DJK Custom Homes

It was a great pleasure to work with DJK on the build of my new home. From the first meeting in the showroom to closing and beyond the team has been fantastic to work with and the end result has been a wonderful home built with the highest quality. The process is intense but was a great joy to see the journey from the initial floor plan discussion with Dan to design a truly custom home come to fruition. Working with Halina and team for the selections and design pieces was great, the right amount of guidance without any sales pitches being thrown in help me navigate through what can be a daunting process and helped me somewhat control the damage to the bank account. As the project manager, I could not have been happier working with Jack. His attention to detail, availability to address my questions and his ability to keep me up to date without any prompting gave me great comfort in such a big job. Thanks to all for your support, it has been a great experience.

Just wrapping up the finishing touches on our home. We changed some things along the way, but everything has come out perfect. Annie was able to help in the selection process. Jack has been there through every step and has been responsive to all our needs. This is our dream home and wouldn’t change anything.

Our home was built by DJK in 2020, we broke ground just as Covid was hitting so we had some challenges that the DJK team pushed through with us. When we asked our project manager questions about potential issues and just general maintenance items during the build, (summarizing) he consistently said, "...look, we're in this together and with you, don't hesitate to call us, even after your home is out of warranty, we're here to help...". Well the DJK team proved they were true to their word in spades last week. Our home has been out of warranty for over a year, and I noticed the sump failed Monday morning around 8 a.m. I reached out to the DJK team, and they tapped into their resources and were able get an experienced plumber at my house within a couple of hours that replaced the sump pump and gave me some other guidance about the home. Fortunately, I caught the issue relatively soon, however, there was water in two areas of the basement, including a small part of the carpet in the finished portion of the basement was damp. The DJK support team came out with four fans to help dry the affected areas, and two of them were commercial floor fans. Then they loaned me a heavy-duty dehumidifier a day later - all of which has gotten the affected areas essentially bone dry. I had considered buying a dehumidifier to help dry the basement, and out of curiosity I Googled the dehumidifier DJK loaned me - it would have cost me almost $2,000. In addition to the DJK team being "Johnny on the Spot" to resolve this issue, what was also extremely valuable was the knowledge the on-site DJK team members shared with me to help mitigate potential future issues with some very cost-effective solutions. And they also gave me specific numbers, guidance, and education regarding mold spores and the type of treated wood and insulation that DJK uses in their homes to help mitigate potential issues like mold. Fortunately, I had a humidity gauge from when the home was built, and based on the data, it indicated our home was clearly not at risk. Great job and THANK YOU to the DJK Team! Sincerely, Dave P.

We have just moved into our DJK home and couldn’t be more pleased with the quality and style of our house. Building a custom home can be daunting but the process was well defined. Dan listened to us to make all the adjustments/additions that we needed to make it perfect. We loved working with Halina Mark (Refined Design) whose design sense is impeccable. She guided us as we made our choices, insuring it was our vision but fit the style of the home. Jack Daniels was a pleasure to work with as our project manager. His communication skills were great, keeping us informed of the progress and milestones of the build. Everyone was very quick to respond to any concerns we may have had. We now have the home of our dreams.

Jack Daniels “Jack D” has been pleasant to work with. He goes out of his way to take care of your needs and your new home. He really made our experience with DJK a joy.

Refined Design and Halina Marks review: We just finished our new custom home build with DJK and had the pleasure of working directly with Halina Marks, Refined Design. Halina made our experience not only wonderful, but more importantly, easy and stress-free, which resulted in the home of our dreams and beyond. Halina worked directly with us to define and design each space in this home. She would find solutions that somehow felt intentional instead of a solution to a problem. She follows through and is extremely responsive to phone calls, texts and emails. She worked 7-days a week and into the evening to help us stay on schedule. Halina worked tirelessly to find us more affordable alternatives without compromising aesthetics and quality. I can’t say enough wonderful things about working with Halina. I wish we were building another home so that we could continue working together!

We started the process of building our DJK home in April of '22 and it was just completed in July of '23. At the start of the project, we were really discouraged by the lack of transparency and missed expectations. That being said, the building process was a breeze with our Project Manager, Jack Daniels, at the helm. We have had nothing but the best experience working with Jack. He's extremely knowledgeable, sets proper expectations, and is true to his word. The finished product came out fantastic and I have full confidence that the few odds and ends that need fixing will be taken care of by the warranty process led by Bryan and Jack. These two turned our experience with DJK around completely and I cannot recommend them more highly.

I recently had the pleasure of building my Home with DJK Builders, and I must say that Casey and Jack, the professionals assigned to my project, were exceptional. Casey's expertise in streamlining the selection process was invaluable. She guided us through each step and took the time to understand our needs and preferences, presenting us with tailored options that made decision-making effortless. On the other hand, Jack's dedication to timely completion was truly impressive. Despite facing unexpected hurdles, he ensured the project stayed on track, delivering outstanding results within the agreed timeframe. I highly recommend DJK builders.

DJK build our new home within the time line they provided early on.We feel two most important elements in the home build QUALITY AND ON TIME! DJK team meat both even in the challenging environment of labor and materials supply chain issues throughout the year. Dan personally helped us in customizing our house from their standard model. There were few hurdles with the city but DJK/Kevin helped us to work through. Mark Project Manager very experience paid attention to the details throughout the build. We are almost at finish line with few minor things but I am very confident will be done and close. Overall we are very happy and I would recommend DJK for new home, major renovations or any of their services!!

