Greater Houston Builders Association "Custom Builder of the Year 2015"
Congratulations to Brandon Lynch, President and Owner of Keechi Creek Builders!
Congratulations to Brandon Lynch, President and Owner of Keechi Creek Builders!
(May 15, 2015) - Brandon Lynch, President/Owner of Keechi Creek Builders was profiled in the May/June edition of Texas Builder, a publication by the Texas Association of Builders for association members.
Keechi Creek Builders to Lead HomeAid Houston Project in Katy
April 21, 2015 – Katy, TX.Keechi Creek Builders is honored to lead the HomeAid Houston remodeling project at the Krause Children’s Residential Center in Katy. The project scope includes renovating the dining room of the residential treatment center for severely troubled girls aged 12-17 years.
The Krause Children’s Residential center is part of Upbring – The New Lutheran Social Services of the South. Its mission is to break the cycle of child abuse by empowering children, families, and communities and it focuses on long term outcomes for all Texas children. The project is slated to be completed this summer.
Brandon Lynch, President/Owner of Keechi Creek Builders, says, “We are pleased that we can be a part of this project to help improve the quality of life for these young women in our community. It is very rewarding to renovate a space where they enjoy meals and camaraderie among their peers.
We are humbled to know that we are contributing to giving them teen experiences in a safe environment that every young person deserves.”Lynch is no stranger to giving back to the Houston community. Last year he led a team of 12 companies with the Custom Builders Council of the Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) and HomeAid Houston to renovate the multipurpose room and bathrooms of the Jacquelyn House at the Santa Maria Hostel, which serves women in crisis and their children.
He previously worked with the GHBA Remodelers Council on renovating five apartments at the Santa Maria Hostel as well as a project at SIRE Equine Center, which provides therapeutic horsemanship to people with special needs. Lynch states that being able to use his time and experience to unite professionals in the building and remodeling industry for community projects is one of the perks of his job and even more so, it’s one of his personal goals.
More about HomeAid Houston can be found at www.homeaidhouston.org.More about Keechi Creek Builders can be found at www.keechicreekbuilders.com. More about the Krause Children’s Residential center can be found at www.upbring.org.
(Houston, TX, January, 2015) — Keechi Creek Builders was recognized by Youthful Home, the nation leading home improvement magazine, as one of the top 10 rated custom home builders in Houston, Texas and awarded with a badge of honor "TOP RATED HOME PRO".
About Keechi Creek Builders
Keechi Creek Builders is the manifestation of owner/founder Brandon Lynch’s passion for quality of life. “It looks different for each of us, but, for all of us it is a necessity and not a luxury.” For this reason, Brandon considers customer service and community service essential to realizing his ideal. He desires to provide the best for his clients; therefore, he is committed to continuing education and acquiring designations within the industry. As well, he feels strongly about giving back and, as a result, he is active in community outreach and charitable events through the Greater Houston Builders Association.
Brandon is actively involved with the GHBA Remodelers Council; an organization dedicated to the promotion of industry excellence, public awareness of quality business practices, and community service. Serving on the board, his focus is education within the industry in order to provide consumers with quality remodelers and builders that hold themselves to a higher standard. Brandon has acquired designations as a Certified Green Professional (CGP), a Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist (CAPS), and is in the process of completing courses for the Certified Graduate Builder (CGB) designation. He is also a Certified Renovator for the EPA Lead Renovation, Repair, & Painting (RRP) Rule. His other associations include the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), the Texas Association of Home Builders (TAB), Green Building Initiative, and the Better Business Bureau.
Honored for Best Kitchen Renovation and Best Whole House Renovation in the Southwest(Houston, TX, August 18, 2014) — The Texas Association of Builders (TAB) announced and presented the 2014 Star Awards Winners in conjunction with the Sunbelt Builders Show™ on July 23-24, 2014 at the JW Marriott® San Antonio Hill Country Resort. The highly-coveted Star Awards are given annually to recognize excellence in all areas of the home building industry.
Keechi Creek Builders was recognized as a finalist in three categories. Keechi was the winner in two out of three categories — Remodeler–Best Kitchen Renovation $101k to $200K and Remodeler–Best Whole House Renovation.
In 1992, the Texas Association of Builders launched the Star Awards – the only statewide tribute to excellence in the home building industry. The 2014 Star Awards recognized the outstanding work of builders, remodelers, architects, designers, sales professionals, marketing professionals, construction professionals and industry leaders in Texas and the Southwest.
Brandon Lynch, president/owner of Keechi Creek Builders says, “It is an honor and privilege to be recognized among such a diverse and qualified group of my peers throughout the entire state. Texas is a country leader in the home building industry and I am humbled to be considered among the best of the best. We are thankful for clients who trust us to improve their homes and lifestyles.”
Entries were judged by a distinguished panel of industry experts. Winners will be featured in the September/October issue of Texas Builder magazine. For more information about the Star Awards, please visit www.TexasBuilders.org.
Brandon Lynch leads team of custom home builders to improve Santa Maria Hostel (Houston Chronicle, Homes Section, August 17, 2014) — Years ago, HomeAid Houston, a Greater Houston Builders Association charity, identified the services Santa Maria Hostel provides to women, including homeless female veterans. This commitment has translated into construction projects to help improve SMH's facility.
On Saturday, Aug. 16, the GHBA's Custom Builders Council and HomeAid teamed up to make improvements to Santa Maria's multipurpose room where residents hold meetings and education classes, and where they gather with family members to celebrate holidays and other special occasions.
At 9 a.m., crews began the demolition, including two bathrooms that had the original fixtures from 1965. The project included replacing the flooring, bathroom sinks, cabinets, tubs and toilets, along with laying floor tiles and installing new cabinets and countertops in the multi-purpose room.
