Keepsake Homes was established in 1982. Since then it has grown from a one man operation to a network of offices and employees working together to build quality homes. Our custom homes are comfortable, attractive, and energy efficient. Every prospective home buyer is treated with professionalism and courtesy from beginning to end. We understand that buying a home is one of the largest investments you will make. Therefore, we will guide you through the process of creating a home that suits your needs. By customizing your home, from floors to fixtures, we know your home will match your personal standards and will truly be a "Keepsake". We specialize in "On Your Lot" construction and have been doing so for 27 years.
Keepsake has ten employees to serve you. You will get to know most of them during your home building process. Below is a little bio on our valuable employees and what each ones duties and responsibilities are.
About Us
Denis Hafer, President
Denis is the founder and owner of Keepsake Homes Inc. since 1982. Denis oversees the entire operation and reviews all prints and contracts before construction begins. He is a 1967 Graduate of Penn State University with an Associates Degree in Drafting and Design. Denis was on the Board of Directors for the Berks County Builder's Association. Denis worked for two other builders and was a designer for a HVAC engineering firm before starting Keepsake Homes. His many years of experience will simplify the building process for you. Denis will also handle your final settlement with Keepsake Homes at the completion of construction.
Steve Hafer, Vice President
Steve is the vice president of Keepsake Homes. He has been employed at Keepsake since 2004. Prior to working for Keepsake, Steve gained experience from his employment at 84 Lumber and Mike Wolf Framing. Steve is a 2002 graduate of Penn State University with a Bachelors degree in Finance. Steve's duties consist of home and addition pricing, cost analysis, and inside support for supervisors and subcontractors. Steve's rapid absorption of construction information has allowed him to obtain a vast knowledge of all aspects of the construction industry. His hardwork, dedication and knowledge makes him a valuable asset to both Keepsake Homes and prospective home owners.
Joe Lorah, Salesman
Joe is the Salesman for the Bucks, Montgomery, Chester, Delaware and Lehigh Co areas for Keepsake Homes. He has been with the company since 1992 and is in charge of the sales and advertising for two of our Keepsake offices in Royersford and Fogelsville. Joe is also involved in real estate so he can help you find a lot as well. His many years of experience will help make your home building experience an easy one.
Bill Hines, Salesman
Bill is the Salesman for the Berks, Lebanon and Schuylkill Co. areas for Keepsake Homes. Bill is in charge of the sales and advertising in the Sinking Spring and Schuylkill offices. He has been with the company since 2006, but has been in the construction industry since 1971. During this time Bill has gained an invaluable amount of experience in dealing with the products that go into the construction of your new home. This background gives him a "leg-up" in dealing with the structural and planning aspects of your new home. During these years, Bill has won many "Sales Excellence" awards due to his involvement and commitment to his customers. Also, Bill will be involved in the production of your new home along with his other duties at Keepsake Homes.
Cindy, Office Manager
Cindy is the Office Manager for Keepsake Homes. She has been working for Keepsake since 2003.
She has been an office manager in the construction industry for 18 years. Her duties include answering the phone, billing, AP/AR, payroll, job costing, coordinating warranty work and punch list schedules, etc. She is also a Notary. She will work with your bank to get all the necessary paperwork ready for your "settlement" on your loan and will do all of the draw billing to the bank during your construction process. Cindy has an Associates Degree in Business Administration from Penn State University and also prepares taxes for H&R Block during tax season. If you have any questions, Cindy will answer your question or direct you to the person who can answer it.
Keith, Project Coordinator/Supervisor
Keith is the Project Coordinator for Keepsake Homes. He has been working for Keepsake Homes since 2002. Keith has been working in the construction industry for 30+ years in both residential and commercial venues. Keith will be one of the first people you work with at Keepsake. He deals with the external costs and options on your lot. External costs include excavating, septic system, perks and probes, wells, city water/sewer/gas hookups, lot clearing, rock removal, driveways and paving, and staking out your home. He will also assist if you need a county soil and erosion control plan. Keith will take an excavator out to your lot and get an itemized list of costs so you have a good idea what all of the above mentioned items will cost. This will help you to determine if the lot is what you are looking for. He can do this before you purchase a lot so you know up front what you are dealing with. Keith is also a Supervisor and he will oversee your home from start to finish. He will schedule subcontractors and materials, inspections, etc. and keep your job moving smoothly.
Shawn, Draftsman
Shawn is our Draftsman and has been with Keepsake Homes since 1987. He can create a custom design for you or work with an existing design. Keepsake has many designs you can choose from as well. Shawn is responsible for getting the prints completely drawn to the customers and townships satisfaction. Once he has completed the drawings and they have been approved, your house is ready for production.
Eric, Service Manager
Eric is our Service Manager. He is usually one of the last Keepsake employees that you will see. Eric will walk through your home with you when we are finished with construction and come up with a punch list of items that need to be finished/repaired. He will then ensure that those items get completed. He will be the one to put the finishing touches on your home ie-towel bars, paper holders, mirrors, etc. Eric will also be the one who comes out after one year to do a one year walk thru with you.
