Our Team
ROBIN FORD – President & Master Carpenter
Robin began his homebuilding business in 1984 after working several years for a small firm that specialized in old estate renovation and remodeling. His subsequent experience with a variety of projects led to the gradual growth of his company.
As a lifelong resident of Carroll County, Maryland, Robin has an intimate knowledge of the many charms and characteristics of our neighborhoods and communities. He builds longstanding relationships with subcontractors and suppliers in order to provide a sound and reliable basis for his business. You will see Robin on site and work with him in the office during the planning and progress of your project.
Robin enjoys his vintage Mustangs and Volkswagens, fishing and relaxing at Deep Creek Lake.
As a lifelong resident of Carroll County, Maryland, Robin has an intimate knowledge of the many charms and characteristics of our neighborhoods and communities. He builds longstanding relationships with subcontractors and suppliers in order to provide a sound and reliable basis for his business. You will see Robin on site and work with him in the office during the planning and progress of your project.
Robin enjoys his vintage Mustangs and Volkswagens, fishing and relaxing at Deep Creek Lake.
Robin is a 2008-2009 Energy Star Partner
The Energy Star program provides a 20%-30% higher-than-code efficiency rating for our clients! Please visit the Energy Star web site www.energystar.gov for more information.
The Energy Star program provides a 20%-30% higher-than-code efficiency rating for our clients! Please visit the Energy Star web site www.energystar.gov for more information.
Robin is recognized by Southern Living as the ONLY Carroll County affiliated Custom Builder Program member,
and one of about one hundred builders recognized among all of the southern states.
Please visit the Southern Living web site www.southernliving.com for Custom Builder information, and access to more than 800 house plans that can be purchased at a discounted rate for our homebuilding clients!
2001 - 2009 Southern Living Custom Builder Program Member.
and one of about one hundred builders recognized among all of the southern states.
Please visit the Southern Living web site www.southernliving.com for Custom Builder information, and access to more than 800 house plans that can be purchased at a discounted rate for our homebuilding clients!
2001 - 2009 Southern Living Custom Builder Program Member.
Robin continues to earn the annual ‘Carroll's Best’ recognition as voted by Carroll County residents:
2004-2009:
Best New Home Builder
2004-2005:
Best Home Remodeler
2003:
Best Home Building Contractor
2002:
Best Home Building Honorable Mention
1999:
Best Home Builder Honorable Mention
2004-2009:
Best New Home Builder
2004-2005:
Best Home Remodeler
2003:
Best Home Building Contractor
2002:
Best Home Building Honorable Mention
1999:
Best Home Builder Honorable Mention
Robin provides on-going support for the local Carroll County charity community:
2003, 2004, 2008, 2009:
Taste of Carroll Gold Sponsor
2005, 2006, 2007:
Taste of Carroll Platinum Sponsor
2006:
Baldwin Farm Tour Home Benefit
2002-2003:
Play House Raffle Donation
2001:
Bienville Tour Home Benefit
2003, 2004, 2008, 2009:
Taste of Carroll Gold Sponsor
2005, 2006, 2007:
Taste of Carroll Platinum Sponsor
2006:
Baldwin Farm Tour Home Benefit
2002-2003:
Play House Raffle Donation
2001:
Bienville Tour Home Benefit
SHIRLYN EVANS-FORD – Vice-President
Shirlyn has been part of the business since leaving the American Red Cross as a Medical Laboratory Technician in 1989, and collaborates with Robin on many aspects of the company. Shirlyn loves horseback riding, skiing, traveling, and visiting Deep Creek Lake.
CINDI FITZGERALD – Office Manager
Cindi has worked in our office since 1995, and is a delighted former homebuilding customer. She brought our office into the computer age with her prior experience at Unisys Corp. (formerly Burroughs Corp.) in software installations for primarily banking applications.
Cindi is the first person that you speak with at Robin Ford Building & Remodeling, Inc.
As well as being the liaison between the customer and Robin, Cindi "does it all," including subcontractor and materials delivery scheduling, troubleshooting our office equipment, applying for your building permit, and keeping you on-track with your homebuilding selections. Cindi and her family enjoy spending time together outdoors and collecting cats.
Cindi is the first person that you speak with at Robin Ford Building & Remodeling, Inc.
As well as being the liaison between the customer and Robin, Cindi "does it all," including subcontractor and materials delivery scheduling, troubleshooting our office equipment, applying for your building permit, and keeping you on-track with your homebuilding selections. Cindi and her family enjoy spending time together outdoors and collecting cats.
BRYAN SMITH – Painter & Carpenter
Bryan has worked for us since 1988. Bryan's painting experience is evident in the fine quality of his work and continuous client requests for his painting skills. Bryan enjoys fishing, model trains, and sports.
CHRIS HARRIS – Trim Foreman, Carpenter, Equipment Operator
Chris is our most versatile employee. Prior to joining us in 1993, Chris worked at Alger in the electronic technical department. Chris can 'do it all' including layout, framing, excavation, and extraordinary trim craftsmanship - just ask our satisfied clients! Chris and his wife, Barbie have two daughters, and enjoy computer technology and traveling.
DAVE LENTZNER – Carpenter
"Uncle" Dave displays his versatility in trim work, cutting, painting, and equipment maintenance. Dave previously worked at Black and Decker in Hampstead for 20 years and has been with us since 1995.
Dave and his wife Sharon live in Littlestown, Pennsylvania, and enjoy spending time with their grandchildren.
Dave and his wife Sharon live in Littlestown, Pennsylvania, and enjoy spending time with their grandchildren.
TOM STITELY – Painter Helper
Since 2007, Tom has been assisting Bryan with all phases of home painting.
Tom’s skills are reflected in surface preparation, equipment maintenance, and job site organization, thereby resulting in a high level of client satisfaction.