Our house turned out absolutely amazing and we are extremely impressed with the level of quality! Admittedly the start of the process was a little bumpy and could have used more transparency, but once Jack and Cassy came on to the project it went extremely smooth! Both Jack and Cassy gave us great customer service and were always available to answer questions and walk us through the process. Again we are thrilled with how the house turned out, thanks DJK team!

Our dream home is here. DJK made it happen! It truly feels like a custom home. Not just because it has everything my wife and I picked out, but because DJK involved us in every step of the process. Their entire staff gave us their full attention and energy to make sure that we had the best experience. Everything from providing us continuous design opinions (Thanks Halina!), to making sure that the project kept moving as quickly as possible without sacrificing quality (Thanks Jack! Your attention to detail still amazes me.). It is clear this team is knowledgeable in the industry, thinks critically, and keeps the customer's best interests in mind when decisions need to be made. As for the house, the quality is superb. And the quality isn't just from the finishings. It's everything from framing and exterior, to the high efficiency energy (whole house ventilation, insulation, windows, etc.). Building a new home is a huge commitment, and at the beginning, there are a lot of unknowns. Now that it's done? I wouldn't change a thing. A big part of that is because of DJK. They are a family business, and they will treat you like you are a part of it.

DJK built our dream house! Even with us delaying the process due to some family loss, the team at DJK worked with us based on our timeline. The sales team made the process easy and straightforward, even though building a custom home is extremely complicated and time consuming. The team is extremely easy to work with and the best part is the support staff after the house is completed. They are extremely responsive and quick to get issues resolved after you move in....even a year later!

We got off to bit of a shaky start (weather, staffing, COVID, etc)…but once Jack D took over our project management things really started moving. He was great with weekly updates and pictures, very responsive to our texts and emails. Jack was knowledgeable about the building sequence and lined up trades to get the job done. Also a big shout out to Halina and Cassie who helped with selections and addressed any issues promptly. We are very happy with our new home!

When we decided to build our dream home we found DJK Custom Homes. From the minute we walked into the model we knew this was the builder for us. The whole team was great, Ashley, Annie and Jack. Jack really made the completion of our home enjoyable by communicating every detail and as excited for our new home as we are.

We had a new home built by DJK. The workmanship and quality is phenomenal. We really want to thank Jack, Annie, Ashley and the whole team at DJK for making this a great experience.

I have worked with DJK Custom Homes for over 17 years. I am a Mortgage Lender that specializes in Construction Loans and have had the pleasure of financing many of their clients with Construction to Perm loans. I have had noting but successful projects with DJK and they are a pleasure to work with. I get rave reviews often from their clients as their home progresses. I've been in many of their model homes as well and words can not express how impressed I am ever time I walk in. The attention to detail is amazing. They have a very friendly staff and you can tell they love what they do! Top notch all the way around!

My wife and I noticed DJK because the houses are modern, creative, and well-designed. Our salesperson was Dan Kittilsen. As both a salesperson and the owner of the company, Dan is a walking contradiction as he struggles to balance the devil on one shoulder (the salesperson saying "Tell them whatever it takes to close the deal!") with the angel on the other shoulder (the owner saying "Do the right thing!"). Dan was extremely friendly and helpful during the sales process. However, you won't see much of Dan after you sign on the dotted line. Instead, you will be handed off to the selections coordinator and one of the project managers. At that point, the Dan that was your buddy during the sales process will be gone forever. Our project manager was Mark Papa. Mark is a seasoned veteran and did a solid job. On the other hand, the selections coordinator was literally the worst thing about the homebuilding process. Vendors and tradesmen are a mixed bag. Some do great work and provide outstanding customer service, while others use their affiliation with DJK as a license to steal. DJK utilizes Buildertrend to manage selections and pricing. Unfortunately, Buildertrend is treated as a one-way contract. When customers sign off on selections, they are written in stone. However, when DJK makes inclusion and/or pricing errors, they mysteriously disappear from Buildertrend without any notification whatsoever. Not cool. The build quality of the house is excellent. However, the relative value is mediocre at best. DJK informs customers that a 15% markup will be added to all upgrades. However, vendors and tradesmen confirmed that the actual percentages are much higher. It would be better if DJK just said "an additional markup" rather than blatantly lying to customers. The ideal DJK customer is a wealthy family that is looking for a high-quality house and does not care that they will be fleeced along the way. At the end of the day, building our house with DJK was a long road fraught with drama, politics, and broken promises. The final product is fantastic but would we do it all again? I’m not so sure.

We have been in our new house for two months and are impressed with the quality of the build. Our experience with DJK was excellent; from the sales representative, the plans, and exterior design to the home building phase and closing, DJK provided a comforting experience. The attention to detail and the superior quality of the materials met all our expectations. The DJK team worked together seamlessly and was there for us every step of the way. Kevin was always available to give suggestions and answer any questions. We recommend DJK for its excellent service and high quality. They are genuinely a pleasure to work with.

Wow!!! We are just blown away by all the amazing "welcome home" gifts and treats that DJK Custom Homes left at out new house today! We absolutely love everything! We are still pinching ourselves that this beautiful home is ours. Thank you so much for all of your hard work to make our dream a reality!

We bought an existing home that was in dire need of work. We met with Dan and his team at DJK. They were able to design a plan and execute to turn our home into our brand new home. Dan was able to set realistic expectations for timing and cost of the project. We were kept up to date throughout the project. It was very impressive seeing his team of contractors check and double check measurements. Dan and his team came up with great design ideas throughout the house. Our family is very appreciative of their professionalism and we're very much enjoying our remodel!

