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Conley, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Palmyra, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Had a wonderful, positive experience hiring Conley Inc. to restore the rotting logs on my home at a reasonable price. Steven returned my phone call promptly, listened to my concerns, investigated best products to use, and explained methods he would use to restore the logs. I found Steven and his crew to be friendly, respectful, helpful, and hardworking. They finished the job in a timely manner and cleaned up after themselves. Steven found more soft spots on my logs than I knew I had, and took the initiative to fix those with no extra cost to me. I am so thankful and appreciative for that and the awesome job they did, that Iâ  m having them return to do a kitchen/bathroom remodeling project. Thanks, Steven and crew!"
Log Home Renovation
New Deck
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Log Home Renovation
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Gilmax General Contractors
New to Angi

Serving Palmyra, 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
TC Hafford Basement Systems Inc
4.5(
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Serving Palmyra, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The repairs cost $820. I was dismayed that the repair cost was this high for a piece of equipment that was only 3 years old, and had been maintained as per recommendations. "They typically last much longer" I was told by the company, but there was no reduction in the price for the repairs. I found that the company was frequently slow to respond to phone calls, and the estimated repair time of 3-4 weeks took almost 3 months."
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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B McLaughlin Quality Construction & Renovation
4.9(
13
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Serving Palmyra, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Completely satisfied throughout the process of choosing a contractor and having them replace old shingles.  Brian returned my call promptly, met me when he said he would, started and finished the job on time, while keeping me updated daily on the progress, and did quality work. <br />"
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Bragg Builders
5.0(
7
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Serving Palmyra, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The whole experience really changed my mind about contractors and carpenters. Greg was honest, helpful, and an all around professional. He really took the time to explain things to me and made me feel comfortable with the whole process."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pearl Contractors
5.0(
28
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Serving Palmyra, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After having some other work done, we realized that the back deck supports had rotted out and needed immediate attention.  The front porch also needed some attention in the near future.  I had spoken with Troy Pearl on a prior occasion about potential work that needed to be done and we were planning some other home improvements using Pearl Contractors. <br /> When the more urgent issues arose, I contacted Pearl contractors first to see what was possible.  They were so prompt in their response, so professional, and so well-organized that the work started in about a week, went smoothly and quickly, and turned out very well.  <br /> They were responsive to all concerns we had along the way, and addressed problems that were not immediately apparent before the work started, billing us on a time-and-materials basis rather than via contract.  We are pleased with the work that has been done and we would use them again.  They get high marks and we would recommend them to others. <br />"
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Palmyra, 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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