Maine February construction contracts show gains and declines
McGraw-Hill Dodge reports February Maine contracts total 19.95 million dollars up 36 percent from 14.70 million last year. Nonresidential activity climbs above 13.6 million while residential and nonbuilding segments fall. Year to date totals rise 19 percent to 32.69 million with nonbuilding down 31 percent and residential down 5 percent.
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The piece notes homeowners will favor remodeling over moving due to scarce mortgage money and high interest rates. It highlights adding bedrooms porches attics and basements as practical fixes and stresses the kitchen as a key focus for homemakers seeking livelier decor and updated appliances.
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