Our Wall of Love

OUR WALL OF LOVE

At Sandmark Custom Homes, we take immense pride in the relationships we’ve built with our clients and the homes we’ve crafted. But don’t just take our word for it—hear directly from the people who have trusted us to bring their visions to life. Their stories are the heart of our work, and we’re excited to share them with you.

 

Outer Banks Beach Home

While having dinner last summer with longtime friends, Mark and Sandy Martin, my wife and I both expressed our dreams of owning an Outer Banks Beach Home. Mark an experienced builder, long time Outer Banks resident, and owner of Sandmark Custom Homes, encouraged us to pursue our dream. From walking through potential lots to choosing… Read more “Outer Banks Beach Home”

-Barry and Beth Pernell

Exceed Your Expectations!

I want to take a minute to recognize how happy we have been with the various renovation and ad hoc repair projects that Sandmark has completed at our 4 rental home over the last 5 years. As out of state owners, it is reassuring to know that Mark is always there to respond to issues… Read more “Exceed Your Expectations!”

-Jack and Caroline Baughman

Outer Banks Beach House Remodel

We hired Sandmark for a major Outer Banks beach house remodel. We had hired a designer to assist us with creating house plans, but she was not helpful at all and said we couldn’t do some of the things we wanted. We heard that Sandmark was good, so we called Mark to come look at… Read more “Outer Banks Beach House Remodel”

-Becky Harrell

Outer Banks Home Renovation

It was wonderful working with Mark and Sandy. They listened to our needs and the result was a beautiful makeover and addition. We love our home after our Outer Banks home renovation. – John and Lisa Walker

-John and Lisa Walker

Sandmark Custom Homes Professionalism

Sandmark Custom Homes has done at least three major projects for us over the last 10 years. My husband (now deceased) and I have always been incredibly pleased with the results. Sandmark Custom Homes professionalism is of the highest quality. – Mary Sepucha

-Mary Sepucha

Sandmark Custom Homes Outer Banks Remodel

Our beach box on the Outer Banks needed a complete remodel – soup to nuts. Having completed many renovation projects in the past, we knew how critical it was to find the right general contractor. After interviewing several, we chose Sandmark Custom Homes. It was the right decision. From our initial meeting through project completion… Read more “Sandmark Custom Homes Outer Banks Remodel”

-John and Denine Phillips

Truly Great Builders

As a Home Designer, I start the process of making people’s dreams come to reality. Truly great Builders like Mark & Sandy Martin finish what I start. They are a rare thing in the Building world…….a really “class act”. The Baughman’s Home We have done Additions, Remodels and many Custom Homes together and I have… Read more “Truly Great Builders”

Croft-Hall Residential Designs
-Mark Miller

Pleased With Final Results

Sandmark Custom Homes was responsive to our requests from the very beginning. They listened to us and made note of many details before the project even began. They helped us in choosing materials, but I never felt like their suggestions were demanding. We relied on their expertise in the design and implementation of all of… Read more “Pleased With Final Results”

-Mark & Maryellen Bagley

Greatly Appreciated Mark and Sandy’s Expertise

I have used Sandmark Custom Homes for two major renovations of my home. Both jobs were completed on time and within budget. I greatly appreciated Mark and Sandy’s expertise. They have great design skills and creativity. Mark brought well qualified subs to the job. I continue to use the electrician, plumber and painter. Mark continues to… Read more “Greatly Appreciated Mark and Sandy’s Expertise”

-Roberta Graham

Mark Martin is Very Experienced and Trustworthy

We hired Sandmark Custom Homes 3 years ago to do a significant remodel to a beach home we purchased. Open air ground floor was enclosed creating a large workshop, garage, and patio area that included a new bath. Also built out for an elevator, added exterior stair system, in-ground pool, and landscaping. The project involved… Read more “Mark Martin is Very Experienced and Trustworthy”

-Rick & Maryanne Amari

Provide a Great Value With No Stress

We purchased our beach house in 2003 and then hired Sandmark Custom Homes in 2008 to build an addition including a master suite, family room, elevator and swimming pool as well as renovating most of the existing rooms, kitchen, and baths. We wanted to work with someone we could trust to do a great job… Read more “Provide a Great Value With No Stress”

