Multy Builders

09/24/2026

Most renovation headaches start long before the first nail goes in.

After 28 years of building and renovating homes across Addison County and Central Vermont, we've noticed something. The projects that run smoothly almost always have one thing in common: the homeowner walked in with clear priorities before demo day.

Three decisions matter most:

1. Know your must-haves vs. your nice-to-haves
2. Set a real contingency budget (15-20% for older Vermont homes)
3. Decide what stays and what goes before demo starts

Swipe through for the full breakdown on each one. 🔨

Thinking about a renovation? Sort these three out first, and the rest of the process gets a whole lot easier.

09/19/2026

You've probably seen the phrase "building envelope" on a quote from us and just kept reading. Most folks do.

Here's what it means: the building envelope is the continuous shell that separates your conditioned living space from everything Vermont weather can throw at it. Roof, walls, windows, doors, foundation, and all the air sealing and insulation tying them together. One connected system.

Why does it matter on your quote? Because the envelope is what keeps your heating bills reasonable in February, your house quiet during a downpour, and your framing dry for the next fifty years. When we spec ZIP System sheathing, taped seams, or a specific insulation assembly, we're building the envelope.

A weak envelope is the difference between a house that feels drafty in every corner and one that holds its warmth overnight without the furnace working overtime. It's usually invisible once the drywall goes up, which is exactly why it deserves attention before it does.

Next time you see the term on a Multy Builders quote, you'll know we're talking about the part of your home doing the quiet, everyday work of keeping Vermont outside where it belongs.

07/25/2026

The copper cupola catches the first light every morning, and that little detail took us right to the end of the punch list.

This one in Shoreham was a full custom build. Foundation, framing, finish work, wraparound porch, all of it. Start to finish, our crew on site nearly every day.

We keep subs to a minimum on purpose. It means we know every joint, every seam, every piece of trim on a house like this. When something is off by an eighth of an inch, we're the ones who catch it.

The owners wanted a lake house that felt like it had always been there. Elevated on pilings, black-trimmed windows, white siding you can see from the water. Quiet, sturdy, made for long summers and cold Januarys alike.

These are the ones you drive past a few years later and still feel good about. Thanks to the family who trusted us with it. 🛶

07/20/2026

The owners of this beautiful Middlebury area home wanted to build a new garage. They wanted it to be attached to the house and - of course - wanted it to look great architecturally and feel like it was there from day one. Our in-house architect/designer came up with a design and ex*****on that not only looks fantastic, but is very practical and functional.
What do you think? What can we build for you?

07/15/2026

Here's an update on the big barn at Twitchell Hill Farm in New Haven we told you about in March. Happy horses, happy customers!
What can we build for you?

07/07/2026

Dreaming of a custom home, built from the ground up to your specifications?
We do that! Let's find out what we can build together - contact us today!

07/04/2026

Have a wonderful 4th of July - let freedom ring! 🗽

06/30/2026

"Bill and his crew did a fantastic job restoring our falling down barn. They poured a new foundation wall, built a nice retaining wall and while they were at it, they put a new roof on our house, installed some new windows, fixed some siding and re-landscaped around the barn. The crew was very respectful and knowledgeable and were great. They also cleaned up every day after they were done which was really appreciated."

06/24/2026

Multy Builders offers custom new home construction, general contracting, renovations and additions, foundations and excavation work, design, and planning.
From start to finish our crews go out of their way to make your construction project the best you've ever experienced.
What can we build for you?

04/29/2026