TRAVERSE CITY & LEELANAU COUNTY’S PREMIER CUSTOM HOME BUILDER

Welcome to Wheelhouse Construction, your trusted partner in Traverse City and Leelanau County. We combine decades of expertise with a commitment to excellence, crafting custom homes that embody the spirit of Northern Michigan. Our team is dedicated to quality, integrity, and bringing your vision to life with precision and care. Experience the Wheelhouse difference—where your dream home becomes reality.

OUR SERVICES

New Construction

Planning on building a home in Traverse City or Leelanau County? Let's meet! Whether you already have blueprints or are just starting to explore your options, we're here to guide you every step of the way. Discover how we can bring your dream home to life.

Remodels

Thinking about remodeling your home? We're here to help make it happen. From modern updates to complete overhauls, our team offers the expertise to enhance your home's beauty and functionality. Learn more about our process and how we can transform your space.

Our process

Committed to transparency and integrity, our team ensures that every aspect of every stage of your project is executed with meticulous attention to detail. We prioritize open communication throughout the entire process, handling each stage of your build with the utmost care and professionalism.

We oversee all aspects of the project, from submitting permits to final inspections, to deliver an exceptional, custom-built home.

Our commitment to quality and client satisfaction makes us the premier builder in the region, transforming your architectural dreams into a stunning reality.

Step 1

initial call 

When we first chat, we’ll discuss your goals and budget, work to understand what inspires and motivates your vision, review Wheelhouse’s approach to building and helping design your custom home, and ensure that we are aligned so that there are no surprises as the home building process advances.

Step 2

Pre-construction

Once a pre-construction agreement is signed, we’ll start creating a comprehensive budget, filing for permits, and choosing finish selections. We’ll collaborate with you to finalize every detail, ensuring that our plan meets your expectations and complies with local regulations.

Step 3

Build

As construction begins, we closely manage every phase to ensure top quality and adherence to timelines, while meticulously managing your investment. From laying the foundation to the final walkthrough, we keep you informed and involved, guaranteeing that your vision is realized with precision and care.

Stand out service

  • “We couldn’t be happier with our choice to use Brett as the contractor for our first house! He communicates often and makes us feel like we’re always up to date with what is going on. On top of great communication, he does amazing work, pays attention to detail, is there when he says he’ll be, and is very easy to work with. We demolished, designed, and built our house from out of state and never once did we feel out of control or concerned about the project. We can highly recommend Brett to anyone looking for a great contractor!”

    — Rachael & Ryan O.

  • “Brett does top-quality work. He went above and beyond to make sure our job was completed just right. He stays on top of things and communicates well.”

    — Matt & Stacy J.

  • Brett and Wheelhouse Construction have our highest recommendation. We are so appreciative and grateful for his work and feel so fortunate to have had him as our home builder. Thank you Brett and Wheelhouse!

    — Steven G.

  • "Brett and his team are a pleasure to work with. He has great relationships with his contractors, who are genuinely happy to work with him. He is very patient and helped guide us through the building process. We highly recommend Wheelhouse Construction, we would use them again in a heartbeat.”

    — Fred B.