About Caritas Builders
Since 1995, Caritas Builders has approached custom homes, remodels, and additions with a focus on thoughtful planning, strong communication, and attention to detail from the earliest design conversations through final completion.
We build homes that are meant to be lived in, not just photographed.
Why the Name Caritas Matters
The word Caritas is rooted in the idea of Christian charity, service, and care for others.
For us, that meaning extends beyond the name itself. It reflects how we approach our clients, our projects, and the responsibility that comes with building or remodeling someone’s home.
Construction is a technical process, but it is also personal. The way projects are managed, communicated, and carried through matters just as much as the finished result.
That mindset continues to shape how we work today.
Caritas Builders, Inc. is a family-owned and operated business based on Christian principles of honesty, transparency, and respect for one another.
Our “family” extends beyond blood relations to include all our employees and subcontractors, many of whom we have worked with for decades. These long-lasting relationships are a foundation to who we are as a company.
If you were to visit one of our job sites, you would find employees and subcontractors that have an intimate knowledge of the processes and a firm understanding of these core principles that arise from the longevity and familiarity of working together for so long. Just as we emphasize the importance of our relationships with our clients, so too we value and foster our relationships with our employees and subcontractors.
We believe that by putting in the work to build and maintain relationships is an essential element of what makes Caritas Builders stand apart from other design / build / remodel firms. We also put a great deal of emphasis on building those same types of relationships with our clients.
Our History
Since 1995, owner Matt Simones has been gaining first-hand knowledge of all aspects of the residential construction business.
He began as an apprentice framing carpenter and quickly worked through the ranks as a crew foreman, supervisor, project manager, and business owner. That field experience continues to shape how Caritas Builders approaches projects today.
The Caritas Builders team has extensive experience in custom home construction, additions, and remodeling, from the earliest planning and design stages through final completion and long-term follow-up.
Because of that experience, projects are approached with a practical understanding of how homes are actually built, how layouts function, and how details come together over time.
A Thoughtful Approach to Building
Every project starts differently.
Some clients come with completed plans. Others are still trying to figure out how they want the space to function. In either case, the process begins with listening first and understanding how the home will actually be used.
Our work is centered around:
- Functional layouts that support daily living
- Thoughtful design that balances appearance and practicality
- Problem solving during both planning and construction
- Long-term quality in materials and execution
- Clear communication throughout the project
Rather than chasing trends or overbuilding for the sake of appearance, we focus on creating spaces that feel intentional, usable, and built to last.
Meet the Team
Matt Simones
Owner
Matt leads the company with hands-on experience that comes directly from the field. His background across framing, supervision, project management, and construction oversight gives him a practical understanding of both the technical and day-to-day realities of residential building.
Jeff Korman
Project Manager
Jeff works closely with clients, subcontractors, and vendors throughout the construction process to help keep projects moving efficiently and communication clear.
Michelle Simones
Office Manager
Michelle helps oversee office operations, scheduling, and administrative coordination across projects and day-to-day business operations.
Rachel Brewer
Project Design & Development
Rachel works directly with clients during the planning and design phase to develop schematic layouts, bid plans, construction drawings, and design selections.
Noah Simones
Job Site Supervisor Assistant
Noah assists with job site organization, home protection, cleanup, and field support while continuing the next generation of the Caritas Builders tradition.
Michael Goblirsch
Job Supervisor
Michael works to manage and supervise construction projects, directly going to the job sites. He schedules the steps of the project, works with subcontractors to ensure that their work aligns with he needs of the project, provides guidance and delegates tasks, and works to resolve on-site issues.
Lily Olson
Marketing and Social Media Manager
Lily’s role as marketing and social media manager is primarily to create and schedule content for our social media channels, make regular updates to our website, monitor engagement across platforms, and generate leads to the business.
Our Process
Step 1 —
Discovery Meeting
After an initial phone conversation, Matt meets with clients either on-site or at the Caritas office to discuss ideas, goals, budget considerations, and overall project direction.
Step 2 —
Plan Development
If plans are not already complete, we help determine whether the project is best suited for our in-house drafting services or one of our architectural partners.
Step 3 —
Estimating
Once bid plans are completed, we begin assembling a project proposal. Revisions can be made to the plans or scope as needed until the project aligns with the client’s goals.
Step 4 —
Project Alignment
Before construction begins, final details surrounding scope, expectations, scheduling, and overall project direction are reviewed to make sure everyone is aligned moving forward.
Step 5 —
Contracts, Permits, and Selections
Contracts are finalized, permits are submitted, and material selections are completed. Whenever possible, selections are finalized early to help keep projects moving efficiently once construction begins.
Step 6 —
Construction
Construction is managed through JobTread project management software, helping clients stay informed throughout the process. Scheduling, communication, material coordination, and project oversight are handled closely by the Caritas team.
Step 7 —
Final Walk-Through
As the project nears completion, a final walk-through is completed to identify any remaining punch list items and ensure everything is completed properly.
Step 8 —
Ongoing Support
We remain available after project completion to answer questions, address concerns, and support clients long after construction is finished.
Building Homes Around Real Life
No two projects are exactly the same.
Some are custom homes built from the ground up. Others involve additions, remodels, or reworking existing spaces to better support the way a family lives.
In every case, the goal stays consistent:
to create spaces that function well, feel intentional, and hold up over time.
That comes through careful planning, strong communication, and attention to detail at every stage of the process.
