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

Angi Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Carl Minks installed a new walk in shower and toilet and did a professional, meticulous job. Good communication from him and would not hesitate to hire him again."
My Projects
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+17

Response time3 hrs
Response rate86%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Leviathan Group LLC
5.0(
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Serving Farmington, ME and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We had our kitchen completely remodeled by Hutchins and Son. Owner Don is great to work with. He was able to provide us with the exact custom cabinets and custom color we were looking for. I highly recommend Don and his son ."
Cabinet
Kitchen Island
Custom Cabinets
Pot Hangers
The Leviathan Group

+9

Response time2 days
Response rate94%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Jamie Adams Building, Remodeling, and Property Maintenance
4.9(
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Serving Farmington, ME and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I very highly recommend Jamie Adams. He showed up on time, finished on schedule, and did an amazing job, absolutely top-notch work. He has attention to detail, finds great solutions to weird quirks that come with a property's existing layout. I trust his judgement, and take his recommendations/solutions. Which is saying a lot I am normally quite suspicious of contractors, but Jamie has won my trust and loyalty. If any of my buildings need work, Jamie will get it. The quality is great and the cost is reasonable, with no sticker shock."
finished basement
finished basement
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outdoor deck
staircase

+3

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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New Leaf Construction
4.8(
23
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Serving Farmington, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our experience with New Leaf Construction in December led us back to hiring them again for a few additional projects we wanted completed outside this spring. The remodel of our firm over the winter was very successful and it was a pleasure to work with their crew. Their professionalism showed throughout the entirety of the project, from the quality of their work, sensitivity to our timeline, accommodating the needs of our business with as little interruption as possible, cleanliness of their work area, attention to detail, and staying on budget. I highly recommend New Leaf Construction."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Bragg Builders
5.0(
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Serving Farmington, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We have built structures from houses and garages to additions and camps as well as beautiful decks from Central Maine to Massachusetts and up to Northern Maine. \nLicensed and insured quality subs are used when needed. Additional email - info@braggbuilder.com.\nAdditional Service- Lincoln, Oxford, Penobscot, Piscataquis, Somerset, Waldo, & Washington

Recommended by100%of homeowners
TC Hafford Basement Systems Inc
4.5(
37
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Serving Farmington, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had a basement waterproofing project done by TC Hafford in March costing over 19K. It is now July and my basement is full of water, once again,on this rainy day. I have been back and forth with this company for months, and after sending someone in who finally admitted to faulty installation, I am still waiting for them to fix their mistakes. I absolutely would never recommend this company to anyone."
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Farmington, 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.

The Farmington, ME homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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