Windward Shaw

Prior to jumping into a major custom renovation of our multi-generational family home, we interviewed several high-end builders in the Newburyport area, all of whom were highly recommended. From the minute we met George, we knew we would be very comfortable working with Windward Shaw. We discussed with George our important criteria including high-quality workmanship, timing, communication and of course coming in on budget. It was clear that Windward Shaw checked all of those boxes and was the right choice for us. Undergoing a major renovation always has its own complications. Throw in an expedited time frame, a once in a lifetime pandemic and grandparents living in the house during the most of the renovation, and it became an even more complex project. Notwithstanding the unexpected challenges, Windward Shaw exceeded our expectations. They completed the project in the time frame promised, within our budget and with exceptional results! Working with George and his team was always a pleasure. They were honest, responsive, professional, meticulous, totally respectful of the living spaces, and made everyone feel safe while they worked on our home through the pandemic. George presented some really amazing design ideas and worked with us to achieve exactly the vision we wanted for our home - both style and function. He and his team are incredibly experienced and talented. A bonus - they are all genuinely nice people! We have worked with several builders on major renovations on other homes in the past, and we can honestly say that our experience working with Windward Shaw has been the best - as well as the most enjoyable - builder relationship we have ever had. We would not hesitate to recommend Windward Shaw.

George Haseltine built a house next to me mine. While tearing down the old house and fence that abutted my property, they damaged a small retaining wall and planter in my driveway. George promised several times that he would come by and get it taken care of. Finally after repeated attempts he stopped replying to texts, well over a year later.

We hired Windward Shaw to perform a miracle and they delivered on a complete renovation of a historic home. Owners George and Lyndsey Haseltine walk you through every step of the process with patience and professionalism. They communicate thoroughly and respond to questions immediately. George’s ability to work with neighbors, city officials and business partners kept the project running smoothly. His crew and subcontractors are hard working and talented. Our new home is beautiful beyond our imagination and was finished 6 weeks ahead of schedule. We highly recommend George and Lyndsey and their Windward Shaw team.

George Haseltine and the Windward Shaw crew are top shelf. We had the opportunity to see his work prior to starting our project as he built homes for a few of our friends. Although our homes are all different, his signature of quality work and unique finishes shows through on all of his projects. George is very responsive and extremely professional, as are his staff and subcontractors. He is also great to have on your side in working with the Board of Health and the Conservation department as he is very diplomatic and diligent. If you have a project in a coastal area, George has a lot of knowledge and experience to share. I would highly recommend Windward Shaw, we had a very good experience with them.

We did a complete renovation of our house with Windward Shaw. The total experience was excellent. Planning, execution and communication all exceeded our expectations. This was our first project of this magnitude. George and Lindsay supported us through the entire process, including all the major and minor decisions. The project was on time, on budget and we are so happy with our new home. We HIGHLY recommend Windward Shaw!