtooth Services, LLC
4.6(
9
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Searsport, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Hired these guys to build a long half wall built out onto a concrete floor in order to mount some electrical equipment. Zack was very knowledgeable, and gave me a couple options for what I wanted to achieve. He also helped me build the wall in such a way that allowed easy access for the electricians coming in behind him, which helped save time and cost later down the line. Quote was very reasonable, and the install was done quickly and efficiently, with a high level of attention to detail. I was very satisfied and have recommended them to others who ended up having a similar experience. High level of professionalism and very respectful, honest folks. look forward to having them involved in my next big project."
Response time1 day
Response rate94%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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WFA Woodwork
4.5(
10
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Deck or Porch - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For Business+4 more

Serving Searsport, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The lead carpenter, Wade Ambrose, supervised the other carpenters in a kind and professional manner. The crew arrived when he said they would arrive and worked on the project steadily through completion. I am very pleased with the work they completed (stripping off clapboards, repairing the damaged area, and putting up new siding). The wages were reasonable and the worksite was clean after every work day and on completion."
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Bright Barn Doors

+7

Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J&M Exteriors
5.0(
3
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For Business

Serving Searsport, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"J & M Exteriors provided us with professional and efficient service. They were respectful of our specific requirements for the work being done. They were also respectful of our time and communicated well about dates and timelines. The repairs to our fence look better than the original installation. J & M put in extra effort and details so that our fence is extra sturdy and we expect that it will survive any massive windstoms in the future. A great experience with masters of fence installation. We plan to use them again for future projects."
6' Black Chain Link
6' Vinyl Privacy
3 Rail Aluminum
3 Rail Aluminum
Cedar Privacy

+6

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kit Clark Furniture
5.0(
2
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Searsport, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kit built and installed a Murphy bed. The bed cabinet is beautiful. It functions easily. Kit was a pleasure to work with. He keep my budget in mind and worked to make me what I needed in a way I could afford."
Custom horizontal murphy bed
Custom Horizontal Murphy Bed
Custom Bed
Dining Set
Rocker

+23

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

Building a barndominium means converting a barn into a house. Barndominiums are becoming popular as spacious and stylish alternatives to typical housing structures. Old barns that become houses traditionally consist of wooden construction. However, newer structures, such as pole barns, often contain metal exteriors and roofs. Converting a metal outbuilding into a house presents an excellent opportunity to create a barndominium from metal.

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

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