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Archadeck of Central Maine

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Archadeck of Central Maine

4.56(
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Customers say: Quick response
49 local quotes requested
6 years of experience

Thank you for visiting Archadeck of Central Maine, the leading outdoor living space builder in the Bangor, Augusta, and Waterville areas. We're known for creating additions that seamlessly work into the existing design of your property, building new structures that looks as if they were always part of our clients' homes. We're proud to say we don't offer a catalog full of ready-made decks, patios, pergolas, outdoor kitchens, and more, nor do we charge by the square foot. Every design is one-of-a-kind and custom made for our clients.

"I highly recommend Archadeck of Central Maine. The carpenter, Garret, except for a few hours on the first carpentry day and the entire last day, worked on this by himself. He did a phenomenal job! On the last day he was joined by Preston and he did a great job as well. This project had some unique elements. First, was the slope of the ground. Second, was the design. The lower deck was designed to hold a hot tub (not shown here) to be accessed from the upper deck in the area between the two railings. One whole side of the upper deck remained without a railing as I wanted deck access to be at any point along the footpath. It'll be my task to backfill the gap between the deck surface and the footpath. Total number of days worked on this project was six (6). TJ and Jessi are easy to work with and the cost was very reasonable. We are THRILLED with the results!!"

David E on December 2024

Thank you for visiting Archadeck of Central Maine, the leading outdoor living space builder in the Bangor, Augusta, and Waterville areas. We're known for creating additions that seamlessly work into the existing design of your property, building new structures that looks as if they were always part of our clients' homes. We're proud to say we don't offer a catalog full of ready-made decks, patios, pergolas, outdoor kitchens, and more, nor do we charge by the square foot. Every design is one-of-a-kind and custom made for our clients.

"I highly recommend Archadeck of Central Maine. The carpenter, Garret, except for a few hours on the first carpentry day and the entire last day, worked on this by himself. He did a phenomenal job! On the last day he was joined by Preston and he did a great job as well. This project had some unique elements. First, was the slope of the ground. Second, was the design. The lower deck was designed to hold a hot tub (not shown here) to be accessed from the upper deck in the area between the two railings. One whole side of the upper deck remained without a railing as I wanted deck access to be at any point along the footpath. It'll be my task to backfill the gap between the deck surface and the footpath. Total number of days worked on this project was six (6). TJ and Jessi are easy to work with and the cost was very reasonable. We are THRILLED with the results!!"

David E on December 2024


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Kaes Home Remodel & Contract Company

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Kaes Home Remodel & Contract Company

5.00(
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78 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Jamin and his crew of three hard working conscientious guys replaced about 20 feet of rotten sill on my 100 year old colonial house. A tough, nasty project, they got it done ahead of schedule and at a fair price. There were no communication to be concerned with and the politeness of the whole crew was exemplary. I am very pleased with the whole project and process. I highly recommend Kaes home remodel and contract company."

Phil O on July 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Jamin and his crew of three hard working conscientious guys replaced about 20 feet of rotten sill on my 100 year old colonial house. A tough, nasty project, they got it done ahead of schedule and at a fair price. There were no communication to be concerned with and the politeness of the whole crew was exemplary. I am very pleased with the whole project and process. I highly recommend Kaes home remodel and contract company."

Phil O on July 2025


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Wights Custom Carpentry

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Wights Custom Carpentry

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9 years of experience

Fully Insured builder with experience in tiling, remodeling, siding, new construction decks or re-habs of existing, interior or exterior projects of any size. Servicing in or around Mount Desert Island.

Fully Insured builder with experience in tiling, remodeling, siding, new construction decks or re-habs of existing, interior or exterior projects of any size. Servicing in or around Mount Desert Island.


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Casella brothers Construction

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Casella brothers Construction

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20 years of experience

Strong math background; Geometry, calculus, physics, was accepted to The University at Twin Cities Minneapolis/ St. Paul for astrophysics, fell through the the financial cracks. In retrospect, couldn't imagine sitting behind a desk 10 hours a day. Building is all numbers, be it cutting a board or utilizing the cut off to save the customer cost of time and material. "guestimating" costs the customer, I don't believe in that New construction; smaller homes, additions, decks, porches, garages/out buildings. renovations; complete remodels: roofing, siding, flooring, kitchens, bath.