-Kip & Paula Keperling

Sandmark Hit the “Mark”

[I] was very impressed with the knowledge of codes/permitting issues for our region. Sticking to schedule and budget are always the most important concerns and Sandmark Custom Homes hit the mark. I also asked for what I thought were some significant extras and did NOT get a change order. Sandmark Custom Homes was recommended highly… Read more “Sandmark Hit the “Mark””

-Barbara Issacs

Awarded First Place For “Best Renovation”

When it came time to upgrade our Outer Banks home in 2006, we noticed a house down the street that was under renovation. We spoke with the owners and were allowed to view the work in progress. It was a Sandmark Custom Homes project. Since it was not completed we were able to see the work… Read more “Awarded First Place For “Best Renovation””

-Bob & Anne Rhome

They Made Dreams Become Reality

We had seen Mark and Sandy’s work on the Parade of Homes and were impressed with how they made dreams become reality with high quality. While we had land on the Outer Banks, we did not want to build a beach style home. That had challenges of its own as some of the concepts weren’t… Read more “They Made Dreams Become Reality”

-Dave & Melody Badger

The Best Builders on the Beach

I cannot say enough about Sandmark Custom Homes. Sandy and Mark are very attentive, good listeners and also excellent problem solvers. The new home, which was over $1 million, was on time and on budget. They accepted changes to the plans with no worries. They are the best builders on the beach. And they are… Read more “The Best Builders on the Beach”

-Mark & Kathy Batenic

Epitomizes Quality Construction

Sandmark Custom Homes has built two Outer Banks homes for me. Sandy and Mark Martin, the owners of Sandmark are models of honesty, trustworthiness, and professionalism. From the moment they stepped on the site to the finished product, they paid attention to every detail, offered expert advice on design, finishes and accessories, plus left nothing undone.… Read more “Epitomizes Quality Construction”

-Louanne Woody

Far Beyond Being a Builder

It is with pleasure that I recommend Sandmark Custom Homes. In 2000 my husband and I decided to move into our former weekend retreat on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. After reading reviews of many builders, we chose Mark and Sandy Martin to renovate our beach house and make it into a year-round home.… Read more “Far Beyond Being a Builder”

-Robert & Linda Palombo

Responsive and Reliable Contractor

Simply the best!! I have done two complete remodels both with fantastic results. Both projects were done in my absence with no problems. Both completed on time and on budget. I could not ask for a more responsive and reliable contractor. I have heard that a lot of people building or remodeling have to be… Read more “Responsive and Reliable Contractor”

-Rob & Sue Harding

Highly Recommend Mark for Any Job

Complete remodeling. New ceilings, floors, bathrooms, kitchen, etc. Work done was excellent. Would highly recommend Mark for any job from building a completely new home to fixing up one you have. – Jim & Kaye Wagner

-Jim & Kaye Wagner

Quick to Respond and Make Corrections

We have worked with Sandmark Custom Homes on several renovation and addition projects. The date listed below is for the most recent project, but we have been using Sandmark Custom Homes since 2002. They have always hired the best subcontractors they could find; come in at budget, even when we have made changes; and completed… Read more “Quick to Respond and Make Corrections”

-Jim & Bobbi Defenbaugh

Company with a Warm, Welcoming Feel

Sandmark Custom Homes is a professional company with a warm, welcoming feel. They embrace each job as if it was their only one; giving all of their clients personal attention with a special touch. These attributes are proven time and again with repeat customers and referrals. – Jason & Claire Conley, Soundside Pools

Soundside Pools
-Jason & Claire Conley

Excellent Job Rebuilding the Flooded Area

Mark and Sandy Martin of Sandmark Custom Homes came to the rescue when my first floor flooded. Sandmark Custom Homes did an excellent job gutting and rebuilding the flooded area. Sandmark Custom Homes stayed on schedule, offered suggestions on improving the damaged space and returned calls promptly. The job was completed and I couldn’t have… Read more “Excellent Job Rebuilding the Flooded Area”

