Engerman Contracting

You will be thrilled to entertain family and friends in the captivating setting of your new Engerman home. The old world craftsmanship and attention to interior detail creates a comfortably soft ambiance which feels as if this home has been in the family for years. Very much like wearing that favorite pair of old jeans which fit just so well.

Creating well a designed living space isn’t an accident with John Engerman ; it is a focus which is demonstrated in every home he personally creates. Capturing his spirit of unique architectural style, and matching it with a client’s lifestyle is what has set John’s homes apart from all others. An Engerman home is built not only as an investment, but as an extension of creative minds, working together to develop a magnificent residence that truly reflects the client's style and personality.

We are very fortunate to be able to develop a business around what we love and serve those who share our vision and passion. We have been able to be guided by the best helping us execute sound business decisions resulting in a financially stable organization This alone has made it possible to retain top local craftsmen over the years. This stability has made it possible to consistently deliver a top shelf product to our clients. Employee and tradesman turnover creates significant challenges for many in our industry and our continued success can be directly tied to our ability to retain top industry talent for our discerning clientele.

“There are many good builders in the marketplace but we feel our attention to detail is what identifies us as a great builder. Our customer service is one of the features that sets us apart from the rest. We are only a few miles away and our staff is here to help you and your family with the new surroundings. We want your experience to be a lifelong memory and we pride ourselves in making that a positive one”

John Engerman 2006

The Engerman Distinction

The success of Engerman Contracting lies in the key elements of quality, attention to detail, design, and service, but the predominant reason the company has enjoyed such a great reputation is the strong relationship John’s team has developed with each and everyone of their clients . Whether you are new to the Engerman community or a member for years, John and his staff is happy to help in any way they can from assembling a playground to loaning a pick-up truck. He and his staff understand the importance of developing long standing relationships not only with clients but between themselves as well.

Many of John’s team has been with him well over a decade. They have all come to learn that pleasing the homeowner requires more than simply building a comfortable home. It requires delivering that home on time and on budget without compromises to the high quality standards known to the Engerman culture. This is especially challenging during these times of new computerization for Design, Budgeting and Project Management. John’s very aware of how these tools can diminish the personal touch his client has grown to expect. For this reason John regularly reminds of the importance of the human touch.

The staff at Engerman understands a home is the foundation for your family's lifestyle, and they honor that philosophy by making sure your new home meets your every desire. Therefore an Engerman home is designed with you in mind and reflects the way families and individuals live today. Whatever your stage in life - whether you are a first-time home-buyer, a growing family realizing new dreams, or an active adult seeking a resort at home lifestyle – Engerman Contracting can create a home to match your lifestyle.




Our History

During the mid 70’s growing up in Park Ridge , Illinois , John Engerman demonstrated talent for creative thinking. He was destined to be a Master Builder; he just didn’t realize it at that time. While his friends were riding bikes and playing at the local baseball field, John was busy constructing. As he grew so did his passion for creating and building leading him to continue with a Bachelor of Science in Construction Design and Management. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from The University of Wisconsin.

Over three decades have passed since John has driven his first nail, but his philosophy has never changed. "The value of what we do is in our ability to build long term relationships through delivering an exceptional client experience. It isn’t something which is difficult to understand, we simply treat people the way we would want to be treated and that pertains to both our trades and clients."

John’s passion to continuously improve was the underlying reason for becoming one of the early adopters of panelized construction. John discovered the quality of a home constructed with pre-built walls was much higher than those build on site one board at a time. This process made it possible for Engerman contracting to improve quality by avoiding poor weather conditions and redirect the savings to improved interior finishing and exterior details “This became a significant turning point in our business. We were in essence able to accomplish considerably more because of our streamlined process. Although we continue to stick build, as we grow we strive to utilize “green” building techniques in order to minimize waste and promote environmentally friendly projects. “We have most recently installed Photovoltaic Solar Panel Systems as well as Geothermal Heating and cooling systems”. Very shortly we will be installing our own Photovoltaic Panel System at our office. In doing so we hope to provide public demonstations and ecourage utilizing “Green“ technologies.

