OUR COMPANY

Our Story

Vander Meulen Builders is custom home builder and whole home remodeling company. We are locally owned and deeply rooted in the West Michigan community servicing the lakeshore areas of Holland, Grand Haven, Saugatuck, South Haven and Hudsonville. We offer a long history of innovative and high-quality craftsmanship, along with personalized service and a reputation as one of West Michigan’s leading construction firms. We focus on incorporating quality materials and craftsmanship to build you a home that truly reflects your personality and style. We approach all aspects of the process with honesty and integrity and believe in developing relationships that extend beyond just building homes for people.

Vander Meulen Builders, is a family-owned business that traces its carpentry roots back at least seven generations to the Netherlands. The company was founded in 1924 by Rhine Vander Meulen. He quickly developed a reputation for high-quality work, building custom homes and summer cottages.

Family ownership of the business continued throughout the company’s history. Today the company is owned and operated by Jack Vander Meulen with his son Aaron Vander Meulen. Jack joined the firm in 1973, after working as a carpenter for many years. Jack quickly moved through the ranks in the company and became the president in 1996. Aaron joined the company in 2003 and is the fourth generation in the family business. Aaron has worked in the residential construction industry for more than 15 years and is currently our project manager, lead estimator and VP.

What has remained constant throughout the generations of owners is a commitment to customer service and satisfaction. Vander Meulen Builders collaborates with owners, architects, and designers to produce high-quality, unique buildings that stand apart and meet the needs of their owners for generations.