--- title: "McSwain Builders — General Contractors | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/mcswain-builders-pfvwus-pf~1706907101 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1706907101.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "McSwain Builders" category: ["General Contractors"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/6b63e5c30f05dcc1_7426-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Glennwood Springs,, Colorado 81601, United States" phone: "(970) 514-1223" website: http:// rating: 4.9 review_count: 8 best_of_houzz_awards: 3 last_updated: 2026-09-13 --- # McSwain Builders Original Houzz profile: [McSwain Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/mcswain-builders-pfvwus-pf~1706907101) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** General Contractors - **Location:** Glennwood Springs,, CO - **Serves:** Aspen, Carbondale, El Jebel, Basalt, Snowmass Village, Cattle Creek, Woody Creek, Emma, Missouri Heights - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (8 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2023–2025), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 25 Ideabook Saves - Family owned - Eco-friendly - Offers Custom Work McSwain Builders: Refreshingly Transparent Mountain Construction Since 1996, McSwain Builders has delivered premium custom homes and renovations throughout Aspen, Basalt, Carbondale, Snowmass, and the entire Roaring Fork Valley. What sets us apart? Our unwavering commitment to 100% transparency in every aspect of your project. Our Transparent Advantage While others promise quality, we deliver documented excellence through our comprehensive BuilderTrend platform that eliminates surprises and keeps you informed—whether you're on-site or managing your investment from thousands of miles away. Our signature transparency includes: \- Daily visual documentation with real-time progress updates. \- Comprehensive financial tracking with no hidden costs. \- Meticulous in-wall system documentation before closing. \- Near-zero punch list completions at the project end. Our approach gives you confidence whether you're on-site daily or thousands of miles away. From permits to perfection, we deliver exceptional results on time, on budget, and exactly as envisioned—with complete documentation at every step. Ready to experience mountain construction without the mystery? Contact us today to discover how transparency transforms your building experience. ### Services Provided - Home Remodeling - Bathroom Remodeling - Kitchen Remodeling - General Contracting - Home Additions - Custom Homes - New Home Construction - Home Extensions - Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) - Deck Building - Basement Remodeling - Guesthouse Design & Construction - Garage Building - Flooring Installation - Outdoor Kitchen Construction - Home Restoration - Pool House Design & Construction - Porch Design & Construction - Project Management - Multigenerational Homes - Custom Home Bars - Energy-Efficient Homes - Attic Conversion - Green Building - Window Installation - Shower Installation - Barn Design & Construction - Wine Cellar Installation - Attic Restoration - Sustainable Design - Foundation Repair - Log Home Construction ### Areas Served - Aspen - Carbondale - El Jebel - Basalt - Snowmass Village - Cattle Creek - Woody Creek - Emma - Missouri Heights ### Typical Job Cost $100,000 - 5 million We offer cost + contracts for new construction and remodeling projects. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | McSwain Builders | | Address | Glennwood Springs,, Colorado 81601, United States | | Phone | (970) 514-1223 | | Website | http:// | | License Number | Colorado B.E.S.T. 2104-0276 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/McSwainBuilders/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [McSwain Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/mcswain-builders-pfvwus-pf~1706907101) - **Website:** http:// - **Phone:** (970) 514-1223 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Screened and approved via HomeAdvisor - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2023–2025), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 8 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 48.0 ### All 8 reviews **★★★★★ — Joe Wells, Aug. 2025** > McSwain Builders did a great job building our custom home. Our project manager was professional, very responsive and guided us through the process, including helping make selections easy for us. The whole team went out of their way to make sure our vision of our new home became a reality and make sure we were happy with all aspects of the build. **★★★★★ — Jack Nicholson, April 2024** > We recently undertook a major renovation with McSwain Builders of Glenwood Springs. Frank McSwain and his team stepped in and took over the work when another designer could not execute the project we envisioned. Over the course of the next months the McSwain team did outstanding work to renovate our kitchen, master bath, stairway and fireplace. > The McSwain team rapidly communicated any concerns or issues they experienced during the renovation and help coordinate selections and decisions by bringing in professionals and experts in the various areas (tile, plumbing, etc.) Through phone calls, text messages, or video conferences they highlighted any issues they were experiencing and provided us options to move forward. > We particularly would like to call out Jorge, Raul, and their team. The attention to detail and willingness to rapidly resolve issues helped get this done. The team's hard work and dedication was greatly appreciated! > We highly recommend McSwain Builders! **★★★★★ — Jesse Estrin, March 2024** > McSwain did a terrific job managing our 2 year near-gut home remodel in Snowmass Colorado. We highly recommend working with McSwain for your home remodeling. **★★★★ — Heathe Purichia, Nov. 