About McLain Construction

We are a general contracting firm specializing in custom home building across Colorado’s mountain communities, proudly serving Estes Park, Steamboat Springs, Boulder, and Colorado's Front Range. We specialize in building luxury homes, but that’s not all we build. Whether you’re creating a custom retreat, a new residence, a commercial space, or a smaller project, we bring the same level of craftsmanship and attention to detail to everything we build; no matter the size. We build for every vision.

We began our company seeking to be different than the norm

Phil McLain, an Estes Park native, began his carpentry career almost three decades ago. He then founded McLain Construction in 2009, building a reputation for quality work and reliable project management.
 
By 2019, the company became a full-service general contracting firm that has a strong reputation for high-end custom homes and standout commercial projects. Phil remains actively involved in every project from preconstruction through completion. He stays committed to excellence all while remaining deeply rooted in Northern Colorado.
 
We’re a team built on passion, purpose, and a shared commitment to excellence. Every member brings a unique blend of drive, interests, education, and experience that shapes the work we do and the way we collaborate.

Our Values

PROFESSIONALISM

We pride ourselves on professionalism as that is the key to reaching our commitment to delivering exceptional results that exceed client expectations.

QUALITY & ATTENTION TO DETAIL

Delivering the highest quality homes is our top priority. We are deeply committed to our clients and stand behind every home we build. Our focus on excellence guides every detail from planning to completion.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT & REALISTIC SCHEDULING

The project schedule guides our success, with our team on-site daily to document and verify progress. Updates, photos, and schedules are shared through our online platform to keep everyone informed.

CLIENT COMMUNICATION

We prioritize open communication with our clients and the entire team. By staying ahead of key information and documenting decisions, we keep everyone aligned throughout the process. This collaborative approach ensures transparency around the budget and schedule, leading to successful project outcomes.

SAFETY

We are an ensured and licensed, and safety is our top priority. We value everyone on-site and take a personal approach to address safety concerns.

TRANSPARENCY

We believe in the value of transparency and honesty at every stage of the process, from preconstruction and cost estimation to construction and project completion, ensuring clear communication, integrity and trust throughout.

STRONG PARTNERSHIPS WITH OUR SUBCONTRACTORS

We’ve built strong relationships with local subcontractors, ensuring smooth and efficient project execution. We carefully select reliable, competitive, and high-quality subcontractors for each project.

UNIQUE FOCUS ON CLIENTS

We take the time to understand our client’s unique vision and lifestyle, ensuring that their goals and dreams are met throughout every stage of the process.

Certifications & Recognitions:

  • Licensed Larimer County General Contractor
  • Licensed Boulder County General Contractor
  • Licensed Routt County General Contractor
  • Licensed Town of Estes Park General Contractor
  • Featured in Colorado Homes & Lifestyles' Top Builders List in 2025 & 2026
  • Interviewed in Colorado Homes & Lifestyles Magazine in December 2025
  • Feeney Preferred Contractor
  • Nudura Trained Installer (ICF, Insulated Concrete Forms)
  • Voted number one Estes Park home builder in 2022 & 2021 in the Live Well Estes Magazine
  • Interviewed in the JLC Magazine in 2020
  • Feeney Inc.’s First Place Winner for use of CableRail® in 2025, 2024 & 2020
  • Mentioned in the "Home of the Year" issue of Colorado Homes and Lifestyles Magazine 
  • Featured in an editorial ideabook on Houzz in 2025

Certifications & Recognitions:

Licensed Larimer County General Contractor

Licensed Boulder County General Contractor

Licensed Routt County General Contractor

Licensed Town of Estes Park General Contractor

Featured in Colorado Homes & Lifestyles' Top Builders List 2025

Feeney Preferred Contractor

Nudura Trained Installer (ICF, Insulated Concrete Forms)

Voted number one Estes Park home builder in 2022 & 2021 in the Live Well Estes Magazine

Interviewed in the JLC Magazine in 2020

Feeney Inc.’s First Place Winner for use of CableRail® in 2025, 2024 & 2020

Mentioned in the "Home of the Year" issue of Colorado Homes and Lifestyles Magazine 

Featured in an editorial ideabook on Houzz in 2025

OUR PROCESS

From day one, our goal is to provide seamless and successful construction projects that meet the budget, schedule, and the client’s unique vision for their new home. We hope we can earn a place on your team.

Building Legacies

We don’t just build homes, we build legacies.
As one of Colorado's premier home builders in Northern Colorado, we specialize in building distinctive homes and commercial projects that are truly inspiring. 

Building Legacies

We don’t just build homes, we build legacies.
As one of Colorado's premier luxury home builders in Northern Colorado, we specialize in building distinctive homes and commercial projects that are truly inspiring. 

ESTES PARK OFFICE
1751 N Lake Ave, Suite 107
Estes Park, Colorado 80517
970.412.7471
info@mclainconstruction.com

ALSO SERVING
Steamboat Springs
Boulder
Front Range

ESTES PARK OFFICE
1751 N Lake Ave, Suite 107

Estes Park, Colorado 80517
970.412.7471
info@mclainconstruction.com

ALSO SERVING
Steamboat Springs
Boulder
Front Range