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Articles by Seth Leichnitz

Every article on this page is one I wrote. Most cover what building in Maine really costs and how to hire a contractor without getting burned.

  • 20on Seth's Home Pros
  • 19on Garage Builders Maine
  • 4long-form videos
Seth Leichnitz measuring cabinet drawer boxes with a tape in a basement shop, 2021
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Three Articles to Read First

If you're planning a project in Maine, these three cover the questions I hear most.

Seth's Home ProsHow Much Does It Cost to Build a House in Maine?We break down the cost to build a house in Maine by region and finish level, then cover the five things that push it up and three ways to keep it down.Read the article Seth's Home ProsThe Truth Behind the Maine Contractor EpidemicWhy Maine homeowners can't get contractors to call back, why the state sets no standard for builders, and the checks to run before anyone touches your house.Read the article Garage Builders MaineWhat Actually Drives the Cost of a GarageThe real cost drivers on a Maine garage, ranked. Excavation dwarfs everything else, size matters in 4-foot steps, and your town barely matters at all.Read the article
20 articles

On Seth's Home Pros

Cost guides for Maine projects, plus how to hire, vet and pay a contractor.

  1. 12 Questions to Ask a Contractor Before You SignSeth's Home Pros
  2. Contractor Insurance in Maine: What to VerifySeth's Home Pros
  3. Contractor Red Flags: What to Walk Away FromSeth's Home Pros
  4. Getting a Second Opinion on a Contractor's BidSeth's Home Pros
  5. How Much Does It Cost to Build a Deck in Portland, ME?Seth's Home Pros
  6. How Much Does It Cost to Build a House in Maine?Seth's Home Pros
  7. How Much Does It Cost to Finish a Basement in Portland, ME?Seth's Home Pros
  8. How Much Does It Cost to Remodel a Bathroom in Portland, ME?Seth's Home Pros
  9. How Much Does It Cost to Remodel a Kitchen in Portland, ME?Seth's Home Pros
  10. How Much Does It Cost to Replace Siding in Portland, ME?Seth's Home Pros
  11. How Much Does It Cost to Replace Windows in Portland, ME?Seth's Home Pros
  12. How to Hire a Contractor in Maine Without Getting BurnedSeth's Home Pros
  13. How to Read a Contractor's EstimateSeth's Home Pros
  14. Maine Doesn't License General Contractors. Here's What to Check InsteadSeth's Home Pros
  15. My Contractor Stopped Showing Up. Now What?Seth's Home Pros
  16. The Truth Behind the Maine Contractor EpidemicSeth's Home Pros
  17. What Do House Plans Cost in Portland, ME?Seth's Home Pros
  18. What Is the Actual Cost to Build a Garage in Portland, ME in 2027?Seth's Home Pros
  19. What Is the Actual Cost to Build a Mudroom in Maine in 2027?Seth's Home Pros
  20. What Maine's 1/3 Down Payment Law Means for YouSeth's Home Pros
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19 articles

On Garage Builders Maine

Garage sizes, foundations and costs, plus cost guides for the Augusta area.

  1. Attached vs Detached Garage: Which One Suits Your Maine Property?Garage Builders Maine
  2. Frost Depth in Maine: What Does Your Town Actually Require?Garage Builders Maine
  3. Garage Bay Sizes: How to Size a Garage You Won't OutgrowGarage Builders Maine
  4. Garage Kit vs Stick Built: What the Money Actually BuysGarage Builders Maine
  5. How Much Does It Cost to Build a Custom Home in Augusta, ME?Garage Builders Maine
  6. How Much Does It Cost to Build a Deck in Augusta, ME?Garage Builders Maine
  7. How Much Does It Cost to Build a Garage in Augusta, ME?Garage Builders Maine
  8. How Much Does It Cost to Build a Garage in Kennebec County, ME?Garage Builders Maine
  9. How Much Does It Cost to Build a Garage in Lincoln County, ME?Garage Builders Maine
  10. How Much Does It Cost to Build an ADU in Augusta, ME?Garage Builders Maine
  11. How Much Does It Cost to Remodel a Basement in Augusta, ME?Garage Builders Maine
  12. How Much Does It Cost to Remodel a Bathroom in Augusta, ME?Garage Builders Maine
  13. How Much Does It Cost to Remodel a Garage in Augusta, ME?Garage Builders Maine
  14. How Much Does It Cost to Remodel a Kitchen in Augusta, ME?Garage Builders Maine
  15. How Much Does It Cost to Replace Siding in Augusta, ME?Garage Builders Maine
  16. Modular vs Custom Garage: What You Gain and What You Give UpGarage Builders Maine
  17. Slab vs Frost Wall Foundation: What a Maine Garage Actually NeedsGarage Builders Maine
  18. What Actually Drives the Cost of a GarageGarage Builders Maine
  19. What Are the Typical 2 Car Garage Dimensions?Garage Builders Maine
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Videos and Syndicated Articles

Each long-form video turns into a podcast episode and a set of articles on other platforms.

The TRUTH Behind the Maine Contractor Epidemic, ExplainedWatch on YouTube What It Really Costs to Build a House in Maine Right NowWatch on YouTube What is the ACTUAL Cost To Build A Garage In Maine in 2027?Watch on YouTube
  1. The Real Cost to Build a Mudroom in Maine in 2027Medium How much will it cost to build a mudroom in Maine this year? If you’re reading this, you’ve got your reasons. Months of snow, then months of mud. Boot prints and road salt on the kitchen floor, every...
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