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aking you happy as a customer is supremely important to us,

and that means that we must always give you our best.

The best in design creativity, the best in customer service and

organization, and the best in providing a very high quality finished product,

all with the most competitive pricing possible. This commitment to excellence

has earned Jeff Horwath Family Builders, Inc. the distinction of being

among the finest home builders you will find, anywhere. Ask around,

and let our reputation speak for itself. In the end, the home belongs to you,

but the reputation is ours to maintain.

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Distinctive Designs our new home can have that distinctively classic look that is so special to Horwath

customers, without having to pay extra for it. There is a certain artistic style, grace and

balance to our homes that cause many admirers to say that they can tell a Horwath

home from the rest. Your home will be unique; designed by Jeff with your input to be the perfect

blend of flow, charm and character that works for you and your lifestyle. No two Horwath homes

are exactly alike, yet all have that fresh perspective and abundance of flair both outside and inside

that denies imitation at any price.

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ehind much of the outstanding woodwork you see in a Horwath home is Wood Specialties. They are specialists who supply a complete millwork package including custom mill-made cabinets, mantels, stairs, pre-hung doors, curved and custom woodwork and stock products...all from one

source. Teaming with Jeff Horwath Family Builders, Wood Specialties places a strong emphasis on artistic design, delivering absolutely the most attractive home for each customer. They also help make the building process enjoyable through fair and honest communication all in a spirit of cooperation. 262-251-8844, www.woodspecialtiesinc.comB

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Schmidt Custom Floors has one of the most extensive showroom displays of solid wood and pre-finished flooring species and styles in the Midwest. They’ll work closely with you to provide just the look and price you need. Climate controlled warehousing and dedicated installers combine with today’s technologies to give you the finest in “old world” quality. 262-547-8763, www.schmidtflooring.com

Designs in Marble LLC is a full-service designer, fabricator and installer of all natural stone products, as well as quartz and solid surface materials. They specialize in granite and marble countertops, and tub and shower surrounds. Like Jeff Horwath, they have an excellent reputation, and their number one goal is to meet and exceed your expectations. 262-569-2886, www.designsinmarble.com

Tile & Stone, a division of Designs in Marble LLC, supplies quality tile, natural stone and custom countertops for your Jeff Horwath Family Builders home. Their beautiful 4000 square foot showroom has a large variety of tiles, including glass, metal, porcelain and natural stone from which to choose. Their professional staff and interior designers can help you fit any budget or décor. 262-646-4422, www.designsinmarble.com

Dependable Team hen you’re building a home, you need a team on whom you can depend, to give you their best

from beginning to end. Since 1989, we’ve focused our efforts on assembling what we feel is the

most professional, friendly and conscientious team in the home building business. Everyone of

our employees, suppliers and subcontractors enjoys supporting the Horwath standard of treating you with

enthusiasm and respect while delivering the highest quality and most cost-effective home possible. In fact,

we even ask you to complete a report card about every facet of your experience so that we can continue to

improve for our next customer.

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Building On Trust e strive to gain your trust on every level. Jeff will discuss your needs and your lot,

then sketch and price your home “up- front,” including all the possible upgrades and

options, before asking for any financial commitment. We will design a Horwath

home that truly fits your needs and looks stunning, while not costing a premium. We will explain

the process, meet you on-site regularly, and provide you with complete selection guidance and

documentation for all of your selections. In short, we will try to honor God by genuinely putting

your needs first. Our hope is that we will become friends along the way.

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ohnson Bank is committed to giving you the personalized service you deserve. They offer low-down payments, rates and loan terms tailored to your needs. Their application to approval process is one of the fastest in the industry, which means you can move into your dream home sooner. Their programs are designed to alleviate interest rate risk during construction, ensuring a manageable budget

when your home is complete. They will provide you with options including a unique one-time close, jumbo financing and free tax escrow waivers. Your mortgage will be serviced by Johnson Bank for the life of your loan. For more information, call Ginny Myszewski, NMLS ID: 762386, 262.787.4314, johnsonbankmortgage.com/vmyszewski.J

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Carpet Town is a family-owned business for over 43 years in the greater Milwaukee area. Besides carpeting, Carpet Town has a great selection of laminate, vinyl, and wood flooring, along with stone, and luxury vinyl tile. They also have over 200 in-stock area rugs. They take great pride in their in-store complimentary design service with award-winning decorators and have a great selection of wallpaper, and window treatments. They are known for their expert installation with their own certified installers and excellent customer service. 414-774-2220, www.carpet-town.com for flooring.

