Running our own home construction and remodeling business since 1975, we understand custom homebuilding as few others can. We are passionate about building and are recognized by clients, subcontractors, suppliers and inspectors for our attention to detail and dedication to build with quality from the foundation up.
Our principals are on site daily to create each client's vision and to ensure our high standards of quality are met by all subcontractors, workers and suppliers. This enables a project to be completed smoothly and as efficiently as possible, saving the client significant time and money. We limit the number of projects that we take on to ensure our ability to personally oversee each job.
U.S. Department of Energy's Housing Innovation Awards recognizes the top 1% of builders in the nation for innovation and creating homes of the future today. We carry out our motto in every aspect of construction, from plan and design through the beauty of the finish work. We apply those same standards of quality to all the unseen construction details that are so important in building a durable, comfortable and beautiful home.
Our principals are on site daily to create each client's vision and to ensure our high standards of quality are met by all subcontractors, workers and suppliers. This enables a project to be completed smoothly and as efficiently as possible, saving the client significant time and money. We limit the number of projects that we take on to ensure our ability to personally oversee each job.
U.S. Department of Energy's Housing Innovation Awards recognizes the top 1% of builders in the nation for innovation and creating homes of the future today. We carry out our motto in every aspect of construction, from plan and design through the beauty of the finish work. We apply those same standards of quality to all the unseen construction details that are so important in building a durable, comfortable and beautiful home.
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Greg and Hunter Mantell-Hecathorn were the first Builders in Colorado to earn the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Designation of Master Certified Green Professional. As of the 2020, they are the only 2 builders in Colorado and 105 nationwide to hold this accreditation. Every Zero Energy Ready Home offers a cost-effective, high performance package of energy savings, comfort, health, and durability unparalleled in today's marketplace.
Upon arrival, the first thing you notice might be the beautiful Douglas-fir siding. As you walk into the home and soak in its attractive contemporary design you see large panes of glass that let in the surroundings. Among many noticeable features are the beautiful high ceilings with exposed be. For the second year, Mantell-Hecathorn Builders has been selected as Grand Winner of the Department of Energy's National Housing Innovation Awards.
Since 2013, The U.S. Department of Energy's Housing Innovation Awards has recognized the very best in innovation on the path to zero energy ready homes. The Housing Innovation Awards recognize forward-thinking builders for delivering American homebuyers with the home of the future, today. San Juan Citizen's Alliance and Green Business Roundtable Green Business Leadership Award - One of three finalists for all businesses.
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Marcy Edwards
Jan 01, 2022
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness
The team at Mantell-Hecathorn are fantastic to work with! SolarWorks! has been their solar partner for 12+ years. They are organized, efficient and build the most beautiful energy efficient homes. Their attention to detail and personal touch make them the best! Thanks Hunter & Greg!
The team at Mantell-Hecathorn are fantastic to work with! SolarWorks! has been their solar partner for 12+ years. They are organized, efficient and build the most beautiful energy efficient homes. Their attention to detail and personal touch make them the best! Thanks Hunter & Greg!
Bob Grunert
Dec 26, 2021
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Mantell- Hecathorn Builders is the premier energy efficient home builder in the southwest. Their commitment to a higher grade product is second to none. They work with the best tradesmen in the area and have built a team that is second to none. If you are looking to build your dream home and are looking for quality and efficiency then the choice is clear.
Brian Huff
Dec 25, 2021
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I have had the pleasure of working with the Mantell Hecathorn team in a professional capacity for the past five years. Their professionalism and open communication throughout the design process is appreciated. With a commitment to their net zero homes and honest dialogue regarding budgets, starting a new project with Greg and Hunter is always a privilege.
Christine Jerpbak
Nov 23, 2021
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From our first meeting with Mantell-Hecathorn Builders, it was immediately clear that Hunter and Greg were the right team for our project. Our goals for our retirement home in Durango were for a high quality, energy efficient structure, with a design that complemented the building site and surrounding Twin Buttes views. We wanted an open interior design that would meet our changing needs as we aged.
Hunter and Greg were very easy to work with; they listened to us and were responsive to our wants and needs during both the design and building process. We lived out of state and construction occurred
Hunter and Greg were very easy to work with; they listened to us and were responsive to our wants and needs during both the design and building process. We lived out of state and construction occurred
William Ivison
Sep 28, 2021
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Mantell-Hecathorn Builders are without question the best and most experienced Net Zero Energy builder in Southwest Colorado. They pioneered the Net Zero energy efficient home building process in the Durango/Southwest Colorado area, have won statewide awards for this and in our opinion are head and shoulders above any other builders for homeowners who want to build the highest efficiency home possible.
