Business Details
28 Years
experience
Custom Home Builders in Omaha, NE
L & L Custom Builders was founded in 1998 with a commitment to quality craftsmanship and personalized service. As a family-owned business, we specialize in transforming clients' visions into custom-designed homes tailored to their lifestyle and budget. Our team of experienced professionals, including founding partners Eric and Joel Lakeman and project manager Kent Furstenau, provides direct oversight from initial design through construction completion. With over 50 years of combined experience in residential construction, we prioritize transparent communication, detailed budget projections, and timely project execution. Our approach emphasizes relationships with clients and trusted local craftsmen to ensure superior results.We serve Omaha and surrounding communities, offering full-service homebuilding and remodeling solutions. Our dedication to integrity and precision has earned us repeat clients and referrals, reflecting our focus on exceeding expectations. Daily project oversight and a proven process ensure clarity and peace of mind throughout the building journey. Clients consistently highlight our attention to detail, adherence to schedules, and ability to deliver high-quality homes without hidden costs. This philosophy has established us as a respected partner in creating homes that reflect individual needs and enduring value.
Services
Custom Homebuilding
Residential Remodeling
Design-Build Services
Project Management
Construction Oversight
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of combined experience in residential construction
- Our team provides direct owner involvement throughout the building process
- We implement detailed monthly budget projections for complete transparency
- Our proven process ensures on-time completion with no hidden costs
- We maintain relationships with trusted local craftsmen for superior quality
What people say
Quality construction
Seamless process
Detailed budget reporting
On-time completion
Trusted craftsmen
Services
Custom Homebuilding
We create fully customized homes tailored to individual lifestyles and budgets. Our process begins with site selection and design collaboration, continuing through construction oversight to ensure quality execution. Clients receive detailed monthly budget reports and progress updates throughout the building timeline.
Residential Remodeling
Our remodeling services transform existing spaces while maintaining structural integrity. We work closely with homeowners to develop designs that enhance functionality and aesthetics. The same rigorous quality standards and transparent communication applied to new construction are maintained during renovation projects.
Design-Build Services
We offer coordinated design and construction services to streamline the building process. This approach ensures design concepts translate seamlessly into physical structures while maintaining budget parameters. Clients benefit from working with a single team throughout both phases of their project.
Project Management
Our comprehensive project management includes daily site supervision and detailed scheduling. We coordinate all subcontractors while providing regular progress updates and budget forecasts to maintain transparency throughout the construction timeline.
Construction Oversight
We maintain rigorous quality standards through daily on-site supervision by company owners. Our oversight ensures all work meets exacting specifications while addressing potential issues proactively to maintain project timelines and budget integrity.
People
Eric Lakeman
Founding Partner
With over 25 years in residential construction, Eric leads client relationships and budget management. He ensures every project maintains financial transparency while delivering quality homes tailored to client needs.
Joel Lakeman
Partner
Joel oversees construction quality and subcontractor coordination. His 25+ years of field experience ensure structural integrity and attention to detail in every home built by L & L Custom Builders.
Kent Furstenau
Plan Designer/Project Manager
Kent manages design development and construction timelines. With 15+ years of experience, he provides technical expertise and cost analysis to ensure projects stay on schedule and within budget.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Omaha and surrounding communities in Nebraska, including Bennington where our office is located.
How long does the homebuilding process take?
Project timelines vary by complexity, but we provide detailed schedules at project start to ensure timely completion while maintaining quality standards.
Do you handle both design and construction?
Yes, we offer integrated design-build services where we collaborate on home plans and execute construction under one cohesive process.
Are financing options available?
We recommend discussing financing directly with your lender as we don't provide in-house financing options for construction projects.
How do you ensure budget transparency?
We provide monthly cost analysis reports that track expenses against initial bids, ensuring complete visibility throughout the construction process.
Can I use my own design plans?
Yes, we can work with client-provided plans while ensuring they meet local building codes and construction best practices.
