Hello, my name is John. I'm a longtime builder with a passion for fixing things and a complete commitment to quality. Whether you'd like to change a lightbulb or completely remodel a kitchen, I'd love to help you out.
"Was very happy to hire John for 100â cedar fence project. Showed up on time, worked a long day, made great progress in short time, and was easy to get along with. Polite and respectful too"
Eric M on September 2024
Hello, my name is John. I'm a longtime builder with a passion for fixing things and a complete commitment to quality. Whether you'd like to change a lightbulb or completely remodel a kitchen, I'd love to help you out.
"Was very happy to hire John for 100â cedar fence project. Showed up on time, worked a long day, made great progress in short time, and was easy to get along with. Polite and respectful too"
With over 20 years experience in the Remodeling industry, Gilmax General Contractors is your industry expert in Somerset county and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!
With over 20 years experience in the Remodeling industry, Gilmax General Contractors is your industry expert in Somerset county and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!
Elevate your outdoor experience with Resonant Landscapes, the premier choice for luxury landscape design and construction for properties of distinction in Mid-Coast and Southern Maine. Specializing in the artful integration of natural stone and Japanese design principles, our experienced and creative team crafts distinguished landscapes that embody balance, tranquility, and timeless sophistication. From bespoke hardscape installations—elegant patios, sculpted pathways, and artisan stone features—to curated plantings that accentuate every season, we unite creativity with precision to achieve enduring beauty and exclusivity. Each project is a unique expression shaped by an unwavering commitment to craftsmanship and harmonious design, transforming ordinary spaces into serene retreats of unrivaled character and beauty that truly resonate with our clients.
"We all want to live in Maine to be able to enjoy the serenity and beauty. Resonant Landscapes knows how to capture those valuable aspects for the home owner. With my property, they kept the best of what was established and made it so much better. There is now a minimum of maintenance with all the natural beauty being exposed. The knowledgeable team is very easy to work with, always answer questions and keep to to a schedule. I have had gardeners in Maine for over thirty years; and these guys are absolutely the best."
Virginia M on October 2025
Elevate your outdoor experience with Resonant Landscapes, the premier choice for luxury landscape design and construction for properties of distinction in Mid-Coast and Southern Maine. Specializing in the artful integration of natural stone and Japanese design principles, our experienced and creative team crafts distinguished landscapes that embody balance, tranquility, and timeless sophistication. From bespoke hardscape installations—elegant patios, sculpted pathways, and artisan stone features—to curated plantings that accentuate every season, we unite creativity with precision to achieve enduring beauty and exclusivity. Each project is a unique expression shaped by an unwavering commitment to craftsmanship and harmonious design, transforming ordinary spaces into serene retreats of unrivaled character and beauty that truly resonate with our clients.
"We all want to live in Maine to be able to enjoy the serenity and beauty. Resonant Landscapes knows how to capture those valuable aspects for the home owner. With my property, they kept the best of what was established and made it so much better. There is now a minimum of maintenance with all the natural beauty being exposed. The knowledgeable team is very easy to work with, always answer questions and keep to to a schedule. I have had gardeners in Maine for over thirty years; and these guys are absolutely the best."
Committed to Professionalism. This phrase encapsulates the core philosophy of our company, PIC Home Pros. Founded on principles of compassion and dedication, we strive to deliver top-notch workmanship and ensure a positive customer experience. At PIC, we offer dependable home services driven by a relentless pursuit of customer satisfaction. Our goal is to not only meet but exceed our customers' expectations, leaving them delighted with the results and eager to return to us for future projects. We take pride in providing quality products and affordable bathroom remodeling services to our valued clients. With a team boasting over 50 years of combined experience, we bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every project we undertake. Trust PIC to deliver excellence in every aspect of your home improvement needs.
"I signed a contract on the first week of June to have PIC Home ?Pros? remodel 3 bathrooms. They stayed for a week in the middle of September, and stopped coming, leaving a vanity in one bathroom, and a shower door in another bathroom completely uninstalled. On the last day here, I was told shower door still has not been manufactured yet, but would take a couple of weeks. They told me that it would cost $150 to have them come back to finish installation, even though contract was for them to complete the work. They ignored my emails to them, so after waiting for 3 weeks and receiving response to my email, I called them, and was told that the shower door is not ready, and even though it?s been 4 months since it was supposed to be ordered, there is still no ETA. I asked that they come back to install the vanity, since we still have no sink in one bathroom. I was told that would cost another $650 to come back and install it. They will work until they are paid in full, then abandon you. "
Mark G on October 2025
Committed to Professionalism. This phrase encapsulates the core philosophy of our company, PIC Home Pros. Founded on principles of compassion and dedication, we strive to deliver top-notch workmanship and ensure a positive customer experience. At PIC, we offer dependable home services driven by a relentless pursuit of customer satisfaction. Our goal is to not only meet but exceed our customers' expectations, leaving them delighted with the results and eager to return to us for future projects. We take pride in providing quality products and affordable bathroom remodeling services to our valued clients. With a team boasting over 50 years of combined experience, we bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every project we undertake. Trust PIC to deliver excellence in every aspect of your home improvement needs.
