Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Design-Build Construction Partner in Southeastern Wisconsin
MSI General is a fully integrated design-build commercial construction company that has been delivering high-quality building solutions since 1957. Our team of architects, engineers, and construction professionals collaborates seamlessly to provide tailored services for industrial, medical, commercial, and institutional projects. With a focus on integrity, teamwork, and innovation, we serve Southeastern Wisconsin and prioritize client partnerships through transparent communication and a commitment to exceeding expectations.Our trademarked Single Source Responsibility approach ensures streamlined project management from concept to completion, backed by a five-year warranty reflecting our confidence in the quality of our work.
Services
Design-Build
Ground-Up Construction
Additions
Renovations
Commercial Construction
Details
- Year established: 1957
Highlights and features
- We offer over 65 years of experience in design-build construction.
- Our Single Source Responsibility approach streamlines project management.
- We guarantee transparent communication and no hidden fees.
- Our five-year extended warranty ensures long-term client confidence.
- We prioritize community involvement through our TRUEBLUE program.
What people say
Exceptional service
On time
Great team
Creative solutions
Long-term partnership
Services
Design-Build
MSI General's design-build service combines architectural design and construction management under one roof. This approach ensures seamless coordination, cost efficiency, and faster project completion. Clients benefit from a single point of accountability, reducing risks and ensuring alignment with their vision from concept to delivery.
Ground-Up Construction
We construct brand-new facilities tailored to clients' specific needs, from foundation to finish. Our process emphasizes strategic planning, code compliance, and sustainable practices. Clients receive fully customized spaces designed to support long-term operational growth and efficiency.
Additions
MSI General expands existing spaces with integrated additions that enhance functionality while maintaining design continuity. We prioritize minimal disruption to ongoing operations and ensure seamless integration with current structures, delivering enhanced capacity and modernized aesthetics.
Renovations
Our renovation services transform existing spaces to improve efficiency, aesthetics, and usability. We address structural upgrades, code compliance, and technological integration while preserving the core integrity of the original building, ensuring cost-effective modernization solutions.
Commercial Construction
We specialize in commercial construction for offices, retail spaces, and hospitality venues. Our team delivers projects on time and within budget, focusing on functional design, durability, and client-specific branding requirements to create impactful business environments.
People
Dirk Debbink
Co-Owner
Dirk Debbink joined MSI General in 1983 and served as President until 2021. A U.S. Navy Vice Admiral retiree, he played a pivotal role in expanding the company's design-build expertise and trademarking its core values.
Ken Krahe
President & CEO
Ken Krahe began as a Project Superintendent in 2001 and became President in 2018. He was named Co-Owner in 2021, driving operational excellence and maintaining the company's commitment to client-focused construction solutions.
John Kutz
Vice President of Sales
John Kutz joined MSI General in 2012 as a Select Project Director. Promoted to Co-Owner in 2021, he leads sales initiatives while ensuring alignment with the company's design-build philosophy and client partnership model.
Questions
What types of construction projects does MSI General specialize in?
We specialize in design-build construction for commercial, industrial, medical, and institutional projects, including ground-up buildings, renovations, and facility expansions.
How does MSI General's design-build approach benefit clients?
Our Single Source Responsibility model streamlines communication, reduces costs, and accelerates timelines by integrating design and construction teams under one contract.
What areas does MSI General serve?
We primarily serve Southeastern Wisconsin, including Oconomowoc, Nashotah, Wauwatosa, and surrounding communities.
Does MSI General offer financing options for construction projects?
We do not directly provide financing but can connect clients with trusted partners to explore project funding solutions.
What warranties does MSI General provide?
We offer an industry-leading five-year extended warranty on all design-build projects, reflecting our confidence in workmanship quality.
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Rick
Aug 18, 2019
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Terrible quality they did a new building at my work. Building is not sealed can see daylight coming in. Window was put in crooked in the office and doesnt open properly we also have bug problems because the building is not sealed. Contacted them about the problems and still have not heard from or seen anyone. I would not recommend.
