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address: "1101 Farm Lake Drive, Mahomet, Illinois 61853, United States"
latitude: 40.1964
longitude: -88.3928
phone: "(217) 586-4111"
website: http://www.nelson.builders
rating: 5
review_count: 10
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followers: 20
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# Nelson Builders

Original Houzz profile: [Nelson Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/nelson-builders-pfvwus-pf~1990545660)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Home Builders
- **Location:** Mahomet, IL
- **Serves:** Champaign, Bloomington, Urbana, Mahomet, Savoy, Gibson City, Lake of the Woods, Fisher, Mansfield, Bondville, Bellflower, Seymour, White Heath, Dewey
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (10 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2018–2019), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Houzz Influencer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 1,000 Ideabook Saves

Nelson Builders is a premiere, low-volume, custom builder in Central Illinois specializing in custom finishes at an affordable price. In addition to our on-trend designs, all homes built by Nelson Builders are designed to earn the ENERGY STAR certification for new home energy efficiency, bringing cost savings to you, the homeowner. Nelson Builders goes well beyond the codes of today, helping to make sure you have a home that is not only beautiful, but comfortable. We are the only custom builder within a nearly 100 mile radius that is able to offer that promise!

Nelson Builders has been building houses for nearly 40 years in the Central Illinois area, we are known for our quality and attention to detail. Let us put our design/build expertise to work for you and make your new home dreams a reality!

### Services Provided

- New Home Construction
- Custom Homes
- Energy-Efficient Homes
- Multigenerational Homes
- Guesthouse Design & Construction
- Green Building
- Project Management
- Pool House Design & Construction
- Barn Design & Construction
- Universal Design
- Sustainable Design
- Custom Home

### Areas Served

- Champaign
- Bloomington
- Urbana
- Mahomet
- Savoy
- Gibson City
- Lake of the Woods
- Fisher
- Mansfield
- Bondville
- Bellflower
- Seymour
- White Heath
- Dewey

### Typical Job Cost

$350,000 - 1.5 million

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Nelson Builders |
| Address | 1101 Farm Lake Drive, Mahomet, Illinois 61853, United States |
| Phone | (217) 586-4111 |
| Website | http://www.nelson.builders |
| Followers on Houzz | 20 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/NelsonBuilders.IL/
- Blog — http://www.nelson.builders

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Nelson Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/nelson-builders-pfvwus-pf~1990545660)
- **Website:** http://www.nelson.builders
- **Phone:** (217) 586-4111

## Credentials

- **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2018–2019), for Service.

**Affiliations**
- [National Association of Home Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-association-of-home-builders-pfvwus-pf~562065019)
- [Homebuilders Association of East Central Illinois](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/homebuilders-association-of-east-central-illinois-pfvwus-pf~253879652)

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 10 reviews**

### All 10 reviews

**★★★★★ — Allison Vance, Feb. 2020**

> I cannot recommend Matt Nelson & Nelson Builders enough. I wanted a modern, completely custom home, and he executed it perfectly. He was able to take my Pinterest photos and bring them to life. He was also able to explain why some of the things I thought I wanted would cause issues I hadn't event considered. I always felt that the timelines, prices and options were very clear -- I was never surprised. We met with many builders before constructing our home, and Nelson Builders was the only one I felt could make it happen. We've been living in our home for more than a year, and I love it even more than the day we moved in!

**★★★★★ — Anthony & Joni Hornbeck, Dec. 2018**

> Prior to choosing Nelson Builders, we walked through countless new construction homes. After seeing a Nelson Home, it was clear that the quality and attention to detail was next level. It was great working with Matt and Scott throughout the building process. They were easy to get in touch with and quick to respond to any questions that came up. The project management tool that they use provided transparency, made the selection process easy, and aided in communication throughout the entirety of the build. We would certainly recommend Nelson Builders, and would be happy to work with them again in the future.

**★★★★★ — Donald Schleicher, Dec. 2018**

> In sum, our experience with Nelson Builders:  met deadlines, easy to work with, helpful in making difficult decisions, respectful of our unique wishes, excellent attention to detail, kind and welcoming workers.  From the beginning to the end, we love our house and are completely satisfied.  We highly recommend Nelson Builders with enthusiasm, and without reservation.

