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Sean Gleason Home Improvements
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Install+5 more

Serving Stetson, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

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Credit card accepted

"Sean has done the following for me: Painted my interior walls Replaced the foundation under the add on room in my house Remodeled my bathroom Repaired a ceiling leak Transitioned my woodburning fireplace to gas Rebuilt my front porch He does amazing work and is always reliable with reasonable rates. I could not recommend him more!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Kit Clark Furniture
5.0(
2
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Stetson, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

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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

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Cotes Custom Woodwork
New to Angi
Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomCustom Cabinets - Build

Serving Stetson, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

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Cotes Custom Woodwork is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 39 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with.

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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

It is common for a contractor to ask for a down payment before starting a project, especially for jobs that require purchasing materials and equipment or hiring a crew. The deposit amount can range from 10% to 50% of the total job cost. While a request for up to 50% is not unusual, a contractor should not ask for more than that, and you should never pay for a project in full before the work has begun. To protect yourself, always discuss payment terms before starting and have a written contract that outlines the project timeline and expectations. Additionally, be sure to hire reputable contractors and check their licensing and insurance before the project begins.

No, beams are the primary load-bearers for flooring or roofing systems, and they distribute the weight of the structure to your foundational supports, while joists bear far less weight and distribute their loads to the beams. Beams are usually thicker and longer, and they have support posts or foundation walls beneath them for support.

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.

Floor joists provide support and stability to the flooring installed above them, whether it be hardwood, tile, or carpet. They’re essentially horizontal beams that hold up the subfloor and everything that lies on top of it. Floor joists also help evenly distribute weight across their structure so that it’s shared between walls, beams, and your foundation.

Board and batten is a type of wainscotting that uses wider boards that are placed vertically, and it has a much more rustic aesthetic than wainscotting. Common wainscotting styles are raised-panel, flat-panel, and beadboard. Wainscotting is more intricate and will typically use more elegant, subtle trims compared to the more farmhouse-inspired boards of board and batten styles.

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