Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Home Builder in Reno, NV
Jenuane Communities was founded over 15 years ago by Ken and Darci Hendrix, lifelong Northern Nevadans committed to building enduring communities and quality homes. The company specializes in creating thoughtfully designed residential developments across Reno, Fernley, and Carson City, with a focus on local market needs and customer satisfaction. Their team emphasizes personalized service throughout the homebuying process, from initial design selections to post-purchase support.Recognized as multiple-time winners of the 'Best of Reno' Home Builder award, Jenuane combines local expertise with premium craftsmanship. The company maintains a family-centric approach, operating under the philosophy 'We Buy Here. We Build Here. We Live Here,' reflecting their deep community investment and commitment to creating spaces where families thrive.
Services
New Home Construction
Custom Home Design
Quick Delivery Homes
Community Development
Homeowner Support
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- Family-owned and operated since 2005 with deep Northern Nevada roots
- Multiple-time 'Best of Reno' Home Builder award winner
- Personalized design consultation and selection process
- Comprehensive post-purchase customer service and warranty support
- Local-first philosophy with community investment initiatives
What people say
Personalized service
Quality craftsmanship
Design team expertise
Community-focused approach
Excellent post-purchase support
Services
New Home Construction
Jenuane Communities develops thoughtfully designed residential communities across Northern Nevada. Our homes feature premium finishes, smart home technology options, and flexible floorplans ranging from 1,132 to 3,035 square feet. With multiple collections available, including quick delivery options, we offer personalized design choices through our Jenuane Design Studio to create spaces that reflect each homeowner's unique style and needs.
Custom Home Design
Our Jenuane Design Studio provides personalized selection experiences for homebuyers. Professional designers guide clients through cabinetry, lighting, flooring, and countertop options tailored to their home's construction stage. Move-in ready homes feature curated selections by our design team, while early-stage buyers enjoy 50% deposit requirements when working with preferred lenders to customize their new home's interior finishes and technology features.
Community Development
We create master-planned communities in Reno, Fernley, and Carson City with diverse housing options for various family needs. Current developments include single-family homes, townhomes, and quick delivery options across multiple price points. Each community is designed with neighborhood amenities, appropriate lot sizes, and architectural diversity while maintaining strict quality control standards that have earned us multiple regional builder awards since 2005.
Homeowner Support
Our dedicated customer service team provides comprehensive support from closing through homeownership. Services include warranty management, smart home orientation with LinkUs technology partners, and ongoing maintenance guidance. We offer 30-day, 11-month, and extended structural warranties while maintaining direct communication channels for urgent repair requests and routine homeowner inquiries through assigned service representatives.
Financing Assistance
Jenuane Communities partners with preferred lenders including Guild Mortgage and US Bank to facilitate home financing. Our concierge team helps buyers navigate loan options, provides mortgage calculators for preliminary budgeting, and coordinates with external lenders to ensure smooth transaction processes. We offer reduced deposit requirements for design selections when working with approved financing partners and maintain transparent pricing structures across all home collections.
People
Ken Hendrix
Co-Founder
Co-founder of Jenuane Communities with over 20 years in Northern Nevada homebuilding. Combines local market expertise with community development vision, focusing on creating neighborhoods that foster family growth and lasting community connections through quality residential construction.
Darci Hendrix
Co-Founder
Co-founder instrumental in establishing Jenuane's community-focused approach. With deep Northern Nevada roots, she oversees customer experience initiatives and community investment programs, ensuring homes are built with the same care and commitment they apply to their own family's local lifestyle.
Melinda Brown
Design Manager
Leads homebuyer design programs with 12+ years at Jenuane. Combines interior design expertise and psychology to create functional, beautiful spaces. Oversees model home planning and personally engages with buyers to ensure their home selections reflect both aesthetic preferences and practical living needs.
Brandi McCombs
Director of Service
Manages customer service operations with 11 years of experience. Focuses on resolving homeowner issues while maintaining Jenuane's personalized approach. Organizes community outreach initiatives and ensures warranty processes maintain the company's high standards for post-purchase satisfaction.
Carol Casper
Concierge Team
Key contact for new homebuyers, providing guidance through the purchasing process. With extensive local knowledge, she assists with community selection, coordinates design appointments, and serves as primary support for initial homeowner inquiries during business hours.
Questions
What Northern Nevada areas do you build in?
We develop communities in Reno, Fernley, Carson City, and North Valleys with multiple price points and home styles across these Northern Nevada locations.
Can I customize my new home's features?
Yes, our Jenuane Design Studio offers personalized selections for cabinetry, flooring, lighting, and smart home technology based on your home's construction timeline.
Do you offer quick delivery homes?
We have quick delivery options available in several communities including Golden Mesa, Sierra Vista, and The Ridge with move-in readiness timelines.
What financing options are available?
We partner with Guild Mortgage, Premier Mortgage, and US Bank to offer competitive financing solutions, including reduced deposit requirements for design selections.
What warranty coverage do you provide?
We offer 30-day cosmetic review, 11-month warranty service, and extended structural component coverage beyond the first year of homeownership.
How does the design selection process work?
Our professional designers guide you through material and finish selections during scheduled appointments, with options varying based on your home's construction phase.
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