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Cormack Construction Earns NHHBA Cornerstone Award for Home of the Year
Take a peek inside an award-winning 6,600-square-foot custom home in New Hampshire's Lakes Region
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Reflecting on 2025 with Gratitude
As 2025 comes to a close, all of us at Cormack Construction Management are reflecting on a year that has been challenging, yet deeply meaningful. This year brought significant loss to our company and our community. In July, we lost our founder, Gordon Cormack , whose vision, integrity, and passion for building laid the foundation for everything we do. Just one month later, we also lost our vice president of production management, Mike Campbell , a leader whose knowledge, tale
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Award-winning Historic Home and Barn Renovation in Freedom, NH
Take a peek inside a 200-year-old, four-generation home and barn we renovated in Freedom, NH.
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How Cormack is Embracing Sustainability
By implementing energy-efficient practices at our office and wood shop, Cormack is showing homeowners how green design can be beautiful, practical, and enduring.
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Celebration of Life for Gordon Cormack
The Celebration of Life for Gordon Cormack will be held on Saturday, September 6th, 2025.
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Fall Maintenance Guide for Homeowners
As you savor the beauty and joys of the fall season, be sure to carve out some time to prepare your home for the colder months ahead. Use our Fall Maintenance Guide for Homeowners to help ensure your home is safe and comfortable this winter. 1. Inspect Your Roof Your roof protects your home and everyone and everything inside it. If it is exhibiting the common signs of trouble noted below, or getting up there in age, get it inspected by a professional. Signs of a Roofing Prob
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Designing Your Home for Accessibility and Flow
When it comes to building a home, seemingly small details—such as the width or placement of a hallway or door—can have a profound impact on how you experience and interact with your living space. Cormack’s design-build team gives careful consideration to these and other details and here’s why: Accessibility Wider hallways are essential to an accessible home, especially for individuals using wheelchairs or walkers. While a standard hallway width of 36 inches might suffice, i
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Home Fire Prevention Tips
About this photo: An East Conway, New Hampshire home was still under construction when it caught fire. The owner went from working on it one afternoon to seeing it go up in flames later that evening. October marks National Fire Prevention Month , a time to highlight the importance of fire safety in our homes. In this blog article, Cormack Vice President of Operations and Finance Suzanne Edwards, who also serves as the assistant fire chief for East Conway, shares tips on prot
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Planning a Spring Building or Remodeling Project
Having just wrapped up the holiday season, most of us are probably not thinking about our spring home-building or remodeling projects. However, while everyone else focuses on staying warm and cozy, some advanced home project planning can offer many benefits. 1. Getting ahead of the game. Whether you plan to build a new home, garage, or addition or remodel an existing space, planning now helps ensure everything goes smoothly once the weather warms up. Some tasks—including exca
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Should You Paint or Stain Your Cabinets?
Whether you’re building a new home or remodeling an existing one, you’ll have to make some important decisions about your kitchen and bathroom cabinets. One of these decisions includes whether to paint or stain them. Here are some important considerations to help you in making your decision: Aesthetic When choosing between painted or stained cabinets, it’s important to think about the kind of aesthetic you’re going for. Painted cabinets provide a clean, smooth finish and a mo
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Create a Relaxing and Welcoming Guest Bedroom
Learn how to create a welcoming guest bedroom that no one will want to leave!
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Light Up Your Home This Holiday Season
Exterior Lighting Tips From the Pros The holiday season is upon us, but it’s not too late to light up your home like a pro. Here are some tips on safely and successfully decorating your home’s exterior with lighting. 1. Start with a Design Plan. Don’t purchase any lights before taking the time to plan your design. Walk around your property and identify the areas you want to highlight, taking measurements. If it’s your first time decorating with outdoor lights, you might want
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Reduce the Clutter and Chaos with Custom Storage Solutions
The quote, “A place for everything and everything in its place,” is an organizer’s philosophy that has stood the test for over 300 years. If you’re having trouble following this age-old wisdom and keeping your home organized and tidy, custom-built storage may be your solution. The Problem with Store-bought Storage Systems You may have tried to organize your home with store-bought cabinets, shelving, or drawers. These often fail to help you get and stay organized because they
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Should You Have a Single or Double Sink in Your Bathroom?
When remodeling your bathroom, one of the first decisions you’ll make is choosing between a single or double sink. Factors like space, household needs, and personal preference all come into play—and there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. If you’re unsure which is your best choice, here are some considerations to help you decide. Single Sink Benefits and Considerations 1. Space Efficiency A single sink is the best way to maximize your floor space if you have a small bathroom. I
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Bathroom Remodeling Guidelines for Aging in Place
If you plan to remain in your home as you grow older, adapting your living space to meet your changing needs and preferences is essential...
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The Essence of Custom Trim Millwork: Elevating Your Home’s Architectural Design
In the world of custom home building, details matter. From the overall structure to the smallest elements, each aspect contributes to...
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Embracing Sustainability: 9 Eco-Friendly Strategies for Your New Home Construction
Building a new home provides a unique opportunity to embrace eco-friendly practices that offer lasting benefits. Incorporating...
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Safeguard Your Home with Effective Waterproofing Solutions
Water is essential to life, but it can also be your home's worst nightmare. If left unchecked, moisture can lead to a range of problems,...
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Stay Warm, Save Money this Season: Energy-Efficient Strategies for your Home
As a homeowner, you know the challenge of maintaining a comfortable living space while keeping your energy bills in check. Fortunately,...
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Bathtub or Shower? Choosing the Right Option for Your Bathroom Remodel
Are you embarking on a bathroom remodel and grappling with the dilemma of whether to install a bathtub or a shower? This decision can...
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