**★★★★★ — Sarah Reising, Dec. 2018**

> Good service. Friendly company. I recommend.
> You won’t be disappointed. If you are building a house consider using them! They do a great job

**★★★★★ — Courtney Mann, Oct. 2018**

> Nelson Builders was wonderful to work with on our remodel. Matt kept in constant communication with us, kept to a tight timeline, and paid attention to all the small details. His subcontractors were all fantastic and were very considerate of my family as we lived through the remodel. I highly recommend Nelson Builders to anyone looking to build or remodel.

**★★★★★ — User, Jan. 2018**

> From start to finish Nelson Builders provides a home building experience with honesty, integrity and professionalism.  They took our house plan and worked with us to make design changes that improved the functionality and aesthetics of our home.  This was done in a very prompt manner.  Construction began by siting the home on our lot to maximize its street view as well as interior views to the outside.  We were engaged throughout the building process by regular communication with Matt and the Buildertrend software utilized by Nelsons.  It was such a pleasure working with Matt.  He always wanted us to be happy with the finished product and he worked diligently to make that happen.  The smallest of details were never overlooked.  We appreciated the tradesmen Nelson Builders employs.  The quality of their work and attention to detail are outstanding.  Being on the job site with them, it was obvious they take pride in their work.  Nelsons completed our beautiful home on time and within budget.  We couldn’t be happier and highly recommend Nelson Builders.

**★★★★★ — Alexandra Clapper, Dec. 2017**

> Working with Nelson Builders was a wonderful experience.  We went in to the project figuring to expect a few hiccups, just based on experiences friends and acquaintances had had when building their own homes (using different builders).  Thankfully, we did not experience any of that with Nelson Builders.  Matt was attentive, on the job almost every day, and up front and direct about the process from start to finish.  The working relationship was a breeze, as Matt respected what we, the homeowners, wanted out of the house while also being diligent in regards to bringing up any considerations we might want to be aware of before making any major decisions.  It was a pleasure to work with builders who wanted to explore creative solutions rather than just settling for the same formula they've seen before. Nelson Builders takes pride in the work they do and the service they give so you can be certain the details are always accounted for the and the workmanship is of the highest quality.  We cannot imagine a better experience and are so grateful that we chose Nelson Builders to help us build a home for our family to call our forever home.

**★★★★★ — Cindy Capek, Sept. 2017**

> Nelson Builders completed our new home on time and on budget.  The Energy Star Certification is an added benefit and a future cost savings for us.  They worked with us to meet our design needs and all specifications and produced a quality home.

**★★★★★ — Bob Simpson, May 2017**

> If your looking to build a home in the Mahomet, Champaign Urbana area let me recommend Nelson Home Builders, Matt Nelson and his team just built a new home for us in Mahomet and I must say they were excellent to work with. Matt had his team there every day working making progress on our new home and it turned out fantastic, helpful ideas, kept us informed on budget and when finished left the new house spotless, very professional crew and we are extremely happy, so give Matt his team a call when you looking to build a new house they'll do you right.

**★★★★★ — Samantha Kate, April 2017**

> We hired Nelson Builders to fix our entryway that our original home builder had built incorrectly. During the rehab project Matt Nelson personally assisted with the project. His knowledge and skill for understanding framing, electrical, finishing, and attention to detail impressed my husband and I. It is rare to find a builder who truly knows how to build quality, well-designed homes. I cannot speak highly enough about our positive experience. I only wish we would have found him sooner, we would have loved for him to have designed and built our entire home. Nelson Builders are different than any other builder because they don't skip on quality and there truly is such close attention to detail. They were able fix and transform our home into what we always wanted. We are so thankful for Matt's help in fixing our entryway! I've included a Before & After picture so you can see the great work by Nelson Builders.