In 2004 following true Engerman style of never resting on past accomplishments, we created a business partnership with the leading Real Estate Agency in Southern Wisconsin . In 2005, we began construction on Woodstone Prairie. It is a development on 91 acres of Forty-three (43) single-family homes located on the gently rolling countryside southeast of Lake Geneva . http://www.woodstoneprairie.com

At Engerman Contracting, we are very much like students who strive for perfection. For all of us, being average isn’t in our personalities. If you asked our clients to grade us and we received anything less than an ‘A’, we would be disappointed to say the least. Just as there are a variety of students who earn all sorts of grades, there are also many, many building firms who offer all grades of work and service. We have made a conscious decision to continuously raise the bar within the field of custom home building.




Why Engerman

At Engerman Contracting, we have earned a secure reputation for our quality, reliability, straightforwardness, value and unbending pursuit of customer satisfaction. 

“We understand your home is the foundation for your family's lifestyle, and we honor that philosophy by making sure your new residence meets your every aspiration. Our homes are designed with you in mind.”

Professionalism
” As a trades person first and a builder second, I enjoy every aspect of construction along with the opportunity to interact with the clients on a day-to-day basis as their project is moving along. We feel great pride when we make something from the collaboration of our designers and clients.”

Trust
” When you look at the basic underlying principles of our business, everything our team has accomplished is because of trust. Our clients have placed considerable confidence in our ability to deliver their dream as promised.”

Project Management
” We are there from start to finish. We do the day-to-day scheduling, making sure the necessary manpower is at hand. This allows us time to review the progress and assist as needed, while regularly communicating status to our clients.”

On Time & On Budget
"One of our goals as custom contractors is to complete our projects on time, on budget and to the quality standards that all expect from our organization."

Stability
“We are very fortunate to be able to develop a business around what we love and serve those who share our vision and passion. We have been able to be guided by the best to make sound business decisions resulting in a financially stable organization. This has made it possible to retain top local craftsmen over the years.”

Values & Ethics
"As a Christian businessman, I treat both my clients and my employees as I’d like to be treated. My values and ethics are brought to my business on a daily basis."

The Design Process

Building a custom home is a very exciting and different experience. We help you create a "mental scrapbook" of housing ideas that can be arranged to develop a home that is uniquely yours.

Land Development
Whether you have a vision on your existing lot or are interested in one of our communities, we are prepared to provide you with the same commitment to quality and service that you would expect from a master builder such as John Engerman .

Ecologically Friendly
We have a deep-rooted conviction to preserve and maintain the balance of nature and the architectural integrity of our surroundings. In each and every project, we are committed to safeguarding our natural resources by demonstrating a strong sense of design with specific attention to building density and historical value.

Our Building Process

A master builder, John Engerman is involved in every aspect of the design and construction process.

The architecture of your new home will most likely be influenced by the physical site characteristics. Our challenge from an architectural and builder viewpoint is to work within the constraints of the lot. A few of the physical location considerations are: sun exposures, building orientation, wind direction, exterior view, water run off and access to public utilities. We also must take into consideration any zoning, local building regulations or deed restrictions that may exist.

After the design and location have been identified, we begin the actual physical construction process. We excavate the property in preparation for the foundation.

The next phase is referred to as “rough framing,” which involves building the entire frame structure, roofing and windows. At this point, the elapsed time since we broke ground should be no less than 30 days.

Next, mechanicals are put to use. The first mechanical trade will be the heating contractor, followed by the plumber, and finally the electrician. Depending upon the size of the residence, we are at minimum 70 days into the project since we broke ground unless the framing is panelized, in which case we will be well under 50 days.

The next phase of the project will involve additional inspections as well as insulation and drywall. This phase should not be completed any earlier than 100 days and will depend on the size of your home.

The next-to-last phase is called the trim phase, when we install all interior doors, flooring, interior wood trim, cabinets and vanities. Then painters will return to complete the process of adding color to your interior. The electricians, plumbers, and heating trades also return to complete the trim phase. We are now about to enter the final phase and should be no less than 100 days into the project.

The final phase is referred to as the closure phase. Here, all the various trades will return to clean up any loose ends or details that might have been overlooked. While this is happening, the landscaping is being completed on the exterior. When all the details are checked and rechecked, your new home is ready to be lived in! This will be the last meeting we will have with you prior to your occupancy. We walk through the entire home with you and show you each and every feature and discuss its operation.