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WFA Woodwork
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Serving Thorndike, ME and surrounding areas

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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 time6 hrs
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Baker Electric and Sons
4.1(
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Serving Thorndike, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Completed work in a timely manner and to my exact specifications. Highly recommended."
Response time1 day
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G.A. Doughty Construction
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Serving Thorndike, ME and surrounding areas

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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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Response time2 days
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Bangor Abatement, Inc.
4.5(
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Serving Thorndike, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a good job especially considering how brittle my old siding had become over the years. I’m pleased with their work and the price was right. I plan to hire them to do a couple more small jobs that I’m to old to do myself."
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Gilmax General Contractors
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Serving Thorndike, ME and surrounding areas

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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
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Ironwood Construction
5.0(
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Serving Thorndike, 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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Response time3 days
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Thorndike, 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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