Business Details
28 Years
experience
Custom Home Builders & Remodeling Experts in Appleton
Headliner Homes has been crafting personalized, high-quality residential spaces since 1998. Founded by Ryan Smith and strengthened by Katie Smiths interior design expertise, our team combines over four decades of combined experience in construction and design. We specialize in custom home building, remodeling, and outdoor living solutions, prioritizing hands-on client collaboration and meticulous attention to detail.Our process emphasizes transparent budgeting, skilled subcontractor networks, and a limited-project approach to ensure dedicated service. Recognized for our integrity and craftsmanship, we maintain a 98% client satisfaction rate through personalized communication and a commitment to exceeding expectations in every project.
Services
Custom Built
Remodeling
Outdoor Living
Design Services
Construction Management
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of experience in custom home building and remodeling
- Our team provides personalized service with a hands-on approach
- We ensure transparency with detailed budgeting and regular project updates
- We maintain high standards with skilled subcontractors and premium materials
- We prioritize client collaboration throughout the entire building process
What people say
Outstanding professionalism
Amazing craftsmanship
Hands-on approach
Excellent communication
Highly recommend
Services
Custom Built
Headliner Homes specializes in creating fully customized residences tailored to clients lifestyles. Our process begins with personalized consultations to understand your vision, followed by collaborative design development and transparent budgeting. We manage every detail from permitting to final construction, ensuring quality craftsmanship and attention to detail throughout the 6+ month building timeline. Our team maintains open communication and provides monthly budget updates to guarantee your dream home meets both functional needs and aesthetic preferences.
Remodeling
We transform existing spaces through comprehensive remodeling services that balance creativity with practicality. Our expertise covers kitchen and bathroom renovations, basement finishing, and whole-home makeovers. The process includes structural assessment, material selection guidance, and careful project management to minimize disruption while maintaining quality standards. Our team handles unexpected challenges transparently and ensures all updates enhance both functionality and property value through thoughtful design choices.
Outdoor Living
Our outdoor living solutions create functional extensions of your home environment. We design and construct custom decks, patios, pergolas, and complete outdoor kitchens tailored to your entertainment and relaxation needs. Using durable, weather-resistant materials, we ensure long-lasting beauty with minimal maintenance requirements. The process includes site assessment, design collaboration, and expert installation while maintaining compliance with local permitting regulations to create seamless transitions between indoor and outdoor living areas.
People
Ryan Smith
Founder & Builder
Ryan Smith established Headliner Homes in 1998 with a vision for personalized home building. With over 25 years of construction experience, he oversees all projects, maintaining quality control and client communication. His hands-on approach ensures each home meets exacting standards while staying within budget and timeline commitments.
Katie Smith
Interior Designer
Katie Smith brings 15+ years of design expertise to Headliner Homes. She specializes in creating functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces that reflect clients personalities. Her collaborative approach helps homeowners make informed decisions about materials, colors, and layouts while maintaining cohesive design themes throughout each project.
Questions
What makes your home building process unique?
Our boutique-style approach limits annual projects to ensure dedicated attention. Ryan and Katie personally oversee each project from concept to completion, maintaining open communication and collaborative decision-making throughout the 6+ month construction timeline.
Do you handle both design and construction?
Yes, we provide fully integrated services. Katie manages interior design selections while Ryan coordinates construction. This seamless approach ensures design vision translates perfectly into physical results without conflicting subcontractor interpretations.
How are project timelines managed?
We provide detailed timelines at project start with regular updates. While typical custom homes take 6+ months and remodels 3-12 months, we maintain flexibility for client-requested changes while striving to meet original completion dates through proactive scheduling.
What about unexpected construction issues?
Our experienced team anticipates potential problems during planning. When unforeseen issues arise, we immediately present solutions with transparent cost/time implications, maintaining client control over project direction while leveraging our expertise to resolve challenges efficiently.
Do you work with existing architectural plans?
Yes, we accommodate client-provided plans while offering value engineering suggestions. Our subcontractor network provides cost assessments for proposed designs, allowing informed decisions about potential modifications to optimize budget and functionality.
What post-construction support do you offer?
We provide a one-year warranty covering workmanship and materials. Our follow-up service includes addressing any post-occupancy concerns, with Ryan remaining accessible for future maintenance questions or additional project needs.
