Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Custom Home Builder in Blair, NE
Nielsen Custom Homes is a family-owned and operated business serving the Omaha metropolitan area since 1969. With over five decades of experience in residential construction, we specialize in crafting custom-designed homes, executing renovations, and completing commercial projects with meticulous attention to detail. Our commitment to quality is evidenced by our 1-year warranty program, BBB A+ rating, and status as a licensed, bonded, and insured contractor. We prioritize personalized service, treating every project as if it were our own home, and maintain strong community ties through local projects in Blair, Fremont, and Omaha.Our team combines generational expertise - including 28 years of hands-on experience from owner Jay Nielsen - with modern building techniques to deliver energy-efficient, durable structures tailored to client specifications. From initial consultation to final walkthrough, we emphasize transparent communication and craftsmanship excellence, ensuring client visions become reality while maintaining strict adherence to timelines and budgets.
Services
Custom Homes
Home Renovations
Room Additions
Residential Construction
Commercial Projects
Home Remodeling
Interior Design
Land Development
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of local home building expertise
- Our team provides personalized service with dedicated project management
- We maintain strict quality control with hands-on owner involvement
- Licensed, bonded and insured for client protection
- BBB A+ rated with proven customer satisfaction record
What people say
Outstanding quality
Highly recommend
Responsive team
Great workmanship
Better than new
Services
Custom Homes
We design and build fully customized residential properties tailored to client specifications. Our process includes initial consultation, architectural design, and hands-on construction management. Clients benefit from energy-efficient materials, modern floor plans, and personalized finishes that create functional living spaces meeting exact requirements.
Home Renovations
Our renovation services transform existing spaces while maintaining structural integrity. We handle complete kitchen and bathroom makeovers, basement finishing, and whole-house updates. Clients receive expert guidance on material selection, space optimization, and value-adding improvements that enhance both aesthetics and functionality.
Room Additions
We create seamless additions that integrate with existing architecture. Services include designing and constructing new living areas, bedrooms, and outdoor spaces. Clients gain functional square footage that increases property value while maintaining cohesive design elements throughout their home.
People
Jay Nielsen
Owner & Licensed General Contractor
Second-generation builder with 28 years construction experience, specializing in residential projects. Has completed hundreds of custom homes while maintaining hands-on involvement in every project from design through completion.
Janette Nielsen
Realtor & Administrator
Joined family business in 2012, providing real estate expertise and client support. Manages administrative operations while offering property consultation services that complement construction offerings.
Questions
What types of homes do you build?
We specialize in custom-designed single-family homes, including ranch-style, two-story, and accessibility-focused floor plans tailored to client preferences.
Do you handle renovation projects?
Yes, we complete full home renovations, kitchen and bathroom remodels, and commercial space updates with the same quality standards as new construction.
Are you licensed and insured?
We maintain full licensing, bonding, and insurance coverage for all construction activities across Eastern Nebraska.
What areas do you serve?
Our primary service area includes Blair, Omaha, Fremont, and surrounding Nebraska communities within a 60-mile radius.
Do you offer warranties?
Every new construction project includes a 1-year comprehensive warranty covering workmanship and materials.
