Wisconsin is a state that offers something for everyone. The state has all four seasons, loads of natural beauty, and a lively culture celebrating tradition and new ideas. Residents and visitors can explore a unique mix of urban and country places, including rolling hills, massive woods, sparkling lakes, and twisting rivers. Around 15,000 lakes provide plenty of places to fish, boat, and swim, and the extensive woods are great for hiking, camping, and watching wildlife. Wisconsin has several state parks and plenty of green spaces—you’re always surrounded with stunning nature that offers a lot of adventure.
This article lists eight of the best general contractors in Wisconsin. These impressive firms were chosen for their skill sets, their experience, areas of expertise, and their ability to exceed expectations.
SJ Janis Company, Inc.
11501 W North Avenue, Wauwatosa, WI 53226
Since its inception in 1981, SJ Janis Company has solidified its reputation as an industry leader across Wisconsin and its neighboring areas. The firm has an impressive portfolio that highlights its ability to deliver high-quality projects on schedule and within budget, regardless of size, scope, or complexity. The firm’s expert designers, builders, and project managers have worked with more than 1,400 families to turn their homes into spaces that will meet their needs and exceed their expectations. When it comes to planning, construction, and renovation services, the firm takes an integrated, personalized approach and employs streamlined processes that are second to none. With its excellent service, great materials, and top-notch results, the firm has earned a long list of satisfied clients.
This lake house’s bathroom renovation brought the residence into the 21st century. One of the significant changes to the plan was to move the old, big bathtub out of the main room and put the toilet in a separate room. A better setup was made possible—a new walk-in shower behind the new standalone tub. Blue accents were added to give the space an elegant, soft, coastal feel. The result is a modern, bright bathroom with excellent materials and striking patterns.
Story Hill Renovations, LLC
12040 Feerick Street, Unit F, Wauwatosa, WI 53222
Story Hill Renovations has been an award-winning general construction firm for two decades. Jack Golatke and Tom Mainville founded the firm intending to help countless clients with their unique construction and remodeling needs. Since its inception in 2004, the firm has earned an impressive portfolio that features various projects such as kitchen and bath remodels, whole home renovations, additions, and custom homes. Its team of highly-skilled professionals pays close attention to detail and delivers the best value on its clients’ hard-earned investments. Over the years, the firm has earned plenty of recognition for its quality, integrity, honesty, and professionalism. It has been featured in several notable publications such as Urban Milwaukee, M Magazine, and Made in Milwaukee.
This stunning old home in Shorewood had a simple white kitchen, but the owners wanted to open it up to the family room and update it to meet their current needs. The firm created an opening to the kitchen in the shape of an arch that matched the form of the barrel vault ceiling in the family room. The roof was also raised to be the same height as the rest of the house. The new space offers a warm, welcoming, airy feel.
JM Remodeling
7701 N Teutonia Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53209
JM Rebuilding is a full-service design-build business firm that offers indoor and outdoor rebuilding, repairs, and custom carpentry for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. Since its inception in 1990, the firm has put together an impressive portfolio and a solid track record of satisfied clients. Its offerings include custom carpentry, kitchens, bathrooms, roofs, siding, dormers, adds, and more. No matter the project’s size, scope, or complexity, the firm takes an integrated, personalized, and hands-on approach to ensure successful results and deliver the best possible value. The firm has built many solid relationships with clients, subcontractors, trade partners, and suppliers across Wisconsin and its neighboring areas.
One of the firm’s notable projects is this Milwaukee Kitchen Remodel. It features a modern design with clean lines, monochromatic colors, and silver hardware. The wooden cabinetry creates a contrast to the overall sleek and sophisticated space. The kitchen island is at the center, creating a functional layout with plenty of workspace and storage.
RJ Builders, Inc.
4316 N Oakland Avenue, Shorewood, WI 53211
RJ Builders is a full-service construction firm that gives every project a clear goal, successful results, and good value. Since its inception in 1995, the firm has remained committed to delivering excellent customer service, cost-efficient solutions, and creative design-build answers for clients across Wisconsin and the neighboring area. No matter how big or small a project is, the firm offers the capabilities of a big company while maintaining the hands-on, personalized approach to a small one. The firm believes every project should have a quality, original, and valuable plan, use resources well, and leave the people happy. This mindset and its dedication to excellence and customer satisfaction have led to a long list of clients testifying to the firm’s quality and professionalism.
