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Minks General Contracting
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Carpentry Framing - RepairCarpentry Framing - InstallCloset - Build+2 more

Serving Solon, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Carl's Handyman Service proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

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Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
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NGF Construction
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Solon, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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.

Deck rebuild
Deck rebuild
Deck rebuild
Rustic wooden ship lap
Rustic wooden ship lap

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Kit Clark Furniture
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Solon, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

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. \n\nFeel free to e-mail me with questions, ideas, or photos of your living space. \n\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.\n\nFully insured through MMG Insurance.\n\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!\n\nI look forward to working with you,\nKit Clark.\n\n

Custom horizontal murphy bed
Custom Horizontal Murphy Bed
Custom Bed
Dining Set
Rocker

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Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Granite Coast Builders
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Carpentry Framing - InstallArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For Business+8 more

Serving Solon, ME and surrounding areas

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Custom carpentry in midcoast Maine \nCall (207)408-8504 for contact.

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Up N' Adam Handy Man Services
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+3 more

Serving Solon, ME and surrounding areas

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Started in 2025, Up N' Adam Handyman Services brings more than 15 years of real-world carpentry experience to homes in our community. As a sole proprietor, Adam works directly with you—no middlemen, no shortcuts—just skilled workmanship, dependable service, and results you can trust for projects big or small.

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Arkansas Wood Doors
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Closet - BuildCustom Cabinets - Build

Serving Solon, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We specialize in providing our customers everything they need to update, repair, rejuvenate or give their Kitchen, Bathroom or Laundry Room Cabinets a customized new look. We manufacture cabinet doors, drawer fronts, drawer boxes, roll-outs, refacing materials along with complete cabinet boxes all available with or without finish to complete any of your Do It Yourself projects. We also offer a custom closet system to upgrade those cluttered and space wasting closets. All of our components are supplied to you Ready To Assemble and are designed for ease of assembly as well as durability. Please visit our website for our complete line of doors, cabinets, and other components to start designing your dream project today.

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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

No, you do not usually tip a carpenter for their work. However, if you’ve been very happy with the level of service and quality of work, a 10% to 20% tip would likely be accepted with thanks. If you’re not sure, it can help to discuss the carpenter’s policy or preference for tipping before beginning the project.

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

While the Arts and Crafts movement inspired many architectural elements, the primary styles from the time include Craftsman, Tudor Revivals, bungalows, and Mission homes. You'll see elements of these styles in homes, churches, museums, and schools—particularly Country Day schools from the era.

There are two ways you can cut trim for doorways: with a miter saw or a table saw. Mitered joints need a 45-degree angle. If you’re unfamiliar with a miter saw, you might want to consider buying extra trim pieces or choosing butted joints instead. One wrong cut, and you’ll need to power up the saw again with a new piece. 

Butted joints—also called shaker style—don’t need a 45-degree angle. Instead, your side pieces attach perpendicularly to the header trim and only require a straight cut.

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.

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