"I signed a contract on the first week of June to have PIC Home ?Pros? remodel 3 bathrooms. They stayed for a week in the middle of September, and stopped coming, leaving a vanity in one bathroom, and a shower door in another bathroom completely uninstalled. On the last day here, I was told shower door still has not been manufactured yet, but would take a couple of weeks. They told me that it would cost $150 to have them come back to finish installation, even though contract was for them to complete the work. They ignored my emails to them, so after waiting for 3 weeks and receiving response to my email, I called them, and was told that the shower door is not ready, and even though it?s been 4 months since it was supposed to be ordered, there is still no ETA. I asked that they come back to install the vanity, since we still have no sink in one bathroom. I was told that would cost another $650 to come back and install it. They will work until they are paid in full, then abandon you. "
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."
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 the start to the 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. $100.00 Service Fee.
"Guys were professional and knew their stuff. Arrived on time,too. Solved my issue in 15 minutes. 'Was completely unprepared for the over $500 bill! My regular electrician was too busy but this was a fire hazard which demanded immediate attention. Wouldn't book with Baker's company again just because of outrageous price."
Cheryl L on July 2025
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 the start to the 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. $100.00 Service Fee.
"Guys were professional and knew their stuff. Arrived on time,too. Solved my issue in 15 minutes. 'Was completely unprepared for the over $500 bill! My regular electrician was too busy but this was a fire hazard which demanded immediate attention. Wouldn't book with Baker's company again just because of outrageous price."
Good work guarantee. I love making our customer's happy
"I was very impressed working with this company. Communication was superb right off the bat. We went over the job in detail, and it was completed perfectly. The company is very professional and pays attention to every detail. The price was good too! They also cleaned the area thoroughly and my property looks exquisite. Hire this company with confidence. Thank you!"
John C on October 2025
Good work guarantee. I love making our customer's happy
"I was very impressed working with this company. Communication was superb right off the bat. We went over the job in detail, and it was completed perfectly. The company is very professional and pays attention to every detail. The price was good too! They also cleaned the area thoroughly and my property looks exquisite. Hire this company with confidence. Thank you!"
General contracting - including but not limited to; renovations, siding, decking, roofing, kitchens, bathrooms, flooring installation, window installation, insulation, demo & demo removal, etc. Ground work & excavation work also available.
"We had a great experience working with Wes from Boynton Builders LLC! We had a pretty extensive basement remodel / conversion to living space project that we needed help on, and we are extremely happy all aspects of this project using Boynton Builders LLC. Wes responded quickly to a voice message I left, was able to quickly schedule a time to visit to discuss our intended Scope of Work (which also involved another project re-enforcing a carrying beam and support post in our detached garage) after which he quickly provided detailed quote that fortunately fell with our budget. We agreed to move forward, and Wes went to the Town Office for us and took care of the Building Permit and were able to start our project within a couple of weeks and the work proceeded at a good clip with every stage discussed being performed in the order identified from the onset. As the project progressed, we added an additional phase to the scope of work (Install Flooring and a new double door) and he quickly estimated the additional cost got the next phase into his schedule about a week after the completion of the first / original project. Throughout the whole project Wes was pleasant, professional, motivated and productive and open to any requests for change as the space began to be completed and new ideas came into play as we were better able to visualize the final result. Wes completed all of the work on time and within the budget/ and additional scope estimates. We already have the next project planned and will be using Boynton Builders LLC again. Any friends that have seen the completed project state that it is "an incredible transformation" and we are proud to welcome friends into a space that was once an embarrassment. I would also like to mention that I originally reached out and left the same voicemail (one right after the other) for three different contractors and Wes was the only callback received, and that was within a couple hours."
David M on April 2025
General contracting - including but not limited to; renovations, siding, decking, roofing, kitchens, bathrooms, flooring installation, window installation, insulation, demo & demo removal, etc. Ground work & excavation work also available.
