Frequently Asked Questions

We serve all of New Hampshire and the Greater Boston area, including the Monadnock Region, Keene, Concord, Manchester, Nashua, and surrounding communities. We're based in Munsonville, NH and travel throughout the region for the right project.

We handle a wide range of residential construction work, including:

New construction: Custom homes, ADUs and accessory dwelling units, decks, porches, and outdoor structures.

Renovation & remodeling: Kitchen remodels, bathroom renovations, basement finishing, additions, and whole-home renovations.

Repairs & maintenance: Carpentry repairs, plumbing, electrical, foundation drainage, and general home maintenance.

Painting: Interior and exterior painting, staining, wood restoration, and painting maintenance programs.

Historic restoration: Sensitive repair and restoration of older New England homes, including timber framing, period carpentry, and stone foundation drainage.

Yes — this is one of our specialties. We have deep experience with pre-1900 New England construction methods, timber framing, stone foundations, and period-appropriate materials. We've worked on everything from 1870s farmhouses to mid-century colonial homes.

Yes. We take on everything from full custom home builds and major renovations to smaller repairs, painting jobs, and maintenance projects. If you're not sure whether your project is the right fit, just get in touch — we're happy to discuss it.

A: Yes. We build accessory dwelling units including detached cottages, garage conversions, and attached in-law suites. We can help with design, permitting, and full construction through to finishing.

The easiest way is to call or text Ted directly at 603-933-1693, or email ted@crismancraftsmanship.com. We offer a free initial consultation to discuss your project and assess the scope. description

Clear, consistent communication is something we take seriously. Ted stays in regular contact throughout every project — providing updates, flagging any issues early, and giving you realistic timelines. Our clients consistently tell us this is one of the things that sets us apart from other contractors. We aim to finish on schedule and on budget, and to be transparent when anything changes.

Yes. For projects requiring electricians, plumbers, or other specialists, we coordinate and manage all trades. We work with trusted professionals we've built relationships with over many years, so you don't have to chase down multiple contractors. We handle the project from start to finish.

A few things our clients mention most often: honest advice and realistic estimates, consistent communication throughout the project, genuine craftsmanship rather than cutting corners, and the fact that Ted himself is deeply involved in every project. We're not a large company that hands your job off — you work with us directly, from first call to final walkthrough. Many of our clients return to us for every project they have.

Yes — Crisman Craftsmanship is family owned and operated. Ted's sons assist on projects, and we treat every home we work in with the same care we'd give our own. That family approach extends to how we communicate with clients: honestly, directly, and with real respect for your time and investment.

Crisman Craftsmanship is a family-owned construction and fine carpentry business founded by Ted Crisman in 1998. We specialize in custom home building, renovations, historic restoration, and painting across New Hampshire and Greater Boston. Our team brings deep knowledge of New England building methods, honest communication, and a genuine commitment to quality work that lasts.