Today…
Casco Bay Hardwood Flooring is a family business built on decades of craftsmanship, care, and respect for the trade.
The company was founded by my father, who immigrated to Portland, Maine from South Africa in the 1980s and built a reputation for meticulous hardwood floor restoration, refinishing, and installation. His dedication to quality and hands-on craftsmanship laid the foundation for everything we do today.
I grew up alongside this work and have spent the past 15 years working shoulder-to-shoulder with my dad, learning the craft from the ground up. Through deliberate, hands-on practice and out-of-state schooling focused on sanding and finishing, I’ve developed a deep understanding of wood floors—how they’re built, how they age, and how to bring them back to life. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to work on auditorium floors, museum spaces, historic buildings, and countless homes belonging to friends, family, neighbors, and fellow Mainers.
Today, I’m proud to carry Casco Bay Hardwood Flooring forward, guided by the same values it was built on: small crews, strong work ethic, clear communication, and uncompromising attention to detail. I’m continually refining my skills and staying curious about better methods, better finishes, and better results.
I’m excited to continue improving the homes and businesses of our community—one floor at a time.
- Ian Leslie, second generation craftsman