The high level of drywall detailing in Horwath homes is accomplished with the help of our partners at Suburban Drywall, Insulation and Custom Finishes. They provide quality workmanship of insulation and drywall, backed with unsurpassed customer service. We have always been impressed with the speed and precision of their crews. They also provide Horwath customers with a one-year service call-back if needed, and their touch-up technicians are amazing. 262-544-0993, www.suburbandrywall.com

Ask Around ur past customers are our most enthusiastic supporters, and we wish to thank them all for so

sincerely and effectively spreading the word about Jeff Horwath Family Builders. We encourage

you to also check with other suppliers and subcontractors in the industry; they are usually very

straight-forward with their recommendations. If you would like a list of references, of course we are happy

to provide them to you. We understand that this is a very important undertaking for you and, should you

choose Horwath, we want to make it the most satisfying experience that you could have imagined…

one that you will remember fondly for a long, long time.

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TBA Tile Design is honored to be a key member of the Horwath team. They share the Horwath commitment and dedication to excellence by providing unmatched attention to detail, quality and personalized service. TBA Tile Design is one of the finest tile contractors/installers in the Milwaukee area. 262-369-5600

ity Lights Design Showroom believes that a beautifully lit home makes living and entertaining much more enjoyable in your new Horwath home. Their experienced lighting consultants will take you through the selection process from start to finish in Wisconsin’s largest lighting and design showroom. Their unparalleled selection, along with their 100% price guarantee, has made City Lights the preferred lighting showroom in Wisconsin since 1990. 262-781-9048, www.lightsus.com C

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Fabric Gallery of Oconomowoc, Wisconsin carries an extensive collection of designer fabrics, trims, unique drapery hardware, home accessories and custom furniture.

Do more with your home décor at the Fabric Gallery. Their experienced, friendly designers provide consulting and installation services from start to finish. They are the complete shop for all your interior design needs for your new home by Jeff Horwath Family Builders. 262-560-1100, www.fabricgallerywi.com

Charm You Can Own e’re often complimented by people who say they appreciate the details in a Horwath

home. There is a certain distinctive flair for proportion and design with an emphasis

on the little things that really make our homes stand out. Building your new home

with car-stopping curb-appeal and pleasing interior character and pizzazz comes from Jeff ’s artistic

eye. Better yet, Jeff listens to you and understands what it takes to make a floor-plan that truly

works for you. As our jingle goes...“Details, Style and Skill, and a Charm you can own...isn’t it

time you had a Horwath-kind of home!”

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ime and again, customers comment on the thoroughness and friendliness of our team at D.S. Electrical Contractors, Inc. Before we begin wiring your home, we will have you meet with their lighting design specialist in their office showroom to review placement of all your lights, outlets and

switches. You’ll also have the opportunity to discuss, view and select specialty lighting needs you may have. We think you’ll be especially impressed with their helpfulness and workmanship at your home. 262-252-5940, www.dselectricalcontractors.comT

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The good-looking roof on your Horwath home is specified like few others, to include additional Ice and Water Shield protector around all horizontal eaves, plus valleys, chimneys and other key locations. Our superior installers, like Cedar Topped Roofing, one of the finest in Wisconsin and Illinois for over 25 years, will make sure your entire roof-system looks great and seals out the weather. 847-542-5310

Lifetime Door Company gives an immediate improvement to the look of your new Horwath home. Lifetime Door has proudly served Wisconsin since 1964. They are Wisconsin’s largest Haas & LiftMaster garage door distributor, with 2000+ garage doors and openers in stock. Visit their showroom and see 16 full-sized working garage doors and openers. 262-783-4004, www.lifetimedoor.net our investment in a Horwath home will pay dividends for decades to come because we’ve

specified long-life and no-maintenance exterior materials as much as possible, with extended

manufacturer warranties like: 15 years-foundation waterproofing and insulation, 20 years-

window seals, 30 years-dimensional roof shingles, 50 years-fiber cement siding and subfloors.