## Selected projects

- [Hidden River Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hidden-river-farmhouse-pj-vj~7664153)
  - Location: Mahomet, IL
  - Photos: 11
  - Description: A modern, eclectic take on the farmhouse built on a beautiful property surrounded by nature.
- [Big Barndominium](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/big-barndominium-pj-vj~7655416)
  - Location: Mansfield, IL
  - Photos: 7
  - Description: A very large barndominiuum that included nearly 6,200 sf in the garage section alone!
- [Cedar Creek Custom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cedar-creek-custom-pj-vj~7639934)
  - Location: Mahomet, IL
  - Photos: 5
  - Description: A large, modern home with a focus on eclectic details, this custom designed project allowed the owners to express their unique style in a modern way.
- [Wagon Trail Custom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wagon-trail-custom-pj-vj~6279548)
  - Location: White Heath, IL
  - Photos: 14
  - Description: A warm and inviting retreat, this custom home was designed from the ground up with no detail overlooked. From the powder room lined with shiplap, a black ceiling, and floating vanity, to the tall iron and glass barn door leading into the formal office, every room has its own character. Many intimate and cozy spaces were created by adding that extra layer of detail to otherwise common areas. This was a wonderful project where we got to spend the extra time to make sure the owner's vision was achi…
- [Whisper Modern](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/whisper-modern-pj-vj~6269264)
  - Location: Mahomet, IL
  - Photos: 12
  - Description: A very modern home with a focus on energy efficiency, this custom designed project allowed us to push beyond the traditional home and develop something unique for the owners. From the flush baseboard with minimal window and door returns, to the flat front cabinets with a waterfall quartz island, modern design shines throughout. Despite the focus on design, this project is Energy Star and net zero rated (earning a HERS rating of -8) meaning it produces more energy on average than it consumes.
- [Industrial Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/industrial-farmhouse-pj-vj~2511746)
  - Location: Mahomet, IL
  - Photos: 22
  - Description: A wonderful designer-inspired home with many unique elements. The showpiece kitchen with rustic-hickory island and matching floating shelves pulls from both farmhouse and industrial inspiration. The master bathroom has many levels of detail to make the space feel warm and inviting.
- [Farmhouse Rebuild](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/farmhouse-rebuild-pj-vj~2771761)
  - Location: Mahomet, IL
  - Photos: 11
  - Description: This unique farmhouse was a custom build from a client provided plan. The home was designed to replace a century old farmhouse that was torn down as it was no longer repairable. The new home features a large living space overlooking a sunken backyard and has plenty of natural light. It is a wonderful plan for a couple not needing many bedrooms.
- [Small Town Downtown](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/small-town-downtown-pj-vj~3130280)
  - Location: Mahomet, IL
  - Photos: 13
  - Description: A unique project in a unique location. This home was a tear-down and rebuild on family land that had been held for several generations. The new home was a custom, client-provided plan that was designed to blend in with the surrounding homes and look as if it had always been there. The home features farmhouse style with traditional room divisions.
- [Foyer Fireplace](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/foyer-fireplace-pj-vj~5808462)
  - Location: Dewey, IL
  - Photos: 14
  - Description: A custom home with a contemporary feel, this project has a double-sided linear fireplace with a huge stone and tile surround as the focal point of both the entrance and the great room. The home is built on a full walk-out basement to allow for a grand covered deck overlooking the back prairie. The nearly 12-foot ceilings of both the great room and covered porch, combined with the many transom windows allow plenty of light to flood the space from every angle.
- [Transitional](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/transitional-pj-vj~2284509)
  - Location: Mahomet, IL
  - Photos: 11
  - Description: A beautiful farmhouse design based around a neutral palette and simple textures. Every detail is planned to flow from room to room, bringing a cohesive feeling to the entire home.
- [Modern Transitional](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-transitional-pj-vj~2425158)
  - Location: Mahomet, IL
  - Photos: 15
  - Description: A unique take on the Cherrydale plan features modern finishes with some transitional elements. The use of natural stone and other materials blends to create a one-of-a-kind home.

[See all 11 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/nelson-builders-pfvwus-pf~1990545660)

## Ideabooks

- [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/113672436/list/wish-list) — 1 idea

[See all 1 ideabook](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/nelsonbuildersil)

## Community Q&A

**Q: What brand are the island lights?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Are they a matte black?

A: These lights are matte black, they are Millenium Lighting RWHC14-SB

**Q: What color is this vinyl siding?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Love this look and would like to recreate on my home. Thank you!

A: This siding is Royal "Wedgewood" color

**Q: Floor?** *(in Photo Questions)*

What is the species and finish of the floor?

A: Thank you for reaching out! This floor is from Build Direct, their Arizona collection in color Tempe Taupe (https://www.builddirect.com/p/-Jasper-Engineered-Hardwood-Arizona-Collection--15000649)

**Q: Love the kitchen- where did you find the rustic hickory shelves?** *(in Photo Questions)*

We have a rustic hickory island and are looking for similar shelves.

A: Thanks! They were custom made by a local cabinet company unfortunately. If you are in Illinois I can pass along their contact info

**Q: what color are the cabinets please** *(in Photo Questions)*

Beautiful color!

A: Thanks for the kind words! The cabinet color is Sherwin Williams Dorian Gray (SW7017).

**Q: Walls?** *(in Photo Questions)*

What color brand of paint on walls?

A: Thanks for the question- the walls are Sherwin Williams “Agreeable Gray”

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-06.*