Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Custom Home Builder in Clive, IA
Founded in 1972 by Tom Gratias, our company has built a reputation as a trusted custom home builder in the Des Moines metro area. We combine hands-on craftsmanship with personalized service, ensuring every home reflects the unique vision of its owners. Our team, led by Tom and his wife LaDonna, maintains rigorous attention to detail throughout the building process. With decades of experience, we specialize in creating ranch, two-story, and townhome designs tailored to individual preferences. Our commitment to community and client collaboration has made us a preferred choice for discerning homeowners seeking quality and flexibility. 
Services
Ranch Homes
2 Story Homes
1 1/2 Story Homes
Townhomes
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We offer hands-on customization of floor plans during construction
- Our team includes certified experts with 50+ years combined experience
- Family-owned business with deep community ties since 1972
- Personalized supervision of every home's finishing details
- Proven track record of flexible client collaboration in home building
What people say
Very flexible
Great people
Enjoyable process
Daily inspections
Personalized attention
Services
Ranch Homes
Our ranch-style homes combine practical single-level living with customizable layouts. Clients can modify kitchen arrangements, deck sizes, and interior finishes to match personal preferences. Each design emphasizes open spaces and natural light while maintaining energy efficiency and modern amenities.
2 Story Homes
Two-story homes offer spacious living areas with vertical efficiency. We incorporate flexible floor plans that allow structural modifications during construction. These homes feature masterfully crafted interiors with attention to architectural details and functional family-oriented layouts.
1 1/2 Story Homes
Our 1.5-story designs maximize usable space with partial upper levels. Clients can customize room configurations while maintaining structural integrity. These homes provide unique living solutions that blend single-level convenience with additional storage and living areas.
Townhomes
Custom townhome developments feature modern designs with shared wall construction. We allow modifications to exterior finishes and interior layouts during building phases. These communities offer low-maintenance living with premium finishes and energy-efficient systems.
People
Tom Gratias
Founder & Lead Designer
With over 50 years in home construction, Tom designs every floor plan personally. His hybrid expertise combines tradesman skills with business strategy to create client-focused homes that reflect individual lifestyles.
LaDonna Gratias
Interior Quality Supervisor
LaDonna oversees all interior finishes, ensuring meticulous attention to detail from trim work through final inspections. Her hands-on approach guarantees every home meets the company's exacting standards for craftsmanship and client satisfaction.
Questions
Can I customize my home's floor plan?
Yes, we allow modifications to kitchen arrangements, deck sizes, and interior layouts during construction to meet your specific needs.
What home styles do you build?
We specialize in ranch, two-story, 1.5-story, and townhome designs with customizable features to suit various lifestyles.
How involved can homeowners be?
Clients participate daily through on-site inspections and direct communication with our construction teams to implement changes immediately.
Do you build outside Clive?
We serve the Des Moines metro area and surrounding communities with all our custom home building services.
How long does construction take?
Timeline varies by home size and complexity, but our efficient process maintains regular client communication and timely project completion.
Who supervises quality control?
LaDonna Gratias personally oversees all interior finishes and final inspections to ensure every home meets our exacting standards.
