Thorner Building Corp

"As a builder of fine furniture I have a hard time attributing excellence in craftsmanship to rough carpenters, framers and even interior finishers. This pre-conceived notion of mine has been totally reversed now that I've seen the work of the boys at Thorner Building Corp. Theirs is the best architectural workmanship I have seen. From framing to interior detailing their work is superb."
-- Thomas Moser Thomas Moser Cabinetmakers. Auburn, Maine

"Our experience working with Chip was nothing less than first-rate. Thorner Building Corp's broad and diverse building experience, technical know-how, and professional work ethic are not easily found among home builders in the business today. While they are creative, open to trying new and different ideas, and can think outside the box, their major focus is your satisfaction with the finished product. Their skill at balancing construction schedule, sub-contractors, budgetary concerns and project modifications resulted in a beautiful garage and studio that we are thrilled with and have received numerous compliments on. It stands as a testament to their quality craftsmanship. We highly recommend Thorner Building Corp and are confident you will be delighted you chose to work with them too."
-- Carol & Steve Liscovitz Brunswick, Maine

"While working with Chip and Thorner Building Corp, I never had the feeling that I was 3000 miles away from the job site. The communication between our teams was continuous and effective and every effort was made to execute the intent and the specifics of the design. Visiting the jobsite was equally enjoyable. The integration of structure, systems and finish materials was flawless. Since everything had been thought through ahead of time, the surprises were few and far between. Unlike most projects, crisises just didnt' happen. I couldn't recommend Thorner Building Corp more highly."
-- Ned White, Architect McCoppin Studios San Francisco, California

"We hired Chip and his crew 3 years ago to put an addition onto our house that was originally an old summer cottage. Both my husband and I could not have been happier with this team of builders we hired. Whenever working with an old house there are unforeseen problems and this older cottage was no exception. Chip consistently thought outside of the box. Thorner Building Corp solved difficult building problems with creative thinking and always with a great sense of humor. We've heard all the horror stories of builders/contractors but we never experienced any of this with these guys. All construction was completed when they said it would be and cost what they said it would cost. I have recommended this team to several friends and have heard nothing but good things back. They are great!"
-- Mary Lello & Jim Daniels Falmouth Foreside, Maine

"Thorner Building Corp has given years of thought to both the why and the how of green building, and they bring heart and craftsmanship to their work. The good vibes from these wonderful builders are still reverberating from behind the sheetrock."
-- Bruce & Loraine Kohorn Brunswick, Maine

"Chip and crew performed a major renovation project for us in late 2003 while we continued to live in the house. The project was complex and required a great deal of planning and coordination. As a contractor myself, I measure my company's results in terms of Safety, Quality, Cost and Schedule Performance so naturally I expected the same from Thorner Building Corp. They measured up in every category. They selected means and methods that incorporated safe work practices, produced excellent quality work, finished on time and the costs were in line with their original estimate.

"They were always thinking ahead and planning the work to minimize disruption and to maintain cost and schedule targets. Their pride in workmanship is evident in the finished product.

"In short, we would not hesitate to engage them again for other projects."
-- Jackson A. Parker, President & C.E.O. Reed & Reed, Inc. Woolwich, Maine