-Linda Sabadic

Quality Work, Quality People

We would like to recommend Sandmark Custom Homes to anyone looking to build or renovate a home on the Outer Banks. Every time we spend time in our new Sandmark home, we appreciate all of the work, thought and care that went into it. This was our first building experience on the Outer Banks, and… Read more “Quality Work, Quality People”

-Jeff Johnson & Diane Tindall

Dealing with Sandmark is Always Pleasurable

I have used Sandmark Custom Homes for a number of remodeling projects, ranging from smaller things like removing an outside cabana and refinishing kitchen cabinets, to completing a full scale gut renovation of a 7 bedroom beach rental house, that included the retro-fitting of an elevator, and the installation of an in-ground swimming pool in… Read more “Dealing with Sandmark is Always Pleasurable”

-Jack & Caroline Baughman

The Best Builder For Our New Home

After purchasing a parcel of land in Southern Shores in 2006, we talked to a number of local builders to see which one would be the best fit to build our retirement home. After meeting with Mark and Sandy and visiting several of the homes they had built, we were very impressed with the quality… Read more “The Best Builder For Our New Home”

-Bill & Renee Gleason

You Can Tell They Really Care

We hired Sandmark to design and build an addition to our small A-Frame cottage. In another review, I saw the term “excellent problem-solvers” and this was so true. We weren’t in town when the renovations were done, but Mark and Sandy kept in very good touch with us, contacting us often with updates and problems… Read more “You Can Tell They Really Care”

-Lori Goll

You Will Always be “Our Builder of the Year”

As we have progressed through this building process, it has become clear to us why you have been selected “Builder of the Year” two times in the past three years. You will always be “Our Builder of the Year.” – Richard & Eleanor Lee  

-Richard & Eleanor Lee

We always knew we were in great hands!

We cannot thank Mark and Sandy enough for the beautiful home their Company constructed for us! As non-resident homeowners living 400 miles away, we always knew we were in great hands!  We met them at the Parade of Homes in one of the homes Sandmark Custom Homes built. They were easy to talk with and… Read more “We always knew we were in great hands!”

-Mike & Chrissy LaRuffa

Sandmark Wants the Best Outcome For Their Clients

Sandmark helped us, my husband and I, and my sister-in-law and her husband, build our dream beach home in Southern Shores. After interviewing and researching several builders, we chose Sandmark, who quickly became our friends, Mark and Sandy. They were supportive and transparent every step of the way from design to construction and final details.… Read more “Sandmark Wants the Best Outcome For Their Clients”

-Susanna and Kevin Quinn, 185 Ocean Boulevard, Southern Shores, NC

Love Our Custom Home Built by Sandmark

We love our custom home built by Sandmark. Mark and Sandy were easy to work with and walked us through our first home build every step of the way.  We are very happy with the quality of the final product and believe it was well worth the investment. While building during COVID with all the… Read more “Love Our Custom Home Built by Sandmark”

-Mark and Ann Sellers

Highly Recommend Sandmark

We started with a need to add an elevator. That expanded to adding a new master bedroom and bath, closing off a Jack and Jill bath, adding an office, replacing the bathtubs in 4 bedrooms with showers, adding a new foyer, and most of all, a new kitchen. Those renovations transformed the house. Mark, I… Read more “Highly Recommend Sandmark”

-Allen and Judi Weltmann

Highly Recommend Sandmark Custom Homes

We highly recommend Sandmark Custom Homes, managed by Sandy and Mark Martin. Our collaboration with them was personal as we were rebuilding my family’s beach home, a precious legacy handed down to us when my parents could no longer manage it, with the goal of accommodating our expanding family and ensuring accessibility for our elderly… Read more “Highly Recommend Sandmark Custom Homes”

-Delia & Matthew Troy

Excellent Remodel

Sandmark did an excellent job remodeling our house. Beginning with Mark’s original hand sketch and then formalized by Sea Swept Design, the final design enhanced the original structure and seamlessly blended an addition. You would think it is a completely new home. The remodeling work began in October of 2022 and we received the certificate… Read more “Excellent Remodel”

-Chris & Susan Haid