Tide House

Coastal Property Care

Your one trusted point of contact for

caretaking, maintenance, repairs and renovation.

Tide House specializes in professional property maintenance, home updates, and caretaking for discerning homeowners in Camden, Maine and surrounding towns who value quality, communication, and reliability. We manage a wide range of interior and exterior home improvements—from painting and drywall to door and window repair, cabinet installation, trim, flooring, tile, and more—while coordinating licensed trades when required. Every project is handled with care, completed on time, and executed to the highest standard.

Services we offer

Maintenance, Renovations and Repair

Scheduled and on-call services for everyday home and rental issues and renovations.

Seasonal Property Care

Winterizing and de-winterizing, routine inspections and maintenance for homes during the off-season.

Short-Term Rental Repairs

We understand time matters when turning over a property for the next guest. We diagnose issues quickly and address maintenance and repair needs promptly so small problems don’t become costly interruptions.

Pre- and Post Home Sale To-Do’s

Repairs, touch-ups, and improvements that help homes show their best. From painting and cosmetic updates to TV mounting and cabinet, window, and door repairs, we help prepare homes for sale or move-in.

Year-Round Property Caretaking

Comprehensive oversight for vacant and seasonal homes, including winterizing and de-winterizing, storm checks, continued monitoring and preventative maintenance to protect your property through Maine’s harshest months.

Kitchen & Bath Upgrades

Cosmetic updates and layout improvements, including cabinetry, surfaces, fixtures, and finishes.
(For work requiring permits or licensed trades, we coordinate qualified professionals to ensure all work meets code.)

Finish Carpentry, Flooring & Tiling

Interior and exterior siding and trim replacement, window and door installation and cabinet hanging. Installation of hardwood, laminate, vinyl plank, ceramic, and stone tile.

Fixtures & Appliances

Assessment, removal, replacement coordination, and finish work related to fixtures, and household appliances. (Licensed plumbers are engaged when required for new plumbing and permit-required work.)

Age-in-Place Improvements

Grab bars, hand rails, lever door handles, lower thresholds and bathroom alterations to keep your home safe and comfortable.

Lighting & Electrical Replacement

Replacement of light fixtures, fans, and controls. (Licensed electricians are engaged when required for new wiring, junction box issues and permit-required work.)

Painting & Drywall Repair

Meticulous interior and exterior preparation, drywall repair, and finish painting for durable, high-quality results.

Rates & Billing

At Tide House, our goal is to make property care and home improvement simple and transparent for our clients. This section outlines our service and billing policies for maintenance caretaking and repairs.

Daily Services

• Standard Rate: $100 for the first hour (Includes assessment and sourcing of initial job materials.)
• $80 per hour thereafter, billed in 15-minute increments. (Includes on-site work and project-related sourcing time.)
• Materials are billed at cost, plus 10% sourcing fee.

Multi-day Projects

• For larger projects, an on-site consultation and assessment is $65. If the project proceeds within 30 days, this amount is credited toward the total project cost.

• A 30% deposit is required for multi-day or material-intensive projects to commence, with 30% due at mid point, and balance due upon completion.

Caretaking

• Monthly Plans start at $150 and include scheduled exterior walk-arounds, interior checks for heat, leaks, humidity, and alarms, visual plumbing inspections, monitoring for storm or animal damage, plus photo documentation and a report after each visit; when issues are identified, we provide clear documentation and can perform or coordinate repairs upon approval.
- We accept ACH, check, or bank transfer. Invoices include secure payment instructions.
- Invoices are due within 10 days of issue.
- Work may pause if invoices are overdue.
- Late payments incur a 1.5% monthly finance charge.
• $125 per hour for services required after 5 PM, or work requested on weekends & holidays, subject to availability.
Tide House, LLC is fully insured for general liability and property damage for residential and small commercial work.

Independent trade vendors coordinated through us are required to maintain their own insurance coverage.

About Tide House

Tide House, LLC is a premium property care company for home and rental owners in mid-coast Maine. Founded by Ian Dunn, Tide House provides you with a trusted, professional source for multiple-aspects of maintenance and repair — from interior and exterior projects to remodels and renovations —delivering peace of mind through insured, reliable, and transparent service.

Ian brings 25 years of experience in design, home renovation, project management and property management, with a philosophy that centers on efficiency, timeless design, and proactive care, ensuring each home functions beautifully through Maine’s demanding four-season climate. Ian and his wife live in Camden, Maine and in their off-hours enjoy hiking, biking and spending time near the water with their rescue pups.