After having visited their model homes in Naperville my wife and I had long wanted to build a home with DJK. Unfortunately, finding an acceptable lot in our budget proved too difficult and we ended up purchasing an existing home instead. That home, while quite nice, has some very dated elements and we were excited that in addition to building new homes, DJK also do renovations and remodeling work. The first project on our list was to remodel the mudroom/laundry space off of the garage, and when we were ready we reached out to DJK to design and build the space. Kevin, Annie, and team worked with us to create a space that met our vision with tile, paint, and custom cabinetry. Like all remodeling projects, this one posed a few unique and unexpected challenges, but DJK was able to quickly adapt and adjust the plans as needed. All in all, we are very happy with the space. Over the coming years we have several other parts of our home that we'll be having remodeled and we look forward to working with the DJK team again.

DJK has been outstanding to work with in the initial stages of evaluating, designing, costing and contracting for a new house. We initially searched the area for builders and narrowed the search down to DJK. After receiving several very good reports on DJK we decided to contact them. Our initial information gathering turned into a full plan and eventually a contact for DJK to build a new house for us. This all took place over about a four to six week period. We worked with Shannon from start through contract and could not be more pleased with her response time and accuracy of information. We are currently working toward creation of permit documents. Our experience could not be better so far. Thanks DJK. Richard

We bought a DJK home in Dillon, CO and couldn't be happier. The details to quality are recognizable and, in my experience, rare for a home builder. The house is solid and stands up to my 2 rambunctious boys. Solid, high-quality finishes and lots of attention to detail. Overall a great home and a great buying experience. Would use DJK again!

DJK is a wonderful builder and we have had a great experience with them. My husband and I built with them almost 3 years ago now and I have been waiting to write this review until we have "lived in" the home to give my most honest assessment of working with them. From the beginning, Dan was great about bringing our ideas to life. We gave him a tall order and wanted everything just perfect. They absolutely delivered on our design ideas and helped us create the perfect home. Their designer, Annie was amazing and was extremely patient with me. I never make quick decisions and that can be hard for a builder to manage, but she always handled me with patience, which I appreciated. Mark is by far the best construction manager I have ever worked with. I would absolutely trust him with any home of ours....he truly cares about his clients and is so relatable. He is such an asset to DJK. And finally, what has impressed me the most about DJK is that they truly stand behind their product. We are past our warranty and I can still contact them at any time with a question about our home and they are always quick to help us in any way they can. They truly want us to live in a great home and they continue to show it years after we move in. Thank you DJK!

Our review is different from the ones that have previously been written. We did not build a home with DJK Custom Homes, we purchased a model home from them. From the time we began the purchasing process, all of the DJK team from Dan Kittilsen, the sales team, and the rest of the crew were easy to work with and responsive throughout. Because we did not build the home, there have been a few minor issues since we have moved in. Since the move in, we have communicated most often with Kevin Kittilsen, VP of DJK Custom Homes, and Josh. Kevin has always been extremely responsive, whether we called or emailed him, even if it was a Saturday! He is available to provide assistance, information, and/or solutions to any issue, and he does so in a timely manner. He takes the time to follow up to ensure the experience has been a good one, and that we are satisfied with the results. What VP of any company does that? Josh is always professional and friendly when he enters our home, and he listens to our concerns and helps out in whatever way he can. We moved to Plainfield from Florida, where we built two other homes, and we can absolutely say that we never had that caliber of response and service from the other builders. We would highly recommend without hesitation DJK Custom Homes to anyone who is considering building a home.

From start to finish, we couldn't have been happier working with the DJK Team. They made our dream home become a reality. Mark, our project manager, worked with us through the entire process and made it seamless. Any issues that arose during the build were quickly addressed and rectified. For anyone looking to build, I would highly recommend Dan and the DJK Team!

I highly recommend Mat Borej - very professional, super knowledgeable and extremely helpful agent. He took extra steps to be make us familiar with the housing market, and the city of Naperville. Super nice guy who understands the market and genuinely cares for his clients.

DJK Custom Homes are a Great partner to Dacor Home Appliances. Doing business with Dan and his team has been a great experience watching them work so hard to give their customers a great product experience, along with great customer service. I can tell you first hand they make sure their customers are receiving the top industry products.

We had an excellent experience with our remodel. The DJK team treated our small basement project like it was just as important as one of their large new build projects. Mark Papa was really great making sure all the trades were lined up and organized even with our very hectic schedule. Annie Gehrke made the selection process a breeze - she was able to find us exactly what we wanted to complete the vision and within our budget! The DJK team was extremely thorough during the every walk through we had - they didn't miss a thing even if it meant getting a trades person back for the smallest of touch-ups. Karen was so friendly and extremely helpful and everyone on the team was consistent in their messaging. Also, I'm an extremely forgetful person and the team took it upon themselves to follow up with me until I accepted the warranty terms! That's a team that genuinely cares about their customers.

This team is definitely all about quality, and the environment. My company installed a large solar system on DJK's new model home in downtown Naperville. The project ran on time, they were very easy to coordinate with for different parts of the project, and the home itself is gorgeous. My entire solar installation team was in awe of their professionalism and attention to detail. Could not be happier with our partnership.

We did extensive research on builders in the area and found DJK to be by far the best builder around. They were professional and upfront about the building process. They streamline the process with modern conveniences like apps on the phone but gave personal attention with phone calls and meetings. Their homes are highly energy efficient and eco friendly. Dan Kittlesen is forever a student of the newest and best ways to build a home. Never satisfied with current methods of building a home. Always in the forefront of the newest methods and technology in home building. Mark Papa was a very informative and attentive project manager. Always kept us on task on what we needed to do to keep the build on schedule. He was always available for any thoughts and concerns we had. DJK is far and beyond the best to build your dream home with. Well Deserving of the Builder of the Year in Naperville for consecutive years.

