Stebnitz Builders

Chris Stebnitz

At Stebnitz Builders, we feel it is important to keep our clients informed on all the opportunities and information available regarding home improvement and remodeling. As your remodeler of choice, we are committed to bringing you this level of communication.

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Sincerely,

Chris Stebnitz
Sales & Brand Manager/Owner
Stebnitz Builders, Inc.

Stebnitz Builders Wins the International Business Award: Interview with Dr. Barbara Pennington

Dr. Barb Penington presenting the award to Chris Stebnitz

What do Oprah Winfrey, S.C. Johnson and Delavan-based Stebnitz Builders have in common? Besides their Midwestern ties, they have all won awards from the International Listening Association (ILA).

Serving Walworth County area homeowners with services ranging from home repair to whole house remodeling, Stebnitz Builders joined this elite group by winning the 2007 ILA Award for Listening in the Business Sector. Owner Chris Stebnitz proudly accepted the award from his gracious nominator and satisfied client Dr. Barbara Penington; ILA member, professor of communication and chair of the Department of Communication at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. "The typical remodeler's focus is on design or saving money, but Stebnitz takes an entirely different tact; one people long for, but don't expect--listening," she emphasized.

Stebnitz expressed his appreciation not only for the award, but also for its origination. "Typically, contractors apply for various building and design awards based on projects they feel warrant recognition," Stebnitz explained. "Because a client initiated this nomination, we couldn't be more honored. The award validates our conviction that listening resonates with clients and staff, and adds significant value to the experiences our clients enjoy throughout their remodeling experience."

Regardless of position, each staff member receives training in the Stebnitz Builders Procedural Listening method. Stebnitz "first developed it for clients to ensure that their projects became what they wanted, not what our professional experience has led us to believe they should want. We listen, question, reflect and test to be sure we've heard what our clients have said. There's a reason behind the request and we use procedural listening to understand the underlying need, the dream, behind the initial request."

Today, procedural listening is fully integrated into--and even beyond--the firm's business culture. "These skills are not only put to use with our clients, but they have carried over to our everyday communication with each other in the office, with our trade contractors and suppliers and even with our own families. I know I am a better communicator because I'm a better listener. The benefits to that in life and business are immeasurable," said Stebnitz

Wine Tasting Winner

Sally Roth, of Lake Geneva, was the winner of the Stebnitz Builders drawing for a free wine tasting party! Sally won the drawing at the 2007 Lakeland Builders Association Home Expo at the Elkhorn High School.

Lego Lady

West Side elementary winners of the Stebnitz Builders "Junior Builder" award! Winners from left to right: Alex Jensen, Tom Griep, Chris and Grady Stebnitz, Zachary P.

Building Photo: West Side elementary students gather together after school to practice their building skills in preparation for the Stebnitz Builders "Junior Builder" contest.