Business Details
48 Years
experience
Custom Home Builders in Cedarburg, WI
Thierfelder Builders has been crafting custom homes since 1978, combining personalized service with decades of expertise. Our family-owned business prioritizes client collaboration, ensuring every home reflects individual values and lifestyle needs. We emphasize quality craftsmanship, energy efficiency, and sustainable building practices, guided by Sue Thierfelder's membership in the MBA Green Council. With over 30 years of experience, we maintain a reputation for transparency, timely execution, and exceeding client expectations.Our process includes detailed design consultations, on-site meetings, and mockups to ensure client vision alignment. We serve Cedarburg, WI, and surrounding areas, building approximately 4-6 homes annually while maintaining a focus on client satisfaction. Our commitment extends beyond construction, offering post-project support and fostering long-term relationships. This approach has earned us a strong referral-based clientele and consistent positive feedback from homeowners.
Services
Custom Home Building
Basement Remodeling
Kitchen Design
Energy-Efficient Construction
Green Building
Closet Design
Electrical Walkthroughs
On-Site Meetings
Architectural Mockups
Design-Build Process
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined experience in custom home construction.
- Our personalized design process ensures homes reflect client values and needs.
- We implement energy-efficient and sustainable building practices.
- We provide transparent communication with timely project execution.
- Our post-construction support ensures long-term client satisfaction.
What people say
Personalized attention
Exceeded expectations
Quality craftsmanship
On time and budget
Excellent communication
Services
Custom Home Building
We design and build custom homes tailored to client preferences, combining functionality with aesthetic appeal. Our process includes collaborative design sessions, material selection guidance, and transparent budget management. With over 40 years of experience, we ensure energy-efficient construction while maintaining strict quality control throughout the building process.
Basement Remodeling
Transform unfinished basements into functional living spaces with our comprehensive remodeling services. We specialize in creating family rooms, wet bars, home offices, and storage solutions while maintaining structural integrity. Our team coordinates all aspects from initial design to final finishes, ensuring seamless integration with existing home systems.
Green Building
Our eco-friendly building practices focus on energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and recyclable materials. We incorporate advanced insulation techniques, energy-efficient appliances, and sustainable sourcing practices. As members of the MBA Green Council, we stay updated on the latest environmentally responsible construction methods and products.
Kitchen Design
We create functional kitchen layouts optimized for storage and workflow efficiency. Our process includes 3D design visualization, cabinet configuration analysis, and appliance integration planning. We guide clients through material selections while ensuring compliance with building codes and accessibility standards.
Design-Build Process
Our streamlined approach combines architectural design and construction management under one team. We facilitate all project phases from concept development to final walkthrough, eliminating coordination challenges between separate designers and contractors. This ensures consistent vision execution and cost-effective project delivery.
People
Bob Thierfelder
Co-Owner
With over 40 years in home construction, Bob specializes in project management and client consultation. He focuses on budget oversight and construction quality control while maintaining direct client communication throughout the building process.
Sue Thierfelder
Co-Owner
Sue leads design consultations and material selections, leveraging her MBA Green Council membership to implement sustainable practices. She manages client relationships and ensures design details align with homeowner lifestyles and functional requirements.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Cedarburg, WI and surrounding communities within a 30-mile radius of our office location.
How long does the home building process take?
Custom home construction typically takes 6-9 months, depending on project complexity and seasonal factors affecting material availability.
Do you offer renovation services?
Yes, we handle basement remodeling, kitchen upgrades, and whole-home renovations alongside our new construction projects.
How do you handle design changes during construction?
We maintain flexible change management processes with transparent cost tracking, ensuring client approval before implementing any modifications.
What sets you apart from other builders?
Our personalized approach combines 40+ years of experience with direct owner involvement in every project decision and client interaction.
Do you provide energy efficiency guarantees?
While we can't guarantee specific utility costs, we incorporate proven energy-saving features like advanced insulation and Energy Star appliances.
Reviews (2)
Dave Brown
Nov 03, 2018
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The design of Thierfelder's home is incredibly intuitive. It's like the home's built around how we live, and the construction quality, woodwork etc. is just stunning. We could not be happier with our Thierfelder Home.
Nicole Roberts
Oct 26, 2018
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Great people to work with. Very organized. Made designing and building a house as stress free as possible.
