Keepsake Homes was established in 1982. Since then it has grown from a one man operation to a network of offices and employees working together to build quality homes. Our custom homes are comfortable, attractive, and energy efficient. Every prospective home buyer is treated with professionalism and courtesy from beginning to end. We understand that buying a home is one of the largest investments you will make. Therefore, we will guide you through the process of creating a home that suits your needs. By customizing your home, from floors to fixtures, we know your home will match your personal standards and will truly be a "Keepsake". We specialize in "On Your Lot" construction and have been doing so for 29 years.
Keepsake has eight employees to serve you. You will get to know most of them during your home building process.
About Us
Denis Hafer, Founder
Denis Hafer founded Keepsake Homes Inc. in 1982. He is a 1967 Graduate of Penn State University with an Associates Degree in Drafting and Design. Denis was on the Board of Directors for the Berks County Builder's Association. He worked for two other builders and was a designer for an HVAC engineering firm before starting Keepsake Homes. Denis has since retired from his presidential duties but is still employed through Keepsake as a consultant.
Steven Hafer, Vice President
Steven is the vice president of Keepsake Homes. He has been employed at Keepsake since 2004. Prior to working for Keepsake, Steve gained experience from his employment at a formidable lumber yard and later worked for a local framing company. Steve is a 2002 graduate of Penn State University with a Bachelors degree in Finance. Steve's duties consist of home and addition pricing, cost analysis, plan reviews, web design, and inside support for supervisors and subcontractors. Steve's rapid absorption of construction information has allowed him to obtain a vast knowledge of all aspects of the construction industry. His hardwork, dedication and knowledge makes him a valuable asset to both Keepsake Homes and prospective home owners.
Joe Lorah, Sales Manager
Joe is the Sales Manager for the Bucks, Montgomery, Chester, Delaware and Lehigh Co. areas for Keepsake Homes. He has been with the company since 1992. Joe has also had his real estate license since 1985. His many years of experience will help you with your homeplanning from lot selection and financing to designing a home that will fit both your lifestyle and budget.
Bill Hines, General Manager & Sales Director
Bill is the General Manager of Keepsake Homes, Inc. His duties include managing the daily operations of Keepsake Homes, sales manager for the Berks and Schuylkill County areas and he ensures our "high quality of construction" of your new home. His attention to detail will truly make your new home a "Keepsake". He has been with Keepsake Homes since 2006. Bill has over 40 years of experience in the home building industry with a background of ownership, management and sales within the industry.
Cindy Arters, Secretary/Treasurer/Office Manager
Cindy is the Secretary/ Treasurer as well as the office manager for Keepsake Homes. She has been working for Keepsake since 2003. She has been an office manager in the construction industry for 21 years. Her duties include answering the phone, billing, AP/AR, payroll, job costing, coordinating warranty work and punch list schedules, etc. She is also a Notary. She will work with your bank to get all the necessary paperwork ready for your "settlement" on your loan and will do all of the draw billing to the bank during your construction process. Cindy has an Associates Degree in Business Administration from Penn State University and also prepares taxes for H&R Block during tax season. Cindy will handle your final settlement with Keepsake Homes at the completion of construction. If you have any questions, Cindy will answer your question or direct you to the person who can answer it.
Keith, Project Coordinator/Supervisor
Keith is the Project Coordinator for Keepsake Homes. He has been working for Keepsake Homes since 2002. Keith has been working in the construction industry for 30+ years in both residential and commercial venues. Keith will be one of the first people you work with at Keepsake. He deals with the external costs and options on your lot. External costs include excavating, septic system, perks and probes, wells, city water/sewer/gas hookups, lot clearing, rock removal, driveways and paving, and staking out your home. He will also assist if you need a county soil and erosion control plan. Keith will take an excavator out to your lot and get an itemized list of costs so you have a good idea what all of the above mentioned items will cost. This will help you to determine if the lot is what you are looking for. He can do this before you purchase a lot so you know up front what you are dealing with. Keith is also a Supervisor and he will oversee your home from start to finish. He will schedule subcontractors and materials, inspections, etc. and keep your job moving smoothly.
Shawn, Design Manager
Shawn is the architectural designer and has been with Keepsake Homes since 1987. He can create a custom design for you or work with an existing plan through our Softplan drafting software. Keepsake has many designs you can choose from as well. Shawn is responsible for drafting the prints to the customer and township's satisfaction. Once he has completed the drawings and they have been approved, your house is ready for production.
Eric, Service Manager
Eric is our Service Manager. He is usually one of the last Keepsake employees that you will see. Eric will walk through your home with you when we are finished with construction and come up with a punch list of items that need to be finished/repaired. He will then ensure that those items get completed. He will be the one to put the finishing touches on your home ie-towel bars, paper holders, mirrors, etc. Eric will also be the one who comes out and does your 60 day and one year walk thru's as well.
