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Abraham Z. Cates Finish Carpenter
4.9(
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Garage - Build

Serving Union, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Quality work. Efficient. Showed up on time. Professional attitude. Took care of the clean up! I am very satisfied with the way my home looks now!!"
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel

+21

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Clarke Builders
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Union, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Zac is a hard worker who listens to his customers needs and crafts a plan that gets the job done. His work is both beautiful and serves the purpose needed. He is by far the best worker I have had to do jobs at my house. He is honest, trustworthy and professional. Highly recommend!!"
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Deck before
Deck After
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Kitchen Before

+7

Response time3 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Sentri Homes
2.9(
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Find a Custom Home Builder

Serving Union, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sentri Homes provided the most professional flooring service I’ve ever had. The LVP installation turned out absolutely beautiful, and I was amazed at how quickly everything was completed without sacrificing quality. The crew was fast, accurate, and extremely detail-oriented from start to finish. Everything was installed cleanly, precisely, and with real craftsmanship. The entire process was smooth, efficient, and far beyond what I expected. I would absolutely recommend Sentri Homes to anyone needing flooring installed."
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Broad Arrow Builders
3.5(
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Find a Custom Home BuilderGarage - Build

Serving Union, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It took a long time to do but that was the weather. Quality work, pleasant owner and all the workers. Responsive to any questions and changes. We are very pleased with our new dormer. Weâ  ve made it through this winter with out any problems."
Response time5 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Broad Cove Builders
New to Angi
Garage - Build

Serving Union, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

If you are looking for the most reliable, trustworthy, and reputable general contractor servicing the greater Knox and surrounding counties, you have found the right guy. I can do anything from a major home addition, to any exterior finished carpentry, to a brand new home build from the ground up. I have been in business over 35 years and clearly take pride in what I do, therefore I do it well. Call today for a free estimate!

Response time2 days
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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

It is recommended that you check with your local building official on barn building requirements and rules, since size restrictions vary greatly from region to region based on what your property is zoned for. Some cities limit barn construction depending on if your property is residential or commercial. The three main factors your building commission will evaluate are:

  • Height and lot coverage: How tall your barn is and how much of your total property it occupies

  • Setback: Distance between barn and property line

  • Easement: Legal right for another owner to access another’s property

Whether pole barn posts should be set in concrete depends on the soil surrounding your home. If your soil is compact and digging conditions are agreeable, then setting pole barn posts in concrete is an ideal option.

Your chicken coop needs to be off the ground to protect your chickens and avoid problems brought on by flooding, mud, and moisture. If you can't locate a high area to build the coop, you should build an elevated coop to ensure it stays dry. 

Skid foundations, deck block foundations, and concrete block foundations are the most affordable shed foundation options. Of these, we recommend deck blocks. Deck blocks are easy to install and level, and they raise your shed up off the ground to prevent rotting from exposure to water and moisture. Keep in mind that deck blocks won’t resist soil movement or frost heave, so they’re not ideal in areas with expansive soil or a deep frost line.

This answer varies based on where you are, but most states require that all homes are greater than 320 square feet. Remember that four walls are not the only requirements—windows, closet space, minimal ceiling heights, and indoor air quality are also factors. Each state and municipality differs, though, and as some don’t consider tiny homes permanent shelters, you’ll need to check to ensure you aren’t violating any local or state laws with your build.

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