--- title: "Northtowne Builders, LLC — Home Builders | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/northtowne-builders-llc-pfvwus-pf~973163494 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~973163494.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Northtowne Builders, LLC" category: ["Home Builders"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/db13d31a01ab30b9_6864-w400-h400-b1-p10--.jpg address: "120 North Perkins Street, Ridgeland, Mississippi 39157, United States" latitude: 32.4122 longitude: -90.1207 phone: "(601) 691-1496" website: http://www.garynsmith.net rating: 5 review_count: 5 best_of_houzz_awards: 2 last_updated: 2026-09-22 --- # Northtowne Builders, LLC Original Houzz profile: [Northtowne Builders, LLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/northtowne-builders-llc-pfvwus-pf~973163494) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Home Builders - **Location:** Ridgeland, MS - **Serves:** Jackson, Madison, Pearl, Brandon, Ridgeland, Flowood, Piney Woods, Tougaloo - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (5 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2014–2015), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 10 Ideabook Saves Award Winning Home Builder - Custom Home and Kitchen Construction, Remodeling, Bathroom Remodel, Home Inspection Services and Building, Sunrooms, Decks, Porches, Coaching and Consultation in Central Mississippi. Born in CA and moved to Mississippi in 1959. I've call Metro Jackson Mississippi home since 1974 where I've worked in residential construction for over 42 years in all phases: build/design, remodeling, professional home inspection and consulting. I started my career as a cabinet maker, have built and contracted hundreds of homes, partnered in several subdivision developments and work as an Energy Use Proponent helping my clients save their hard earned dollars. Call the most experienced home inspector in Mississippi. A name you can trust. Gary N Smith ### Services Provided - Home Inspection and Construction Coaching ### Areas Served - Jackson - Madison - Pearl - Brandon - Ridgeland - Flowood - Piney Woods - Tougaloo ### Typical Job Cost $1,000 - $500,000 Cost Plus Commission, Oversight Fee Building and Turn Key Pricing ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Northtowne Builders, LLC | | Address | 120 North Perkins Street, Ridgeland, Mississippi 39157, United States | | Phone | (601) 691-1496 | | Website | http://www.garynsmith.net | | License Number | MS109 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Northtowne Builders, LLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/northtowne-builders-llc-pfvwus-pf~973163494) - **Website:** http://www.garynsmith.net - **Phone:** (601) 691-1496 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Builder of the Year - 2009 - Best in Show - 2005 - Best of Mississippi - 2005 - ICC - International Code Council - 2003 - Home Inspector - 2003 - FHA Consultant - 2001 - Licensed Builder - 1984 - Created - 1973 - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2014–2015), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 5 reviews** ### All 5 reviews **★★★★★ — pete110, Oct. 2014** > This home was listed by Go Flat Fee Realty on 4-17-14. At the time of listing both the owner and I knew there were issues with the property that would keep it from being a quick sale, as the home hadn’t been updated in over 20 years of the sellers ownership. > Contacting you for help was the smartest move I could have made. I kind of figured this one would test your resolve, as you would be making your recommendations of the updates they needed and communicating with an owner who was in another state, who speaks broken English at best. > Not being the first time, I have requested your help on a repair/remodel job. I knew that you would treat my client with courtesy, respect and give them a fair price for the work they needed. > I felt I needed to reach out to you and let you know how thankful I am for your job very well done! New flooring, counter tops, painting, landscaping and various plumbing repairs your crews made on the property were completed a lot quicker than I or the owners ever expected, with quality material and at a price the owners were very happy with! Best thing is, I never had to be involved, and we received an accepted offer to purchase within two weeks of your completed updates and repairs! > Part of me would like to keep Northtowne Builders my secret! But I also know when you provide exceptional service in a respectful and courteous manner as you do……It doesn’t take long for those kinds of secrets to be exposed. > > Pete Prisock > Broker/ Owner > Go Flat Fee Realty LLC **Comment from Northtowne Builders, LLC:** > Pete - we're thankful for the opportunity to help you! GoFlatFeeRealty.com is a fantastic concept. Having spent the last 30+ years building homes and subdivisions in Metro Jackson offers your client the most bang for their buck. We're hard to fool when the conversation turns to residential construction, we were very glad to help and hope you'll call us again soon! **★★★★★ — Pearlgirl Pearl, July 2014** > I was heartbroken because my refrigerator would not fit in the space provided in my new house. Mr. Smith, with Northtowne Builders, was so nice and promptly came out, checked it out and was able to remedy the situation --- in a morning! Excellent work while being very courteous and respectful. