Dan helped us with our gas fireplace insert. We had a broken pilot light on a 15 year old insert…read more Dan returned my call within an hour and I explained the problem and sent photos. He came down a few days later and got us working- just before Christmas! He ordered us a new part and came back in early Jan to repair and fully clean the unit. We are very pleased and will call on Dan again. Oh yah, he also took a look at the broken rope insulation in our wood stove and told me how I could fix it myself! Thank you!!!

H & S had the solution several issues on my property mowing was the least of it. They were so…read moreknowledgeable concerning tick control/ prevention I feel worlds better. They are local small business owners that have experience with our Down East ,Maine trees. Plants and grasses. I look forward to seeing them soon for a larger project called clearing foliage that needs some serious attention.

Great people and great service. My 1acre property in Dexter was out of control after losing the…read moreperson taking care of it. H&S gave me a fast quote and good price to clean up the mess, and cut it all summer. Even sent me pictures of it since I live 300 miles away and can't get up there all the time. I highly recommend them and will definitely call them when I'm ready to do some of the bigger clean up on the property line.

I had to pull down a significant number of trees on my property so I could install solar on my…read moreroof. Jason came when he said he would to discuss the project, gave me an estimate that feel smack between two other arborists and then got to work. He did what the other arborists said would take a week in two days, was methodical, stacked the limbs I was going to keep and took his limbs the day the project was over. And he's quite entertaining when he's not working. Full marks for Big Jay Tree Service.

I had a tree limb fall on my house. I called Big Jay Tree Service and he came right over to give…read moreme an estimate. When the rain stopped the following day, Jason brought his truck, chipper and Eric, his helper. Jason had to climb up a tree that was half rotten to get the limb cut. He did a great job and so fast. My neighbor is hiring him too.

We are extremely happy with this company and the finished product. No pressure sales just…read moreexplaining their product and what they could do to make our garage floor more presentable and much easier to maintain. All the workers were prompt, friendly and hard working always showing up when the said they would. We highly recommend this company.

The time had come to redo our basement (done in epoxy) and garage (done with enamel polymer)…read more floors. Neither surface held up more than 5 years, even without heavy traffic. I had seen polyaspartic coatings before, which look like stone and appear very durable. Best of all, the previous floors were always slippery when wet, but the texture of the polyaspartic makes slips a distant memory. The temperatures have been hovering around freezing, so I was sure we couldn't get this done this year, and besides the only highly recommended installer in Maine was in Bucksport!! I called, the proprieter, Linwood Bridges, who assured me that he could put it on his busy schedule, even though it meant significant travel to our location. Moreover, he said that, unlike enamel and epoxy, polyaspartic coatings can be applied in the cold, and because there are almost no fumes that need to be ventillated, we were able to keep the windows closed. I had seen the ads and read the reviews, but did they really reflect the products and examples shown? I was still skeptical. This was no easy job, the floors were not level or straight, and I wanted to make them look like real granite when done, so who would have believed that it could be accomplished, on budget, and as quoted, and in record time, with less than three days to completion! As it was fast drying, we were using the floors almost immediately. Linwood and his associate Nicole were professional (they had masks on the whole time they were in our residence), did as they said, showed up on time as promised, and did a superb job. Were the reviews and photos really representative of the work Coastal Concrete Coatings was capable of accomplishing for us and for your job? No. Linwood Bridges is much too down to earth and humble to tell you what he can really do for you. But he is a perfectionist. He so exceeded our greatest expectations, that I still have to go out to the garage daily to marvel on how absolutely amazing the floors look. If you need any concrete surface finished, look no further. You simply cannot get a better product, nor a better installation anywhere.

Mr Spofford is a very good roofer, and responsive. With a week notice, Mr Spofford's crew was on…read moremy roof covering the leak area with new shingles as described in the contract. Full payment was made based on pictures since I live 700 miles away from the property and the work was completed after I left the area. Unfortunately, the entire roof was not finished per the agreement. When that fact came to light, Mr Spofford was contacted. No resolution for his oversight has been completed now over a year after the remainder of the job was completed. It's difficult to now contact him because he does not reply to messages.

I had a leak and was only going to be at the home for a short time, Dave was busy with scheduled…read morejobs but he and his crew showed up in a few days and took care of my leak,

Rebuilt heating system 3 years ago. Excellent work, efficient and reliable. None better,…read more highest recommendation.

