Muskegon is the largest city on the West Michigan lakeshore, and its housing stock reflects that history. Much of the city was built between the 1920s and 1960s, which means many homes are now at the age where structural updates, additions, and full renovations make sense — and where older materials like lead paint and asbestos need to be handled correctly during construction.
Muskegon is also a city in the middle of a revival. Former industrial areas near Muskegon Lake are giving way to new residential development, and lakefront properties on Muskegon Lake and Lake Michigan are in demand. Building here means understanding the difference between the City of Muskegon, Muskegon Township, and neighboring Norton Shores — each with its own zoning and permitting — and knowing how to work safely with older housing stock.
We have served Muskegon for over twenty years with renovations, additions, new construction, and fire damage restoration, and we bring the structural expertise that older homes and lakefront builds both require.
Many Muskegon homes were built before 1960. Renovations and additions require evaluating existing framing and foundations, and pre-1978 homes may involve lead paint and asbestos abatement during construction.
Lakefront properties on Muskegon Lake deal with shoreline setbacks, drainage, and wind exposure. We coordinate the required permits and design foundations suited to the waterfront.
Muskegon includes the City of Muskegon, Muskegon Township, and borders Norton Shores — each with its own permitting. We identify the correct authority for your parcel and pull permits accordingly.
Properties near the Muskegon River and Muskegon Lake can fall within floodplain zones. We verify flood status early and design foundations and elevations that meet floodplain requirements.
New homes built around your vision, designed for the coast and built to last.
Learn MoreTransform an existing home with structural updates, modern features, and improved function.
Learn MoreHouse raising, second-story additions, and complex structural improvements.
Learn MoreStructural repairs, complete rebuilds, and insurance claim advocacy.
Learn MoreTwo decades building in West Michigan's coastal conditions — dune soils, lake-effect weather, and shoreline regulations.
We evaluate foundations, framing, and load paths before we build — so additions and renovations last.
Accredited by the Better Business Bureau with an A+ rating and a member of the NAHB and HBA Lakeshore.
Yes. Many Muskegon homes were built between the 1920s and 1960s, and we specialize in evaluating the existing structure before renovating. For pre-1978 homes we also handle lead paint and asbestos considerations safely during construction.
Yes. We build and renovate on Muskegon Lake and Lake Michigan lakefront, coordinating shoreline setbacks, drainage, and floodplain requirements, and pulling the required state and local permits.
Yes. We handle fire damage restoration across Muskegon — from structural repairs to complete rebuilds — including hands-on coordination with your insurance adjuster to keep the claim moving and accurately valued.
We serve the City of Muskegon, Muskegon Township, and the surrounding Muskegon County area, including lakefront properties on Muskegon Lake and Lake Michigan.
Gary Katt is Simply the Best if you want a builder you can trust with your home or your business ....The KattMann as his friends and clients call him ....has all the experience and shows up early and gets the job done with a reasonable and competitive fee for all his expertise... he is second to none.
Gary is a skilled craftsman, with an excellent team of sub-contractors. His work is of the highest quality, with competitive pricing. We are currently working with Gary on our forever new home. Gary has been our choice for several years. You will not be disappointed. A true professional.
Gary Katt is solid, knowledgeable and has assisted in remodeling/stand-alone projects. Very fair and always willing to assist. I've utilized Gary since 2009.
Gary has done numerous projects for us over the years. He is a very conscientious, hard worker and his assistant, Jim is a great compliment to his team. Additionally, Gary is a very kind person and interesting to speak with. You'll find that he's a pleasure to work with.
I had Gary at my house so many times. Each time I was always pleased with the results. He would let me know exactly what was going on. I was pleased will all the work done. Gary is the first person I call for everything to be done on my home. Dorothy Corradi
Great builder, great quality at a good price. Will definitely use again as work is needed.
Gary Katt is Simply the Best if you want a builder you can trust with your home or your business ....The KattMann as his friends and clients call him ....has all the experience and shows up early and gets the job done with a reasonable and competitive fee for all his expertise... he is second to none.
Gary is a skilled craftsman, with an excellent team of sub-contractors. His work is of the highest quality, with competitive pricing. We are currently working with Gary on our forever new home. Gary has been our choice for several years. You will not be disappointed. A true professional.
Gary Katt is solid, knowledgeable and has assisted in remodeling/stand-alone projects. Very fair and always willing to assist. I've utilized Gary since 2009.
Gary has done numerous projects for us over the years. He is a very conscientious, hard worker and his assistant, Jim is a great compliment to his team. Additionally, Gary is a very kind person and interesting to speak with. You'll find that he's a pleasure to work with.
I had Gary at my house so many times. Each time I was always pleased with the results. He would let me know exactly what was going on. I was pleased will all the work done. Gary is the first person I call for everything to be done on my home. Dorothy Corradi
Great builder, great quality at a good price. Will definitely use again as work is needed.
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