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Luxury Home Builder in West Michigan

Healthy, Comfortable, and Efficient Custom Homes

R Value Lineal Srip Process

Process-Driven Approach

R Value Experience Lineal Srip

Energy-Efficient Expertise

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Commitment to Healthy Living

Bright kitchen with a white countertop and glass pendant lighting, part of a custom home by R Value Homes in West Michigan

Building Luxury Homes with Health in Mind

Welcome to R-Value Homes, where sustainable design meets masterful craftsmanship. Whether you dream of a custom home built to your specifications or need expert ICF installation for superior energy performance, we bring your vision to life with precision and care. Discover the difference building better, smarter, and stronger creates. We're excited to bring your vision to life with a custom home tailored to your needs and designed to thrive in West Michigan’s unique environment.

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Services

ICF Installations

Specializing in Insulating Concrete Form (ICF) construction, we build homes with exceptional energy efficiency, soundproofing, and disaster resilience. This service is also available for other builders and DIY clients seeking professional ICF installation.

Services

Custom Home Building

At R-Value Homes, we craft energy-efficient, personalized custom homes with innovative design and unmatched precision, built to last for generations.

Our Design-Build Process

1 | Preliminary Design
We start by exploring your vision and evaluating your lot to develop a concept design and preliminary budget. During this phase, you’ll collaborate with our design team, approve the initial concept, and gain a clear picture of what lies ahead.
2 | Design & Pricing
This phase brings your dream to life on paper. Together, we finalize your home’s layout, select fixtures and finishes, and incorporate expert feedback from specialists like HVAC and structural engineers. Once the specifications are complete, we’ll assemble and review the final project pricing.
3 | Construction & Completion
With a signed construction agreement and financing in place, we move forward with permits and construction. Throughout the build, we conduct regular onsite meetings and maintain open communication to ensure every detail aligns with your vision. Your journey concludes with a final walkthrough and move-in day.

Awards and Associations

Energy Star Logo White
HBA GGR Logo

 

Best Green Home 
2018 + 2020

Green Home Institute Logo
Home Builders Association Lakeshore

 

Best Kitchen 2022 
$500K - $1M 

Resnet Logo
HBA GGR Logo

 

Home of the Year 2019
$350K - $499K

Zero Energy Ready DOE Logo
Great Lakes Region EA Logo

 

Exemplary Project 2007

The R-Value Difference

Net-Zero
Homes

 

Our net-zero homes are designed to produce as much energy as they consume, combining cutting-edge insulation, airtight construction, and renewable energy solutions for unmatched efficiency and sustainability.

Built for Comfort

 

Experience peace and relaxation with homes built to maintain consistent temperatures and block outside noise. Our construction techniques create a serene, comfortable environment for year-round living.

Designed for
Health

 

Prioritize your family’s well-being with homes designed for clean indoor air, balanced humidity, and non-toxic materials. Built for health and comfort, our homes provide a safe space for generations.

Where We Work

R-Value Homes proudly serves West Michigan, including Greater Grand Rapids and surrounding towns, with custom homes and ICF installation. We create homes tailored to our clients' unique needs and lifestyles. Don’t see your area listed? Reach out to us today to find out if we serve your location. We’re always expanding our reach to help more West Michigan families build their dream homes.

Our Service Area

  • Grand Rapids
  • East Grand Rapids
  • Ada
  • Lowell
  • Wayland
  • Middleville
  • Rockford
  • Caledonia
  • Byron Center
  • Hudsonville
  • Allendale
  • Jenison
  • Grandville
  • Zeeland
  • Holland
  • Fennville
Living Room with Large Windows in Modern Concrete Net Zero Home in West Michigan by R Value Homes

What Our Clients Think

"My wife and I interviewed several builders for our ICF home that we had designed.  Ultimately we chose R-Value Homes because Jake and is employees/partners are very honest and hardworking.  They worked with us to keep the project on budget and completed it in the time frame that was estimated.  The build quality is superb.

Also, Jake's experience and expertise in building net zero and high efficiency homes is undeniable.  The build quality and overall solid feel of the home is impressive. We couldn't be happier about how it turned out."

James Felgner

Custom Home

Modern custom home facade with contrasting wood and metal siding by R Value Homes in West Michigan

What Our Clients Think

"Working with RValue Homes was amazing. Jake is very detail oriented and creative. He always returned our communications quickly and stayed on top of all the different people in our home. RValue Homes surrounds itself with excellent craftsman as well- from the people who worked on the interior wall framing to the final trim guys- they were very trustworthy and we enjoyed talking with them everyday we stopped by the house while it was being built. Having an ICF home for the first time, we have had a lot of questions and Jake has been thorough with his descriptions and answers to our questions.  We love our new home and would not change a thing."

Va Nia Tjalsma

ICF Custom Home

Screened-in porch with natural wood ceiling, part of a West Michigan custom home by R Value Homes

What Our Clients Think

"Jake and his team are beyond amazing. They are honest, hard working people, and you will get exactly what they offer. Our home is beautiful, energy efficient, clean, and unique. It wouldn’t be the same home if it were built by a different company."

Sarah McCracken

Custom Home

Garage entry of a custom-built West Michigan home by R-Value Homes, with sleek white doors and dark siding

What Our Clients Think

"Here’s why R-Value Homes is the best. We had a minor HVAC issue last night at 9:00 pm. Called Jake, who built our house over 2 years ago. He said he could be out first thing in the morning. He was at our house right when he said he would be and fixed the issue in minutes. A few hours later he sent us a follow up email with 3 different options to make sure the issue doesn’t happen again. The service and professionalism is beyond expected and so appreciated. We can’t say enough good things about R-Value Homes!"

Michael McCracken

Custom Home

Exterior view of a modern custom home with unique architectural lines, built by R Value Homes in West Michigan

What Our Clients Think

"R-Value has done numerous concrete projects for us over the years.  The owner of the company has excellent character, is trustworthy and reliable.  This company stands behind their work, even when it cost them financially to do so."

Jeff Sneller

Custom Home

Front view of a solar-panel equipped home by R-Value Homes in West Michigan

What Our Clients Think

"We were very pleased with the work they did.  We would highly recommend them. Quality workmanship."

Paula Wagenaar

Custom Home

Ready to Build the Perfect Home?

Let’s Bring Your Vision to Life

Your ideal home is closer than you think—energy-efficient, healthy, and tailored to your lifestyle. Contact us today to get started and see how R-Value Homes can make it happen!