--- title: "David Bauer Custom Homes — Home Builders | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/david-bauer-custom-homes-pfvwus-pf~1511526942 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1511526942.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "David Bauer Custom Homes" category: ["Home Builders"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/974376b605c3b3c4_0205-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Blanchester, Ohio 45107, United States" latitude: 39.3034 longitude: -83.974 phone: "(513) 617-5938" website: https://dbchinc.com rating: 4.6 review_count: 11 best_of_houzz_awards: 3 followers: 28 last_updated: 2026-09-16 --- # David Bauer Custom Homes Original Houzz profile: [David Bauer Custom Homes](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/david-bauer-custom-homes-pfvwus-pf~1511526942) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Home Builders - **Location:** Blanchester, OH - **Serves:** West Chester, Mason, Lebanon, Sharonville, Blue Ash, Loveland, Wilmington, Amelia, Montgomery, Kenwood, Withamsville, Landen, Milford, South Lebanon, Deer Park, Blanchester, Mulberry, Amberley, Sixteen Mile Stand, Mariemont, Batavia, Day Heights, Morrow, Terrace Park, Maineville, Lynchburg, Highpoint, Owensville, Goshen, Martinsville, Clarksville, Newtonsville, Midland, Camp Dennison, Miamiville, Fayetteville, Butlerville, Olde West Chester, Marathon, Pleasant Plain, Cozaddale, Cuba, Evendale, Hopkinsville, Hyde Park, Indian Hill, Kings Mill, Maderia, Mt Carmel, Oregonia, Willowville - **Houzz rating:** 4.6 out of 5 (11 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2017–2026), for Service, Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Industry Research - Barometer - Recommended on Houzz - 250 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Offers Custom Work - 40 years in business David Bauer Custom Homes, Inc. is a custom home designer and builder. I am David Bauer, the owner and president of DBCH, inc. I build custom homes in the greater Cincinnati, Ohio area. I have been designing and building custom homes in this area for over 40 years. I take pride in giving each project my personal attention. Every homeowner is unique so I enjoy working with homeowners to create a design that is both personal and functional for their lifestyles. Client relationships and communication are paramount to me. I work with our clients in the design process, then serve as the general contractor to ensure the clients' vision is translated properly to the subcontractors. I see the project through from the initial design to handing over the keys for my clients to move into their new home. I am committed to providing each client with the best quality and value in the design and construction of their custom home. You'll see our passion and commitment to quality in every home I build. ### Services Provided - New Home Construction - Custom Homes - Home Remodeling - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Energy-Efficient Homes - House Plans - Multigenerational Homes - Guesthouse Design & Construction - Green Building - Project Management - Garage Building - Home Restoration - House Framing - Floor Plans - Sustainable Design - Foundation Construction - Historic Building Conservation - Site Planning - Handicap-Accessible Design - Drafting - Demolition - Site Preparation - Log Home Construction - Insulation Installation - Passive Solar Heating & Cooling - Foundation Monitoring - Construction Drawings - General Contractor - Home Builder - Home Design ### Areas Served - West Chester - Mason - Lebanon - Sharonville - Blue Ash - Loveland - Wilmington - Amelia - Montgomery - Kenwood - Withamsville - Landen - Milford - South Lebanon - Deer Park - Blanchester - Mulberry - Amberley - Sixteen Mile Stand - Mariemont - Batavia - Day Heights - Morrow - Terrace Park - Maineville - Lynchburg - Highpoint - Owensville - Goshen - Martinsville - Clarksville - Newtonsville - Midland - Camp Dennison - Miamiville - Fayetteville - Butlerville - Olde West Chester - Marathon - Pleasant Plain - Cozaddale - Cuba - Evendale - Hopkinsville - Hyde Park - Indian Hill - Kings Mill - Maderia - Mt Carmel - Oregonia - Willowville ### Typical Job Cost $500,000 - 1.2 million $500,000 - 1.2 million ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | David Bauer Custom Homes | | Address | Blanchester, Ohio 45107, United States | | Phone | (513) 617-5938 | | Website | https://dbchinc.com | | Followers on Houzz | 28 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100023894472807 - Blog — https://www.instagram.com/davidbauercustomhomes/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [David Bauer Custom Homes](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/david-bauer-custom-homes-pfvwus-pf~1511526942) - **Website:** https://dbchinc.com - **Phone:** (513) 617-5938 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2017–2026), for Service, Design. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.6 out of 5 — 11 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 46.0 - Communication: 42.0 - Value: 42.0 ### All 11 reviews **★★★★★ — Anthony Wood, Nov. 2025** > Our project 2025 was a two bedroom cabin in the woods, located far from a paved road. Working with Dave has been easy. He has an incredibly talented group of workers. They have been helpful when we are making decisions about plumbing, electrical, carpentry and tile work. I would not hesitate to hire Dave and his crew again. > Mrs W **★★★★★ — pioneer15, Nov. 2025** > Even though my wife and I are retired we had never been involved in building a new home. We were so happy to have found David Bauer Custom Homes to guide us through the journey. David and his crew were responsive to our questions and concerns - and we had quite a few questions. I would say that David Bauer Custom Homes exceeded our expectations and in the end - we got the new home that we envisioned. **★★★★★ — JIim Brandenburgh, Nov. 2025** > Dave and his team were wonderful to work with. High quality people. Excellent communication. Dave helped solve