We found Greg Mantell-Hecathorn’ s trustworthiness and attention to detail during the entire building process to be a great relief and a refreshing change from contractors who seem to have an excuse
We found Greg Mantell-Hecathorn’ s trustworthiness and attention to detail during the entire building process to be a great relief and a refreshing change from contractors who seem to have an excuse
Paul Black
Feb 02, 2021
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After buying our lot and interviewing a number of local builders, we selected Mantell-Hecathorn Builders as our first choice. Our goal was a Durango home that was built according to green standards of excellence and high energy efficiency. Together with architect Brian Huff of Reynolds Ash and Associates, Greg and Hunter Mantell-Hecathorn were attentive to our goals during the design process that resulted in an open concept dining, living space, and studio linked to an incredible kitchen. This design and construction team made certain our home was placed on the lot to maximize the views of the
Christina Rinderle
Dec 26, 2020
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I've worked with Greg and Tara personally and professionally over a number of years in various capacities and have great admiration for their high integrity, work ethic, and commitment to excellence in Green Building. They are very knowledgeable in creating high-quality energy efficient homes with high-performance ratings. Mantell-Hecathorn Builders remains on my top list of area builders for these reasons among others!
Concetta DiRusso
Apr 26, 2020
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Glenn Harsh
Feb 05, 2020
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We are thrilled with our new home built by Mantell-Hecathorn Builders. We've built several homes over the years, and this has been our best experience by far! Their attention to detail, responsiveness, and willingness to go "above and beyond" has been stellar. From our first meeting to a final Certificate of Occupancy was less than 11 months, which is phenomenal especially considering we live 1300 miles from Durango and this was not an easy/standard building site. Greg and Hunter have outstanding relationships with subs, and all their subs are exceptional. They were open to alternative suppliers
Gary Gear
Dec 07, 2019
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In 2018 I contracted with Mantell-Hecathorn Builders to construct a custom home for my family in the Twin Buttes development in Durango, CO. I highly recommend this company if you are planning to have a residence constructed. These people are true professionals and made a very stressful and expensive project run smoothly. Greg's family and team… constructed the highest quality and most energy efficient house I've ever owned. If you are planning to have a new home built, save yourself a lot of headaches and choose the best, Mantell-Hecathorn Builders.
Tile & Light Art Of Durango
Oct 12, 2019
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Our business, Tile & light Art of Durango, has been working with Mantell-Hecathorn Builders for years. Greg, Tara, and Hunter are professional, knowledgeable and endlessly talented in architecture and design. Their main concern is always client satisfaction and building a beautiful, quality, energy efficient home. Mantel Hecathorn Builders listens and works with clients- their high standards are meticulous enough for customers to never worry that a detail has slipped through the crack. There are no cut corners with Mantel Hecathorn Builders, however, second to quality, budget still remains a priority
Daniel Connet
May 10, 2019
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As a local craftsman I have had the pleasure of working for and with Mantell-Hecathorn Builders for 10 years. I have also worked with a number of other contractors. M-H Builders are at the top of their class. They work long hours and use their resources to make sure each job site is running smoothly, while making quality time together as a family.… M-H Builders treat all subcontractors (all of which are top quality, and a pleasure to work with as well) and clients with respect. They have strong opinions on how to get things done correctly while always being open to intelligent collaboration
Katie M. Bisogno
Apr 15, 2019
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This team is one of the most knowledgeable building teams around, they excel at building beautiful custom homes with an emphasis on high performance Green Building and Energy Efficiency. Working with them is always a wonderful process as they are detail oriented and customer focused; the result is always a beautiful custom home that meets rigorous energy standards, built Green, and is exactly what the customer envisioned.
Alison Denk Epstein
Dec 04, 2018
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We are so pleased with our new home and our experience throughout the process of working with Their integrity is impeccable, as is their attention to detail, and their willingness to truly make our custom home the best it could be based on their experience and our preferences. We thoroughly enjoyed working with , Greg Mantell-Hecathorn, Tara and Miranda, and the entire team of fantastic subs they assembled.
Christina Cummings
Feb 21, 2018
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Our firm has had the pleasure of working with Mantell-Hecathorn Builders on custom homes for several years. The team at M-H is thoughtful, knowledgeable and professional. Their goal is to provide the owner with a well built home that meets the owners needs and desires.
Tony Whittle President TL Roofing
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Paul LeNeveu
Sep 14, 2017
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