One of Michael Davis’s signature constructions
Breitenbach Builders
No matter the size, all of Stephen Breitenbach’s projects are high quality. “You can’t build a Mercedes- Benz one day and a Kia the next,” he says. Properties range from 4,000 square feet to the famous Three Ponds Farm, a 60-acre behemoth complete with an 18-hole golf course. 5 Tradesman Path, Bridgehampton, 537-2220
Farrell Building Company
Joe Farrell has built roughly 250 homes in the area. “It’s purely a passion,” he says of his work, which includes a recent $16 million mansion. “I still love digging holes.” 2317 Montauk Hwy., Bridgehampton, 537-1068
The I. Grace Company
Their flagship operation is commissioned private residences, but their reputation and credibility in the field led to an expansion into consulting. I. Grace helps clients find the right local builder for their project by estimating costs, soliciting bids, and negotiating contracts. 212-987-1900
Kean Development Company
From the hills of the North Shore to the marshes of the East End, Kean specializes in building on complex tracts of land. They construct homes in styles ranging from French country to Georgian. 5 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor, 367-9696
McLoughlin Construction
Besides building four to six homes per year, McLoughlin Construction has a service and maintenance division that looks after properties once the homes are built. 8 Hardscrabble Ct., East Hampton, 324-2400
Michael Davis Design & Construction
Founder and CEO Michael Davis was a Hamptons real estate broker before turning to building. “We’re a boutique operation,” he says. “We’re not trying to churn houses out.” They build English country and shingle-style traditional homes and recently restored a 1750s English barn house. Sagaponack, 537-4444
Plum Builders
Their extensive collection of licenses and credentials afford clients “cutting-edge information and a better level of service,” says co-owner Mary Giaquinto. Where others have to demolish and build new, their experience has allowed them to save and renovate cherished homes. 45 Pantigo Road, East Hampton, 329-1300
RB Shore Development
“At my jobs, there’s never a day when something is sitting still,” says owner Robert Beer. His scheduling prowess and long-standing relationships with subcontractors allow him to work quickly—completing homes in less than a year—without sacrificing quality. Beer also builds his homes to Energy Star efficiency specifications. 516-860-6843
Sea Level Construction
For 25 years, owner Anthony Bonner has been building and renovating some of the finest homes “from Remsenburg to Bridgehampton,” he says. They tackle projects that are unique for the area, from building a European-style brick home, to renovating a 125-year-old country-style house. 23 Jagger Lane, Westhampton, 288-8840
Witty & Gazda
Clients feel comfortable working with owners Pat Witty and Jim Gazda because of their hands-on approach. They personally check the job sites every day, and the Sagaponack office is centrally located to all of their sites. 331 Sagg Road, Sagaponack, 725-7291