St. Joseph, Michigan
New Construction in St. Joseph, MI
From the first site visit to the final walkthrough, Pantelleria Construction runs new builds in St. Joseph on one schedule with one point of contact. You always know what phase the house is in, what is next, and what it costs.
Organized building, from site work to walkthrough
A new home involves hundreds of sequenced decisions. We front-load the ones that drive cost — structure, mechanicals, window packages — so the later choices are about finishes rather than fundamentals.
You get a weekly update, a running selection calendar, and written change orders. That combination is why our clients describe the process as calm, which is not the usual word for building a house.
Considering an addition or remodel instead? See additions or kitchen and bath remodels.
Scope of work
Site and utilities
Clearing, excavation, drainage, sewer or septic, water service, and finish grading.
Structure
Foundations and framing built square and true, because everything after depends on it.
Weather envelope
Roofing, windows, siding, and flashing specified for lakeshore exposure.
Systems
HVAC, plumbing, and electrical designed for the way the home will actually be used.
Finish carpentry
Trim, cabinetry, doors, and built-ins installed by carpenters who work with us regularly.
Exterior living
Porches, decks, and patios integrated into the plan from the beginning.
What's included
Site assessment before pricing
Permit and inspection management
Written change orders with cost impact
Line-item budget by phase and trade
Weekly progress reporting
Punch list completion and builder warranty
Recent new construction
Beach Getaway
Lakeshore Living
Modern Farmhouse
Why our new builds go smoothly
Front-loaded planning
Decisions made early cost far less than decisions made at drywall.
One crew, one standard
The same trades return job after job, so quality does not swing between projects.
No hidden allowances
Allowances reflect what the selections actually cost, not a number that looks good in a bid.
Accountability after closing
We answer the phone when something needs attention months later.
Build phases
01
Discovery
Your goals, site, budget range, and target timeline.
02
Plans and specs
Drawings and specifications finalized so pricing is real, not rough.
03
Budget approval
Reviewed line by line before any commitment.
04
Permits and foundation
Approvals, utilities, excavation, and concrete.
05
Construction
Framing through finishes on a tracked, updated schedule.
06
Completion
Walkthrough, punch list, documentation, and warranty.
Testimonials
From Our Clients
We are a year out from getting occupancy and our home is exactly everything we had hoped for. The attention to detail and craftsmanship we saw is rare to find these days. Every single person who has come to visit our home has made comments about how this or that is nice and more often than not my response has been “that was our builder’s idea”. Mike and his crew are fantastic and we’re so lucky to have found them to build our dream home!
STACIE PHILLIPPI
My family hired Pantelleria Construction to build our new house and couldn't be more pleased with the quality of work, communication throughout and attention to detail. Many professionals in the business of building houses have commented on how well built our Pantelleria house is.
Charles Binger
Frequently Asked Questions
What does new construction include in St. Joseph?
Site work, utilities, foundation, framing, roofing, windows and doors, mechanicals, insulation, drywall, trim, cabinetry, flooring, tile, fixtures, and final grading. Exclusions are stated in the estimate rather than assumed.
How do lakeshore conditions affect a new build here?
Sandy soils, wind exposure, and heavy rain events influence foundation design, flashing details, and exterior material selection. Building for those conditions costs a little more up front and saves considerably in maintenance later.
How long will permitting take?
It varies by jurisdiction and site. Straightforward parcels move quickly; shoreline or variance-dependent sites take longer. We build a realistic permitting window into the schedule instead of promising a start date we cannot control.
Can you build a home designed by my architect?
Yes. We regularly build from outside drawings and will review them for constructability and cost before pricing so nothing surprises either of us at framing.
Do you offer energy-efficient construction?
Yes. Tight air sealing, appropriate insulation levels, quality windows, and properly sized mechanical systems are standard in how we build, not an upsell package.
What happens after the home is finished?
We complete the punch list with you, hand over documentation and manufacturer warranties, and remain available for questions and service after you move in.
Plan your St. Joseph new build
Tell us about your lot and timeline. We'll outline the phases, the schedule, and the budget you should expect.
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