Strong math background; Geometry, calculus, physics, was accepted to The University at Twin Cities Minneapolis/ St. Paul for astrophysics, fell through the the financial cracks. In retrospect, couldn't imagine sitting behind a desk 10 hours a day. Building is all numbers, be it cutting a board or utilizing the cut off to save the customer cost of time and material. "guestimating" costs the customer, I don't believe in that New construction; smaller homes, additions, decks, porches, garages/out buildings. renovations; complete remodels: roofing, siding, flooring, kitchens, bath.


Rmk property services

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Rmk property services

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Emergency services offered

We are a small company specializing in remodels, roofing, flooring, siding, windows and doors, decks and much more. We have a small crew of 3 guys that like to see your space redesigned with a fresh look.

We are a small company specializing in remodels, roofing, flooring, siding, windows and doors, decks and much more. We have a small crew of 3 guys that like to see your space redesigned with a fresh look.


Katahdin Valley Construction

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Katahdin Valley Construction

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Katahdin Valley Construction is a full service contractor. We specialize in new construction along with interior and exterior remodels. Katahdin Valley Construction is a family owned and operated business and we take pride in being just that. As the owner of the company I make a point to be present on every job to ensure the highest quality of craftsmanship and communication throughout your project. When you hire us you get a company that truly cares about your visions and turning your dreams into a reality. If you are planning your new dream home or giving your existing home a touch of new life Katahdin Valley construction is up to the task and is the right crew for you !

Katahdin Valley Construction is a full service contractor. We specialize in new construction along with interior and exterior remodels. Katahdin Valley Construction is a family owned and operated business and we take pride in being just that. As the owner of the company I make a point to be present on every job to ensure the highest quality of craftsmanship and communication throughout your project. When you hire us you get a company that truly cares about your visions and turning your dreams into a reality. If you are planning your new dream home or giving your existing home a touch of new life Katahdin Valley construction is up to the task and is the right crew for you !


Englands Home Renovations

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Englands Home Renovations

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Hi there, we here at Englands Home Renovations provide professional solutions, repairs and remodels of entire homes. Everything from insulation, electrical, plumbing, window and door replacements all the way to painting and flooring. Please let us know if there is anything you need, we can do it

Hi there, we here at Englands Home Renovations provide professional solutions, repairs and remodels of entire homes. Everything from insulation, electrical, plumbing, window and door replacements all the way to painting and flooring. Please let us know if there is anything you need, we can do it



P&M Contracting 207

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P&M Contracting 207

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Were a small town company that has a big time attention to detail. If your looking for a cree that can get your home remodeling or improvement projects done in a timely manner and affordable rate, then were your team.

"It went horrible. The guy ended up running off with my money and stole my personal property as well."

Shawn C on August 2021

Were a small town company that has a big time attention to detail. If your looking for a cree that can get your home remodeling or improvement projects done in a timely manner and affordable rate, then were your team.

"It went horrible. The guy ended up running off with my money and stole my personal property as well."

Shawn C on August 2021


Precision Builders

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Precision Builders

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From frame to finish. Precison Builders has 20 years of experience in all aspects of carpentry. Specializing in roofing and flooring.

From frame to finish. Precison Builders has 20 years of experience in all aspects of carpentry. Specializing in roofing and flooring.

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Decks and Porches questions, answered by experts

Building codes typically require handrails if your porch is 30” or more off the ground. However, it's important to check your local regulations and building codes to make sure, as this can differ depending on your location. When in doubt, check with a local porch handrail pro, who will know the local codes and be able to get permits if any are required.

While porches and decks are similar in some ways, the two structures aren’t exactly the same by definition. A porch is a covered structure that’s usually attached to the front of a home. On the other hand, a deck is an open structure without a roof that’s often attached to the side or back of a home.

There are several methods for attaching stair stringers to a deck. The best way is to bolt the stringers to the deck joists using three carriage bolts in a triangular pattern. This method offers the sturdiest fit for stairs that won’t budge. Alternatively, attach the stringers to the deck rims using lag bolts or to the posts using adjustable slope hangers.

Yes, if you have an existing deck, an under-deck draining system can be added by retrofitting the system to your existing structure. To ensure a properly installed drainage system, it’s best to consult a pro for this task. A pro will first inspect your deck and make any repairs before installing the drainage system.

If you used regular jointing sand, you can typically walk on the repaired area right away. If you used polymeric sand, wait at least 24 hours before walking on it and 48 to 72 hours before driving over it, depending on the weather. Polymeric sand needs time to fully cure and lock the pavers in place.

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