Serving Eliot, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2004
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They were great. We are very happy with how everything turned out!"
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Serving Eliot, ME and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"I was very impressed with Ryanâ s work. He showed up when he said he was going to, completed the job way above my satisfaction, and he even came back to replace a ceiling tile that had been damaged by the electrician. The price was very fair and I could not be happier with the quality of work. Before I found Ryan I had scheduled appointments with 7 contractors. 6 of them either canceled or were no shows. The one that had showed up I never received a quote from. Thatâ s why when I met Ryan I was instantly confident he was the guy for the job. He was extremely knowledgeable with every aspect of drop ceilings. I was sure that I wanted a certain type of ceiling tile and Ryan took the time to show me why the product I had chosen was not good for my ceiling. He recommended a product that he said was perfect for my needs and after it was installed I realized he couldnâ t have been more correct. It was a relief to know that I had a contractor I could rely on. I usually donâ t recommend contractors to others because of bad experiences I had in the past but I would without hesitation recommend Ryan to anyone looking for a drop ceiling."
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Serving Eliot, ME and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1999
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"I hired Matt after a no-callback and a no-show from two other contractors. I wish I found him first as he came by when he said would, got me a quote in under a day, and showed up to do the work. He and Austin spent about 8 hour putting up blue board over an old ceiling and in a closet, three coating everything, and touching up dents and areas where the trim had damaged the horse-hair plaster. Everything looks good, they definitely breathed new life into an old room. The plaster's about dry now, ready for a final quick sanding, primer and paint. I'm not going to bother calling anyone else the next time I'm looking to have plaster work done, Preferred Skimcoat gets my money from now on."
Serving Eliot, ME and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2021
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Dan arrived on time and completed the insulation replacement and installation much faster than we expected. He also left the space spotless, which was a pleasant surprise. The tiled ceiling looks fantastic and has significantly improved the appearance of our basement! We really recommend his services and will definitely keep his contact for further projects!"
Serving Eliot, ME and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2006
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
".Asa Wagner is a great communicator and did a quality job.
Asa analyzed what needed to be done and came up with a good proposal.
The job was done in the promised time frame.
The final bill was lower than the estimate which speaks well for him"
Serving Eliot, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 1978
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"A&D was very responsive. They provided a great price and were easy to work with adapting to any concerns that arose along the way. Easy to get a hold of at any time and they always called back and had a man to respond to our concerns."
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Serving Eliot, ME and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Needed roof and ceiling repairs. This company came highly recommended and rightfully so. The work was done in two days and I am very happy with it !"
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Serving Eliot, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2019
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"I want to thank James for doing an excellent and professional job!! He does what he says. He explains all that he's doing. James is very friendly and down to earth. Upfront with the cost. Let's you know if he sees any problems. I would hire him again and definitely refer him to anyone. So if your looking for anyone to drywall you'll be VERY happy."
Serving Eliot, ME and surrounding areas
Approved
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
Small jobs welcome
"????? Joe did an awesome job mounting my TV on the wall. He was professional, showed up on time, worked efficiently, and made sure everything was level, secure, and looked clean when he was finished. The whole process was easy and the TV came out perfect. I?d definitely recommend Joe to anyone who needs a TV mounted or other handyman work done."
Serving Eliot, ME and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The owners were down to earth and personable. They were flexible in scheduling our work. I look forward to continuing this relationship."
A drop ceiling is a type of secondary ceiling that is dropped down below the actual ceiling of a room, hence the name. It’s made up of ceiling tiles (made of fiberboard, foam, wood, metal, or plastic) supported by a metal grid. The space between the drop ceiling and the structural ceiling can be used to hide wiring, pipes, and HVAC ducts.
Most drop ceiling installations take about two to three days, including the time needed to build the grid frame, install it, and place each ceiling tile properly. Your installation might take more time if you need to modify plumbing, HVAC ducts, or electrical wiring to accommodate the new ceiling.
Most drop ceilings require a clearance of at least three inches from the structural ceiling, though you’ll likely need more than that to make space for pipes, ducts, lights, fans, sprinklers, or wiring. In many places, building codes require a minimum ceiling height of seven feet, which can limit the amount of clearance you’ll have between your drop ceiling and structural ceiling.
Yes, you can paint a drop ceiling, but it’s not always recommended. Painting a drop ceiling can sometimes void your warranty because using improper paint or technique can cause the tiles to sag. Paint can also negatively affect the fire resistance, soundproofing, and light reflection of the panels. Consider these downsides before taking on ceiling painting costs.
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