Question 1

Do I have to go to the town hall to pull permits for my remodel?

Accepted Answer

You won't need to step foot in a code enforcement office. About Coatings handles all municipal permit pulling for building, electrical, and plumbing work. We also coordinate the local code inspections directly with the town inspectors to ensure your project stays on schedule and is 100% compliant.

Question 2

How do you keep sanding dust and paint fumes from ruining the rest of my house?

Accepted Answer

We take property protection very seriously. Before any prep begins, we erect heavy-duty containment barriers and deploy commercial HEPA air scrubbers. This creates a negative pressure zone that traps microscopic dust and pulls fumes out of the air, keeping your living quarters completely clean.

Question 3

Do I need to hire my own plumber and electrician, or do you handle all the trades?

Accepted Answer

About Coatings operates as a full-service General Contractor. We manage every phase internally, including plumbing rough-ins, finish plumbing, electrical lighting, and structural carpentry. You deal with one team, eliminating the delays of juggling multiple disconnected subcontractors.

Question 4

Do you build custom vanities?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We offer custom woodworking and finish carpentry to build bathroom vanities, linen towers, and storage solutions that fit your space perfectly.

Question 5

How will I know what is happening with my remodel day-to-day?

Accepted Answer

We believe in absolute transparency. Our team provides Daily Project Logs to keep you informed of our progress every step of the way, ensuring you never have to guess what was completed today or what is scheduled for tomorrow.

Question 6

Do you offer exterior painting or deck remodeling?

Accepted Answer

As a standalone service, no—we specialize exclusively in high-end interior transformations. However, because we operate as a full-service General Contractor, we take 100% ownership of any project we build. If your interior kitchen or bathroom remodel requires moving a window, altering an exterior wall, or patching and painting outside siding, we manage and execute all of that exterior work. You will never need to hire an outside contractor to finish a piece of a project we start. If it is part of the remodel, we take care of it completely.

Question 7

Will the price of my remodel change once the project begins?

Accepted Answer

We provide highly detailed, itemized estimates before we ever swing a hammer so you know exactly where your investment is going. Unless hidden structural damage is uncovered after demolition or you request specific design changes mid-project, the price we quote is the price you pay.

Question 8

Is your company fully insured for high-end residential work?

Accepted Answer

Yes. About Coatings carries comprehensive liability and workers' compensation insurance. We protect your home and our crew at every stage, giving you complete peace of mind while we are working on your property.

Question 9

What areas in Southern Maine do you serve?

Accepted Answer

We provide elite interior remodeling services strictly for Cumberland and York counties. Our primary service areas include Saco, Biddeford, The Kennebunks, Scarborough, Portland, Cape Elizabeth, and Falmouth.

Question 10

How do I start the process, and how far out are you currently booking?

Accepted Answer

Because we dedicate our internal crew to one project at a time and never rush our finish work, our calendar fills quickly. The first step is to Set Up A Call Back through our website. We will discuss your vision, provide an initial timeline, and let you know our current waitlist availability.

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About Coatings: Interior Remodeling & Pricing Guide