Something good we made

NorthStar Contracting

Location: York, Maine

About the Project

NorthStar Contracting Services is a family-run contracting company in York, Maine, built with integrity, skill, and a heart for community. Established in 2018 by a father-and-son duo, they witnessed the lack of standards within the contracting industry and saw a need for professional, honest, and reliable contractors. Their dream was to change that standard, one trust-building project at a time.


As their reputation grew through residential and industrial work—painting, carpentry, media blasting, and restoration—they realized it was time for an online presence that reflected their character as much as their craftsmanship.
NorthStar wasn’t looking for flashy polish—they needed a brand that authentically represented their dependable, down-to-earth culture.
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Various social media posts
We began by listening, asking questions, learning stories, and understanding how NorthStar serves Maine through their diverse expertise.

We spent time learning who they are and where they want to go, asking questions until we had the information needed to provide a brand that matched their mission. This process informed an "industrial but approachable" logo that felt solid without feeling sterile.

We crafted a comprehensive brand guide to anchor NorthStar’s visual voice, then built a semi-custom WordPress site that conveys the heart behind their work. The approach prioritized substance over style, ensuring every element reflected their commitment to doing the job right every time.

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Brand photography
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Brand photography
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Marketing Strategy Report
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Brand photography
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Brand photography
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Business cards & Mailing materials
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Branded company truck

Ongoing Partnership

From there, we stepped into a true partnership: managing NorthStar’s social media, designing marketing tools and print assets, and providing warm, professional photography to showcase both their work and character. We didn't just create marketing materials—we built ongoing support that allows the Maine community to see NorthStar as a trustworthy investment.


The results speak to the power of authentic branding. NorthStar’s Facebook following grew substantially, social media pages generated numerous leads, and after investing in professional photography, they started getting noticed not only by potential clients, but also by their community, prospective partners, and large corporations. Their market share and recognition grew dramatically in a short time.

Our marketing succeeds because it's genuinely collaborative: we diligently communicate NorthStar’s values, while their team confirms the validity of our marketing by consistently living out those values. Through our work, NorthStar hasn’t just raised their visibility—they’re now a trusted brand, both online and in their community, and frankly, they’ve earned it.

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Mockup of NorthStar website on various devices
Let's build something good together.
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