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WFA Woodwork
4.5(
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Serving Lincolnville-Center, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Responsible, adaptable, always checks in before completing each section of the project. Made suggestions, but, also very customer focused. I would hire Wade again and have referred him to friends. His work was precise, a true craftsman. Neat, cleans up after the project."
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+7

Response time1 day
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Baker Electric and Sons
4.1(
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Serving Lincolnville-Center, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Completed work in a timely manner and to my exact specifications. Highly recommended."
Response time2 days
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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G.A. Doughty Construction
3.4(
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Serving Lincolnville-Center, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The subcontractor did an excellent job installing our new metal roof. We are quite happy with it."
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Coastline Construction
5.0(
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Serving Lincolnville-Center, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had a higher than expectation experience with Coastline Construction. John the owner was great to work with. He has an awesome work ethic and is a protectionist. We wish we had found him at the beginning of our project. We started with another contractor and didn't have a good experience. John came in and made everything right. We most definitely will use John again and let anyone who needs a professional contractor to call him."
Response time2 days
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Recommended by25%of homeowners
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MARINER PROPERTY SERVICES LLC
5.0(
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Serving Lincolnville-Center, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Our mission at MARINER PROPERTY SERVICES LLC is to continue the growth of our business by doing right by all of our clients. We love seeing that one of a kind smile on a home owners face at the end of a project! MARINER PROPERTY SERVICES LLC stacks up with the competition and surpasses it with competitive prices, second to none workmanship and a prompt/responsive team! We give you quality that you can measure, and a finished product that will enhance your home forever. Call us today!

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Doak and Co Contracting
New to Angi

Serving Lincolnville-Center, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We at Doak and Co Contracting focus on quality services over quantity. We use our experience and expertise to complete your project with perfection. Customer service and honesty are the most important aspects of our business and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.

Response time6 hrs
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Ironwood Construction
5.0(
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Serving Lincolnville-Center, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Offers commercial services

"Mark is skilled at carpentry and tiling. He is meticulous and conscientious. He is personable and does an excellent job. An excellent find. You would be lucky to have him work on your project. He did a full remodel for us. New windows, doors and trim. New flooring, kitchen cabinets, two bathrooms and deck. He is a GC with an excellent team including a plumber, electrician and painter."
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+26

Response time3 days
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Lincolnville-Center, 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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