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for any type of carpentry work. **Comment from Northtowne Builders, LLC:** > Was a pleasure! Great location and true potential in the home you and your real estate professional Ed Diez (Coldwell Banker Graham and Assoc) uncovered! Good times ahead for you! **★★★★★ — zaza, Jan. 2014** > Gary did inspection on a house I was buying. First he has very down to earth personality. He explains > things in common sense language. My experience with him was like he was a teacher. I learned a lot > from him and I would recommend him highly. No doubt he is knowledgeable in his field and he passes > this knowledge effectively to his clients. **Comment from Northtowne Builders, LLC:** > Thanks zaza! You've bought a lovely home in a great neighborhood! Good luck with the new digs! **★★★★★ — Marcus\_B Sanders, Aug. 2013** > Gary is without question one of the most skilled builders and knowledgeable home inspectors out there. He is energetic and is an out-of-the-box thinker. He is an excellent teacher and a true craftsman. He loves what he does and it shows. Two thumbs up. **★★★★★ — dmray123, June 2013** > Responds to emails which is very unique in the building world from my experience. Also, was willing to give free advice on other issues, and was never tired of questions. I hope I can find the funds to start the next project! ## Selected projects - [Harahan Road, Pearl Mississippi](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/harahan-road-pearl-mississippi-pj-vj~1615866) - Location: Jackson, MS - Photos: 9 - Description: The project will include a total renovation of the interior with new kitchen cabinet faced with updated doors and drawers, counter top, sink and faucets and new electric stove. We'll demo both bathrooms and install new toilets and sinks/counters. Outside the roof will be replaced, new columns installed at the carport and porch and we'll paint new shutters and exterior trim. - [Fireplace Redesign](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fireplace-redesign-pj-vj~737032) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - Description: Sometimes the solution to a poor design is simple. Tear it down. Our client's roof was leaking and the reverse board and batten wood siding was rotting. We replaced it with Hardi-Plank and left the vented fireplace with a short chimney. The owner installed a non-vented gas log set years ago and didn't want to lose the function of the "fireplace". Although shortening the flue will prevent them from building a "real fire" in the fireplace - they love this option and hope to spend this winter enjoy… - [Montessori School - Sunroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/montessori-school-sunroom-pj-vj~623744) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - Description: A new space for the children! We turned their screen porch into a air conditioned sunroom by installing 1 inch safety glass, insulated doors and PVC trim materials for long term care. They love it! - [Street Appeal](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/street-appeal-pj-vj~578865) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - [Carport Conversion](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/carport-conversion-pj-vj~257584) - Location: Jackson, MS, MS - Photos: 1 - Description: We took this carport (open on front and back) and added a garage door and entry door. The owner asked to leave the rear open. We fenced the rear for security and keyed the new locks to the existing key sets. - [Transformation - Braxton, Mississippi](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/transformation-braxton-mississippi-pj-vj~275458) - Location: Braxton, MS, MS - Photos: 9 - Description: Acting as a construction coach, I consulted with my client as we took this home (looks more like a barn) and gutted the baths, wrapped it paint grade siding, added a metal roof, a screened porch and new heating and cooling systems. The owner funded the project with and FHA insured loan called the 203(k). Call me for home building coaching and consulting. "Now that's a smart move!" [See all 6 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/northtowne-builders-llc-pfvwus-pf~973163494) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-22.*