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Avatar for Abraham Z. Cates Finish Carpenter
Abraham Z. Cates Finish Carpenter
4.9(
14
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Serving Manchester, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I cannot say enough about this project and Abe! We had a ?sweaty? basement refinished. Abe walked us through every thorough and comprehensive step that he took to ensure the new living space would be safe and functional for many years to come. His estimate was accurate, his pricing, fair, and the subcontractors that he hired for plumbing and electric were professional, friendly, and swift. We asked Abe for a number of specialty finish carpentry projects and all were finished meticulously. We are still finding little surprises here and there that show just how much he cares about the function and beauty of his work! We had a custom glass shower door built, a hydraulic Murphy bed, and a ?secret bookcase door? leading to my husband?s office. Every single thing came out just beautifully, and all of our friends and neighbors are terribly impressed! We will absolutely be working with Abe again?He?s a master of his craft!"
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel

+21

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for Jamie Adams Building, Remodeling, and Property Maintenance
Jamie Adams Building, Remodeling, and Property Maintenance
4.8(
10
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Serving Manchester, ME and surrounding areas

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
finished basement
outdoor deck
staircase

+3

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Leviathan Group LLC
Leviathan Group LLC
5.0(
9
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Serving Manchester, ME and surrounding areas

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%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Innovative Construction
3.7(
32
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Serving Manchester, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired innovative construction to reside one side of my building. During the bidding of the project as well as during the execution of the work, Greg and his team were professional, timely and responsive. I would absolutely hire Greg and his team again"
Before
Deck Repair
Deck Repair
Before
MIDWAY

+6

Response time3 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by45%of homeowners
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G.A. Doughty Construction
3.4(
17
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Serving Manchester, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I can't overstate the quality of the work these folks did. We had our unfinished attic converted to living space, and the space had a lot of funky angles and old framing. G.A. Doughty's team did an incredible job making it work, including a half-bath! We're very pleased with the result. Everyone at G.A., the project manager, office staff, and all the subcontractors were very polite and fun to work with. Everyone who came to the house was very friendly. The only issue we had was that for a few months during the middle of the project, things seemed to stall out for about 6-8 weeks. I think they were having some availability issues with subcontractors and were overloaded from other projects."
Custom Kitchen
Response time2 days
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Manchester, 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 Manchester, ME homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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