About Dave Knecht Homes

Dave Knecht Homes, LLC was built on the foundation of constructing only the finest homes and projects with an elevated standard of execution and customer service.  Our attention to detail and proven methods of construction coupled with the finest handpicked consistent subcontractor base has made us a front runner in the industry.

As an award winning Chicago homebuilder and general contractor with an impressive 30 year track record, Dave Knecht’s accomplishments and his methods of construction are a direct result of his education in the field of construction, experience, a team of dedicated employees and collaboration with the finest architects and hand selected subcontractors.

Dave Knecht Homes, LLC Operates primarily in Illinois but is proud to work on residential projects and vacation homes in Massachusetts, Michigan and Wisconsin for select repeat customers.  New to Dave Knecht Homes, LLC is our maintenance division, established to assist in our warranty service and ongoing maintenance for our clients.

Dave Knecht’s work has been featured in the following publications:

HGTV – Fantasy Home 2000, House Beautiful Magazine, Traditional Home Magazine, Luxe Magazine, Trends Magazine, Home Magazine, Elite Magazine, Frontgate Catalog, Design and Architecture Magazine, This Old House Magazine and Hinsdale Living:

Our staff is comprised of a highly qualified, experienced and educated team that specializes in custom construction including custom luxury homes, additions, historic renovation work and light commercial projects. Dave and his staff play an integral part of the design team from inception and through the execution of the project construction.  It is his strong belief that the most important component of the team is the owner and he works diligently to assist the owner through the entire project.  Dave has developed a long list of over 450 satisfied clients with many repeat customers.

Dave Knecht, President/Owner, is responsible for the construction of well over 450 residential high end custom homes, historical renovations and additions. Dave graduated from Auburn University with a Bachelor of Science Degree from the School of Architecture, Design and Construction. His career in the construction industry spans over 29 years. In 1993 Dave started Northridge Builders, Inc. constructing high end luxury homes in the Hinsdale, Illinois area. As his reputation for detail and maintaining the highest of standards grew, he began building homes in many surrounding Chicago communities including downtown Chicago and Chicago’s North Shore Area. Dave has also completed projects in Massachusetts, Michigan, and Wisconsin. Dave Knecht Homes, LLC was founded in 2012 committing to the same level of custom residential construction while broadening interests in light commercial work. Architects and Real Estate Agents consider Dave Knecht to be one of the premier residential homebuilders in the Chicago Area and frequently refer him to their high end clients.

Jeanette Beauregard, Chief Operating Officer, has more than 23 years of executive office management experience. Jeanette has a Bachelor’s degree from Northern Illinois University in English.  Jeanette has been working with Dave for the past 14 years and is an irreplaceable asset to the company.  Jeanette manages all Dave Knecht Homes, LLC office activities, secures all permitting, assists in accounting, scheduling and prepares all monthly draw applications.

Antonio Valencia, Site Supervisor

Tom Leahy, Estimator