Dan and his two crew members arrived right on time for my scheduled appointment and went right to…read morework on several plumbing issues I had at my home. They put in a new sillcock, hooked up by new fridge with a water supply, repaired several leaking valves and repaired a problem kitchen faucet and sprayer. They were efficient, polite and very reasonably priced. I highly recommend them for any plumbing work you may need.

Dave Dorr & team did a great job installing our metal roof in Deer Isle, ME. Dave was…read moreprofessional, courteous, kept me informed every step of the way, responsive to texts from me re installation dates and materials, flexible regarding installation dates while we were hosting family. I didn't want my husband up on a ladder so Dave also installed some vinyl siding on 2nd floor as well as a cupola on our roof. I was concerned about a forecasted hurricane and Dave & team arrived day before to do finishing touches before the storm. He and his team even helped load our dumpster from our own construction efforts. I rate him and his team 5 stars and am grateful.... Dot H Sept 2023

If I could give 10 stars, I would!…read more Building a home from scratch can be overwhelming--especially when you don't live in the area. My wife and I dreamed of a 3-bedroom cottage in Bar Harbor, ME, and after hiring an architect, we faced the daunting task of finding the right builder. Through a recommendation, we found Ricky Sprague, owner of Generations Custom Homes (GCH). That turned out to be the best decision we could have made. From day one, Ricky stood out. He patiently explained the entire process, respected our budget, and built in flexibility for changes along the way. What impressed me most was his organization. Ricky uses what I called his "magic spreadsheet"--a clear, detailed budget and progress tracker that he updated with each invoice. I could see exactly what was spent, what remained, and how far along we were. For someone investing life savings into a project, that transparency was priceless. And here's the kicker: Ricky's estimates were spot on. The only deviations were the ones we chose, and even those were offset by savings elsewhere. Now, about quality. GCH typically builds large luxury homes, and ours was modest by comparison--a 3-bedroom, 2-bath cottage. But you'd never know it from the craftsmanship. The trim work around doors and windows is flawless. The tile work is magazine-worthy. Friends have tried to spot imperfections, and none could be found. The attention to detail is astounding, and the result far exceeded our expectations. Equally important is how Ricky handles challenges. No construction project is perfect, and we had a minor issue with window alignment. Before I could even decide whether it was worth worrying about, Ricky had it fixed--on his dime. That told me everything I needed to know about his integrity. He takes ownership, stands by his work, and makes things right without hesitation. One example that really stood out: when the quartz countertops were installed, one side wasn't cut perfectly at 90 degrees. I honestly didn't notice the misalignment, but Ricky immediately spotted it. He arranged for the company to come back, remove the affected sections, recut them precisely, and reinstall them flawlessly. I was beyond impressed with Ricky's attention to detail, dedication to quality, and genuine care for his customers. It's clear why I want to give Ricky and GCH 10 stars! They take pride in their work, listen carefully to their clients, and ensure the finished product exceeds expectations. Whether it's a large project or a small detail, they handle everything with professionalism, skill, and heart. Communication was also seamless. Ricky was always accessible--whether by text, email, or phone--and responded quickly. I never felt out of the loop despite living hours away. At the end of the day, what you get with Ricky and Generations Custom Homes isn't just a house--it's peace of mind. He's extremely talented, honest, and hardworking, and his entire crew reflects those same values. My wife and I are beyond thrilled with our new home, and I can say with complete confidence: if you're looking for a builder in the MDI area, stop searching. Hire Ricky Sprague and GCH. You'll be in the best hands possible!

My Maine house on Mount Desert needed serious repairs to the three decks surrounding the house in…read moreorder to get it ready for the market. The previous contractor had done a very poor job, partly because I was out of state for medical reasons. I fired him and then had a difficult time finding a reliable contractor. Ricky Sprague, the owner of Generations Custom Homes, was so moved by my story and angry that an elderly widow had been taken advantage of, that he promised to take on the work, despite having a full workload and worked with me to keep costs as low as possible, given how large the job was. His crew arrived when promised and worked diligently and expertly to repair-- and in two cases to completely rebuild--the decks, so that the work could be mostly complete before I had to leave. Ricky kept me informed of issues that arose, particularly those that would increase the workload and the costs and offered solutions that were elegant and worked with my constrained budget. He and his crew completed the work in little over two months, cleaned up the site, and got it inspected. I am so deeply grateful not simply for the quality of the work but also the respect with which I was treated, and the way Ricky made sure the project came in on time and within budget. I cannot recommend the company highly enough. If possible, I would give them more than 5 stars!