several stubborn problems around our build that others couldn't work out. He also set realistic expectations regarding timeline and costs. His decades of experience were valuable at almost every stage of the project. No question, If I build again in the future, his number is the only one I will call. Can't say enough good things about Dave as a person and David Bauer Custom Homes. **★★★★★ — sykatzman, Nov. 2025** > I was very pleased with the amount of personal attention I received. I also was impressed that the subs came when they needed to and did not waste time. When something needed addressing it was done efficiently and absolutely. **★ — HU-842482099, Nov. 2021** > He built my home but never finished it. We sent many emails, and made many phone calls but he refused to come back and finish the work. He stated he couldn’t get contractors to show up. He made lots of promises but didn’t deliver. Shame on you David Bauer! **Comment from David Bauer Custom Homes:** > Sorry for the late reply to this review. We pride ourselves in personalized customer service. In August of 2020, if you recall, we were in the first 6 months of the Covid-19 pandemic and under quarantine. During the 2 plus years of the pandemic, we also faced supply chain challenges to say the least. Many of our contractors suffered from Covid-19 and some even lost loved ones. Those issues, for the most part, seem to be behind us. Even though from time to time there are supply chain issues and contractor delays. As the economy settles down over the course of the next year, we expect projects to return to normal. I personally manage each of our projects and have daily communication with most of our customers. I do apologize for any inconvenience that this past 2 plus years has caused anyone and especially those who have lost loved ones. **★★★★★ — Greg & Debbie Nichols, Jan. 2018** > David Bauer Custom Homes, they did a great job very professional they're really concerned about what you wanted in your home, and staying witin in your bugget. They came into our home and looked at how we had set it up over the years and gave us some ideas on how we could do things in our new home, but he didn't push new trends, they were only concern what we wanted. > Everything came in on time all the trades people that they work with did a really good job so we were really pleased. Thank you Dave for all you have done. **Comment from David Bauer Custom Homes:** > Thanks Greg and Debbie, it was a pleasure working with you on designing and building your custom home. You did a wanderful job installing the hardwood and I especially like your custom mantel work. You were so easy to work with in making design choices and selections. I hope you have many years of enjoyment in your new home. Dave **★★★★★ — Ashley Jackson, Nov. 2017** > We hired David Bauer Custom Homes to design and build our family home and after interviewing multiple custom home builders I am still 100% sure we picked the very best one. David is honest, responsive, creative, and very easy to work with during the building process. All the subcontractors David hired were professional and respectful while on site. David ensured everything performed was at the up most quality while trying to stay in budget at the same time. The unique design to my home is EXACTLY what we envisioned and MORE. I love the character it shows and have received an enormous amount of compliments. I have already highly recommend David Bauer Custom Homes to my family and friends. **★★★★★ — cahnsj, Sept. 2016** > We hired David Bauer because he offered solutions that were creative, attainable and budget-conscious to the multifaceted problems our plan for our home presented. The project entailed flooring and windows throughout the house, demolition and rebuilding of an addition (with extensive insulation and its own HVAC system), remodeling a kitchen (with extensive insulation), repurposing a living room and dining room as an art and music studio, creating a laundry room on the main floor and organizing all the utilities for these spaces. As each phase of the work was accomplished, and we saw the care, expertise and reliability with which the work was done, we enjoyed ongoing satisfaction seeing the results. The project took roughly nine months to complete. Through that time we were in continuous communication with David Bauer and his team. We walked through the house regularly with David Bauer, and he worked with us to get the details right. The weather, the items we ordered and the house itself all presented surprises, regularly. Each problem was addressed in turn. Having been through four seasons in the house since the remodeling, we are highly satisfied with the aesthetics, comfort and functionality of our home. David Bauer Custom Homes did beautiful work for us. **★★★★★ — edwardsville, Aug. 2016** > David Bauer and his team built our new custom country home in 2015-2016. We were complete novices at this, so we were a little unsure of how the whole process would go. David was great to work with, and he was always there with good advice and counsel when we needed it. Although the entire process of building a custom home can seem a bit overwhelming at times, David broke down the steps for us so that we fully understood when the various things would be happening and when we needed to have our decisions completed for those steps. David also helped us to modify and customize our house plans to achieve a floor plan that was perfect for us. The house turned out great, and we are very happy that we chose to work with David Bauer for our big project. **★★★★★ — kevin\_radley\_wright, Aug. 2016** > Project scope included a complete remodel of family room. Project was completed on time and on budget. The project planning ensured that work was taking place every day. They were detail oriented and kept the project clean. The end result was a family room that is much more functional. We wouldn't hesitate to use David Bauer again. **★★★★★ — clshane18, July 2016** > Our experience with David Bauer Custom Homes was first class. They remodeled our