Building in the Adirondacks means building for real winters. A custom home in Boonville has to hold heat through January, shrug off heavy snow loads, and still feel open and bright the rest of the year. That balance doesn't happen by accident — it's designed in from the foundation up, and it's why we keep every stage of the work in-house.
Why Efficiency Starts at the Shell
The most comfortable homes we build are the ones with the tightest building envelopes. Before a single fixture goes in, the shell does most of the work: insulation, air sealing, and windows that are sized for the view without bleeding heat.
That groundwork pays off every month you own the home:
- Lower heating bills through long North Country winters
- Even temperatures from room to room, with no cold corners
- Quieter interiors, sealed against wind off the lake
- A smaller mechanical system that costs less to run and maintain
One Crew, One Point of Contact
When framing, concrete, and finish work all run through the same crew, nothing gets lost in the handoff between subs. You call Mike Garlock, and the person you talk to is the person accountable for the build.
If you're weighing a project, the best place to start is our recent work — it shows the range of homes, renovations, and concrete we've handled across the region, all built start to finish by M.E. Garlock Construction.