We Build Homes Like It’s Our Name on the Deed.
Rutland Build was founded to fix what's broken in Vermont residential construction: unclear pricing, poor communication, and slow, stressful builds. We design, plan, and manage every project like owners—not just contractors.
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Who’s Behind Rutland Build
Contractor Based in Rutland, VT
Joel DeSota started in 2016 designing solar infrastructure for commercial clients. That led to full-scale residential development—collaborating with architects, engineers, and modular factories to design container-based neighborhoods across Texas.
Then he did what most designers don’t—he built the thing.
From framing and finish carpentry to concrete, ICFs, monoslab foundations, and full custom home construction, Joel gained firsthand experience in what works and what fails in the field.
Before launching Rutland Build, he managed design, permitting, and execution for large-scale renovations and new builds across Washington State, Texas and New England.
In 2023, he launched Rutland Build to deliver something missing in the industry: a full-service, design-led construction company focused on transparency, quality, and client-first delivery.
Start My Project TodayPlan It Right. Communicate Transparently. Build it to last.
OUR MISSION
To raise the standard of homebuilding by designing and delivering high-quality spaces—with care, craftsmanship, and total clarity—so every client and team member feels proud of the work we do.
OUR VISION
To become the new standard for residential construction in Vermont—by building a collaborative network of professionals who take pride in their craft, communicate with integrity, and deliver homes the right way, every time.
Our Operating Principles.
Plan Before Your Build
Every mistake avoided in planning saves 10x during construction.
Clear Communication = Fewer Problems
Weekly updates. Direct contact. No wondering what’s going on.
Transparent Pricing or We Don’t Build
If the numbers aren’t locked, we don’t swing.
Craftsmanship that Holds Up
We don’t do quick flips. We build for long-term performance.