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Many of these materials come from Gulf Eagle Supply, who carry a superior line of proven, long-life exterior products that are unique in this area for their long-life and durable finishes. They stand out for their high level of personal service to our customers and others through-out southern Wisconsin. 414-362-0700

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otal commitment to their customers is what Associated Bank is all about. Their free mortgage qualification process can help you know immediately just how much of a home you can afford. They will listen to understand your personal financial situation, and then advise you to as the most beneficial financing methods to help you obtain your housing goals. They offer

competitive rates for a wide range of home mortgage options, including fixed and adjustable rates. In addition, the professionals at Associated Bank can provide you with financial planning and assistance in a host of other areas to help you with all of your personal financial and retirement needs. For more information, contact Jim Larcheid at 262-305-1547, jim.larcheid@associatedbank.com

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e’ve built our company with the goal of giving you an amazingly

fun and fulfilling new homebuilding experience. Everyone and

everything associated with Jeff Horwath Family Builders have

the primary goal of helping you enjoy the process and achieve stunning results.

Here’s a little of what you’ll receive at no extra cost: individualized home

design and specifications with energy-saving, long-life inclusions, personalized

selection guidance with concise statements of your allowances, your own on-site

construction manager, a skilled and dedicated team of suppliers and subcontractors,

plus quick, friendly follow-up to your phone calls and service needs.

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Appliance Gallery adds the final all important special touches to the spectacular kitchens in a Jeff Horwath Family Builders’ home.: state of the art innovative appliances from Sub Zero & Wolf, who are leading manufacturers in the industry. Sub-Zero has the quality and experience which you can trust, and has been the leader in food preservation since 1945. It’s always been their mission to deliver innovation, performance, style, and longevity, at ever-higher standards of quality. Jeff Horwath Family Builders can always count on Appliance Gallery to offer the most knowledgeable, experienced, friendliest and conscientious personal service in the Milwaukee area. In addition, they offer a wide variety of options with very competitive pricing. It all adds up to a thoroughly enjoyable personable shopping experience and world-class appliances for your home from sales to delivery. 414-727-7500, www.appliancegallerywi.com

Performance is Key higher level of excellence in the look and performance of your new home is our goal…

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he right plumbing faucets and fixtures and a trouble-free plumbing system for your home are important to us, which is why we place such high-priority on partners like Best Price Plumbing. With over 30 years of the most professional service, they take good care of your plumbing needs, while striving to maximize your water flow and efficiency with superior products specified by Horwath.

With their own selection showroom, Best Price Plumbing can provide you with a broad range of brands and styles. Professional in-office plumbers can answer your questions anytime, and 24/7 emergency service with their own service manager gives you peace-of-mind and fast response should you ever have an issue. They are the area’s primary authorized Kohler service specialists, and were even featured nationally on “Extreme Home Makeover.” 262-547-1124, www.bestpriceplumbing.com

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colors for your home.We also suggest you rely on the expert design

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Grand Appliance and TV is one of our favorite appliance sources for many reasons. For starters, they can demonstrate for you, the broadest array of the latest styles of built-in, high-end appliances for your kitchen, laundry and entertaining areas. Secondly, as a Horwath customer, they will quote you great pricing directly. Thirdly, unlike some dealers, they back their products with installation, set-up and service tailored to our new construction process. 262-796-1810, www.grandapplianceandtv.com

We specify high-quality Sherwin-Williams paints and stains for your home including “eco-friendly” Promar 200 Zero VOC Interior Latex for a healthier home and environment, and many other long-lasting interior and exterior products. We also have all of the Sherwin-Williams colors on hand in our office to make your choices easy. 262-691-7567, www.sherwin-williams.com

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White Picket Fences provides superior quality painting on the inside and outside of your beautiful new Horwath home. This stellar company has over 15 years of experience and is known for their excellent customer service as well. 262-628-8845

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amily-owned since 1911, VerHalen was built on respect, honesty and integrity. They treat their clients like family, providing total interior solutions—from design to construction, on through the selection process, to installation of furniture and beyond.

