Bayview Builders

Gutierrez Studios worked with Bayview Builders on a residential staircase in Annapolis, MD. From the start, the communication, collaboration, and enthusiasm for this project made them a dream team to work with. Their attention to every detail is evident in the high quality of the finished product. Great team to work with!

When my husband and I decided to build our dream house on the Severn River in Annapolis, we were absolute novices. Our only prior experience with renovations had been several kitchen remodels. We had no real understanding of what a major, whole-house renovation would entail. We knew we would need knowledgeable, experienced, proven professionals to guide us, and we were so fortunate to have found exactly the right team: Purple Cherry Architects and Bayview Builders. It was Cathy Purple Cherry who introduced us to Bayview, and after meeting with Dave Carlisle and his team and seeing their work, we were sold. We liked the fact that they specialized in waterfront properties, came highly recommended by our architect, had good relationships with high-quality subcontractors, and offered an online “dashboard” to provide full transparency on every aspect of the job. We had regular meetings with the Bayview team, both onsite and in their office, to review progress and discuss any concerns. The entire team was extremely professional and clearly dedicated to ensuring our complete satisfaction with our new home. Whenever we had a question, we got a prompt, complete and easy-to-understand answer either from Chad Dowling, our construction manager, or from Dave Carlisle directly. Similarly, when their team had questions about our preferences or other matters, they were quick to get our thoughts and keep construction moving forward. Any project the size and scope of ours inevitably requires change orders as it moves from drawings to reality, and Bayview’s tracking system was extremely helpful when we made these changes. We were able to review it online, see the impact on the budget and schedule, and sign off electronically. This type of efficiency really helped to keep the project moving. In addition, it provided a record of every single transaction that went into the creation of our house, including the cost of all subcontractor services and all materials. Throughout the process, Bayview continually stood behind the quality of its work and the work of its subcontractors and made sure we were completely satisfied with every aspect of the house – even going so far as re-working several items at their own expense. As a result, we are thrilled with our new home. It is everything we imagined and more. Dave, Chad and the entire Bayview team became more than our builders, they were our partners in turning a dream into reality. We couldn’t be happier with the home or our experience building it. We were so happy, in fact, we are continuing our relationship with Bayview, using their services to maintain our home. In short, Bayview Builders is a talented, professional team led by an honest, knowledgeable, experienced and fair-minded leader – it doesn’t get much better!

We were introduced to Bayview Builders by our architect. Our kitchen and first floor renovation was a major project for us. Dave and his team at Bayview made us feel completely at ease. From demolition to the final results they were extremely thorough and professional. We lived onsite through the construction so we got to know the team very well. Our project manager Richard was very respectful of our space. Once the project was complete Bayview paid as much attention to the punch out list as the entire project. Dave, Richard and Taylor you guys are the best!! We have moved into phase 3 of construction in our home with Bayview. We wouldn't think of using another company.

Dave Carlisle is the best builder ever. He and everyone on his staff was an absolute pleasure to work with. Dave takes customer service to the highest level. He is extremely knowledgeable about the home building industry, both old school and modern techniques and products. Dave always had at least two solutions to any problem that came up (inevitable in the building industry) and they never cost any more and often ended up being features of our house. We recommended him to our neighbors who are building a new house and they contracted with him without even interviewing other builders because they liked him from the get go and admired the quality of the home he built for us. I couldn't recommend him any higher and would work with him and his staff again any time.

I have worked with Dave Carlisle and his team at Bayview Builders LLC on several projects. Most recently on 2 kitchen in Annapolis. Their quality of craftsmanship is beyond excellent and their service impeccable. You can count on them to complete your project exactly as you imagined, maybe even better.

Bayview Builders is a rare entity. This General Contracting company not only delivers what they promise, but they do so within a reasonable time frame and with exceptional, high quality work. Equally important, they understand the meaning of the word "budget". They don't take short-cuts or cut corners. They worked with my architect and myself to find cost effective alternatives to help us keep within our budget. Renovating, then adding on to our little 1937 Cape Cod became a two-stage project (at my request) and Bayview Builders managed the logistics, materials, subcontractors and inspections seamlessly. This is the 7th house I've built or renovated over the years so I have some experience working with builders and architects. My experience with Bayview Builders tops them all.

Bayview Builders always stresses the importance of the “trinity” – the successful collaboration between client, architect and builder. Having come up in the carpentry trade, the owner Dave Carlisle strives to keep current with recent building trends and emerging materials and techniques. He is always looking for ways to make buildings better - safer, more durable and energy efficient. As a company, they do a good job maintaining communication, setting obtainable timelines, creating a realistic budget and advancing the project forward. Its sometimes challenging to quantify to homeowners what separates one builder from another in terms of quality and cost. Bayview’s work represents a good investment. One can spend considerably more and have nothing to show for it or a little less to have a far inferior product. They pay attention to the small details that create a high quality end product.

Bayview Builders has completed seven projects designed by Scott Rand Architects to date. These projects have consisted of both new custom residential construction and complete residential remodeling and makeovers. All work by Bayview has been performed in the most professional manner and to the highest standards of quality expected of this office. Bayview's project managers are highly organized and thorough in their management of the project from start to completion. Bayview's cost estimating is detailed and accurate. Their pricing is competitive, with a balanced approach to both value and quality. Bayview's relationships with our clients, the owners, have been truly exceptional. They have paid great attention to any and all thoughts and desires the owners have expressed. Their in-house labor force and all subcontractors are skilled craftsmen who take great pride in their labor and the final product. This office anticipates many more successful projects with Bayview Builders in the future.

My husband and I hired Bayview Builders to do an 2,000 sq ft addition to our home that included a new kitchen, master suite, family room and playroom. The project also included significant changes to the existing home. Dave and his team are great to work with. He does a great job managing the sub contractors... his team is professional, talented and curtious. Dave is an out of the box thinker. His ability to work with current technologies made our project run smooth. He would thoroughly research anything that he did not know and would be back to us in a very timely manner. His cost saving value engineering was always appreciated. We have done three renovations and this last one was by far our favorite. To spend 6 plus months working along side a contractor and have no complaints is a milestone. I would not hesitate to recommend Bayview Builders for any size project... new build, renovations, additions.

We have worked with Bayview Builders many times over the years, and have always ended with an outstanding project and positive feedback from the clients. The whole team at Bayview is on point and knows how to get the job done- well!

I cannot speak highly enough of our experience with Bayview Builders. I had done many renovations over the last 30 years and none were as easy and flawless - and enjoyable. Our project manager was outstanding and paid incredible attention to the details and execution of the architects plans. The renovation was completed on time and within the budget - subject to changes we requested. I continue to use the subcontractors associated with this project. They are the best!

We hired Bayview Builders to build our home. We were starting with an empty lot. Everyone we dealt with at every step was kind, knowledgeable, prompt, respectful, helpful, professional, tidy, honest and extremely skilled. The blueprints were done well from an architect but all of our expectations of the house were exceeded. They totally understood our vision and respected it and made it real! We will and have recommended them. We would hire them again! Bayview made the process very easy for us to build our dream home.