Wally J. Staples
Owner/President
Wally J. Staples has been building new homes and completing renovation projects since establishing Wally J. Staples Builders, Inc. in 1993. Prior to WJSB, Wally general contracted his first house at only 18 years old. Living in Durham his whole life, and graduating from Brunswick High School, he figured Brunswick would be the best place for his company to grow. Since the start, his company has built or renovated more than 3,000 homes along the Mid-coast. Wally is an avid book collector and reader and enjoys spending time and making memories with his wife, Kathy, and two daughters, Annabelle & Evelyn.
Paul Grant
Project Estimator/Project Manager
Paul grew up in Buckfield, ME and graduated from Buckfield High School. Paul has been at Wally J. Staples Builders, Inc. since 2010 and has worked a total of 28 years in the building contractor field. When asked what he loves most about working in this field, he says it’s, “Working with people and the variety of projects I get to be a part of.” Paul loves spending time with his family, supporting his kids at all their sporting events, and challenging friends to a good game of cornhole or foosball.
Chris O’Brien
Project Estimator/Project Manager
Chris grew up in the Topsham area before moving to Richmond where he graduated from Richmond High School. From a very young age Chris knew he wanted to work in this field and began working in the local lumber yard during his early teen years. After high school, Chris went on to study business and finance for two years at Southern New Hampshire University, then decided to return to work in the building contractor field full time. When asked what he loves the most about working in this field, he said, “Having a direct impact on people’s lives. You get to be a part of making their idea or dream become a reality. As a bonus, you develop relationships along the way that can last a long time.” Chris has been with WJSB since October of 2020 as our new Project Estimator/Project Manager and we are beyond thrilled to have him as part of our team. Outside of work, Chris enjoys spending time with his wife, Kathleen, his daughter, Lucy, and his friends. He loves CrossFit and participating in outdoor physical activities.
Haley Lapierre
Interior Designer
Haley grew up in Bowdoin, Maine and graduated from Mt. Ararat High School. After graduation, she moved to Massachusetts to attend Endicott College, where she received her Bachelor’s of Science in Interior Design. Over the past few years, she has had the opportunity to work in Massachusetts and Maine on Residential, Commercial, Educational, and Senior Living design. She has been with Wally J Staples Builders since September 2022. Her favorite part about design is that every client and their project is unique. She loves creating a space where multiple users can thrive in it. She spends her free time with her husband, family, friends, and fur babies. She enjoys spending time outside and exploring the beautiful state of Maine.
David Swan
Lead Carpenter/Project Manager
David grew up right down the road in Lisbon Falls, ME and graduated from Lisbon Falls Christian Academy. David is a long-term employee of Wally J. Staples Builders, Inc. and will be celebrating his 20th year with us in March of 2021! When asked what his favorite part about work in this field is, he said, “Being able to see the end results of the work being done. It is gratifying to build a house from start to finish.” David is a big family man and loves watching his son play basketball and football. During his down time, he enjoys watching college football, fishing, hunting and woodworking.
Mike Stinson
Lead Carpenter/Project Manager
Mike grew up in Woolwich, ME and graduated from Morse High School. Mike has been a part of the Wally J. Staples Builders, Inc. team since 2009. When asked what his favorite part about working in this field is, he said, “Meeting all the different people from job to job and doing all the different things carpentry has to offer. No two projects are alike!” When Mike isn’t working, you can find him either hunting, fishing, boating, or watching football or NASCAR.
Ron St. Jean
Lead Carpenter/Project Manager
Ron grew up in Clair, New Brunswick, Canada and graduated from Cité des Jeunes in Edmundston, New Brunswick, Canada. After high school, he studied Civil Engineering at Three Rivers Community College in Norwich, CT and then went on to serve our country in the United States Marine Corps. Ron spent four years in the corps as a Communication Center Supervisor. When asked what his favorite part about working in this field is, he said, “My favorite part is having the satisfaction of making things with my hands and seeing something that I visualized in my head sitting in front of me.” Ron has been with WJSB since May of 2011 helping make homeowner’s dream projects become a reality. When Ron isn’t working, he enjoys spending time visiting with friends and family.
John Lavoie
Lead Carpenter/Project Manager
John grew up in Auburn, ME and graduated from Edward Little High School. John is another long term Wally J. Staples Builders, Inc. employee and has been a part of the team since 2009. When asked what his favorite part about working in this field is, he said, “Completing jobs for people so they can enjoy their homes more.” John enjoys mechanical work and has a certification in Heavy Equipment Operation/Maintenance and Repair. In his downtime, John enjoys working on his vehicles, riding his A.T.V. and operating radio controlled vehicles. He also has a passion for working on electronics and computers. When he’s not working on vehicles or electronics, you can find John spending time with his family, biking or hiking.
Jeffery Ward
Lead Carpenter/Project Manager
Born and raised as a San Francisco native. 15 years in the trades. Extensive knowledge in refurbishing Victorians and building custom homes. Loves working on different projects and not having a desk job. Licensed contractor in California, with a hunger for knowledge of building on the East Coast. Being a carpenter is special to me for the fact of turning clients houses into homes. Giving them the kitchens and bathrooms, they have been dreaming of. When not at work I love to be outside. Exploring the landscapes that Maine has to offer. My wife, daughter and I love to drive up the coast and enjoy a bowl of chowder. I also love to ride my dirt bike, tend to my land, and spend as much time as I can with my family.
