Mike Howe Builders, Inc.

Mike Howe Builders, Inc. is a construction company in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, specializing in custom home building, residential remodeling, and adaptive reuse of historic industrial spaces. Serving homeowners, investors, and commercial clients across the region, the company offers full-service project management from initial design and budget planning to final construction and closing. With a focus on craftsmanship and client collaboration, Mike Howe Builders delivers high-quality results on projects ranging from modern style homes with panoramic river views to fully renovated historic buildings. The company maintains a 4.60 rating based on customer reviews, reflecting consistent satisfaction with communication, quality, and attention to detail.

The business emphasizes a personalized approach, guiding clients through every phase of their project, from design and material selection to construction and finishing touches. Founder Mike Howe, with over 26 years of experience, leads a team of skilled professionals including lead carpenters, estimators, painters, and laborers, supported by trusted subcontractors. The company is known for repurposing aging structures with modern functionality while preserving original architectural elements, such as salvaged metal ceilings and historic wood flooring. Notable projects include transforming an 1850s industrial building into a luxury downtown condo and constructing a secluded modern home with custom Italian tile and glass railings overlooking the Branch River.

Located on Viebahn Street, the business sits just a short walk from the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, Manitowoc Campus, and its adjacent library and gymnasium, within a half-mile radius of the University Theater and Silver Creek. The area’s proximity to green spaces like the South 14th Street Community Garden and the scenic Manitowoc River adds to the local character.

Mike Howe Builders is recognized for its strong reputation, consistent client satisfaction, and deep community involvement, including volunteer work on the Schuette Park Ice Age Trail Observation Platform and the community garden. The company’s well-documented online presence and clean, accessible website reflect its professionalism and commitment to transparency.

As a trusted builder in Manitowoc, Mike Howe Builders combines craftsmanship, innovation, and local pride to bring distinctive, enduring spaces to life.