Lorimer Homes is a family owned business that starts with Les Lorimer (owner/ project manager), and his daughter Katie Hess(project manager) . Les started in the building industry in 1978 and learned the industry starting out as a carpenter, and working his way up through the ranks, until branching off on my his own both through remodels and new construction. At 62 years old, building houses is something he enjoys and truly loves to do. Les personally over see’s all phases of the company and makes the necessary decisions needed to improve the quality and workmanship that we at Lorimer Homes strive to provide our customers.
Construction Experience
We at Lorimer Homes are here to make your building experience all that you have dreamed it to be . The building of your dream home is a big process and we want to provide you with exceptional work that leaves you with a home that you can be proud of for a lifetime. We build houses ranging anywhere from 2,200sqft to 14,000sqft using wood or metal framing. Truly what ever your heart or mind wants we can make it a reality. We build with very high performance, energy efficient, green construction sometimes using a Structural Steel Insulated Panel also known as a SSIP Panel. We have built many houses with full basements as well. We like using LED lighting as much as we can. We feel that energy cost will continue to increase and by using products that yield’s greater energy efficiency you will be saving money.
The Lorimer Homes Standard
Lorimer Homes has a high standard for the quality of home we build . There is absolutely no limit to what we can build. Our custom homes are energy efficient we use spray foam insulation that encapsulates the envelope of the house leaving your home tightly sealed. Our standard includes crown molding and trim throughout, decorative ceilings, custom built-in cabinets in kitchen, bathrooms, mudroom etc. We utilize all storage possible for your home . We want your home to work efficiently and effortless for your every day living. The foundation of Lorimer Homes is to pay attention to detail to make your dream home a reality.
Core Qualifications
- Experienced in LEED certified houses
- Experienced in basements
- Experienced in LED lighting
- Experienced with solar energy
- Experienced with 60kw – 100kw generators
- Experienced with Venetian wall finishes
- Experienced with wood & metal framing
- Experienced in Miami Dade rated homes
- Experienced with Structural Steel Insulated Panels