Who We Are
Our heritage in home building spans three generations. It is a gift to hold the legacy of building homes that last in Peoria, Illinois. We are thankful for the generations that have gone before us, setting the example of hard work, quality craftsmanship, and the art of beauty.
Our Story
In the unlikely year of 2007, Don Hoerr decided to start HBG. A bold move considering the time, but certainly not when considering his vast experience and heritage in the work of residential home building.
In fact, let's really rewind back to the olden days when Don was called Donnie and his father was Don. At 12 years-old until college "Donnie" was working on his father's residential home building sites. He left for college to receive his bachelors from Purdue University in Building Construction Management. Following graduation he has had 8 years in commercial construction and is over 25 years in residential construction.
Hoerr Building Group has taken great pride in establishing homes within a community that has so much to offer to one another. The loyalists, generational business', and nostalgic memories makes this city what it is: home. We look forward to helping you build home here in Peoria.
Growing a Team
Good things grow. Hoerr Building Group has now expanded to far more employees than one. Brett Steffen is Don's son-in-law. Brett is a high performer, experienced carpenter, and attentive to hear and meet our client's needs. He currently works as Builder and Project Manager. Caleb Roeker and Mitch Hoerr are our carpenters who are skilled at their craft, provide excellent quality finishes in all our homes, and are focused diligent workers. Jenny is our Residential Designer. Her creativity and competency bring our homes the function and aesthetic client's are looking to dwell in. Liv Steffen is the daughter of Don and the wife of Brett Steffen. She is the Interior Designer, providing direction in the selection process that completes a home with a cohesive representation of the client.
Meet the Team
Founder & Builder
Don Hoerr
Grew up in Peoria for all his childhood, Don went to College at Purdue University for his bachelors in Building Construction Management. He and his wife Jackie, have made a haven for their 5 kids, and 16 grandkids (and counting) to come home and make shaping childhood memories.
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Builder & Project Manager
Brett Steffen
Growing up in the farmlands, Brett spent his early years working winters on grain bins, and summers on his mowing business. At U of I he graduated with a Bachelors in Education while running his roofing business. After 6 years of running a real estate business overseas and growing a family of 5 he came home to say yes to his unfading love for construction.
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Carpenter
Caleb Roecker
Because of his passion for the hard work of carpentry Caleb forsook accounting and went for what he loves best. Caleb is a hard worker, attentive to details, and an excellent craftsman.
Bachelors in Finance and Agriculture
Illinois State University
Carpenter
Mitch Hoerr
Graduated from Richwoods High, this homegrown is beyond gifted at his trade. Mitch has an eye for detail and excellence. His modesty would hate for us to say it, but he is a true artist in his trade.
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Residential Designer
Jenny Jaeger
Having more than 2 decades of Residential Design experience, Jenny, has enjoyed living and working in the Peoria area with her husband of 20 years, Greg and their teenaged son, Tommy. When not designing Jenny is reading, cooking a new cuisine, or planning her next getaway.
Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies
University of Illinois-Urbana, Champaign 2023
Interior Designer
Liv Steffen
Graduated with Bachelors in Nursing, a mom of 5 kids, with a gifting for making spaces beautiful, Liv is wife to the Project Manager and Daughter of the Founder. Her main management position is on the home front, making her kids world bright and full.
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