Can not say enough or thank the DJK staff enough for the home they build for me and my family! We have been looking and deciding on our dream home for over 2 years. From the moment we met the team during coffee and donuts we knew we made the right decision to build with DJK.. Annie, Caryn, Mark, Matt, Kevin, Dan and the rest of the DJK team and contractors made our dream come true!

This is the third house we have built and this has been, by far, the most trouble free building experience we have ever had. The attention to detail has been outstanding. Minor things that I had overlooked were pointed out to me by the builder and were fixed. The warrantee that we received has been exceptional. Any defect that I have reported in the six months we have been here has been fixed promptly and cheerfully (and there are not many defects!). DJK builders is highly recommended.

My family and I absolutely love our new home ! DJK Custom Homes were excellent to work with and made us feel right at home.

I recently purchased a spec home in Stewart Ridge from DJK. I am very happy with the overall quality of the home. When you hear about a “tight home” you don’t really realize what that means until you sleep in one. It’s so quiet! I’ll check back in on this review after a period of time to provide feedback on the punch list and experience on the service and warranty if applicable. DJK builds a beautiful, quality home!

How many Presidents do you know that will take time out of their day to spend with a potential client that walks in without an appointment? How many Presidents do you know that are genuinely excited about building a custom dream home within your budget? How many Presidents do you know that are approachable, genuine, and enthusiastic about the product that he can provide? I have had the pleasure of meeting and forming a relationship with him! That President's name is Dan Kittilsen!!! If you are thinking about buying, building, or renovating your home. I highly recommend DJK Custom Homes! One conversation with Dan or his Team will validate my statement. Quality Work with Excellent Customer Service!!!!

Shannon Willis one of the very friendly and helpful associates at DJK custom homes was very professional, listened to our questions and goals for a home project. Offered sound suggestions and provided options for a possible future project either with new construction or remodeling our existing home. We may not be quiet ready to start the project yet, but will seek their services when the time is right. DJK Custom homes have a wonderful product and the staff to support it.

We are so happy we chose to build with DJK. I would do it again without hesitation. As they say, it can be a roller coaster of a ride when building a new house (and it was at times!). But everyone at DJK does their best to take the stress out of home building. From the beginning when we talked with Matt and Dan, they always worked around our schedule to meet with us. Annie was also very accommodating and incredibly helpful with making all the selections. Mark was our project manager and he is definitely one of the best. He took care of us and every single concern we had during the build process. Caryn was also very on top of all our billing and documentation requests too. We have been in our house for over four months now and I am impressed with the follow-ups even after we closed. We love our house, the quality, and attention to detail. I highly recommend DJK to anyone looking to build a new home. I wouldn't want to build with anyone else after such a great experience. Thank you to everyone at DJK!

Shannon Willis was very patient and helpful in giving us all the information about DJK models and floor plans .She also toured us one of the model houses .She was very friendly and made us feel so comfortable .

My sales experience with Shannon Willis was a nice one. She is so hospitable and warm. I'll be honest when I went to other new home builders they seemed all stuffy and snooty, not Shannon. She made me feel so comfortable and at ease. I definitely recommend going to see Shannon. She takes the time to help you find the floor plan that will work for you. She is great on getting back to you quickly and keeping you posted. Great job Ms. Shannon Willis!!!!

I would like to take this opportunity to thank Dan, mark, Annie, kevin, caryn and the entire DJK team for building our dream home. Dan was instrumental from the very beginning in helping design the house and having an idea of what my wife and I were looking for. After the first meeting he was able to determine our tastes and was able to design a floor plan that we absolutely fell in love with. Mark was our project manager and point of contact once the house was under construction. He was very professional and always answered our questions. He was on top off the different trades and made sure everything was done the way we wanted and was designed. Annie has a knack for interior design and helping pick out the interior off the house and was always available to provide invaluable input. It was a long, fun, and at times, stressful journey, however DJK was there every step off the way and never made us feel pressured. The entire team was very easy to work with as they took their time to make us feel welcome and like we were a part of their family. They answered any questions we had thoroughly and offered suggestions. Their genuine interest in our specific needs, coupled with their dedicated attention to detail, perfection and professionalism is truly admired. We had high expectations that were exceeded at every turn. We absolutely love our home and it turned out better than expected. We have gotten so many compliments and we couldn’t ask for anything more, I would highly recommend DJK to anyone that is interested in building their dream home and am excited for ongoing relationship with DJK.

We recently moved from Atlanta to Naperville and finding a builder could be overwhelming when you have no local contacts to ask for advice. The 5 Star Ratings is mainly driven by a builder you can trust...they are a robust team, with high standards, follow a standard process, and a strong vendor base. We have less than 6 months in our new home and they have addressed all open items and/or directed us with recommendations on items we missed during the selection process. With regards to cost, I strongly recommend spending the time to learn more about the spec sheet versus your personal preferences and upgrade costs. Unless you stay within a standard selection package, I recommend using a 20% over budget calculator.

Asking DJK to build our home is one of the best decisions we've ever made. Annie, Kevin, Dan, and the rest of their staff is attentive, organized, and courteous. Throughout the entire process, the team was solutions-oriented and showed us that their top priority was building our dream home. I cannot say enough good things about how patient and detailed they were. We love our home and would encourage anybody looking to build to partner with DJK.

