~Typical Project Costs ~
In Midcoast Maine
Planning a project and wondering what it might cost? Below are typical price ranges for additions, decks, and structural repairs in Midcoast Maine. These ranges are meant to help you get a rough sense of budget before reaching out. Final pricing depends on site conditions, access and design.
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~Additions~
A typical small addition (12x16 / 192 sq ft)
$75 - 120k finished
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What effects price:
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Bathrooms/kitchens (adds cost quickly)
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Site access and design complexity
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Tie-in to existing house
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Finish level
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Most additions fall roughly between $400-650 per sq ft finished
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~Decks~
​Pressure treated - $75-110 / sq ft
12x16 - $14-21k
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Cedar - $90-140 / sq ft
12x16 - $19-27k
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What effects price:
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Height and stairs
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Railings (big one)
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Site access/slope
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Footings
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Built-ins (benches, planters, etc.)
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Ground-level decks without railings fall on the lower end. Elevated decks with stairs and railings fall on the higher end.
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~Structural Repairs~​
​Most structural work is priced by the day due to unknown conditions
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Typical Project Range
$2,000 - 15,000+
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Common projects:
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Rot repair (sills, rim joists, framing)
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Floor leveling
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Beam and post replacement
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Structural reinforcement
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Typical daily labor cost:
$1,200 - 1,800 / days (crew)
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Includes:
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Skilled carpentry labor
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Tools and equipment
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Site protection and cleanup
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Larger Structural Work:
$10 - 40k+
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Examples:
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Major sill replacement
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Foundation repairs / partial rebuilds
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Large framing corrections
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What effects price:
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Hidden damage (very common)
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Accessibility (crawl spaces, tight areas)
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Temporary support required
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Integration with existing structure
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Structural work often involves uncovering hidden issues. We'll typically start with a site visit and provide a rough range before proceeding.​​​
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Planning a project? Reach out -
we're happy to talk through your ideas and give a rough sense of cost early on.