We specialize in hardwood, carpet, vinyl and laminate flooring. I do clean floors as well. We are a young growing business but are very motivated too meet all your needs. Also we have the best deals on installation. FREE estimates within the first 40 mile radius of our office.
"Wonderful, meticulous, beautiful though all job done! We were very happy! The Huffs"
darrell h on June 2025
We specialize in hardwood, carpet, vinyl and laminate flooring. I do clean floors as well. We are a young growing business but are very motivated too meet all your needs. Also we have the best deals on installation. FREE estimates within the first 40 mile radius of our office.
"Wonderful, meticulous, beautiful though all job done! We were very happy! The Huffs"
darrell h on June 2025
Good work guarantee. I love making our customer's happy
"These guys were absolutely amazing. Thank you guys so much for your hard work and helping us out."
Joseph P on May 2025
Good work guarantee. I love making our customer's happy
"These guys were absolutely amazing. Thank you guys so much for your hard work and helping us out."
Joseph P on May 2025
We specialize in office, floor, window, and post construction cleaning services. We also have a sales department for janitorial supplies and equipment. We also supply restroom supplies. We employ about 35 people and we use NO sub-contractors. All of our work is done by our well trained and uniformed staff.
We specialize in office, floor, window, and post construction cleaning services. We also have a sales department for janitorial supplies and equipment. We also supply restroom supplies. We employ about 35 people and we use NO sub-contractors. All of our work is done by our well trained and uniformed staff.
Home Remodeling, BBB, Certified, Insured, Deposit required before start of all projects, bonuses for business referrals accepted.
"Electrical and plumbing were subcontracted and I have no complaint on their work. However for the work this contractor performed.....It started out okay, complimented his work... But by the time the last of the porch repair and the bathroom reno was completed I realised I had made a huge error of judgement. He insisted in starting the porch work in the fall and then over the winter. When the ground thawed in the spring and the supports no longer met the concrete footing blocks, he used rigid foam boards to shim the concrete blocks up to meet the posts. The floorboards had been removed and proper footings could have been sunk below the frost line, instead it had to be jury rigged and as the ground heave sin the winter and thaws back down, I expect it to be only a matter of time before the folly of this becomes apparent and I will have to get a competent contractor in to fix it. The bathroom was to have a radiant heat floor put in, but the system installed is not meant to be used in a wet room. There is baseboard heat with a pipe running through the floor and that was "sealed" with a piece of moulding and if there is any problem with the heater or the pipe breaks it is harder to get to, nevermind just being able to clean it. I was concerned over the floor system and he promised me that a letter would be coming from the manufacturer saying the system was safe as installed. I spoke to a company rep and they cannot sign off on an installation that they did not witness. So I am unable to recommend this contractor based on any sense I have of his integrity. I am back to using a space heater and When I am able to I will have to have the floor taken up and the correct system put in. There are numerous other minor things, such as the laminate floor being laid with no regard to the pattern on the boards so the same pattern piece was used 3 times next to each other. I did look up how to install this type of floor and found plenty of instructive videos saying how the boards are usually separated by pattern and then laid down in such a way to be random and give the illusion of real wood. The result on my floor does not demonstrate to me an attention to detail. The light over the shower, an upgraded ceiling fan, an additional outlet or two were all part of the plan but were never installed. There were assertions like a new outlet would have cost $400. I checked with the electrician myself and was told that was not the price they would charge and did not understand why that would have been quoted. When issues were raised it was mentioned that he had a lien on someone's house who didn't want to pay for their finished projects. So, there is a lot of work to redo and since the money isn't there I will have to live with things as they are for a while. Not the result I was expecting after 6 months (way beyond the estimated time) of work having been done and at no small expense. I will try to post photos to illustrate what I have mentioned above."
Chrystine H on September 2019
Home Remodeling, BBB, Certified, Insured, Deposit required before start of all projects, bonuses for business referrals accepted.
"Electrical and plumbing were subcontracted and I have no complaint on their work. However for the work this contractor performed.....It started out okay, complimented his work... But by the time the last of the porch repair and the bathroom reno was completed I realised I had made a huge error of judgement. He insisted in starting the porch work in the fall and then over the winter. When the ground thawed in the spring and the supports no longer met the concrete footing blocks, he used rigid foam boards to shim the concrete blocks up to meet the posts. The floorboards had been removed and proper footings could have been sunk below the frost line, instead it had to be jury rigged and as the ground heave sin the winter and thaws back down, I expect it to be only a matter of time before the folly of this becomes apparent and I will have to get a competent contractor in to fix it. The bathroom was to have a radiant heat floor put in, but the system installed is not meant to be used in a wet room. There is baseboard heat with a pipe running through the floor and that was "sealed" with a piece of moulding and if there is any problem with the heater or the pipe breaks it is harder to get to, nevermind just being able to clean it. I was concerned over the floor system and he promised me that a letter would be coming from the manufacturer saying the system was safe as installed. I spoke to a company rep and they cannot sign off on an installation that they did not witness. So I am unable to recommend this contractor based on any sense I have of his integrity. I am back to using a space heater and When I am able to I will have to have the floor taken up and the correct system put in. There are numerous other minor things, such as the laminate floor being laid with no regard to the pattern on the boards so the same pattern piece was used 3 times next to each other. I did look up how to install this type of floor and found plenty of instructive videos saying how the boards are usually separated by pattern and then laid down in such a way to be random and give the illusion of real wood. The result on my floor does not demonstrate to me an attention to detail. The light over the shower, an upgraded ceiling fan, an additional outlet or two were all part of the plan but were never installed. There were assertions like a new outlet would have cost $400. I checked with the electrician myself and was told that was not the price they would charge and did not understand why that would have been quoted. When issues were raised it was mentioned that he had a lien on someone's house who didn't want to pay for their finished projects. So, there is a lot of work to redo and since the money isn't there I will have to live with things as they are for a while. Not the result I was expecting after 6 months (way beyond the estimated time) of work having been done and at no small expense. I will try to post photos to illustrate what I have mentioned above."