It is with great pleasure we write this review of DJK Homes. After the decline in the housing market a few years ago, we felt certain would never want to purchase another home, let alone build one. Having lived in a high quality home previously, we knew what we would be looking for in the construction of a home once we made the decision to do so. After extensive on-line research, we visited homes by other builders but as soon as we walked into the DJK Model we knew we were in the right place. After our first meeting with Dan we were absolutely certain. Not only did he meet us on a Saturday before heading off on a weekend trip, he took all the time we needed to walk us through the whole process. He not only showed us the materials they use but also explained why those materials are preferred. He answered endless questions and we left that meeting feeling excited about the prospect of building our house. Dan introduced us to his entire team prior to the build and throughout the process we always felt like we were the only customer they had. The group could not have been friendlier. Every question, no matter how mundane, was answered within a reasonable time frame and with a smile. Dan was able to design the house we wanted in the size we were looking for and added some nice touches throughout to make it uniquely and distinctly ours. The entire DJK team understood our budget constraints, and throughout the process never made us feel like staying within a budget made us rank below their clients with larger homes. In fact, they very well understood that we wanted to stay on budget, and made us feel as important as if we’d had endless funds. Also noteworthy was that the entire DJK team made the process fun! From the meetings to the groundbreaking, every interaction was warm and friendly, as if we’d known everyone for years. They all seemed to enjoy the process and that made us enjoy a process we felt sure we’d dread. Annie’s help was invaluable. She has a gift in knowing what accents and compliments everything from the color of brick and siding you choose on the outside to the paint and wood on the inside. She gave us honest feedback on suggestions we had and we credit her for helping us avoid selections that we would have regretted later. When we suggested something that hadn’t been done before, she was excited to see how it would work, and didn’t push us into something we would have liked less. She also met with us based on our schedules even though we are sure it likely wasn’t the most convenient time for her to do so. She did this with a smile on her face every time. Mark was our project manager and he was fantastic. Pictures were posted to Builder Trend regularly so we were able to see how it all progressed from groundbreaking to close. He was always available to answer questions. Knowing he was providing the oversight for this build gave us a lot of confidence and he too had some great suggestions for finishes we have been really happy with. We were welcome to visit the building site any time and were never made to feel we were intruding or didn’t belong there. We were notified immediately of any hiccups or changes that were needed and we feel our build progressed as planned without a hitch – it was actually done earlier than we expected. As DJK builds another home across the street from us currently, we can see the time he takes with the vendors and tradesmen and how frequently he is there looking things over after they have gone. It is a good feeling to know that he did the same for us during our build. We specifically waited until we lived in our new house for a while before writing this review in order to fairly address this next point. The quality of our DJK home well exceeds the house we owned previously. It is phenomenal and impresses us every day. The house is solid, quiet, and energy efficient. The craftsmanship is exceptional. Nothing can beat the touch and feel of this home or in knowing that it was built exactly to our own specifications and choices. We have to thank Dan Kittilsen and the entire DJK team for building us this amazing home and for making us feel like family: Mark, Annie, Mat, Kim, Kevin, and Caryn – you guys are the best!

Start to finish the DJK experience was phenomenal. From the fun enthusiastic office staff to the onsite crew, the understanding of my vision was enhanced by their professional advice to create our dream home. We highly recommend DJK, if we could offer a million stars we would. What a fabulous team. Could not be happier. Thank you DJK for your perfection.... My home.

My husband and myself dreamed of retiring in downtown Naperville. We searched with a realtor for an existing home that would suit our needs and could not find one. We were introduced to DJK by our realtor (Debbie Lendino with John Greene) because of DJK's great reputation for quality work at a reasonable cost. From that very first meeting we were sold. We purchased an old home and did a "tear down", and we moved into our beautiful home November of 2017. Dan and his team dedicate themselves to excellent customer service from start to finish throughout and after the building process. They are reliable and responsive. Mark, the project manager, was someone we had regular contact with. He is a person of great honesty and integrity and has incredible work ethic! He was an advocate for us, and we have developed great trust in him. We are extremely pleased with our new home. Choosing to build with DJK was a great "move" on our part!

After months of searching for the right home and debating between buying or building, we stopped into the DJK office in Plainfield. We first met Matt who introduced us to Dan. After the first meeting with both Matt and Dan we knew we would build and no need of shopping around! We started the process by sharing our vision of the floor plan and the mixed home styles we liked, Dan did a fantastic job of translating our thoughts to paper also offering his opinion on features he thought would enhance our home. Dan could easily be a top ranked designer, he has great taste and a great eye for detail. Dan is upfront and honest which made the experience truly enjoyable. Dan, Matt, Mark, Kevin and Annie guided us with honest feedback and regular updates. The finished product is exactly as we envisioned. The true test comes after construction. After being in the home for six months, we are amazed by the quality and craftsmanship, Dan obviously works only with the best. Support after closing is truly amazing as well with Caryn and team addressing all of our concerns, no questions asked. All follow up requests have been met with a smile and a lets get it done attitude. Through the whole process and even to today, I feel Dan and team can deliver on any size project no matter how challenging with confidence. In our minds there is nothing this team can not do! We truly love our home and thank Dan and his entire DJK team for the support and providing us with the home we always dreamed of.

I caution anyone against building with DJK Custom Homes. This was our third experiencing building a custom home, and it was horrible. I am happy to provide details to anyone wishing to reach out.

Our first visit to DJK Homes was met with a very warm welcome. Viewing homes built in the past by DJK, we were excited to sit down with Dan to discuss what he might do for us. His knowledge of what a community should be was outstanding. You could see this in the homes he built. We had an idea of how our home should be designed and discussed it with Dan. He was very accommodating and offered suggestions too. From a blank sheet of paper together we designed our home. During construction every change we made was met with enthusiasm. The DJK staff from management, marketing, project management and trades were always available and reassuring. Thank you DJK for a well built and comfortable home that we now call home.