kitchen and put on an addition to our home that included a sunroom with fireplace, an exercize room and a greatly enlarged master closet. Under the addition they put a basement which contains a man cave, a wine cellar and a lot of storage space. The company is professional and accommodating in its desire that the finished job be just what you want. Suggestions were made that enhanced the final outcome of our project. The detail of the workmanship is something we really enjoy in our home. We give this company a definite thumbs up! ## Selected projects - [Lake House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-house-pj-vj~7736798) - Location: Sardinia, OH - Photos: 62 - [Cherry Street](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cherry-street-pj-vj~7710779) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 71 - [Over The Rhine](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/over-the-rhine-pj-vj~7710805) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 99 - [Camp Dennison](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/camp-dennison-pj-vj~7736864) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 100 - [Over The Rhine Apartment](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/over-the-rhine-apartment-pj-vj~7710809) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Morrow Ohio](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/morrow-ohio-pj-vj~7739850) - Location: Morrow, OH - Photos: 56 - [Holly Village Addition/Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/holly-village-addition-remodel-pj-vj~1817463) - Location: Cincinnati, OH - Photos: 38 - [Jarman](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/jarman-pj-vj~1248029) - Location: Cincinnati, OH - Photos: 7 - [Hayden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hayden-pj-vj~1247965) - Location: Cincinnati, OH - Photos: 5 - [Sunset Avenue Duplex](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sunset-avenue-duplex-pj-vj~1913533) - Location: Cincinnati, OH - Photos: 10 - Description: The homeowners wanted to update their small duplex kitchen. They wanted the feel of a cozy French kitchen and were thrilled with what we delivered! - [Kitchen Remodeling Projects](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchen-remodeling-projects-pj-vj~6654951) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Remodeling Projects](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/remodeling-projects-pj-vj~6654946) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Victorian Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/victorian-home-pj-vj~5939384) - Location: Springboro, OH - Photos: 11 - [Amberley Village](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/amberley-village-pj-vj~2065645) - Location: Cincinnati, OH - Photos: 32 - Description: The couple are artists and asked us to renovate their kitchen, family room, dining room and art studio. Some custom features included a sun tube for natural light, built in shelving and replacement of doors and windows. - [Ryland Heights KY](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ryland-heights-ky-pj-vj~5612164) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 57 - [Blanchester Farmhouse Cape Cod](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/blanchester-farmhouse-cape-cod-pj-vj~5939296) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - [VIDEO/CUSTOM HOME BUILDER](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/video-custom-home-builder-pj-vj~5874191) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Morrow Rustic Lodge in the Woods](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/morrow-rustic-lodge-in-the-woods-pj-vj~5762202) - Location: Morrow, OH - Photos: 41 - [Loveland/Goshen new home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/loveland-goshen-new-home-pj-vj~5758775) - Location: Loveland, OH - Photos: 33 - [Historic Home Lebanon OH](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/historic-home-lebanon-oh-pj-vj~5742596) - Location: Lebanon, OH - Photos: 26 - Description: This was a kitchen/seating area addition to a home in Lebanon, OH. The homeowner had specific ideas on decor in keeping with the historic style and feel of the home. She and design coordinator, Debby, did a wonderful job in this kitchen! [See all 24 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/david-bauer-custom-homes-pfvwus-pf~1511526942) ## Ideabooks - [Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/54339700/list/kitchens) — 69 ideas - [Lighting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/110499857/list/lighting) — 32 ideas - [Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/54427476/list/bathrooms) — 44 ideas - [Ceramic Tile](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/126855212/list/ceramic-tile) — 14 ideas - [Stair Railing](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/126854846/list/stair-railing) — 2 ideas - [Bathtubs](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/126853660/list/bathtubs) — 2 ideas - [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/52344110/list/wish-list) — 2 ideas - [Lough](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/114775074/list/lough) — 4 ideas - [Bodker Lighting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/105332927/list/bodker-lighting) — 21 ideas - [Craftsman](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/111590741/list/craftsman) — 4 ideas - [Walls](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/111590024/list/walls) — 4 ideas - [Towne](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/110159084/list/towne) — 1 idea - [Chatman/mckeithen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/110158761/list/chatman-mckeithen) — 2 ideas - [Bedrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/54427492/list/bedrooms) — 19 ideas - [Finished Basements](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/54427325/list/finished-basements) — 1 idea [See all 15 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/dbchinc) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-16.*