From teamwork to the highest safety standards, VerHalen is proud to install the finest windows from Pella in your new Horwath home. 262-783-6600, www.verhaleninc.com

F erra Tec specializes in creating sophisticated, natural landscapes that work in harmony with your home and lifestyle. Our commitment to the esthetic quality of your home’s landscape sets us apart. We have a unique approach to landscape planning focused on the characteristics of your property and how you expect to use your outdoor space. We have achieved our greatest successes by working with customers while their homes are still under construction. Getting us involved early in the process is an ideal way to create a landscape installation that best meets your budget and lifestyle requirements. Our team includes degreed and registered landscape architects, horticulture experts, state-certified chemical managers and applicators, professional craftsmen and on-staff masons to provide a full range of landscape design, management and construction services. 262-644-5488, www.terrateclandscapes.com.

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uthrie & Frey Water Conditioning can be your complete well pump and water conditioning source. They will provide you with a full water analysis in order to recommend the best products for your home, then design a system that will provide your family with high quality water for years to come. They specialize in sales, rental and service of water softening and drinking water systems, plus iron and odor filtration products for both municipal and private well water. 262-646-6330

Waterville Woodworks has earned an outstanding reputation as one of the best finish carpenters in the Milwaukee area. Horwarth Family Builders can depend on Waterville Woodworks to adhere to our exacting and rigid standards of quality on each and every home built. 262-719-4704 or 262-719-4443

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All of your countertop selections can be made in one stop at Midwest Tops. All surface types are on display and can be quickly priced directly to you, including granite, quartz, numerous solid-surface brands, cultured marble and laminate. Their field and production staff works closely with the Horwath team to schedule installation and digitally measure all cabinets in place before production, for the best custom fit. And if you’ve decided on a specific granite, they can refer you to the wholesale showrooms with the most optimal selection, where you can choose your own slabs. 414-463-5734, www.mwtops.com

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Bank Mutual Corporation is a forward-looking holding company that celebrates a long heritage of community banking in Wisconsin. Through its subsidiary, Bank Mutual, it has served diverse geographic markets throughout Wisconsin since 1892. Bank Mutual unites the strength of experience with the spirit of local involvement to create the fourth largest banking institution headquartered in Wisconsin. Jeff Horwath Family Builders can count on Bank Mutual for their financing needs. 414-354-1500, www.bankmutualcorp.com

oyal Falcon Enterprises has been in business for over a decade and offers a great variety of services in the masonry field. Jeff Horwath Family Builders can rely on Royal Falcon Enterprises for outstanding stone and brick work. They are widely recognized in Wisconsin, Chicago, and throughout the Midwest for exceptional quality and customer service. 630-406-0001, www.royalfalcon.net

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very new home we build includes custom, adjustable closet systems in standard white laminate from the helpful people at All About Organization. And if you wish, they can show you how you can further enhance and expand your closets with all the latest features and finishes, plus a full range of closet, kitchen pantry, garage and home office storage solutions. 262-369-8300, www.allaboutorganization.comE

Bret Achtenhagen’s Seasonal Services is passionately dedicated to the creation of landscapes that ignite your senses. As a provider of award-winning landscaping for more than twenty years, they offer a full menu of services that enhance the lives of those who enjoy beautiful landscaping. They are experts in landscape design, installation, management, irrigation, lighting, decorative masonry, plant health care and more. Their family values parallel the values of Jeff Horwath Family Builders. 262-392-3444, www.seasonalservices.com

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e try to make your building experience an easy one, by including as standard, highest quality materials that won’t cost you extra and will stand the test of time. Our valued suppliers like Bliffert Lumber understand our desire to build your home with high performance products like: over-engineered floor-joists that will exceed industry

standards to be stiffer and quieter; premium grade sub-floors that withstand nasty weather during construction while maintaining their integral shape and strength; straight and solid tall-walls that use engineered LVL lumber studs to reduce twisting, drywall cracks and wind-sheer affects; Premium wood windows with high performance glass. 262-542-6666, www.bliffertlumber.com W

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Better Living Center is a friendly, family-owned business that specializes in central vacuums, networking, security and whole house camera systems. They offer complete media and home theatre systems. Also, they will meet you right in your Horwath home during construction to plan placement, and will instruct you in the operation of everything once you move in. Like most of our suppliers, they are long-time members of the MBA and the BBB. Better Living Center has been featured on “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition,” as well as “Homes for our Troops” locally. 262-789-6768 or blcinc@tds.net

reating fun and useful living spaces in your lower level is one of our specialties.

It begins with a site analysis to maximize your lot’s potential. Then we apply

our know-how to get you the most window exposure, even on relatively flat lots.

