BUILDING TO A HIGHER STANDARD
SINCE 1975
PERSONAL ATTENTION TO DETAIL
In order to maintain personal daily oversight, quality, and project efficiency, we limit the number of project starts to 3-4 per year. Specializing in custom home building, we help transform every blueprint of your dreams into a tangible reality. In the heart of the Rockies, we've become the go-to custom home builder sought by discerning clientele who demand meticulous attention to detail.
50 YEARS OF BUILDING QUALITY CUSTOM HOMES
For over 50 years, we have taken pride in providing honest and accurate project budgets that can be trusted. We have worked to establish partnerships with the most skilled subcontractors in each trade. This helps us maintain smooth scheduling and promotes a cohesive team-driven jobsite. Most projects are substantially completed within a 12-18 month timeframe, which also saves our clients daily operating costs and helps them get into their new homes as soon as possible.
LEADING THE INDUSTRY IN HIGH PERFORMANCE HOMES
Mantell-Hecathorn Builders is the only builder in Southwest Colorado who is committed to certifying 100% of homes to the Department of Energy’s Zero Energy Ready Home guidelines. Each home goes through rigorous third-party testing certification under one or more of the following programs: 100% ENERGY STAR, NAHB Green, DOE Zero Energy Ready, EPA Indoor Air Quality Plus,
EPA WaterSense. Building a custom home with energy-efficient features significantly reduces utility bills by minimizing energy waste and optimizing heating, cooling, and lighting systems.
Experience Colorado's Distinct Architectural Beauty
Rooted in Colorado's unique landscape, our architectural approach reflects the area's rugged beauty and cultural richness. By incorporating local materials and sustainable practices, we aim to harmonize your home with its natural surroundings, presenting honors to both its environment and your perfect lifestyle.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
“After buying land in Edgemont Highlands, we had a chance meeting with a nearby resident who enthusiastically referred us to Mantell-Hecathorn, citing the company's attention to detail and environmental building practices. We called Hunter, who promptly fit us into his schedule and put us in touch with a terrific architect. We have never looked back. Working closely as a team, we designed the house over the course of a year before breaking ground. Hunter was completely on top of the project from the very beginning and we always felt in good hands. As we resided out of town during much of the project, Hunter kept us up to date on all facets of the project and even sent us weekly photos and videos. During our visits to Durango, he made sure to present us with updated schedules, lists of upcoming decisions, and answers to all of our questions. Most of all, he created an environment that fostered dialogue and teamwork. If we suggested changes to aspects of the house, he was always accommodating and laid out considerations of cost and practicality. After we moved in, the Mantell-Hecathorn team continued to make sure that everything was in good order. We never thought we would build a house, but now that we have, we would never consider building one without Mantell-Hecathorn.”
- Erik Z & Binney J
Custom Homes at West Dalton Ranch - Durango North Star
Nestled in the heart of the Animas Valley, West Dalton Ranch presents an exceptional opportunity to build a custom home among the most stunning scenery in Southwest Colorado. For those seeking both privacy and proximity to town, this development is located at the gateway to the San Juan Mountains and is just minutes from downtown Durango.
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