I am a mortgage lender who has worked with DJK for several years. All of my clients have been extremely satisfied with their honesty and transparency throughout the building process. They also are very pleased with the quality and attention to detail during and after the project is complete. I've always enjoyed working with DJK. I've been in the mortgage industry for over 25 years and working with Dan and his team has made every transaction a smooth one. I would recommend DJK to anyone that wants a great home at a great value.

Building with DJK was unquestionably the best decision we could have made. The ease of communication, The quality of construction, and the overall personability and enthusiasm are all beyond reproach with this group. As it was our first time building a home, we were admittedly lost at times as to what we needed to do, but there was always someone available to help guide us through an unfamiliar process. We feel very fortunate to have had the expertise of Dan, Kevin, Mark, Matt, and the rest of the crew in our corner. The entire build smoothly, and we regularly receive compliments on our home. Big thanks to the whole DJK team!

This was the best building experience I have encountered. The whole DJK team was helpful, friendly, and honest. Anytime a I had a question it was answered promptly. Being able to see the progress and make changes to fit our needs was incredible. The final project turned out beautifully thanks to the attention to detail from the project manager. I am very happy with our home!

We built our home with DJK Custom Builders a little over a year ago and we LOVE our home. Everything from the quality of work to the detail of our home. It's the home we have dreamed of having and DJK made that happen. Everyone we worked with at DJK were very professional and did great work. Building a new home can be stressful but with DJK it wasn't a stressful experience. Someone was always willing to answer any questions you may have or even of you needed help picking out any of your selections they would be there to help you out. If I was ever to build another home again I would definatley build with DJK.

DJK designed and finished our basement last Summer. Dan's ideas and vision for the space were invaluable to us. Mark is an amazing project manager. He was very patient with us and always had the time for any questions or concerns we had along the way. His commitment to perfection was above our expectations. With any project, there can be bumps along the way, but DJK was responsive and handled any issues or concerns quickly with follow-up. We would highly recommend them for your project.

For over 2 years, Gayle and I searched for an exceptional lot and for someone to build a special house on that lot. We were interested in a 1st floor master bedroom and a fantastic open, but energy-efficient, floor plan. Our search was completed when we found DJK Custom Homes. The process began with sharing and brainstorming many different ideas in multiple sessions while we zeroed in on our vision. Dan Kittilsen was very open-minded and creative in offering many excellent construction design ideas. Once we arrived at our overall design, we began working closely with the other talented DJK professionals. Kevin Kittilsen and Matt Borej helped us with exterior selections. Annie Gehrke now brings great decorating ideas to the table as we pull it all together. Mark Papa is great at explaining how he is building our house in the highest quality manner. We will be closing within the next 2 months and greatly appreciate the care and professionalism displayed by our DJK Team. We’re very excited to begin the next chapter of our life in our unique custom home! Regards, Larry Kelly

We moved from St. Louis to the Chicago Area in June of 2015. We had gone through the experience of building 2 previous homes so we were familiar with the process. We talked with 2 other builders in the area in addition to DJK, but the comfort level we experienced dealing with Dan personally was the deciding factor in our decision to go with DJK. We can honestly say, Dan is a man of his word. You will always have some hiccups during the building of new home, and when we had ours, Dan was always fair and made it right. Dan also has a great eye for design. When you are building a home where there are often no existing examples of combinations of stone, siding, room orientation, colors, etc., it is really hard to be sure you will like it. In these instances, Dan walked thru these with us and everything came out great in the end. There were also several situations where we just showed up with a picture or drawing and they just made it happen. Mark, the Project Manager on the build, was also great to work with. Since we lived in St. Louis during the entire project, it was a challenge to stay updated, but Mark was always available and kept us updated through photos on their website that he would upload every week. We have now lived in the house for 9 months and we have not had any real issues. The quality is excellent and we would recommend DJK to anyone. - The Brennan Family

Our family relocated to the greater Chicago area during 2012. The biggest hurdle for the family was finding a house that we could call our home. After numerous tours thought different neighborhoods over the course of weeks, we settled on a home in the Grande Park subdivision in Plainfield. DJK builders built the house and at the time, we were not familiar with them. Dan Kittlesen and his staff do an excellent job building a quality home. The attention to detail and thought applied to each room is terrific. Our family continues to receive complements from friends and family about our beautiful home and we are very happy and proud to own a DJK house. If you are in the market for a house, give Dan and his team a call, you will not regret it. The Denk Family

We built our new home with DJK and could not be happier. The quality of the work and attention to detail went above and beyond our expectations. The process was laid out to us at the onset in a clear and understandable format. We were able to sit down one on one with them to plan out our dream home. We were able to customize a floor plan to our exact specifications. The entire team was available to us at any time to answer questions or address any problems. Our onsite project manager Mark Papa was exceptional. He managed all of the trade work and kept us posted on anything that was going on with the house construction. He promised us a 5 month delivery date from the dig date to completion, and he made it on the exact day. Since we have moved in they have continued to provide excellent service with any issues or questions we may have. I would not hesitate to recommend DJK to anyone who is looking to build a new home. They are professionals who truly care about their clients and will go the extra yard to make sure that they are happy.

DJK Custom Homes built us a beautiful home that I know we will be happy in for years to come. They were gray with accommodating a plan that made sense for family's needs. The owner, Dan, is incredible to work with and takes pride is his energy-efficient homes. Mark, our on-site project manger, was wonderful with making sure we understood how everything worked in the home and that we were satisfied with our selections in the end.

