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Avatar for Affordable Excavating and Carpentry
Affordable Excavating and Carpentry
4.0(
2
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Serving Houlton, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Harvey and his team were professional and courteous. My wife and I were very satisfied with the completed work on the interior. We had originally planned on doing the exterior of the house first but had to change our plans. Harvey was accommodating and offered suggestions. Some I took, some I didn't. We are already discussing the projects for this coming summer. He doesn't know it but I have a couple new ideas I may implement. I have no doubt that they will do as an outstanding job on the exterior as they did inside. It looks like a new home."
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Response time5 days
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Avatar for New England Home Renovations LLC
New England Home Renovations LLC
4.0(
311
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Serving Houlton, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything went wonderfully with this company.  They were very professional, listened to exactly what my problem was, and explained to me how they were going to diagnose the problem and/or solve it before doing any actual work.  Once they started, the team (three people came) worked together like a well-oiled machine.  One was in the room with diagnostics, one was at the fuse box looking for possible problems there, and the third went into the crawlspace beneath our house to look at the physical wiring.  Once the problem was found (there was a faulty wire beneath the house that had come loose from the junction box), it was fixed and tested within minutes and another full diagnostic was done to make sure there were no other possible issues.  They cleaned up after themselves very neatly.  They also replaced the light switch with a dimmer switch at no extra cost!  Well within my budget, and came in even lower than their original (FREE) estimate!  I would highly recommend this company to anyone in the Bergen County area.
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New boiler install
Removal of cast Iron to PVC.
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+37

Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Front Ridge Renovations
Front Ridge Renovations
5.0(
2
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Serving Houlton, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

We started this business in the summer of 2018. After the pandemic hit, we decided to take a step back and took jobs working for other contractors. We recently decided to branch out on our own again in hopes of becoming a successful family owned and operated business. As a husband and wife duo, we can't wait to upgrade your home. With over 17 years of experience in the field, we have what it takes to make you happy!\nWe specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call - or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

Beginning
Shower base and tile. Custom built bump out wall for plumbing.
Master bedroom
Kitchen remodel
Finished deck

+31

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Homemade Design
Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Serving Houlton, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"It is a waste of money. The great majority of people are not going to find any value out of the service. If you need design consultation, you need a full service consultation. If you already have knowledge and experience, and you just need to get a few ideas, then you don't need to pay for that. You can just get a magazine or a book since you already have the knowledge of basic designs in your head or a little bit of experience. To have someone call you and give you information over the phone, you are not getting the personal service that you need. You may as well take the money $49 and apply it to something else like getting someone else to come out and give you the service that you need. Because, you are not getting much, you are not getting anything at all. They are going to have you do the work. After talking to them and I was talking to other home designers, I found out that that was a waste of time and waste of money. I gave them a C because they didn't fail at what they do but they don't offer any value for what they do. There's not much value to it. The cost was fair. They didn't do a terrible job and the cost isn't terrible, it was only $49. It just has a very low value. For responsiveness I gave them a B because they will answer your phone and answer your emails."
Pennsylvania Master Bathroom
Boston Small Condo Kitchen
California Client Saves with HMD Designer Discounts
Recommended by54%of homeowners
Avatar for Callous Construction
Callous Construction
4.0(
10
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Serving Houlton, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Clean Professional with Honest pricing with a wide range of services \n\nSuch as:\n\nHome Maintenance\nPlumbing\nCarpentry\nFlooring\nAcid staining\nConcrete\nTile\nPainting\nInspecting\n\nRemodeling\nNew Construction\nDemolition

Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Houlton, 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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