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.

September 5, 2026

Snow Load and Roof Design for an Adirondack Custom Home

Building in Boonville means designing your roof for real Adirondack snow. Here is how I plan roof pitch, framing, and drainage so your home holds up all winter.

Choosing Exterior Materials for a Luxury Home in the Adirondacks

Picking exterior materials for an Adirondack luxury home comes down to snow, sun, and upkeep. Here is what I look at before we settle on siding, stone, and roof.

Gutting and Rebuilding an Older Boonville NY Farmhouse

Thinking about gutting an old Boonville farmhouse? Here is how I approach the demo, the surprises behind the walls, and what I check before we start.

Concrete That Holds Up to Upstate NY Freeze-Thaw Cycles

Boonville winters wreck bad concrete. Here is how I pour slabs, patios and driveways that survive freeze-thaw, from the base up, and what I check on site.

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.