We have provided landscaping design & installation services to DJK Custom Homes for several years. Throughout these years, we have developed a relationship with not only Dan and the DJK Custom Homes Team but also with their clientele. As a home builder DJK stands out in their attention to details throughout the entire home building process and the end outcome is an energy-efficient, high-quality home. Thank you for your business over the years.

NOBODY DOES IT BETTER!!! They are professional and treat you like a member of their family!!!! I have been working with DJK for a while now, great Contractor to work with. Very professional and worked well coordinating scheduling for a smooth process. High quality work and attention to detail. Dan has been good to us, we have never had a problem with payments or other issues. DJK Custom Homes is a company that is honest, knowledgeable and their main goal is that all of their clients have their DREAM HOME that they always wanted.

With so many home-builders to choose from, DJK Custom Homes is the only builder that should build your new home. Why? From the first day you meet with them you get a sense of family values and the pride they take in building homes. They have educated themselves in the best build practices from the foundation walls leading to the top of the roof in order to provide the most unique and energy efficient homes in the area. Before and during the build process, all aspects of your new home are spelled out and questions can be asked at anytime to any member of the DJK team. There are many homebuilders that will claim that they are the best, from my experience as DJK’s previous Operations Manager for well over 18 years and now as DJK’s Direct Masonry Supplier, DJK Custom Homes is the only builder that truly is, The Best Homebuilder To Build Your Dream Home.

DJK Custom homes created our home the way we wanted it. They provided perfect insulation, plumbing, drywall and other components. We have lower energy bills and healthy indoor air quality because of the way DJK built our home. They have been with us through it all and provided us with the best customer service and warranty.

Building with DJK was the best decision we could have made. Every aspect of this process was dealt with profesionally and personally. Our buidling process began with deciding on the lot and layout of the house. Dan was there every step of the way. He helped us choose the perfect location and designed our home to include everything we were looking for. From there, we worked closely with Kevin who walked us through the designing process from choosing exterior brick and siding, to all of the interior details that come with building a quality home. Kevin was always availble to give suggestions and answer any and all of our questions as we moved through this process. Mark and his construction team were top notch. The contracters DJK work with provide top of the line craftmanship. Mark was on sight almost daily to be sure that the job was completed to his highest standards (which are very high!). The entire DJK team worked together seamlessly and were there for us every step of the way. If we had a question, or wanted to make a change, they were responding to us within hours. They also communicated with us through their Builder Trend website. This site included photos of our home as it progressed, and allowed us to approve our selections. We were always welcome to come to the building site to check out the progess throughout the building process. The end result was an energy-efficient, high-quality home of our dreams. I would not hesitate to reccommend DJK to anyone who is looking to build or remodel their home. They are as good as it gets.

We recently moved into our new DJK home and couldn’t be happier. From the first meeting all the way through closing, we were part of the process. We were able to customize the floor plan and design a home that was exactly what we wanted. The project manager, Mark, went above and beyond to make certain everything was on schedule and to our expectations. The contractors were not only professional but a joy to work with. The craftsmanship of our home is exceptional. DJK has continued to take care of every little detail even after we closed on the home. The DJK team is also dedicated to making each of their homes Energy Star. From the insulation, to the high efficiency furnace and appliance they go above the required standards. We are looking forward to not only helping the environment, but also the cost of savings in our utility bills. If you are looking for a truly custom built home built by a dedicated and professional team, then DJK is the builder for you.

Dan and his staff are great!! The are meticulous to details of homes. The floor plans they make are open. Inviting and fun. They do things the right way the first time, they use quality contractors, and they are not afraid to think out of the box when it comes to products, design and look of your home.

My husband and I have been selling Real Estate in Naperville, Plainfield, Oswego and the Western Suburbs for over 20 years. We have dealt with many builders in the area, and spearheaded a lot of the new construction and lot sales in North Plainfield. Some of the builders are/were excellent, and built a quality home, and others cut corners, took advantage of clients, and were not. If we have a client who is looking to build a high quality, energy efficient custom home in the Western Suburbs we always recommend DJK Custom Homes. We have found them to be honest, timely, professional and very client oriented. We have followed our clients through the process of building with DJK and their motto rings true 'Attention to Detail'. They explain the building process thoroughly to the clients and put their home desires first. The end result it an energy efficient, custom, beautiful, quality home, and a happy client! We highly recommend them if you are looking to build a new home or add an addition to your existing one, you will not be disappointed!

The GreenBuilt Home Tour is honored to have an innovative home by DJK Custom Homes on our 2014 Chicago area showcase event. As an initiative of the USGBC-Illinois Chapter, the GreenBuilt Home Tour requires that all dwellings featured on the tour meet stringent requirements for energy efficiency, indoor air quality and sustainability. The Eco-Smart Home by DJK raises the bar in home design and building in the city of Naperville, Illinois, being on track to attain LEED Platinum and NAHB Green Emerald-level certification as well as Energy Star 3.0 and EPA Indoor Air Plus certifications. As an organization that seeks to promote sustainable building practices and technologies, the USGBC-Illinois is proud to acknowledge the achievements of DJK Custom Homes.

DJK did a phenomenal job building our house! Great craftsmanship and overall quality for a fabulous price would be the first phrases that come to mind when thinking about our experience with DJK. The entire team did a great job of taking a vision and making it into a reality - we basically created our own unique plan and they made it work! From preliminary talks, to the design phase, to selections and right on through to post-closing warranty items, DJK has really gone above and beyond the expected. A big "thank you" to the DJK Team for turning our dreams into our dream home!

I absolutely love my home built by DJK builders. The attention to detail is exceptional and if I need something, they take care of it immediately. It is a beautiful home and everything I could ever ask for. I recommend DJK for your next home. They are outsatanding.

