Homes of Integrity is a designer and builder of premium quality custom homes. Since forming over 25 years ago, they have operated successfully within Essex County, Ontario, their business powered entirely by repeat clients, referrals, and word of mouth. Within their region, they have become known for delivering homes that combine beauty with functionality that reflect the individual wants and needs of their clients. They have earned that reputation by truly listening to their clients – by taking the time to understand how their families live and function and then guiding them step-by-step through a design-build process that concentrates on function, budget, and custom features. “Our clients ultimately choose us because of our unwavering commitment to quality, integrity and personalized service,” says Joanne Rivest, who founded and owns the company alongside her husband Jeff. “What sets us apart is our deep understanding of each client’s unique needs and our ability to translate that into a custom home that exceeds expectations,” she explains. “Our legacy as a family-owned business ensures that every project is handled with care and attention to detail, providing a seamless and satisfying homebuilding experience.” Jeff Rivest has been building all his life – his father was a builder, and most of his family are in the building trade, so “it was a very natural fit for him to become a custom home builder,” Joanne says, “and he was able to be mentored by some very popular builders in the area.” Following that mentorship, Jeff and Joanne started Homes of Integrity together in 1997. In the years since, the company has remained relatively consistent in terms of the scope of its work and the size of its business. From the start, they have OCTOBER 2024 Photographer: Aaron Galban, Real Estate Agent: Ruthann Osborne
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