DESIGNING, BUILDING & REMODELING SINCE 1925

As a family, we have been building and remodeling homes since 1925, as well as over a span of three generations.

The building process revolves around the client, their needs, wants, and their budget. We never try to push a client towards an outcome that can benefit the company. The client will formulate a list of needs and we will help design a project around these needs, in conjunction with the site.

Our Mission

Our Mission at Joseph Chapdelaine & Son's is to provide our clients with superior service. We use an innovative design and planning process with a budget conscious approach to every project. With having the finest crafts people available, we are able to complete jobs on time with unwavering attention to detail for your home, or remodeling project. This was our grandfather Joseph's legacy.

RJ Chapdelaine

Our Grandfather and Grandmother; Joseph and Florida Chapdelaine, came from Canada in 1924. Joseph started Jos. Chapdelaine & Sons, Builder in 1925.  Through years of hard work and dedication to his craft, he became a premier local builder. Original Chapdelaine homes can be found throughout Springfield, Longmeadow and East Longmeadow. Through the generations, Joseph's range for building homes expanded from Western Mass to regions in northern Connecticut. The name Chapdelaine is often used as a descriptive testament to the quality of a home. The start of the second generation occurred in the 1940's and 50's. Brothers: Roland, Gerard (Jay), Bobby and Roger did on-site construction work, while the sisters; Yvette and Lucille managed the office. The family continued to build homes throughout Western Mass, Northern Connecticut and Southern Vermont. Third generation builders: RJ and David Chapdelaine ran the show together for some time and remained dedicated to the craft of building quality homes like their Father, Grandfather and Uncles.  Today, RJ has taken full ownership of the company.  On his own, he is making sure to stay true to the quality of homes and remodeling projects, as the generations before. Joseph Chapdelaine & Sons is a family-owned company that prides itself on managing each project from start to finish.  RJ still employs many of the same people as his father to maintain a level of integrity, with regard to workmanship and attention to detail that Chapdelaine Builders is known for.

RJ Chapdelaine is a third generation owner at JCSI and has been involved in the business for over 40 years. RJ is a project manager/owner who enjoys managing projects from start to finish.  He works closely with project design from additions or remodels to homes of all sizes and levels of finish. Many clients need design ideas, or plans for their project. This is RJ's forte. He has been involved in numerous projects and would be happy to walk all his clients through the design process and how it works, and the costs associated with varied design levels. RJ also has a background in the framing of houses and additions. This background gives him a strong knowledge in structure, the basis of construction. This also helps in the design of the many variations of home styles found in New England.

Gary has worked with Chapdelaine Builders for over 40 years. He began his career as a framer, then moving on to becoming a finish carpenter, cabinet installer, and has been in his current position as a Project Manager for about 20 years. It is his job to ensure that your project is completed in a timely and professional manner. He makes every effort to maintain Chapdelaine’s reputation for high quality products and workmanship. As much as Gary likes to hear customers talk about our attention to details and craft, he is just as pleased to hear them talk about how comfortable and at ease they are with all of our employees and sub-contractors. 

Hunter is a fourth generation Chapdelaine working for Chapdelaine Builders. He began working for the company at the age of thirteen doing various tasks such as demolition, framing, and finish carpentry. He is now working alongside Jennifer and RJ to learn the scope of Project Management, as it plays a role in the future of Chapdelaine Builders. Hunter studied at The University of Massachusetts, Amherst where he graduated with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Building and Construction Technology. He is passionate about Building Science and Sustainable Design, and hopes to incorporate new and innovative building practices into future projects at Chapdelaine Builders. 

Jennifer DeForge
Design Consultant

Jennifer DeForge, M.S. Sustainable Design with the Boston Architectural College. Jennifer has worked with the Chapdelaine family for over 20 years in many different roles. The most current role Jennifer takes with the Chapdelaine business is working beside the team as a Architectural designer, construction estimator and Assistant project manager. Her specialties focus on sustainable practices in the design of clients projects, to material choices and green building solution’s with a strong focus on clients needs and wants.



Lisa Donermeyer
Bookkeeper / Office Manager

Lisa has worked for Joseph Chapdelaine & Sons, Inc and Kitchens by Chapdelaine since 2018. With over 15+ years of experience in bookkeeping she oversees the AR/AP and the banking and financial reporting. Other duties include tax filing, workman’s comp & liability audits, YE closing and pension management. As Office Manager, she is highly organized and self-motivated and demonstrates excellent attention to detail. Lisa is always available to offer support with staff, clients and to provide administrative tasks when needed.

Brittany Beal
Office Assistant

Brittany graduated Bay Path University with a Bachelors of Science degree in Business, and a major in Interior design. She has been working at Chapdelaine’s since late 2018. She is the person who you will most-likely speak to before anyone else, whether it is on the phone or in the showroom. In the showroom, Brittany can help provide you with cabinetry information, as well as cabinetry literature, and more. Her friendly, bubbly personality is sure to bring a sparkle to anyone’s day!