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Maine Home & Design 2014

Jan 2014 Article Maine Home & Design with photos of a recently completed custom home, a solarium in progress, and Chris and Crystal with their trusty horse, Romeo. Call Daggett Builders, Inc for remodeling, new construction, solariums, and horse barns. … Continue reading


Low Cost Kitchen Remodel in Cushing, ME

Kitchen remodels do not have to be extensive or expensive if the kitchen was designed well in the first place with quality cabinetry. We designed and built this house in 1986 and are still right here in Cushing, ME.  I … Continue reading


Purchasing a Property for Your New Home

People often ask us to check out a potential house lot or to help them site a house on their property. Here is a check list of things to consider when purchasing a property. Below the check list is a more … Continue reading


Why is the Other Guy Cheaper?

Why Is the Other Guy Cheaper?  That is a good question and one that is often asked.  It is one that we frequently ask ourselves and others in our industry.   We are constantly looking for ways to improve productivity … Continue reading


Ice Dams & The Spring Thaw – A Bad Combination

It is late winter.  The sun’s strong rays are turning all of that ice and snow into water.  Your roof is dripping and every once in awhile you hear the loud wooshhhhh! of a small avalanche sliding off of your … Continue reading


Newly built Artist Designed Oceanfront Cottage

Spruce Head Island –  Cottage #359 Quintessential Maine! Designed & decorated with care by a well-known artist. She fell in love with the property and dreamed of living there one day.   This cottage on Rackliff Island, ME was built … Continue reading


Safety Is Expensive but Worth The Money

In preparation for spring projects, the whole crew spent the day at a training session on Scaffolding and Fall Protection.   While there we got to see the latest and greatest equipment and decided to replace our safety lines with retractable … Continue reading


Kitchen Design – Certificate of Completion

This was an interesting course.  I learned a lot about catering to client’s needs and picked up some great design tips.  We seem to be doing a lot of kitchen and bathroom remodels lately.  It has put us in the mood … Continue reading


Sunny Sitting Areas-Great article from Builder

This article was written by Shelly D. Hutchins.  We thought it was worth sharing with you. These sunny seating areas allow for outdoor enjoyment in year-round climate-controlled comfort. By  Shelley D. Hutchins Launch Slideshow Sunny Sitting Areas Play Slideshow >> … Continue reading


Exterior Lighting for Safety & Curb Appeal

Have you ever had a neighbor’s lights shine into your bedroom at night?  It is possible to add exterior lighting to your home for security, safety, and visual appeal without disturbing your neighbors. Take your time when selecting exterior lights.  A well … Continue reading