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Magic Frog Carpentry & Woodworks
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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Wells, ME and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

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"We hired Adam to convert our single-car garage into a bonus room (framing, drywall, electrical, flooring, moved a gas line, rerouted the hose spigot, and replaced the garage door with a slider). The quality is fantastic. I’d recommend him to anyone. What really stood out: Adam cared about the details. I had a rough vision, but when we hit decisions I hadn’t thought through, he’d flag it and, if I didn’t have a strong preference, steer me toward the right choice. He had a real vision for how it should look, not just doing the bare minimum or blindly following directions. The other thing was how clean he and any of his crew kept their workspace. This didn't actually matter since they were in a garage we weren't using, but every day it was immaculate, and all the material scraps were removed. Hire Adam because he delivers excellent workmanship, sweats the details, and helps you make smart decisions along the way. Plus, he runs a clean, organized job site."
High Ceilings. Inside 45 degree angles done with NO-Coat 450
Tall Foyer. Wrapped beam. Unfinished at post.
Outside corners with bead. Outside 45 degree angles with No-Coat 450.
Deep Skylights with drywall returns.
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Kelsey Thatcher
New to Angi
Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Wells, ME and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

I take pride in delivering quality craftsmanship with honesty, reliability, and attention to detail. Whether you need trim work, framing, decks, repairs, or custom carpentry, I approach every project as if I were working on my own home.\n\nClear communication, dependable service, and lasting results are at the heart of everything I do. My goal is to provide high-quality workmanship at a fair price while ensuring every customer is satisfied from start to finish.\n\nIf you're looking for a carpenter who shows up on time, works hard, and takes pride in every cut, I'd be happy to help bring your project to life.

Andrey Klokov
New to Angi
Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Wells, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

I Have been a carpenter for over 5 years with experience working on residential and commercial cites. Past work includes carpentry framing, additions and remodels. I have great experience in finish trim work, decking and railings. Based out of Scarborough, but will travel up to an hour. I take pride in my work, love to learn new things and want to help people. That’s why I believe I can help you with your home needs.

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Pole Barn Builders questions, answered by experts

While prices fluctuate because of increased demand, fewer supplies, and engineering time, OSB generally remains more affordable than plywood at $1 to $2.40 per square foot compared to the $4.50 to $10 for plywood. Cost is only one factor you should consider when deciding between OSB and plywood.

The difference between a pole barn and a stick-built barn is in the construction. Large poles in the ground provide support for pole barns. For stick-built barns, 2-by-4 or 2-by-6 lumber (known as sticks) create a frame around load-bearing beams. Stick-built construction is far more popular for residential homes. Pole barns are more cost-effective because they require fewer materials and less labor.

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.

The lifespan of a barn is typically 40 to 60 years, but with skillful construction and proper maintenance, it can last up to 100 years. The actual lifespan depends on several factors, including the barn type, materials, usage, and climate. For example, the posts of a pole barn should last 50 years or longer, but if the structure is used for livestock in a rainy climate, it may rot within the first decade. Custom designs with high-end materials tend to last the longest. To get the best estimate for your barn's lifespan, you should consider its material type and intended use.

Whether you should choose a flat roof or a sloped roof depends on your particular situation. Flat roofs tend to be less expensive to install. However, sloped roofs have longer lifespans and stand up better to heavy snow and other inclement weather.

Keep in mind that even a flat roof needs to have a slight slope, usually around 1/2 inch for every foot. If it is completely flat, water will pool and cause damage, either from weight or leakage or rot.

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