Home Builders in Gilford Area

NH.Solar · 01-24-2021, 01:55 PM

I have worked with Wood and Clay on two projects over the last year and can't say enough good about both the quality and design of their workmanship, the way they work with their contractors, and especially the amazing talent of their on-site job boss Lee Cram to coordinate a bunch of self centered sub-contractors (me included).
Sub-contractors usually just want to get in, get their work done as best and as quickly as possible, and move onto the next job. I've worked on a few sites where this could lead to not only delays but also disharmony amongst the contractors. Never fun, and a house built under those conditions can't possibly be perfect nor will it have the type of harmonious "soul" that can make a simple building project immediately feel like a home. Lee has the ability to balance all of the contractors individual desires and create an atmosphere where they enjoy working together rather than in conflict. Given the choice I would rather have my home built with love and care and W&C would always be at the top of that list ...and for you, they're right in the neighborhood.
A second nearby recommendation for you based on my experience would be Caleb Johnson in Center Harbor. Caleb's operation is much smaller and he doesn't have a website that I know of, but I have been through a few homes that he built and the workmanship is like W&C's, absolutely exquisite.
Finally I did a project in Franconia two years ago where I witnessed a home that was for me the most beautiful Adirondack design I had ever seen. The designer/builder was Simon Baker. Would he venture down to the far side of the Lakes region? I don't know, but at this point in your planning I would certainly suggest reaching out to him.
Lot's of great builders around, but as has been well mentioned above, you will need to be patient to get your best result ...it will be worth the wait

tis · 01-24-2021, 03:38 PM

I agree but I believe Wood and Clay will be a wait. They have a lot ahead of them.

codeman671 · 02-02-2021, 03:34 PM

I am beginning to think that finding someone that isn't a year out is like finding a unicorn.

jbolty · 02-02-2021, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by codeman671

I am beginning to think that finding someone that isn't a year out is like finding a unicorn.

My friend does fine home building and I think they put up about four per year. They are fully booked through the end of 2022 and will not discuss 2023 until at least this fall.

Descant · 02-02-2021, 05:19 PM

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Originally Posted by codeman671

I am beginning to think that finding someone that isn't a year out is like finding a unicorn.

There is obviously unsatisfied demand which means opportunity. I just reserved the domain "Unicorn Builders.com". I'm willing to sell it when you get started. LOL. Actually, Google gave 8.6MM responses, but I still think it's a nice name.

01-24-2021, 01:55 PM	#1
NH.Solar Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Jackson Pond, New Hampton Posts: 248 Thanks: 48 Thanked 142 Times in 79 Posts	Wood & Clay I have worked with Wood and Clay on two projects over the last year and can't say enough good about both the quality and design of their workmanship, the way they work with their contractors, and especially the amazing talent of their on-site job boss Lee Cram to coordinate a bunch of self centered sub-contractors (me included). Sub-contractors usually just want to get in, get their work done as best and as quickly as possible, and move onto the next job. I've worked on a few sites where this could lead to not only delays but also disharmony amongst the contractors. Never fun, and a house built under those conditions can't possibly be perfect nor will it have the type of harmonious "soul" that can make a simple building project immediately feel like a home. Lee has the ability to balance all of the contractors individual desires and create an atmosphere where they enjoy working together rather than in conflict. Given the choice I would rather have my home built with love and care and W&C would always be at the top of that list ...and for you, they're right in the neighborhood. A second nearby recommendation for you based on my experience would be Caleb Johnson in Center Harbor. Caleb's operation is much smaller and he doesn't have a website that I know of, but I have been through a few homes that he built and the workmanship is like W&C's, absolutely exquisite. Finally I did a project in Franconia two years ago where I witnessed a home that was for me the most beautiful Adirondack design I had ever seen. The designer/builder was Simon Baker. Would he venture down to the far side of the Lakes region? I don't know, but at this point in your planning I would certainly suggest reaching out to him. Lot's of great builders around, but as has been well mentioned above, you will need to be patient to get your best result ...it will be worth the wait __________________ Peter NH Solar

01-24-2021, 03:38 PM	#2
tis Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 6,952 Thanks: 796 Thanked 1,497 Times in 1,042 Posts	I agree but I believe Wood and Clay will be a wait. They have a lot ahead of them.

02-02-2021, 03:34 PM	#3
codeman671 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 3,605 Thanks: 223 Thanked 856 Times in 519 Posts	I am beginning to think that finding someone that isn't a year out is like finding a unicorn.