This featured home was redone from top to bottom for a first-time home buyer. The client wanted the kitchen and sitting room to be more open to each other. A traditional eating room was built by opening a wall near the front door. The large windows bring in plenty of natural light and a pleasant breeze—it’s a bright and airy atmosphere. At NARI’s annual Wisconsin Remodelers Awards in 2018, this project won a Silver Award for Residential Interior, in the $75,000 to $100,000 category.
Carmel Builders
N85 W16100 Appleton Avenue, Suite 212, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
With over 44 years of experience, Carmel Builders has remained committed to believing that homeowners and builders should work together to create successful projects. Founded by the father-and-son team of Tom and Louis Weiher, Carmel Builders has helped countless clients achieve their construction and remodeling goals. Its expert designers and builders take a hands-on collaborative approach that keeps them focused on honesty, clear communication, and solid relationships. The firm’s impressive portfolio features many high-quality projects that were delivered on schedule and within budget. Over the years, the firm has put together a long list of satisfied clients.
This stunning Whitefish Bathroom Remodel is a perfect example of the firm’s quality and professionalism. The new space is a brighter, open bathroom with a generous shower and a much-improved cabinet. The toilet stayed where it was, but the firm took out a laundry room that was more of a barrier than a place to store things. They also moved the new shower wall into the main bedroom to make the shower bigger.
Gabor Design Build
W156 N11238 Pilgrim Road, Germantown, WI 53022
Gabor Design Build has come a long way from its inception in 2000. The firm started as a one-person business that worked out of a makeshift office. Over 20 years later, the firm has cemented its reputation as a reliable and trustworthy general contractor in Wisconsin and its neighboring areas. Its expert designers, builders, and project managers are committed to helping people build their perfect homes through their creative techniques, cost-efficient solutions, and streamlined processes. The firm believes that each client’s family and home are essential, so it balances style and function on every project to ensure successful results and the best value possible.
This makeover of the main bathroom is both stylish and functional. Bold black and white tiles surround the large walk-in shower and the glass door lets the tiles stand out. The double vanity adds a lot of storage space and goes well with the hanging shelves. The bathroom now leads to the extensive, well-organized bedroom closet.
Kurber Construction
1416 Poplar Drive, Unit E, Waukesha, WI 53188
Kurber Construction is a family-owned and operated general contracting firm that has delivered countless projects across Wisconsin and the surrounding area. Since its inception in 2008, the firm has offered extensive services and exceptional projects such as custom homes, home remodels, and additions. Founder Erick Kurber and his team take a personalized, hands-on, and collaborative approach to managing each project. Successful results and the best value possible are the consistent results. The firm aims to improve lives by creating great places with excellent artistry and clear communication. From start to finish, the firm takes the time to understand each client’s vision and turn that vision into a reality.
One of the firm’s notable projects is this modern kitchen remodel in Milwaukee. It features black and white cabinetry, marble countertops, silver hardware, and stainless steel appliances that create a sleek and sophisticated look. The L-shaped layout with the kitchen island at the center creates an efficient workflow. It also features a large sliding door that blurs the line between the indoors and outdoors.
Sazama
635 S 70th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53214
Sazama stands out—it has built connections with clients, neighborhoods, and people in the business world for over 30 years. Since its inception in 1988, the firm has served Wisconsin and its neighboring areas as a general construction firm. Its one-stop-shop approach allows it to handle every project from start to finish, regardless of size, scope, or complexity. It takes time to understand each client’s vision and turn that dream into well-designed, fun living places. Sazama has built many solid relationships with its clients and has worked with the best tradespeople and craftspeople to ensure a smooth delivery process and an enjoyable experience.
One of the firm’s notable projects is this transitional kitchen. It features a unique mix of classic and contemporary elements with white cabinetry, black countertops, and hardwood floorings. The large windows bring in a lot of natural light and a pleasant breeze. The new space also features a visually pleasing and functional design.
