163 N Main St, Strong ME 04983
“It's great to have this lumber store close by. They've had what we've needed each time we stop in. Nice to frequent a local store and support a local business.”
435 Carrabassett Rd, New Portland ME 04961
“We had been searching for a special screen door for our screen porch and found it at Western Maine Screen Door. Craig, owner and craftsman, was so accommodating and made time to meet us when we visited his workshop. It is a very special place. Now we are ordering shutters for a small bathroom window inside our home. I totally recommend this small business!”
244 Front St, Farmington ME 04938
“A member of my family has had a share here ...since the Farmers Union was founded in 1917. I've been coming here for quite some time. Have seen many faces of staff in the feed room turn over. They've had the same crew working there last couple years, and I have to say they are a particularly good group. They have animals and livestock themselves, always helpful and professional. I especially like that I can buy good hay here year round now, consistent quality, have it loaded for me. Easy peasy lemon squeezey. The range of hardware/ home/ farm items in the store is excellent. If you just busted something, they probably have it for sale. The Just Ask Rental portion is fantastic ...if you just busted something that requires a $200 tool to fix.”
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