Business Details
45 Years
experience
Custom Storm-Resistant Homes in Pensacola, FL
Acorn Construction has been designing and constructing custom homes on the Gulf Coast for over 34 years. Our team specializes in creating storm-resistant, energy-efficient residences that harmonize with the natural landscape, utilizing advanced building science and technology. We employ 3D computer modeling to ensure clients visualize their homes before construction begins. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through rigorous air leakage testing, thermal imaging, and a meticulous design-build process that prioritizes client satisfaction. With expertise in hurricane-resistant construction, including Storm-Tuff homes featuring safe rooms, we deliver durable, high-performance homes tailored to individual lifestyles.Our team's extensive experience, spanning decades in both design and construction, ensures every project meets exacting standards. We serve Escambia and Santa Rosa counties, focusing on Gulf Breeze, Pensacola, Navarre, and surrounding areas. Our dedication to innovation, transparency, and client collaboration has earned us recognition from local home builder associations and numerous awards in the industry.
Services
Custom Home Building
Storm-Resistant Homes
Energy-Efficient Construction
Design-Build Program
Safe Rooms
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We have 34 years of experience in custom home design and construction on the Gulf Coast.
- Our team utilizes 3D computer modeling to visualize homes before construction begins.
- We implement a patented Storm-Tuff building system for hurricane-resistant homes.
- Our energy-efficient homes meet Earth Cents, Energy Star, and Earth Wise standards.
- We provide 24/7 project transparency with live webcams and progress photo updates.
Services
Custom Home Building
We design and build fully customized homes tailored to clients' lifestyles and lot characteristics. Our process integrates 3D modeling, energy efficiency, and storm-resistant features. Clients benefit from transparent communication, progress tracking via webcams, and a 25-year track record of delivering high-quality, durable residences.
Storm-Resistant Homes
Our Storm-Tuff homes are engineered to withstand hurricane-force winds up to 160 mph with impact-resistant windows and reinforced 2x6 walls. Features include foam-sealed attics, stainless steel fasteners, and full-coverage peel-and-seal roofing. These homes protect occupants and property during extreme weather events while maintaining energy efficiency.
Energy-Efficient Construction
We build homes to Earth Cents, Energy Star, and Earth Wise standards using foam insulation, air leakage testing, and high-efficiency HVAC systems. Our thermal envelope testing ensures reduced utility bills and enhanced comfort. Features include low-E windows, sealed duct systems, and sustainable material choices for long-term efficiency.
Design-Build Program
Our program combines design and construction under one team, using 3D CAD modeling for real-time adjustments. We inventory clients' furniture and art to ensure proper fit, coordinate amenity selections with budgeting, and provide transparent cost tracking. This approach avoids costly redesigns and ensures buildable, budget-compliant plans.
Safe Rooms
We construct safe rooms engineered to survive 250 mph winds and missile impacts. These spaces protect occupants, pets, and valuables during hurricanes, tornadoes, or intrusions. Safe rooms integrate seamlessly into home designs and meet FEMA guidelines for community shelters during evacuations.
People
Les White
General Contractor
Les has designed and built custom Gulf Coast homes for 34 years, winning multiple Parade of Homes awards. A former Army helicopter pilot and UWF construction management graduate, he founded Acorn in 1981. His expertise spans storm-resistant construction and energy-efficient design.
Whitney Jerkins
Project Manager
Whitney manages construction projects and interior design with 13 years of residential experience. She coordinates teams, suppliers, and clients to ensure timely delivery of high-quality homes while maintaining organizational efficiency across all projects.
Tyler McCall
Senior Superintendent
Tyler oversees construction operations with expertise in carpentry, drywall, and masonry. A licensed pilot and dive master, he brings technical precision and leadership to ensure adherence to Acorn's quality standards across all building phases.
Questions
What makes Acorn homes storm-resistant?
Our Storm-Tuff homes use 2x6 walls rated for 140-160 mph winds, impact glass windows, stainless steel connectors, and full-coverage peel-and-seal roofing systems to withstand extreme weather.
How does the design-build process work?
We combine design and construction under one team, using 3D modeling for real-time adjustments. We coordinate budgeting, material selections, and furniture inventory to ensure buildable, cost-effective plans.
Do you build energy-efficient homes?
Yes, we meet Earth Cents, Energy Star, and Earth Wise standards with foam insulation, air leakage testing, and high-efficiency HVAC systems to reduce utility bills and improve comfort.
What areas do you serve?
We build in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties, including Pensacola, Gulf Breeze, Navarre, Milton, Mary Esther, and Cantonment.
Can I monitor construction remotely?
Yes, we provide live webcams and regular progress photo updates through our client portal so you can track construction from anywhere.
