Inn Expansion Project “Made in the USA”

Building Design & Rendering by Samyn-D’Elia Architects

As reported on January 23, 2012 by WMUR News 9 in New Hampshire, Church Landing at Mill Falls in Meredith, NH is constructing 15 new suites and an indoor/outdoor pool and sun deck with a fireplace.   Almost all of the products used on the job are manufactured in the United States.  The idea was sparked by an ABC News segment that challenged people to buy American made products.

Developer Rusty McLear said he got together with the builder, Conneston Construction, Inc. and decided to explore the idea of doing the expansion project with only American-made products.  McLear said it did take a little extra effort from the subcontractors to find the materials, but in the end, their efforts led to positive morale on the job site.

He said only two things had to come from outside the U. S.  One of the buildings needed a small elevator that couldn’t be found in America, so it was purchased in Canada.  There were also some electrical supplies that weren’t produced by American companies and they had to be bought from Mexico and India.

Although some things, such as hinges, were slightly more expensive to buy in the U. S., other items such as nails for a nail gun were cheaper.  McLear said that in the end, he felt he was getting a better product.

The project started in late September and is expected to be completed in May.