Knapp Builders

We have been in business for over 40 years serving the central Illinois area. Our company has grown upon a reputation of building quality custom homes and doing business with a high level of integrity. Many of the homes we have built over the years have been a result of a referral from previous satisfied customers. We strive to run our business in accordance with Biblical standards, and hope that our everyday character, integrity, and general business practices would portray that.

Built around you with quality and integrity.

The building process can be one of the most exciting experiences of your life. That's why you deserve to work with a professional builder with the integrity, skill and experience to make building a positive, stress-free process. Fortunately, you've found the right builder for the job in Knapp Builders.

Your Home. Our Experience. Endless Possibilities.

Comfort and craftsmanship connect to create a look that’s made just for you – with materials, custom finishes, colors, textures, and your own personalized touches.

Several upgrade options are standard with the homes we build, and our belief is that our detail in the bidding and billing process are second to none. Below is a list of some of the custom upgraded features that we include as standard on the homes we build. For more information on what sets us apart as a builder see the Home Building Process.

2×6 exterior walls — provides more room for insulation
Raised rafter heels — gives more insulation space where the roof meets the exterior wall
2×8 subfacia — leaves a larger facia reveal after the gutters are installed
Field-framed roof — offers more options to rooflines, cathedral ceilings, etc.
Window stools on trim around windows
Skirt trim board on all stairways
Backer installed by all windows for window treatments
All carpenters are direct staff of Charlie Knapp Builders, Inc. — we do not use subcontractors for carpentry labor in order to ensure the highest quality
In-house design work