"We had a great experience working with Wes from Boynton Builders LLC! We had a pretty extensive basement remodel / conversion to living space project that we needed help on, and we are extremely happy all aspects of this project using Boynton Builders LLC. Wes responded quickly to a voice message I left, was able to quickly schedule a time to visit to discuss our intended Scope of Work (which also involved another project re-enforcing a carrying beam and support post in our detached garage) after which he quickly provided detailed quote that fortunately fell with our budget. We agreed to move forward, and Wes went to the Town Office for us and took care of the Building Permit and were able to start our project within a couple of weeks and the work proceeded at a good clip with every stage discussed being performed in the order identified from the onset. As the project progressed, we added an additional phase to the scope of work (Install Flooring and a new double door) and he quickly estimated the additional cost got the next phase into his schedule about a week after the completion of the first / original project. Throughout the whole project Wes was pleasant, professional, motivated and productive and open to any requests for change as the space began to be completed and new ideas came into play as we were better able to visualize the final result. Wes completed all of the work on time and within the budget/ and additional scope estimates. We already have the next project planned and will be using Boynton Builders LLC again. Any friends that have seen the completed project state that it is "an incredible transformation" and we are proud to welcome friends into a space that was once an embarrassment. I would also like to mention that I originally reached out and left the same voicemail (one right after the other) for three different contractors and Wes was the only callback received, and that was within a couple hours."
Bellevue Construction Company delivers a superior finished product. We specialize in all areas of construction. We aim to serve all of our customers with a wonderful experience. Our motto is quality over quantity. Our company has been owned and operating for 7+ years! Give us a call or click to request a free quote today. Feel free to text or call this #7816706394
"The workers that came (Lenny and the guys) were great. Knowledgeable, professional and very friendly. They remodeled the entire kitchen in a 70 year old home and made it look beautiful and functional. They were here when they said and cleaned up each day when they were done. Took only 4 days start to finish. I would highly recommend this company for you remodeling needs"
Mindie G on October 2025
Bellevue Construction Company delivers a superior finished product. We specialize in all areas of construction. We aim to serve all of our customers with a wonderful experience. Our motto is quality over quantity. Our company has been owned and operating for 7+ years! Give us a call or click to request a free quote today. Feel free to text or call this #7816706394
"The workers that came (Lenny and the guys) were great. Knowledgeable, professional and very friendly. They remodeled the entire kitchen in a 70 year old home and made it look beautiful and functional. They were here when they said and cleaned up each day when they were done. Took only 4 days start to finish. I would highly recommend this company for you remodeling needs"
We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Building Solutions did an outstanding job. All work renovating the entire first floor of my house after flooding was done very professionally, with high quality materials and workmanship. The worked daylong and finished the project in a very reasonable time. I highly recommend their service."
Petko P on June 2023
We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Building Solutions did an outstanding job. All work renovating the entire first floor of my house after flooding was done very professionally, with high quality materials and workmanship. The worked daylong and finished the project in a very reasonable time. I highly recommend their service."
Petko P on June 2023
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Marble and Granite questions, answered by experts
Yes, your shower pan goes underneath your tiling and helps prevent excess water from seeping into the floor. Without the shower pan under your tile, water will seep through the grout and into the flooring. This will eventually lead to mold growth and serious water damage that could cost thousands of dollars to fix.
Quartz is more durable than granite, so it should last longer. However, it does have one weakness: It can be damaged by extreme heat, so exercise caution with cooking pans. Granite is durable, but it’s also porous, which invites stains when liquids are left sitting on a countertop. With this in mind, clean up spills promptly and reseal the countertops every year. Beyond that, granite can be damaged by a high-impact blow.
Cutting stone comes with a number of safety hazards. First and foremost, if you’re not comfortable with the equipment required to cut stone, including blades and grinders, you could easily injure yourself. The heavy machinery also poses a risk to your ears if you don’t wear proper ear protection; similarly, you need to wear eye protection to keep debris from irritating your eyes.
However, the biggest risk from cutting stone comes from the stone dust. When breathed in, stone dust can be a huge hazard to your lungs. Always wear a face mask when cutting stone to prevent inhaling stone dust, and thoroughly clean the work area when you are finished.
To avoid injury, we recommend hiring a stone-cutting professional, rather than attempting this job yourself.
The backsplash will take up a fair amount of your kitchen wall, so it's important to consider your cabinet colors, countertop materials, and kitchen paint colors. White marble backsplashes can open up a space and reflect light, but keep in mind that each piece of marble is unique, so you may not get consistency throughout the room.
Bathrooms are naturally moisture-rich environments, so choose a durable, water-resistant tile for your tub surround. Porcelain and ceramic are two popular options that are also quite affordable. Glass is another good option that’s also low-maintenance—you just need a glass cleaner like you would use on the bathroom mirror. Natural stone tile is porous, but it’s still a viable option if you choose it in a glazed version.
The Thorndike, ME homeowners’ guide to marble and granite services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
If you are investing in new kitchen counters, you may wonder if quartz countertops are heat resistant. This guide explains how much heat quartz countertops can take and how to protect them.
Slate tile offers an upscale, durable flooring option. Our guide explores the pros and cons of slate tile flooring so you can decide if it’s right for you.