Chrystine H on September 2019
My name is Brandon Wood, I have been in the carpentry business for 4 years! At the beginning of 2023 I opened my own business, Lakewood Handyman. I can do all jobs big and small! I am a licensed heat pump installer, and I specialize in all things flooring. I do however provide all handyman services big and small such as; Remodels, demo, drywall, ceilings, roofing, deck building, tiling, painting, plumbing, landscaping, waste removal, you name it! If I am unable, I will be honest!
My name is Brandon Wood, I have been in the carpentry business for 4 years! At the beginning of 2023 I opened my own business, Lakewood Handyman. I can do all jobs big and small! I am a licensed heat pump installer, and I specialize in all things flooring. I do however provide all handyman services big and small such as; Remodels, demo, drywall, ceilings, roofing, deck building, tiling, painting, plumbing, landscaping, waste removal, you name it! If I am unable, I will be honest!
THE HORTICULTURAL INTUITIVE IS A FAMILY OWNED LANDSCAPING COMPANY LOCATED IN COASTAL MAINE.
THE HORTICULTURAL INTUITIVE IS A FAMILY OWNED LANDSCAPING COMPANY LOCATED IN COASTAL MAINE.
Additional email - advance1@advance1clean.com. Additional address - PO Box 581, Waterville, ME 04903. Additional DBA - Advance 1.
Additional email - advance1@advance1clean.com. Additional address - PO Box 581, Waterville, ME 04903. Additional DBA - Advance 1.
Home Maintenance Specialist with over 30 years of Home Maintenance Building and repairs
Home Maintenance Specialist with over 30 years of Home Maintenance Building and repairs
Welcome to Kitchen EnCounters, Maine’s complete resource for kitchen and bathroom design. Kitchen EnCounters is a premier kitchen and bathroom cabinetry store offering beautiful cabinetry, vanities, flooring, and granite and fabricated countertops. In addition we offer lighting, hardware, fixtures, and decorative accents to add the finishing touches to any style kitchen or bathroom. Our design team has a creative eye and we work hard to keep abreast with the most current trends, and are well versed in the construction aspects of room design understanding the balance of style, creativity and practicality. We make sure we take time to discuss your project, large or small, and find solutions that fit your home and budget. Our estimates are free and are backed up with in home consultations and full-service installations.
Welcome to Kitchen EnCounters, Maine’s complete resource for kitchen and bathroom design. Kitchen EnCounters is a premier kitchen and bathroom cabinetry store offering beautiful cabinetry, vanities, flooring, and granite and fabricated countertops. In addition we offer lighting, hardware, fixtures, and decorative accents to add the finishing touches to any style kitchen or bathroom. Our design team has a creative eye and we work hard to keep abreast with the most current trends, and are well versed in the construction aspects of room design understanding the balance of style, creativity and practicality. We make sure we take time to discuss your project, large or small, and find solutions that fit your home and budget. Our estimates are free and are backed up with in home consultations and full-service installations.
Use a stiff-bristle brush and warm, soapy water to loosen surface grime. Then, let the grout dry and finish with a grout-specific sealant. This combo cleans without scratching the tile and locks out new stains. Always follow the label directions so the cleaner and sealant bond properly. A few extra minutes of care keep grout bright and help your floors look fresher longer.
The most effective cleaner for badly stained grout is a professional-grade steam machine. High-pressure, high-heat vapor lifts embedded dirt without harsh chemicals and brightens grout lines in one pass. Pros often pre-treat tough spots with a mild solution and finish with a soft brush to protect the tile. The result is a deep, even clean that lasts longer than store-bought products.
Tile and grout are water-resistant, not waterproof. Dense materials like porcelain or glass shed moisture well, but even sealed natural stone and standard cement grout can absorb water over time. That’s why routine sealing and prompt spill cleanup matter.
Keeping moisture out prevents erosion, mold, and discoloration—especially in bathrooms, kitchens, and other splash-prone areas.
Schedule professional tile and grout cleaning every six to 12 months, with quick touch-ups in between. Busy kitchens and bathrooms often need attention on the shorter end of that range because constant moisture speeds up staining.
Sticking to this routine keeps grime from setting, reduces mold risk, and stretches the life of your tile and grout, saving you from bigger repairs later.
When done correctly, tile and grout cleaning is perfectly safe for your floors. Pros match cleaners and brushes to your tile type, control pressure, and avoid harsh chemicals that can etch or erode surfaces.
If you’re DIYing, test new products in an inconspicuous spot and follow label directions. The right technique removes buildup while protecting both the tile glaze and the grout lines.
Yes—apply a fresh sealer once the grout is completely dry, usually 24 hours after cleaning. The sealer forms a moisture-resistant barrier that blocks stains, mold, and everyday dirt, making future scrubbing easier. Skipping this step leaves porous grout exposed, which can lead to discoloration or cracks and, ultimately, expensive repairs. A quick reseal now protects both the grout and the surrounding tile.