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Minks General Contracting
5.0(
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Serving Clinton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The team was very professional, they competed everything on time and on budget. Great craftsmanship and finish work. They were able to create and design custom wine rack into the kitchen renovation. Great work thanks."
My Projects
My Projects
My Projects
My Projects
My Projects

+17

Response time3 hrs
Response rate86%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Conley, Inc.
4.9(
5
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Serving Clinton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Done a lot of work at the home. Very responsive and honest. I know I would have been charge a lot of more going with another contractor. He listens my expectations and finds a way to make it happen. I have heard that Steven is involved in his community. Very respectful and a pleasure to work with. Exterior and interior painting and wallpaper. Replaced our entire deck and I have him on the books to redo our flooring. He has done"
Log Home Renovation
New Deck
New Deck
Log Home Renovation
New Deck

+48

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Mike Long Builder
5.0(
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Serving Clinton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Mike has completed two projects for us. The first job Mike did for me was not the remodel project, since we weren't far enough along in the process yet to hire. However, in the pictures they showed me were a couple tile jobs. That inspired mt husband to hire him to finish the tiling of our kitchen counters which I had started three years earlier, then realized I was way over my head! They were able to plan it out and install the tile very professionally! He was very diplomatic about making suggestions of what might be better, instead of telling me I was a crazy lady! :-) We went on to use Mike for a multiple room addition out into our post and beam barn. The addition came out beautifully. Nothing about this was easy! It even required custom- made window sills! During the process, Mike made some good suggestions that I hadn't thought of but liked and went with. The attention to detail is fantastic, and the craftsmanship shows. They made the pegs for the screws in our stairs! Excellent to work with and well worth the money! I can't add pictures to an edit, but have LOTS!"
Support Shift
Upstairs Remodel
Fire Escape
Basement Remodel
Sill Replacement

+82

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Baker Electric and Sons
4.8(
13
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Serving Clinton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The best electrical Company I have ever had work for me. They scheduled my appointment and kept me informed very well when they could do the job. Mike was very conscious about our house and his work area. He work very fast and fixed everyone of my problems, if you call and there is a little wait time before they can do it wait because Baker electric is worth the wait."
Response time2 days
81 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Gilmax General Contractors
New to Angi

Serving Clinton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

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!

Response time1 day
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Wilder Maine Co. LLC
New to Angi

Serving Clinton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Wilder Maine Co. is a Maine-based crew specializing in full-scope residential construction, sawmilling, and custom builds ? from groundwork to finish work. We handle framing, trim, outdoor structures, and custom-milled lumber with craftsmanship, reliability, and clear communication.\n\nWhat makes us different? We?re versatile, resourceful, and hands-on. We don?t just build ? we solve problems, adapt to real-world conditions, and treat every project like it?s our own.\n\nCustomer satisfaction is at the core of what we do. We show up, we communicate, and we finish strong. No shortcuts. No surprises. Just ask.

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HRC
5.0(
5
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Serving Clinton, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Spenser has worked on several office renovations for us. He is very professional, always prompt, and took the time to listen to the needs of the office. We will definitely be hiring Spenser again for future projects."
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Clinton, ME

Finishing a basement turns unused square footage into livable space and returns up to 70% of what you spend when you sell your home. Beyond that resale boost, you gain a playroom, home office, or guest suite you can start enjoying right away. That mix of daily comfort and solid return on investment (ROI) makes basement finishing one of the smartest upgrades you can tackle.

In some parts of the country—especially lots on swamps, high water tables, or other wetlands—local codes prohibit basements. Saturated soil puts constant pressure on foundation walls and lets water seep in faster than any sump pump can handle. 

If your property sits on waterlogged ground, building on a slab or crawl space is often safer, more affordable, and code-compliant.

Most basements wrap up in four to eight weeks. Framing takes three to five days, with electrical and plumbing rough-ins following over the next week. Add five days for drywall, two to three for flooring, and another week for paint, trim, and punch-list items. 

Delays can happen if materials run late or your contractor’s calendar is packed, so build in a little cushion when you plan.

Whether a finished basement counts toward your home’s official square footage depends on local rules. Many areas only include below-grade space if it has code-approved egress, fully finished walls, ceilings, and floors, plus consistent heating. 

Check with your local assessor or building department before you start; meeting those standards can affect taxes, appraisals, and resale value.

Building codes require a checklist: dedicated heat and electrical service, a code-approved stairway, and at least one egress window or exterior door. Walls, ceilings, and floors must be fully finished and meet insulation, ventilation, and fire-separation standards. If you add a bedroom, you’ll also need a closet, proper clearances, and safe exits. If you change the layout later, be ready to update the space so every new room still meets today’s code.

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