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_____________________________________________________________________________________________ Matustik Builders
insightful conversation about his company . Starting on a strong note , he explains the ways in which Matustik Builders stands out from its competitors in the Midwest .
Timely turnaround
“ Although we have been building homes for over 35 years , we have shifted our focus to the Lake Geneva area in the last 15 years , which has become our niche . What sets us apart from other builders in Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin is that we build an average home in about six-to-seven months , while our competitors take between a year and 18 months . Furthermore , our process involves a higher level of detail and quality in our homes . Interestingly , it takes us the same amount of man hours as other builders to construct a home , but we do so much work upfront that once we start construction , it progresses rapidly with trades on site every
day . As a result , the home is protected from the elements , mitigating the risk of mold and minimizing the amount of moisture that materials like concrete , lumber , and drywall absorb . When homes are exposed to the elements for an extended period , homeowners often notice cracks and nail pops after moving in because the home is acclimating . By getting the home closed in and conditioned to a stable temperature quickly , we can prevent these issues and provide a better product for our clients . This is why we aim to complete construction in approximately six-to-seven months .
“ Lake Geneva is a resort lake in the Midwest with pleasant summers and cold winters . None of our clients want to miss a single summer , so we consistently aim to start construction in the fall ( our busiest time ) to allow customers to then move into their new home before Memorial Day . We have not
Lakes Brick & Block has been serving the construction industry for over 100 years .
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