Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Custom Home Builder in Idaho Falls
Founded in 1958, Skidmore has been designing and constructing custom homes and commercial buildings in East Idaho for over 60 years. As a family-owned business, we combine generational expertise with modern techniques to deliver quality craftsmanship tailored to client needs. Our process emphasizes accurate budgeting, transparent communication, and attention to detail, ensuring each project reflects both client vision and our commitment to excellence.With 600+ homes built and 23 commercial properties developed, we prioritize collaboration with skilled subcontractors and in-house designers to create enduring structures. Recognized by awards from the Better Business Bureau and East Idaho Home Builders Association, our team remains dedicated to advancing Idaho Falls' architectural landscape while maintaining a client-centric approach.
Services
Residential Home Building
Commercial Construction
Custom Design Services
Property Development
Office Space Leasing
Details
- Year established: 1958
Highlights and features
- We have over 60 years of local construction experience in East Idaho.
- Our family-owned business maintains generational craftsmanship standards.
- We provide transparent budgeting with accurate pricing before project start.
- Our team includes in-house designers and award-winning project managers.
- We offer full-service design-build process with online project tracking.
What people say
Quality guys to work with
Excellent workmanship
Unbelievable attention to detail
Professional builders
Most comfortable home
Services
Residential Home Building
We design and construct custom single-family homes tailored to client specifications. Our process includes architectural design, material selection, and project management from foundation to final walkthrough. With over 600 homes built since 1958, we specialize in creating energy-efficient, durable residences that maintain value over time.
Commercial Construction
We develop commercial properties including office spaces, retail centers, and medical facilities. Our services cover site selection, code compliance, and interior layout optimization for various business needs. We've completed 23 commercial buildings since 1958, with current leasing options available in Idaho Falls.
Custom Design Services
Our in-house design team creates customized floor plans for residential and commercial projects. Services include space planning, material selection coordination, and 3D visualization. We offer both full-service design-build packages and standalone plan development for client-contracted construction.
Property Development
We manage residential and commercial land development projects from concept to completion. This includes infrastructure planning, zoning compliance, and construction oversight. Our portfolio includes residential subdivisions and mixed-use commercial developments in Southeast Idaho.
Office Space Leasing
We offer flexible commercial leasing solutions with customizable spaces in Idaho Falls. Our properties accommodate medical offices, tech companies, and retail businesses, with available build-to-suit options and retrofitting services for specialized requirements.
People
Dick Skidmore
Founder
Founder of Skidmore Construction in 1958, Dick learned carpentry as a teenager and brought his farm-raised work ethic to Idaho Falls. He established the company's foundation in quality craftsmanship and community service.
BonAdell Skidmore
Co-Founder
Co-founder with a natural design eye, BonAdell influenced the company's aesthetic approach. She helped shape Skidmore's client-focused philosophy, ensuring homes balanced functionality with visual appeal.
Randy Skidmore
Owner
With 40+ years in the business, Randy transitioned from framing crew to project management. He specializes in residential development and maintains hands-on involvement in complex construction phases.
Brett Skidmore
Owner
Brett oversees commercial projects and design elements. Starting in finish carpentry, he developed expertise in translating client visions into detailed construction plans while maintaining quality standards.
Rick Skidmore
Sales and Marketing
Third-generation builder with business management expertise, Rick manages client relations and marketing. He combines construction knowledge with modern business strategies to expand Skidmore's market presence.
Questions
What areas do you serve for residential construction?
We primarily serve Idaho Falls and surrounding East Idaho areas, including the Southeast Foothills and Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
Do you offer commercial property leasing options?
Yes, we provide office and retail space leasing in Idaho Falls with flexible build-out options for businesses.
What is your design-build process?
Our process includes property consultation, custom plan design, budgeting, construction, and post-completion support with online project tracking.
Are financing options available for custom homes?
We assist clients in obtaining financing through reputable partners and provide accurate pricing to facilitate loan approvals.
What warranties do you offer?
We provide a one-year warranty on workmanship, with subcontractors offering additional coverage on specific systems.
Reviews (6)
David Eisenberg
Dec 15, 2020
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Great place to build a home for.your growing family. I'm not sure why it is coming up Skidmore Inc, when I type in Comora Loma. But it does. And I can't seem to change it from Skidmore to Comora Loma subdivision. I think Skidmore most of had a hand in developing Comora Loma. Or something like that.
Brad Christensen
May 29, 2018
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This is an excellent, well-established company that has been around a long time doing great commercial and residential development. They have contemporary style but a classic work-ethic.
Michelle Griffin
Apr 05, 2018
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Such an amazing company with friendly, down to earth and professional staff! I couldn't have asked for a better group of people to help organize and build our restaurant Sushi Time!
Khirra Taylor
Jan 28, 2018
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This company has done amazing work in Jackson Hole, WY! They build some of the best and most intricate wood works I have ever seen. There is a reason extraordinarily high end homes in Jackson will only trust Skidmore Inc for the job! Thank you Skidmore Inc!
Kerry Howell
Nov 25, 2017
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I built a Beautiful Custom Home through Skidmore Inc. Brett and Randy Skidmore and what a great experience that was for Our Family. Quality workmanship that is unsurpassed and unbelievable attention to detail. Many years (11) to be exact, our home is still the most comfortable, well designed home we could ask for. We built on Comore Loma, south east Foothills of Idaho Falls with Million Dollar views. Thank you Brett for all your attention and Hard Work.
Deborah Hill
Nov 03, 2017
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The Skidmore group did an awesome job at our new office, Bee Happy Pediatrics! They were so nice to work with and they did an excellent job on the construction of our office. Thank you!