Finally, Jeff will design a unique and flowing layout that accomplishes everything that’s important

to you. And, we’ll do it all for a very reasonable cost, made possible by our low builder margins.

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Giving Our Best

National Glass & Shower Door prides itself in it’s unique flair and broad range of style options for all your shower door, mirror and glass needs. Receive first-class service when you visit their showroom to choose exactly the glass you prefer and the shower frame-type that fits your style. As with most Horwath suppliers, National Glass will quote you prices directly, so you can make quick, qualified decisions. And their installers will work with your Horwath Construction Manager to make sure that your products are installed on time and looking good. 414-354-1201 or 800-281-9805, www.nationalglassinc.com

t is important for us to build your new Horwath home with

the optimal synergy of long-lasting, energy-efficient products

and those that minimize the use of valuable natural resources,

while at the same time providing a healthy living environment for your

family. Learn more at www.greensmartbyhorwath.com

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Dave Droegkamp Heating & Air Conditioning has well-trained craftsmen to place the finest heating and cooling equipment available in today’s market into your Horwath home. They are a local, family-owned business serving the lake country area, and all of Southeast Wisconsin for over thirty years. They are an award-winning Lennox Premier Dealer, and a WaterFurnace GeoPro dealer. Dave Droegkamp Heating & Air Conditioning offers complete design and installation of conventional high-efficiency systems, environmentally-friendly (green) ultra-efficient geothermal heating and cooling, in-floor heating systems, and custom sheet metal and architectural copper work. 262-367-2820, www.davedroegkamp.com

eu’s Hardware Gallery can help you create the look you desire in your Horwath home with authentic door hardware, cabinet knobs, pulls, bath accessories, and architectural hardware. Whether modern, traditional, contemporary, or rustic, Neu’s Hardware Gallery showcases the largest selection of hardware in Southeast Wisconsin. They feature the products of over 150 manufacturers in their showrooms, located in Menomonee Falls (262-251-6005) and Brookfield (262-782-7788), www.hardwaregallery.com.

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Richard W. Kempen Construction, Inc. is an award-winning company specializing in the finest craftsmanship for brick and stone fireplaces, block masonry, and other custom masonry projects. Jeff Horwath Family Builders can always count on Richard W. Kempen Construction to deliver exquisite workmanship and excellent service. 414-322-9347

A stunning landscape design can enhance the value of your new Horwath home immediately. That’s why we recommend the high quality and reasonable price combination offered by The Groundskeeper, Inc., since 1993, one of the leading full-service landscape companies in the Milwaukee area. Their motto “Superior Quality” is directed toward everything they do for you, from landscape design, through installation, and grounds-keeping maintenance services. 414-852-6937, www.groundskeeperinc.com

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tairGoddess is regarded as one of the finest staircase companies throughout the U.S. Whether you are looking for a traditional wood, contemporary wrought iron, or hand carved balustrade, you will find them all at StairGoddess. They feature beautiful balustrades from all over the world at prices that are competitive and extremely affordable. 920-954-6797, www.stairgoddess.com

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reat people make a great company, and we hope you will notice the difference at

our company. We are just the right size to provide the perfect blend of keen job-site

management and friendly small company attention to you and your project.

Our goal is simple…to put you and your family first. That commitment begins with your very

first meeting and continues after you’ve moved into your new Horwath home. We hope to know

you someday - The Horwath’s Staff pictured L to R, Back row: Scott, Jane, Glen; Middle row:

Jeff (w/Rambo), Jim, Mike, Front row: Holly, Laura, Julie, Not pictured: Chuck B and Jeff L.

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You will appreciate the extraordinary selection of lighting products and accessories from BBC Lighting. They offer one of the Midwest’s largest inventories with quick delivery. And, they provide excellent design- assistance for choosing and documenting all of your home lighting needs, then provide you with Horwath’s preferred-builder pricing. 414-933-0808, www.bbclighting.com

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othing is quite as critical as the foundation for your home, which is why we trust your basement to our fine partners at Beaudry Services, Inc. who since 1985 have specialized in the finest quality poured walls and masonry services. 262-549-5500, www.beaudryservices.com

In addition, your Horwath home will include a full water-proofing and insulation system from Waterproof Systems on all the foundation walls that are below grade, to keep your basement warmer and dryer; something few other builders offer as standard. 262-345-9922

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