Business Details
22 Years
experience
Custom Home Builders in Birnamwood, WI
Schwanz Custom Homes has been a trusted name in residential construction since 2004, serving Central Wisconsin and beyond. Founded by Luke and Becki Schwanz, our company combines decades of hands-on experience with a commitment to energy-efficient building practices. As a full-service general contractor, we oversee every aspect of custom home constructionfrom initial design and permitting to final clean-upensuring seamless execution and exceptional quality. Our team specializes in creating personalized spaces that reflect clients' unique visions, whether through custom kitchens, bathrooms, decks, or complete home builds.With a focus on efficiency and client collaboration, we maintain a highly organized job site and prioritize clear communication throughout every project. Our reputation for timely delivery and meticulous attention to detail has been built through years of dedicated service to communities in Birnamwood, Antigo, Wausau, and surrounding areas. Recognized for excellence in craftsmanship, we pride ourselves on transforming ideas into reality while maintaining transparency and integrity in every client relationship.
Services
Custom Homes
Kitchens
Bathrooms
Decks
Garages
Hardwoods
Mantels
Siding
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of local construction experience since 2004
- Our full-service approach eliminates middlemen for direct client communication
- We implement energy-efficient building practices aligned with modern standards
- Our team provides transparent project timelines with rapid completion guarantees
- We maintain direct owner involvement in every construction phase
What people say
Exceptional communication
Timely project completion
Professional expertise
Custom design flexibility
Problem-solving approach
Services
Custom Homes
We specialize in complete custom home builds tailored to individual client specifications. Our process begins with design consultation and site evaluation, followed by detailed floor plan development and material selection. Our experienced team manages every construction phase from foundation to final finishes, ensuring energy efficiency and structural integrity. Clients benefit from direct owner involvement and transparent communication throughout the building process.
Decks
Our deck construction services offer complete customization from material selection to design implementation. We handle both simple replacements and complex multi-level structures using treated lumber, cedar, or composite materials. Our team ensures proper structural integrity while incorporating modern design elements like glass railings or rustic log features. Each project includes thorough site assessment and material cost breakdowns for transparent budgeting.
Kitchens
We create functional kitchen spaces with custom cabinetry, countertop installation, and layout optimization. Our designers work with clients to select materials ranging from laminate to natural stone surfaces. Services include storage solutions, lighting integration, and appliance coordination. We specialize in open-concept designs with breakfast bars or islands while maintaining structural soundness and code compliance.
Bathrooms
Our bathroom remodeling services address both aesthetic upgrades and functional improvements. We handle complete renovations including layout changes, accessibility modifications, and fixture replacements. Projects incorporate modern tile work, plumbing updates, and space optimization techniques. Our team ensures proper waterproofing and ventilation while maintaining design continuity with the home's overall style.
Garages
We construct custom garages and outbuildings in various configurations including detached, attached, and pole shed designs. Our services cover foundation preparation, framing, and exterior finishing options like steel siding or vinyl. We accommodate specialized needs such as heated workshops or storage facilities, ensuring proper insulation and code-compliant construction methods throughout the building process.
People
Becky Schwanz
Owner / Administrative
Becky Schwanz manages estimating, bookkeeping, and contract writing while providing on-site support. With over 20 years of construction industry experience, she ensures project accuracy and client communication. Her organizational skills maintain efficient project timelines and budget management.
Luke Schwanz
Owner / Lead Carpenter
Luke Schwanz brings 30+ years of construction experience to each project. As lead carpenter, he oversees daily operations and quality control. His hands-on approach ensures technical precision while maintaining project deadlines. He specializes in design/build projects and complex structural implementations.
Questions
What sets Schwanz Custom Homes apart from other builders?
We offer direct owner involvement, transparent pricing, and energy-efficient construction methods. Our full-service approach eliminates middlemen while maintaining strict quality control standards.
Do you handle both design and construction phases?
Yes, we provide complete design/build services from initial concept through final construction, ensuring seamless project execution and design integrity.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Central Wisconsin including Langlade, Marathon, and Shawano Counties, with projects extending throughout Northern Wisconsin.
How do you determine project budgets?
We provide detailed estimates based on finalized plans and specifications. Initial ballpark figures become precise bids once design details are confirmed.
Can I use my own subcontractors?
Yes, we accommodate client-selected subcontractors while providing comparative cost analysis to ensure quality and budget compliance.
What payment structures do you offer?
We use staged payments tied to project milestones. Smaller jobs require 50% deposit, larger projects follow 35%/25%/5% payment schedules.
Reviews (6)
Fred Smith
Dec 18, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Becky brings her A game. Kept us very involved through the process and had a lot of good ideas. We were very happy with the final design and the timeliness of getting the project done. Also, very easy to work with.
Service:Design
Becky brings her A game. Kept us very involved through the process and had a lot of good ideas. We were very happy with the final design and the timeliness of getting the project done. Also, very easy to work with.
Service:Design
Leigh T.
Nov 26, 2021
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Excellent workhighly recommend! We have been looking forward to retiring near Antigo, but bad experiences with a home renovation and pool repair in a different state made us wary of trying to get a house built, and we had put it off for several years. Finally we searched online and saw many positive reviews for Schwanz Custom Homes, so we decided to see how the process went. We were prepared to call it off if things didnt seem right. Well, that never happened. We are so glad we went with Schwanz and could not be happier with the process or the results. Luke managed the construction at the
Sunny Alexander
Oct 21, 2021
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We Interviewed several builders before selecting Schwanz Custom Builders for our new lake house. Becki is just wonderful, helped in modifying and customizing a floor plan. She's very detailed and organized and is great with open lines of communication. Luke and Elijah and their crew are super also, the house went up so fast. They are very dedicated under Luke's supervision. We can't say enough about how pleased we are with the progress being made! We feel very fortunate to have found them for our dream house!!
Cory Esker
Oct 23, 2020
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Schwanz Custom Homes LLC is currently building my home along with a 4000 sq ft detached garage. They are very responsive to any questions I have had and have been working on a timely schedule. They have been at my project for around 6 weeks and I believe have only pulled off for 1 or 2 days.
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Alisa DiSalvo
Jul 05, 2020
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Fantastic builders! They built a large garage for us and I couldn't be more happy! Becki was detailed in each step and easy to trust with the process. Her quote literally was 5 times more detailed than others and transparent with all costs. The guys building were not only on time and professional, but quite good! They took pride with each step like it was their own home. Would work with again in a heartbeat.
Amanda Trieloff
Jan 11, 2020
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As a first home owner, I feel very fortunate to have connected with the Schwanz for our first home building experience. They are customer centered, personable, prompt to respond (even on their vacation!), and flexible/patient with changes. We are so happy with the quality of work done thus far on our home and timeliness with everything. Their crew is also very personable, thoughtful and hard working... they were out there on the coldest days yet this winter. What we respect most about the Schwanz is they are out there with their crew doing the work too, not just directing. We are still at awe of