2023** > REMOVE REVIEW REMOVE REVIEW REMOVE REVIEW REMOVE REVIEW REMOVE REVIEW REMOVE REVIEW REMOVE REVIEW REMOVE REVIEW REMOVE REVIEW REMOVE REVIEW REMOVE REVIEW REMOVE REVIEW REMOVE REVIEW REMOVE REVIEW REMOVE REVIEW **★★★★★ — Hinge Architects, Aug. 2023** > McSwain Builder's are a great firm to work with. They are detail focused, and easy to work with. As an architect, you want (need) a partner to work with you to get the projects over the line on time, and on budget. MB supers ask the correct questions, and on time, and have a teamwork ethos - which makes the project flow easier, and ultimately finish successful. They are one of my 'go to' builders, and I would highly recommend to anyone. **★★★★★ — bryanwhiting, July 2023** > Very professional. Actively listened to our needs, answered questions, developed a plan, sought out approval, made requested adjustments, finished on time, actively reduced costs without affecting quality, provided all invoices, followed up daily during construction and after completion. **★★★★★ — HU-875616004, Sept. 2022** > McSwain Builders did an excellent job on our kitchen and bath remodel in Glenwood Springs. Very professional work and very skilled team. Highly recommended. **★★★★★ — Griff Foxley, April 2021** > Our experience with McSwain Builders has been an absolute success. From their initial visioning and scoping to the ongoing project management and implementation of the many sub-projects, Frank, Tami, and the teams have been punctual, diligent, creative, pristine, covid-safe, and top-notch all around. ## Selected projects - [Chateau Way - Snowmass](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/chateau-way-snowmass-pj-vj~7704772) - Location: Snowmass, CO - Photos: 7 - Description: Contemporary mountain home in Snowmass featuring open living, custom wood kitchen, spa-style baths, and expansive decks with panoramic alpine views. Designed for luxury second-home living with seamless indoor-outdoor flow and Aspen-grade craftsmanship. - [Crystal Canyon Drive - Carbondale](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/crystal-canyon-drive-carbondale-pj-vj~7704171) - Location: Carbondale, CO - Photos: 7 - Description: A modern mountain retreat designed for both beauty and function. This Carbondale home showcases expansive windows that frame the surrounding views, vaulted wood ceilings that bring warmth, and open living spaces ideal for entertaining. The kitchen blends custom cabinetry with a dramatic center island, while spa-inspired bathrooms offer serene finishes and thoughtful details. Throughout the home, natural light, clean lines, and fine craftsmanship create a space that feels both contemporary and ti… - [Village Bound - Snowmass Village](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/village-bound-snowmass-village-pj-vj~7697191) - Location: Snowmass Village, CO - Photos: 7 - [River Valley Ranch 2 - Carbondale](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/river-valley-ranch-2-carbondale-pj-vj~6291100) - Location: Carbondale, CO - Photos: 14 - Description: A great family home with an open lower level floor plan for family time. Classic marble finishes, fantastic tile work and beautiful hickory floors. Dave Rybak/ Rybak Architecture. Sun Mountain Doors. Architectural Windows and Doors. Windsor Windows. Brenda Pringle Specialty Products/Hardwood Flooring. - [Mountain View Lane - Aspen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mountain-view-lane-aspen-pj-vj~6290693) - Location: Aspen, CO - Photos: 12 - Description: Built with extraordinary care for a local architect with attention to the smallest of details. A great family home for everyday living...especially entertaining friends and family! The project started with a careful move and relocation of an existing home. Rich Carr Architect. JELD-WEN Windows and Doors. - [Base of Ajax - Aspen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/base-of-ajax-aspen-pj-vj~6291010) - Location: Aspen, CO - Photos: 12 - Description: Awesome East Coast family comes to Aspen and builds their dream vacation home at the base of Ajax Mountain. TMC Builders brought together their classic Cape Cod taste with a dose of Colorado mountain style to create a Colorado masterpiece. Expansive great rooms for family dining. An unrivaled media room and a state of the art gym. We helped our client manifest their vision for ultimate ski in ski out Aspen vacation home. Bench Craft Custom WoodWorking & Cabinetry. Morning Star Elevator. Pella Wi… - [Faraway Road - Snowmass Village](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/faraway-road-snowmass-village-pj-vj~6291107) - Location: Snowmass Village, CO - Photos: 10 - Description: 5000 square foot custom home built from the ground up way up high in Snowmass Village. This beautiful vacation home features intricate beam work and trim detail, an amazing chef's kitchen with commercial grade appliances, a heavenly master suite, an outdoor Jacuzzi big enough for the entire family and an elevator for easy, convenient access. Hinge architects - Kurt Carruth. Pella Windows and Doors. Genesis Hospitality Cabinetry and Millwork. GE Monogram Appliances. Sun Mountain Doors. Morning St… - [Ski-in Ski-out Condo - Snowmass Village](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ski-in-ski-out-condo-snowmass-village-pj-vj~6290688) - Location: Snowmass Village, CO - Photos: 15 - Description: Complete remodel in Snowmass Village! Luxury 3 bedroom 3 bath ski in ski out condo with an amazing contemporary kitchen in the heart of Snowmass Mountain Ski Resort. Proudly built and re-imagined by TMC Builders, Inc. We dropped the ceilings to open up endless possibility with new energy efficient lighting throughout. We added heated floors in all bathrooms controlled by user friendly touch screens. Our clients, a super cool family from Austin, Texas are now enjoying all of the amenities the Enc… - [Starwood