Home Construction & Renovation in the Catskills

Since 1995, Whritner Builders have taken their clients’ dreams and made them reality. From the most elaborate ground-up, full-home construction projects to the most intricately detailed kitchen and bathroom renovations in upstate New York, they’ve built it all. Modern estates, eco-friendly renovations, country cabins, farmhouse redesigns: no project is too large to tackle, no task too small to be executed with style & perfection.

One of the most respected general contractors and builders in Upstate New York, Whritner Builders operates out of Hobart, NY, and works in Delaware County as well as Otsego, Schoharie, and Ulster Counties. They build, renovate and restore homes and businesses with an unmatched eye for detail and unparalleled commitment to craft. Recently, they’ve expanded to the national stage, building and renovating houses on HGTV’s Cousins Undercover, Vacation House for Free, and America’s Most Desperate Kitchens.  Now the country knows what Catskills’ home owners have known all along: from kitchen renovations to bathroom redesigns to new home construction, you’re in great hands working with Whritner Builders!


John Whritner of Whritner Builders

John Whritner of Whritner Builders

Whritner Builders has the capacity to create whatever you want, however you want it. John often serves as a hands-on general contractor, spearheading the project and making sure every last detail is right. He is comfortable executing the design of an architect, or working directly with the owner to draft and realize their home design plans.

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A Word from Our Clients

Twenty plus years of fine craftsmanship and attention to detail have won Whritner Builders the affection of homebuilders, renovators, designers, architects and TV producers. We’ve built a strong reputation for creativity, sound judgement and flawless execution.

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Cousins Under Cover

Whritner on TV

Over the last several years, Whritner and crew have expanded beyond the Catskills, handling renovation and construction for several nationally syndicate TV shows,  including Cousins UndercoverVacation House for Free, and an upcoming episode of America’s Most Desperate Kitchens.

As Seen On TV

Catskills Outbuilding Construction

Outbuilding Design & Construction

Whritner Builders can also work small! Over the years they’ve built a number of amazingly creative outbuildings — gazebos, boathouses, art studios, and more. Have you dreamed of your own little spot on your property? Let them help you realize that dream.

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