DJK has been a great company to work with and we are glad we chose them to build our new house. We did not want a cookie cutter type house and DKJ was defiantly able think out side of the box and provide us a wonderful custom built home. They were able to take our ideas and quickly turn them into a house design. Work was completed under a tight schedule because of our relocation from out of state. DJK was very responsive to all our questions and issues we had during the process were quickly addressed. Even after closing they have been just as responsive. We had an issue with the roof due to bad shingles from the manufacture. Rather than just patching up the roof, DJK completely remove all the shingles down to the decking on the entire roof and replace everything to make sure that we did not have any problems in the future. Overall, DJK paid attention to the details and provided us a great quality custom home…I would not hesitate to recommend them.

My wife and I researched and interviewed many builders prior to making a decision on one. When we walked the DKJ model we were very impressed with the elevation changes of the floors and ceilinsg and the overall layout. I was more impressed with my interview of the owner, Dan Kittilsen, with his openesss and honesty. As the project progressed I personally asked for many architectural changes and Dan stretched and pulled subject model into perfection. In addition, I required a green certified home and Dan schooled himself into an expert during the course of the project to get an overall silver rating on a home much greater than 4000 SQ FT, which is extremely difficult to achieve. His attention to detail is impeccable and his "The Difference is in the Details" is a true statement. I highly recommend this builder for new homes, additions and remodeling.

DJK built a custom home for us. They worked within our budget and helped with changes we wanted to make that were not on the original plans. Most impressive is the warranty. Our 2 year warranty expired yet DJK took care of every concern and blemish we noticed. Strongly recommend this company.

We selected DJK Custom Homes for our home and custom paver patio. We continue to receive compliments on the open floorplan and the quality of our home. Dan was great to work with. Just after moving in, we had a basement leak after a major storm, the day we were planning to leave for vacation. Dan and his crew were at our home immediately, sent us on our vacation, and addressed the problem while we were gone. We have been pleased with the responsiveness of his subcontractors and continue to use their services for the continued maintenance of our home. We would recommend DJK for your custom home.

Overall, the process in building our home was great! Dan and his team accommodated our needs for the most part. He worked with us from beginning to end. The quality and details of our house turned out the way we wanted.. We love our new home and would recommend djk custom homes.

We were very satisfied with Dan and DJK Custom Homes. They came to us as a referral and they worked closely with us an all aspects of our new home. Given that we were novices, Dan and his team did a great job in helping us understand the process, provided guidance and real world advice on dos and don'ts, and overall were just great people to work with. I would certainly recommend them to anyone looking to build a new home.

DJK built my home 7 years ago. Dan and his team provided excellent service. The house was built in the time frame I was told and the home is still source of great pride.

DJK Homes exemplifies quality expertise combined with distinguish professionalism. They made sure that the house they were building for us was not only meeting our expectations but was meeting the high standards that they themselves are known for. General Contactor and owner, Dan Kittleson, meets personally with each of his clients and garners a comfortable and secure relationship with them, so as to ensure that the finished home is constructed with attention to detail and that it attains (and even surpasses) the client's expectations. My husband was very impressed with the patience, craftsmanship, and creativity DJK Homes afforded us. Dan Kittleson's personal interaction with us made the experience engaging and rewarding. I, on the other hand, appreciated the "can do" spirit he exhibited all throughout the process--from putting a window in a kitchen, when it did not at first seem feasible, to providing us with a much-desired six-car garage. We were very pleased with DJK Homes and would highly recommend them to any prospective home owners.

After doing some extensive research, we hired DJK to build our current home. They were professional, courteous, prompt and extremely helpful during the entire process. Working with the whole DJK team was like working with a friend. They were and continue to be very easy to work with. Their workmanship speaks for itself. We are very happy with our new home, and we are very glad we entrusted DJK with this major decision in our lives. We would recommend them to all of our family and friends.

We enjoyed working with Dan and the rest of the DJK team. Their quality of work and attention to detail is top-notch! Any concerns we had during the construction process, as well as any warranty-related issues later were addressed professionally. We are into our 6th year in our DJK home, and are very pleased with the experience.

I can't say enough about DJK Custom Homes. We built our first home with DJK in 1996. Dan exceeded our expectations in every way and we decided to build our second home with Dan in 2002. We are still living in our home and LOVE it! Dan is always involved and will go that extra mile to make sure every detail is perfect. I think it is rare to find such individuals that take such pride in their work. Dan and his team love what they do. I would recommend them to anyone that is interested in building a home.

DJK built our home about 2 years ago. Dan and his team are excellent to work with! They are professional, detail oriented and have systems in place to take care of any issues even after you've moved in. We've lived in our home for 2 years now, and continue to get so many compliments on the construction and level of detail in our home. If anyone is considering building a custom home in the area, we would absolutely recommend they meet Dan with DJK Homes. He has many years of experience and continues to stay ahead of the curve (while other builders are going out of business) and strives to make every project unique from the one before. His level of customization really sets him apart from other builders. We couldn't be happier with the dream home they built us!

We built our beautiful home eight years ago and the reason I am writing this review now is that I was just reminded what a grea company DJK was to work with. Eight years later if we call or email Dan he gets right back to us and offers any help he can. Our home building experience with DJK was enjoyable from the day we signed until the day we moved in and still is to this day.We have enjoyed every minute and detail of our home and if we were going to build again there is no doubt who our builder would be. Thanks DJK!!

Dan at DJK was excellent to work with. He had great ideas to create a beautiful custom home we love. He has also been available for any questions long after completion of the home.