Mountain Retreat - Aspen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/starwood-mountain-retreat-aspen-pj-vj~6291068) - Location: Aspen, CO - Photos: 8 - Description: Whole house remodel in Starwood, a truly unique gated community in Aspen, Colorado. All new interior finishes throughout including diamond plaster and light oak hardwoods. A dream kitchen with custom walnut millwork from Genesis Hospitality, “fresh” concrete countertops from Crossville Studios and appliances from Mountain High including energy efficient products from Wolf, Sub Zero and Miele. The kitchen has a one of a kind custom hanging hood/vent assembly created by Raw Creative in Denver. An… - [Bathroom Gallery](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bathroom-gallery-pj-vj~6290706) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Additions](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/additions-pj-vj~6290708) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [West End Residence - Aspen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/west-end-residence-aspen-pj-vj~6291044) - Location: Aspen, CO - Photos: 8 - Description: Renovation and remodel of classic West End Aspen home. Complete redo of the master bedroom, master bathroom and kitchen. TMC added wood ceilings throughout the main living area, a new office, and a private theatre/entertainment room. We helped our clients transform a really good house with solid “bones” into a super comfortable family home with modern touches and sophisticated, artistic details. Sara Broughton, rowland+broughton architecture / urban design / interior design. Sub Zero/ Bosch Appl… - [Elk Run Residence - Basalt](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/elk-run-residence-basalt-pj-vj~6291052) - Location: Basalt, CO - Photos: 7 - Description: Whole house remodel consisting of a brand new designer kitchen, all new doors and windows, 3 new bathrooms, new custom closets, a re-imagined laundry/gear room with custom cubbies for miles and miles, a new distressed steel & stone fireplace surround and custom steel stair railings. TMC installed new flooring, trim, paint and energy efficient lighting throughout. We also installed a state of the art water treatment system, gave the old HVAC system a serious tune-up and we installed electric powe… - [Basement Gallery](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/basement-gallery-pj-vj~6290709) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Kitchen Gallery](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchen-gallery-pj-vj~6290702) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Arbor Park - Basalt](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/arbor-park-basalt-pj-vj~7728398) - Location: Basalt, CO - Photos: 13 - Description: This modern kitchen remodel emphasizes simplicity and functionality, blending clean lines with natural textures. The bright, open space features crisp white countertops paired with light wood cabinetry for a warm, inviting feel. A stylish backsplash in soft tones complements the color palette, creating visual harmony and a sense of calm. - [Crawford - Glenwood Springs](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/crawford-glenwood-springs-pj-vj~7728392) - Location: Glenwood Springs, CO - Photos: 3 - Description: This cozy yet modern kitchen remodel features a perfect blend of functionality and style, with rich wood cabinetry and sleek, high-end finishes. The warm tones of the wood are complemented by soft, neutral quartz countertops, creating a sophisticated and inviting atmosphere. The tiled backsplash, with its subtle texture and tones, offers a beautiful contrast while maintaining the space's contemporary appeal. - [Bennett - Glenwood Springs](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bennett-glenwood-springs-pj-vj~7728386) - Location: Glenwood Springs, CO - Photos: 5 - Description: This charming kitchen remodel blends modern style with timeless elegance. The soft green cabinetry, accented with natural wood elements, adds warmth and character to the space. High-quality stone countertops offer both beauty and durability, providing an ideal workspace for cooking and entertaining. Custom open shelving above the stove and the under-cabinet lighting bring both function and style, while the classic white subway tile backsplash ties everything together for a clean and sophisticate… - [Wood Run - Snowmass Village](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wood-run-snowmass-village-pj-vj~7728377) - Location: Snowmass Village, CO - Photos: 8 - Description: This modern mountain retreat blends stylish comfort with functionality, perfectly tailored for both relaxation and social gatherings. The open-plan living room features exposed beams, a sleek stone fireplace, and large windows that flood the space with natural light, creating an inviting, airy atmosphere. The kitchen boasts high-end finishes with custom cabinetry, a spacious island, and elegant countertops, making it a hub for entertaining and family gatherings. The bathroom is a sleek, contempo… - [Shadowood - Carbondale](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/shadowood-carbondale-pj-vj~7728367) - Location: Carbondale, CO - Photos: 8 - Description: This kitchen remodel blends timeless design with modern functionality, featuring sleek, custom cabinetry in soft gray and light-colored marble countertops for a refined, spacious look. Natural wood floors and a soft pastel tile backsplash add warmth, while large windows flood the space with natural light. High-end appliances, including built-in ovens and hidden storage, enhance both style and functionality, with a cozy breakfast nook offering additional storage. In the adjacent bathroom, natural… [See all 23 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/mcswain-builders-pfvwus-pf~1706907101) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-13.*