The meeting area received a full redo with new paint, energy-efficient windows and doors. The work will continue over two weeks with an anticipated dedication scheduled for mid-September.
“The CBC team of 12 companies, led by Brandon Lynch with Keechi Creek Builders, donated materials, labor and time to this ambitious effort,” said Bette Moser, executive director of HomeAid Houston. “Whenever there's a call for donations or assistance of any kind from HomeAid to the GHBA membership, the response is immediate and heart-felt. Santa Maria staff and residents and HomeAid can't thank the CBC enough for their generosity.”
Companies involved include: Bison, A Stock Building Supply Co.; BMC Building Materials and Construction Services; Coastal Plumbing; Compass Drywall; Dennis Williams and Co. Inc.; Dal-Tile Corp.; The Detering Co. Building Materials; Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Gallery; MASCO/Merillat Cabinetry; Parmet, Chapman and Madsen, PC; Sherwin-Williams Paint Co.; and Texrite.
Santa Maria's female veterans' program, the VIEWS (Veteran Initiative Empowering Women's Stability, Skills and Self-Determination), has created 24 new transitional housing beds for homeless female veterans. The program offers a comprehensive continuum of care through a menu of supportive services based on individualized needs.
“HomeAid Houston has always been a huge part of improving lives at Santa Maria Hostel,” said Barbara Page, SMH CFO. “This current project also will enhance the time families can spend together, something that is key to the healing time our residents need and deserve.”
For information, visit www.homeaidhouston.org or call 281-970-8970.
Recognizing the Fastest Growing Aggie-Owned or Managed Companies in the World(College Station, TX, October 25, 2013) — Texas A&M University recognized Keechi Creek Builders of Houston as a member of the 2013 Aggie 100 honoring the fastest-growing companies in the world, owned or operated by Texas A&M University former students.
Keechi Creek Builders was ranked 22 with a compound annual growth rate of over 75% from 2010 through 2012. The Aggie 100, a program created by the Center for New Ventures and Entrepreneurship in Texas A&M University’s Mays Business School, honors graduates from across disciplines for their entrepreneurial endeavors and success as business leaders.
Keechi Creek Builders is a design/build custom home and remodeling firm dedicated to improving people’s quality of life. It was founded in 2007 by Brandon and Sheri Lynch, Texas A&M ’01, after Brandon Lynch’s accomplishments working for production builders for six years.
Keechi Creek Builders partners with their clients to build a home and a lifestyle they deserve. The company's work has been recognized by the National Association of Home Builders, Texas Association of Builders, the Greater Houston Builders Association, and the Better Business Bureau.
“It has been a tremendous honor to be recognized as a member of the Aggie 100, not only for the professional success that it represents but also to know that we are leading future entrepreneurs and demonstrating how our core values actually translate to real world business,” states Brandon Lynch, CGP, CAPS, B.S., President/Owner.
The 100 Aggie-owned or Aggie-led businesses with the highest annual revenue growth were recognized at a formal luncheon in the Zone Club on the Texas A&M University campus, Friday, October 25, 2013. More than 700 honorees, families, employees, faculty, administrators, and well-wishers were in attendance to celebrate their success. Dr. R. Bowen Loftin, President of Texas A&M University, introduced the event’s keynote presenter, R.C. Slocum, Special Advisor to the President, who addressed the honorees on topics of dedication, leadership, and commitment.
“Our Aggie 100 honorees demonstrate that the character and traditions developed at our great university continue to play a significant role in their success across industries and generations,” said Dr. Richard Lester, Executive Director of the Mays Business School’s Center for New Ventures and Entrepreneurship. “Aggie leaders have proven time and time again that no matter the situation, solid business ideas, strong character, tenacity, and hard work pay off.”
The Aggie 100 list in its entirety may be viewed at www.aggie100.com.
Green building and remodeling offer significant benefits to home owners in terms of comfort, savings and resource efficiency. Learn how you can help the environment while helping your family. Video courtesy of the National Association of Home Builders.
(Houston, TX, May 8, 2013) — Keechi Creek Builders received the highest honor of the Pinnacle Award at the Better Business Bureau Awards for Excellence luncheon held Wednesday, May 8 at the Westin Galleria. This was Keechi Creek Builders' second consecutive year to be recognized by the BBB for service excellence.
The BBB Awards for Excellence recognized Keechi Creek Builders for achievements and commitment to overall excellence and quality in the workplace. The Pinnacle Award is given to only one company per industry category.When asked what it means to Keechi Creek Builders to receive this recognition, Brandon Lynch, president, states "We work hard to provide top notch service to our customers while working on projects that improve their quality of life and it is an honor to be recognized for our efforts."
The Better Business Bureau is committed to advancing marketplace trust, by recognizing best practices and trustworthy businesses. Proceeds from the event help fund the BBB Education Foundation which educates consumers about scams and fraudulent business practices in the Greater Houston area.
More information can be found at www.houston.bbb.org.
"Keechi Creek Builders Succeeds By Listening"
(Houston, TX, May 1, 2013) — Keechi Creek Builders was selected as the featured builder for the May issue of the trade publication Metropolitan Builder.
"It’s not pounding nails but listening to customers that makes Brandon Lynch, president of Keechi Creek Builders, successful. 'You have to know who they [customers] are, what they want, and what they’re looking for' when you work with potential homebuyers, Lynch said.
A former boss advised Brandon to focus on listening. 'If you listen long enough, you’ll find out everything you need to know about customers and their needs,' he said. He added that he picks up important cues about customers' expectations from his careful listening.
'You’d be surprised how many good builders are bad listeners. A custom home should reflect a customer's taste and lifestyle. Every customer has wants and needs, which should dictate the products and designs that go into a new home. Fulfilling those is essential to creating a satisfied customer,' he said.