Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted General Contractors in Ithaca, NY
Phelps Building & Remodeling has served the Ithaca, NY area since 1970 as a trusted general contractor specializing in residential construction and renovation. With over 50 years of combined experience, our team delivers comprehensive solutions from full-house renovations to new construction, prioritizing client collaboration and quality craftsmanship. We integrate modern green building practices while maintaining traditional craftsmanship, offering services ranging from passive solar design to interior/exterior painting.Our process emphasizes transparent communication, cost-effective solutions, and meticulous attention to detail. Recognized for transforming diverse projects including cottages, barns, and luxury homes, we maintain industry-leading standards through systematic project management and continuous innovation. Our expertise extends to preconstruction planning, site evaluation, and thermal imaging technology, ensuring optimal results for every client.
Services
Home Renovations
New Construction
Kitchen Remodeling
Green Building
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of combined residential construction experience
- Our full-service approach covers design through project completion
- Pioneers in green building with passive solar expertise since 1980
- We maintain direct client communication throughout every project
- Detail-oriented craftsmen preserving traditional construction techniques
What people say
Creative ideas
Sensitive to needs
Reasonable price
Quality craftsmanship
Timely completion
Services
Home Renovations
We transform residential spaces through comprehensive renovations including structural modifications, interior upgrades, and exterior enhancements. Our team handles projects of all scales from bathroom updates to complete home overhauls. With decades of experience, we combine functional improvements with aesthetic enhancements while maintaining historical integrity where appropriate.
Green Building
Our eco-friendly construction methods incorporate passive solar design, energy-efficient materials, and environmentally responsible practices. We've specialized in sustainable solutions since developing our first passive solar home in the 1980s, continuously refining techniques to reduce environmental impact while maintaining structural integrity.
New Construction
We build custom residential properties from foundation to finish, specializing in energy-efficient designs and traditional craftsmanship. Our process includes site evaluation, blueprint development, and comprehensive project management to ensure quality execution of the client's vision.
Project Management
Our systematic approach oversees every project phase from preconstruction planning through final execution. We coordinate logistics, safety protocols, and quality control while maintaining direct client communication to ensure timely completion within budget parameters.
Passive Solar Design
We specialize in designing and constructing homes that maximize natural solar gain through strategic orientation, thermal mass materials, and insulation techniques. Our expertise dates to the 1980s, creating modern energy-efficient homes while maintaining traditional building methods.
People
Frank Phelps
Owner
With over 40 years in residential construction, Frank leads our team in maintaining traditional craftsmanship while adopting modern green building techniques. He oversees project strategy and client relations.
Questions
What types of residential projects do you handle?
We specialize in full-house renovations, new construction, kitchen/bath upgrades, passive solar designs, and exterior transformations including painting and carpentry.
How long have you served the Ithaca area?
We've provided construction services in Ithaca since 1970, maintaining generational craftsmanship while adopting modern green building techniques.
What sets your green building approach apart?
Our passive solar expertise since 1980 combines energy efficiency with traditional craftsmanship, using materials and methods that reduce environmental impact.
How do you ensure project quality?
We implement systematic quality control through preconstruction planning, thermal imaging assessments, and continuous client communication during all project phases.
Do you handle both small and large projects?
Yes, from single-room painting to 7,000 sq ft renovations, our team adapts to project scale while maintaining consistent quality standards.
