Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Small jobs welcome
"tom and israel did a wonderful job remodeling my bathroom. they were timely and efficient. the completed project looked wonderful. will definitely be using them again in the future. highly recommend!"
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Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 1998
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Jason and crew did an awesome job! They worked very well together and got the job done in a timely manner. Have received several great comments on the new driveway."
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Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2011
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The project was done wonderfully and promptly when a design and paver was chosen. Fair price, hard to find available good help. Would hire again if needed."
+32
Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
In business since 1996
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Joe,James and Bobby did an excellent job replacing the sump pump And drains. My husband and I were so impressed with their abilities and how hard working they were. I would highly recommend Ground works Manchester to anyone who needs the same work done. Thanks to all the gentlemen for their professionalism and work ethic"
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Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 1985
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Bob was fantastic to work with! He came out and gave me an estimate that was good and was able to get the job done in a timely manner! Him and his worker (Don) were knowledgeable and worked well to make sure the project was done in a way that not only looks good but worked for what I wanted! I am beyond happy with the way Bob completed my project! Thank you Bob (and Don)!"
+82
Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas
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Free estimates
Warranties offered
"The work was very good. They were prompt, on time, and did a good job."
Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2004
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Review by Manny Enos in Wareham, Ma. The quality of work was exceptional! I am an Engineer and I have been in the Construction business for 52 years. I have worked for Public and Private Oganizations as a Resident Project Inspector throughout My career managing and performing inspections on the Construction of major Water, Wastewater, Road and Bridge Projects in excess of Fifty Million Dollars. I am a very detail oriented and hard to satisfy person when performing My inspections and dealing with Contractors. I demand High Quality work and Contractor/Client relations. I have no regrets hiring Capital Construction to perform the siding work on My Home in Wareham, Ma. Beginning with Chris , who convinced Me to hire Capital to perform the work; Jay who managed the work, the workers who performed the work and of course Jean and Louise, the Office Staff. I couldn't have asked for a better Group of PEOPLE/ PROFESSIONALS to deal with throughout the Project from start to finish. My Family and I are so pleased and would not hesitate to hire Capital Construction again. Thanks to EVERYONE for the great work and a Wonderful experience."
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Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas
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In business since 2004
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Excellent service and quality materials"
Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2025
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"I was looking for a monthly service"
+53
Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Outstanding, competent, kept us updated on how the repair was going . Will keep him in my phone book and recommend him to anyone who needs repair/upgrade work."
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