From the Field

Notes on custom home building, renovations, and concrete work across the Adirondacks and North Country — straight from the crew that builds it.

August 19, 2026

Designing a Great Room for an Adirondack Vacation Home

A great room makes or breaks an Adirondack vacation home. Here is how I plan the layout, ceiling, windows, and fireplace before we ever break ground in Boonville.

Stamped Concrete Patios for Adirondack Camps and Cabins

A stamped concrete patio holds up to Adirondack winters if it's poured right. Here's how I build them for camps and cabins around Boonville and what I check first.

What Drives the Cost of a Home Addition in Oneida County

I break down what actually moves the price on a home addition in Boonville and Oneida County, from foundation to finishes, so you know what to plan for.

Insulating an Adirondack Home for Upstate NY Winters

I build custom homes in Boonville that hold heat through Adirondack winters. Here is how I approach insulation, air sealing, and the details that matter.

Building on a Sloped or Wooded Lot Near Boonville NY

Building on a sloped or wooded lot near Boonville? Here is how I handle grade, drainage, foundations, and tree clearing so the site works with your home.

How Long Does It Take to Build a Custom Home Near Boonville?

I break down what really drives the timeline on a custom home build near Boonville, from design and permits to our short building season and finish work.

Stamped Concrete Driveways: Cost and Care in Upstate NY

I pour stamped concrete driveways in Boonville and the Adirondacks. Here is what drives the cost, how our freeze-thaw winters affect it, and how to care for it.

Kitchen and Bath Remodeling in Boonville: Planning Your Project

I'm Mike Garlock, and here's how I plan a kitchen or bath remodel in Boonville the right way, from layout and materials to the order the work actually happens.

Luxury Lakefront Home Features Worth Building Near Boonville

Building a lakefront or vacation home near Boonville? Here are the features I tell owners to plan for so the house holds up to Adirondack seasons and use.

Timber-Frame vs. Stick-Built Custom Homes in the Adirondacks

I break down timber-frame vs. stick-built custom homes here in the Adirondacks, what each does well, and how I help you choose for your Boonville build.

Decorative Concrete Walkways for Upstate NY Homes

I build decorative concrete walkways in Boonville that hold up to Adirondack winters. Here is how I plan, pour, and finish a path that lasts.

Adding Onto Your Boonville Home: Remodel and Addition Basics

Thinking about adding on to your Boonville home? I walk you through the basics, what drives the work, and how our winters change the plan before we build.

Building an Adirondack Vacation Home: A Boonville Builder's Guide

I build vacation and luxury homes around Boonville and the Adirondacks. Here is how the process works, what to plan for up here, and how to start.

Planning a Custom Home Build Near Boonville NY: What to Expect

What drives the cost of building a custom home near Boonville NY, from site work to finishes. Here is how I break down the price before we start.

Stamped Concrete Patios That Survive Upstate NY Winters

A stamped concrete patio can hold up to Boonville winters if it's poured and sealed right. Here's how I build slabs that fight frost heave and salt damage.

Building a Custom Home in the Adirondacks: Where to Start

Thinking about building a custom home near Boonville? Here is how I start every project, from the land walk to layout, so you know what to plan for first.

Building a High-Efficiency Custom Home in Boonville, NY

What goes into a high-efficiency custom home in the Adirondacks — from a tight building envelope to the in-house crew that handles every stage, start to finish.