I found Megquier & Sons on the internet and was a bit hesitant because the last person I found…read morenever responded to my request. Jacob came over fairly quickly and gave me an estimate. Lots of little jobs. He started working that day, came and finished the next. Work was well done, place left clean, he's knowledgeable, polite, and his pricing is very fair. Will have him back in the spring to do my nasty gutters!

I hired Jacob Megquier to replace a large deck and privacy fence. It's complete and I'm very…read morehappy with the results. He designed it and helped me with ideas for materials. The estimate was close to the final cost of the deck. He scheduled it about 4 months out because he was booked with other jobs until late summer but he started on time and completed on plan. This was a complete replacement including footings and framing. His work is impeccable and it shows in the results. While attaching the frame to the house he had to remove some siding and found some rotted wood. He replaced that and the siding so the house wall is like new. He also ordered the materials, arranged for deliveries and removed the old deck and waste from the site. He talked with me throughout the job about progress and any issues or design decisions. I'm very pleased with the deck and privacy fence and would hire him again for other construction jobs and I give him the highest recommendation.

Sometimes, every time?, it is all about the service technician who arrives at your house. Mike…read morearrived on time and diagnosed the trouble with our well tank. He knew it was a well tank service call so he had a new tank and all the parts already on his truck just in case he had to do a replacement. Our tank was over 20 years old so we knew it was probably a goner before he even arrived. Mike replaced the tank that day and did a great job- neat, curious and explained all that he did. Mike even did a small repair to the well cap after noticing it was loose. This was our first experience with Ray Plumbing and we will call them again if needed.

We've called Ray's for about three different things now since we moved into our home about four…read moreyears ago. Including a cleaning service for our furnace and porta pot rentals. We've had a good experience each time. I especially appreciated the time the crew took on cleaning our furnace as it was badly needed. Twice we called the company after a service to ask follow up questions and they were very informative and professional each time. I recommend this company.

John Avila and his assistant, Jim, were phenomenal in every way! This past December, our furnace…read more"puffed back" and, in eight minutes, deposited soot throughout our entire house. Thus began the long process of dealing with insurance and professional cleaners, but when it came time to paint, Red Ladder Painting Co made the experience seamless and most enjoyable. John helped us to navigate color choices and paint questions, and to orchestrate the process of preparing each room and its contents for painting. We were lucky that John was able to fit us into his schedule and, as busy as he is, he saw the job through to the end without a hiccup. In addition to their stellar painting skills, John and Jim took great care in sealing off rooms to avoid dust transfer and, each afternoon, they left the spaces clean, neat, and tidy. This was much appreciated, given that we were living in the house during this time. And, during this time of COVID, they took the responsibility of mask-wearing and social-distanting very seriously. In short, John and Jim made our house glow! We would not hesitate to have them back and recommend them without a doubt!

We recently moved to the area to a 150 year old house. Having no references for painters, I…read morecontacted Red Ladder and some others through Yelp. John replied promptly and met us to review the project. He was helpful with his insights about the wallpaper removal and plastering. His estimate was reasonable. He and Jim showed up on time, were quiet (no blaring music or phone calls) and kept the place clean. It being an old house, there were some surprises that John explained to us. All in all, the job was done in a most excellent fashion, the rooms look much improved. We're happy to know the walls are in better shape than when they started. The painting job is so fine, we are entirely pleased. John's estimate was reasonable and his work was excellent. I strongly recommend Red Ladder Painting.

Brandon is a gifted craftsman and super honest and reliable. He completely gutted and reconfigured…read moreour whole 2nd floor of our home and added an amazing bathroom. His attention to detail is spot on and he can do any job you can think of. He goes the extra mile to address any questions. Would definitely hire him again !

I was so pleased that Curt responded quickly to my inquiry to fix several inside doors that…read morewouldn't close, and was able to actually do the small job when he stopped by to assess how much work it would be. The price was quite reasonable. I will definitely call on him again when needed!

Curt went above and beyond to fix our garage door, replace window cranks, repair our screen door…read moreand much more. The work is top notch and he treated our home as if it were his own. In fact, I think he left the area around the windows cleaner than he found them! (He even fixed our door jamb on the way out when he noticed it pulling away from the frame.) Definitely give Curt a call for your home repairs or improvements!

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,

they did great clean work on my home. highly recommend this company for there good work and…read moreprofessionalism

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!