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About Us
Colonial Builders LLC wants to thank you for taking the time to inquire about us. Colonial Builders was founded in 1975 and is rooted in a strong family tradition of builders. Colonial Builders currently is owned and operated by Tim Nagelkirk with the assistance of his office assistant Stephanie Elders along with the amazing Colonial TEAM.
Colonial is an innovative and creative residential construction and home remodeling company specializing in custom and quality workmanship in the West Michigan area. Our goal is to insure our clients that the construction process will be an efficient, economical, and mutually gratifying experience as we proceed in constructing their “dream home”. We would be delighted to help you with site selection, home design and placement, financing and/or any other customization details. Read More…
Client Testimonials
Blake and Mary Krueger
Thank you for building our dream home. The building process was extremely easy due to your guidance and ideas. Your attention to detail surpassed our expectations. The craftsmanship in our home is outstanding. The contractors were… Read more “Blake and Mary Krueger”
Mary and Harry Goossens
Our experience with Colonial Builders was outstanding! It was a great experience and I give Colonial Builders the credit! Their organization was the key to our success.
Scott and Barb Edwards
Having Colonial Builders build our home was a great experience. From the designing of the house to the final walk-through we felt they were deeply committed to making our experience as easy and enjoyable as possible… Read more “Scott and Barb Edwards”
Elaine and Steve Bossenbroek
We are very happy with the quality and workmanship, and they completed the work on schedule. Colonial Builders made the whole process a very enjoyable experience, and we highly recommend them to anyone building a new… Read more “Elaine and Steve Bossenbroek”
Christopher and Heather Hoexum
Heather and I wanted to express the sincere appreciation that you and your company extended in the build of our dream house. Your impeccable attention to detail made our first build a very seamless process and… Read more “Christopher and Heather Hoexum”
The Werkemas
We are currently in the middle of our second building project with Colonial Builders. Many times you hear stories about how the building process is full of delays and surprises, we have experienced nothing but the… Read more “The Werkemas”
Meleca’s
Colonial Builders, far exceeded our expectations with regard to superior craftsmanship, tremendous project organization, friendly and honest service by the entire Colonial family, accurate pricing, and ability to meet deadlines. We are pleased and honored to… Read more “Meleca’s”
The Smith’s
Dear Tim, Oh my word!!! Thank you so very much for EVERYTHING!!! What a great experience building our home with you. It is absolutely more than we ever could have imagined. We will miss you and… Read more “The Smith’s”
Deb Meijer
I have worked with many excellent builders over the years, and Colonial Builders are the absolute best of the best. Tim Nagelkirk not only made the building process painless, but truly enjoyable. His homes are a… Read more “Deb Meijer”
Eric and Becky Ward
Raised in Michigan we moved back from the Chicago area after the birth of our first daughter in 2001. We started the search for a new home and were lucky to find a Colonial built residence… Read more “Eric and Becky Ward”
Kristi Kinzler
Tim is an exceptional, trustworthy builder who exceeded all of my building expectations. The entire building process went smoothly and was completely stress free. Tim strives for complete perfection and this was definitely reflected in how… Read more “Kristi Kinzler”
The Wierenga’s
We highly recommend Colonial builders to anyone looking for a honest, quality builder. Tim took time with us to review each aspect of our remodel. It was a complicated remodel with multiple facets, requiring lots of time.… Read more “The Wierenga’s”
Tom and Stacy Kuiper
Friends and family all jokingly warned us that building a house was going to be a true test of our relationship because of how stressful it would be. Nothing was further from the truth. The process… Read more “Tom and Stacy Kuiper”
Dr. Tom and Barb Shaw
The craftsmanship of his work and the people he subcontracts with is first rate. We would highly recommend Colonial Builders to anyone considering building a home or an addition. They build quality homes with integrity.
Tim and Brandi Engen
Finding the right builder for you and your family’s dream house can be a daunting task. Who can provide the best pricing? Who has the best customer service? And who can build a high quality house… Read more “Tim and Brandi Engen”
Donna Hinton
Tim- You surely did NOT disappoint. My niece, Sarah, was 100% correct, YOU ARE AWESOME!! Just a note to tell you how happy I am in my new house. It is so spectacular – beyond what… Read more “Donna Hinton”
Latest News
2022 Cosmopolitan Home of the Year
“Our plans were completed and now we needed to find the right builder. After research and interviews we selected Colonial Builders – Tim Nagelkirk. Tim worked collaboratively with us, our architect, designer, and landscaper to notRead more “2022 Cosmopolitan Home of the Year”
Home of the Year 2019
“It was just tremendous, first class melding of people involved. Jeff nailed the design right off the bat and Tim pours heart and soul into building and sets a high standard of quality and beauty forRead more “Home of the Year 2019”
Home of the Year 2017
“Picking a builder came down to the fact that it’s not just picking someone who is the most competitively priced; it’s someone who can partner with you on a project,” said Engen. “I felt like TimRead more “Home of the Year 2017”
Elegantly Enchanted
“Be not afraid of greatness some are born great. Some achieve greatness some achieve greatness and some have greatness thrust upon them.” – William Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night For Tim Nagelkirk, life with Colonial Builders has beenRead more “Elegantly Enchanted”
Layered Perfection
Nestled amidst a mature, wooded landscape in the Cascade area, a 10,000-plus square-foot-dream chateau deceives times. The estate appears to have been built generations prior and plucked from a serene country side in France. This distinct,Read more “Layered Perfection”