Business Details
Your Trusted Construction Partner in New Hampshire
Since 1996, our team has delivered high-quality construction solutions rooted in structural integrity and client empowerment. We specialize in residential and commercial new builds, renovations, and restoration projects, combining hands-on expertise with transparent project management. Our cost-plus methodology ensures clients maintain full budget control through detailed documentation, real-time financial reporting, and open communication. With decades of experience in challenging environments like Colorado's alpine regions and New Hampshire's diverse landscapes, we prioritize equity-building practices and client education.Our services include design assistance, septic system installation, excavation, and subcontractor coordination, all executed with a commitment to accountability and precision. By documenting every decision through RFIs and progress photography, we provide unmatched transparency for local and long-distance clients alike.
Services
Project Management
ICF Foundations
Carpentry Services
Excavation & Septic
Renovations & Restoration
Design & Permitting
Structural Framing
Trim Carpentry
Masonry Work
Cost Code Tracking
Highlights and features
- We operate on a transparent cost-plus model with full financial documentation
- Our team has 25+ years of alpine and residential construction experience
- We provide start-to-finish project management with client budget control
- We offer free initial design consultations for residential projects
- We document all decisions through RFIs for complete project transparency
Services
Project Management
Our comprehensive project management covers residential and commercial builds from design through occupancy. Clients receive real-time financial tracking, documented decision records (RFIs), and progress photography. We maintain full transparency with cost-plus pricing, allowing budget adjustments throughout construction while ensuring structural integrity and code compliance.
ICF Foundations
We specialize in Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) foundations that combine energy efficiency with structural durability. This method creates thermally stable building envelopes suitable for New Hampshire's climate. Our ICF expertise ensures proper installation for both residential and commercial applications, meeting exacting building standards while improving long-term energy performance.
Excavation & Septic
Our excavation services include land clearing, grading, and septic system installation. As a NH-licensed septic installer, we handle complete wastewater management solutions for residential properties. We coordinate earthwork requirements with construction timelines, ensuring proper site preparation while maintaining environmental compliance through approved methods and materials.
Carpentry Services
We provide structural framing and finish trim carpentry for new construction and renovation projects. Our craftsmen handle both rough framing elements and detailed interior/exterior woodwork. Services include custom cabinetry, millwork installation, and historical restoration while maintaining structural requirements and aesthetic quality standards across residential and commercial applications.
Design & Permitting
We offer complete design assistance and permitting services for residential projects at no additional charge. Our team creates construction documents that meet local code requirements while managing the approval process with municipal authorities. Commercial projects receive engineered plans and architectural specifications tailored to specific zoning and structural needs, ensuring smooth regulatory compliance.
People
Jon Kwiatkowski
Owner
With 25+ years in construction since founding High Country Framing in 1996, Jon Kwiatkowski brings alpine building expertise to NH projects. Licensed in septic installation, he oversees operations with emphasis on structural integrity and client transparency since relocating full-time in 2012.
Questions
What construction services do you offer?
We provide full-service construction including project management, ICF foundations, carpentry, excavation, septic systems, and renovation services for residential and commercial properties.
How does your project management process work?
Our cost-plus model includes detailed budget tracking, documented decision records (RFIs), and regular financial reporting. Clients maintain full control over spending with transparent invoicing and adjustment capabilities.
Do you handle both residential and commercial projects?
Yes, we manage new construction and renovations for both residential homes and commercial buildings, adapting our approach to meet specific structural and regulatory requirements.
What areas do you serve?
We operate throughout Central New Hampshire, including Belknap, Carroll, Grafton, and Merrimack Counties, with experience in diverse terrain and climate conditions.
Is design assistance included?
Free design consultation and plan development come standard for residential projects. Commercial work includes engineered plans with associated fees for structural engineering and architectural specifications.
