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Cornerstone Construction

Building and Maintaining Homes Since 1996

Serving Smith Lake and North Alabama Communities

Our Purpose

At Cornerstone Construction, we don’t just build houses—we create homes where life happens. With honesty, transparency, and craftsmanship at our core, we guide you through every step of the process, ensuring your vision comes to life on time and within budget.

Your goals are our foundation, and your satisfaction is our success.

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AWARD WINNING PROJECTS

Modern house with large windows and deck at dusk, surrounded by bare trees.

THE SIPSEY ESTATE

This stunning modern lakefront estate blends natural beauty with refined design. Expansive glass walls, warm wood finishes, and open living spaces capture breathtaking lake views throughout. Featuring mirrored luxurious suites, custom bunk room, mirrored gourmet kitchens, and inviting outdoor living areas, this estate offers the perfect balance of comfort, craftsmanship, and contemporary elegance — ideal for relaxed lakeside living.

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Smith Lake home exterior before a complete remodel by Cornerstone Construction
Remodeled Smith Lake home exterior with covered decks and modern architectural details
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AFTER

THE RETRO REMODEL

This home began as an existing property with incredible potential—and a client with a clear vision. Many areas had fallen into disrepair, requiring the electrical and plumbing systems to be completely updated and brought to code. We leveled the floors, added a spacious primary suite and bathroom, and fully transformed both the interior and exterior. What was once a dilapidated house is now a beautifully renewed home, thoughtfully rebuilt for the way our clients live today.

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Smith Lake home exterior before a custom home addition
Completed Smith Lake home addition designed to complement the original exterior
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ROCK CREEK ADDITION

This lakefront addition combines luxury, accessibility, and stunning views. The new bedrooms and bathroom feature wide doorways, open layouts, and large windows framing the water, while the expanded laundry room offers bright, wheelchair-friendly functionality with custom cabinetry and lake views. Seamlessly blending with the home’s original design, this project enhances comfort, style, and connection to the outdoors. 

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Our Services

CUSTOM HOMES

Our under-roof cost estimates typically range from $270 to $290 per square foot, depending on project specifics. Schedule a site consultation for a ballpark cost to build your dream home. A $250 consultation fee does apply.

REMODELS & ADDITIONS

Costs for remodels and additions can vary widely depending on the scope and complexity of the project. To provide an accurate ballpark estimate, we schedule an on-site consultation to evaluate your space and discuss your goals. A $250 consultation fee applies.

DRAFTING & DESIGN

We’re more than just a builder—we’re a full-service company. Our in-house drafting and design teams work closely with you to bring your vision to life. Pricing for these services varies based on the size and complexity of your project.

HOME MAINTENANCE

Protect your investment with our $190/month subscription, offering hassle-free home maintenance, routine upkeep, and minor repairs. Everything is conveniently managed through our company app so your home is always ready when you are.

The Cornerstone Standard

Plan First

Detailed pre-construction helps reduce uncertainty and creates clearer expectations before construction begins. 

Build Beyond Minimums

Our Gulf Coast building experience shaped a higher standard of construction—one that goes beyond Alabama’s minimum code requirements to prioritize strength, durability, and long-term performance.

Stay Connected

Buildertrend keeps project communication, selections, photos, budgets and documents organized throughout the build. 

Finish With Intention

We believe quality is found in both the structure you cannot see and the details you experience every day.

inspect along the way

Quality is checked throughout construction, with multiple inspections helping ensure each phase is ready for the next.

Think Long Term

We make building decisions with durability in mind, focusing not only on how a home looks when finished, but how it will perform for years to come. 

-Deborah W., Smith Lake Living Magazine

"Kevin was very willing to work with us, and was very responsive and accomodating, He shared our enthusiasm about building something new with materials and applications he had never used before."

-Billy C., via Google Reviews *****

"Cornerstone is a professional builder who, in my experience, delivered a great product within the expected timeline. I enjoyed working with and getting to know them very well, and was impressed with the effort they are putting into building, not only houses, but a solid business for the Smith Lake Community."

-Katie R., via Google Reviews *****

"We built our home on the lake with Cornerstone in 2022-2023 and couldn't have been happier with the process and the finished product. Start to finish, it took 12 months, which was well within their estimate of 12-15 months. Our project manager, Scott Cagle, was regularly present on the job site and..."

-Leanne C., via Google Reviews *****

"I can't express how pleased we are with Cornerstone Construction except to say that over the years this company has given us quality work with experienced employees, a clean worksite, and work done in a timely manner. Communication is easy and efficient and the work is completed the way we ask- sometimes better..."

-Suzie C., via Google Reviews *****

"Absolutely loved working with Kevin Noe and his amazing crew. They made our building experience easy. They were very professional and responsive to our needs. We had a few change orders along the way and they were happy to oblige. Their knowledge of building on a lake front property was invaluable..."

-Mark W., via Google Reviews *****

"Everyone I came in contact with at Cornerstone was truly professional, helpful and courteous. We had a special request that Cornerstone work to complete our addition by Christmas so we could be together at our lake home for the holidays with our youngest son and his family before the Army deployed him"

-Tom M., via Google Reviews *****

"Cornerstone was a delight to work with on my renovation project at Smith Lake! Highly recommend them!"

-John G., via Google Reviews *****

"After getting building estimates from 6 different builders that were the highest recommended builders on local Facebook referral pages, Cornerstone had the most comprehensive estimate and what we determined was "best value". Six years later, we have had no issues and..."

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Ready to begin your project?

Start with a conversation about your property, your plans and what you want your home to become. 

Large stone and timber house with screened porch

AREA Awards 2026

Custom Home Over $2M - Winner

Stylish outdoor living space with lake view.

AREA Awards 2026

Outdoor Living Under $150k - Winner

Modern custom lake home with dark siding, stone accents, large windows, and multiple outdoor living spaces at Smith Lake Alabama.

AREA AWARDS 2026

Custom Home $1-$2M - Runner-Up

Timber-frame custom lake home with natural stone exterior, exposed wood beams, large windows, and covered outdoor living space.

AREA AWARDS 2026

Custom Home $1-$2M - Runner-Up

Custom lake home with a covered outdoor living area, exposed timber beams, modern railings, and warm exterior lighting.

AREA AWARDS 2026

Whole House Remodel Over $500,000 - Runner-Up

Cornerstone Construction company story highlighting a family legacy of faith, craftsmanship, and home building.

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Article: On Solid Ground       

July 2026