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The award-winning Okanagan Lakefront residence offers outstanding views CREDIT: DON WEIXL PHOTOGRAPHY
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renovations or additions. Dahlen said that the goal of the company is to build affordable homes that
staff provides service, professional advice and quality craftsmanship. The company is a Certified Registered Builder and a member with Travelers Guarantee, the
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Canadian Home Builders Association and the Better Business Bureau. Keith Dahlen Construction designs homes and draft plans with input from its clients. It approaches renovations the same way it approaches new home construction, taking into account tight timelines to complete the project quickly while ensuring that structural integrity is maintained while integrating new and old construction. Keith Dahlen Construction has been operating in Vernon since 1987. Before that, the founder and Ken’s father, Keith, built and renovated homes in Edmonton. Ken already had almost 10 years experience in home building when he arrived in the Okanagan with his father. “We’ve always done renovations,” he said. “That was the mainstay. As we grew, clients asked us to build homes for them. We now have a good blend of both renovations and new homes. We’re
not just doing large renovation projects; we’ll work with someone on a small reno or addition as well.” Today the company has grown to seven office staff including a professional who does 3D drafting. In the field, it employs 10 – 12 people as well as a trusted group of sub trades. It builds no more than five or six custom homes a year, Dahlen said, noting that quality is the key to success and custom homes are a hands-on project every time. “We have found success with our in-house drafting, and work with our clients to create a design that matches their budget. We make sure that we’re on track. Homeowners appreciate that we understand their budgets prior to completing the drawings.” He added that 3D drafting allows clients to get an in-depth and realistic feeling for the finished project. “This is our strength,” he said. “We’re very hands-on. We work hard with our clients up-front to make sure the selections meet their
needs.” He noted that the company works with Builder Trend software that allows clients, no matter how far away they live, to follow the progress of their projects through updated reports and photos. Currently, Keith Dahlen Construction is working on more award-worthy homes that will be entered next year. They include dramatic renovations as well as a spectacular custom home on the lake complete with a tram to the waterfront. Dahlen said that thanks to an exceptional staff that includes general manager Mike Sanford, the future of the company is assured. “I think we’re very comfortable where we are,” he said. “We are able to service our clients very well, and our sub trades are a very big part of our success. Their quality of work is beyond reproach.” Keith Dahlen Construction Ltd. is at 8205 Aberdeen Road in Vernon. www.keithconstruction.ca
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