Falcon Alaska, LLC

Everyone always hears horror stories with home builders. I’m so excited to say that Falcon is NOT one of those. They were very professional, open, transparent, great communication throughout, kind, and very knowledgeable about the entire process. They helped design a truly custom home for our entire family, listened to all our concerns, and held themselves accountable for their product. The craftmanship within the home absolutely shows their pride and ability to build a wonderful and efficient home for their clients. I recommend Falcon to anyone I come across looking to build their dream custom home.

In Spring of 2024, Falcon Alaska remodeled my house roof, bringing it from an old and fragile flat roof to a well engineered, eye-pleasing shingled new one. Steven and Grant both visited my home enough times to carefully inspect the existing roof, foundation, interior structure and crawl space before giving me a final design and price.
I appreciated Falcon’s approach to this project. Throughout, I was advised of progress, and always given time to consider my choices. They had lifts and quality building materials delivered first. Then the crew came ready to start promptly at 7 AM each day; it was still dark at that hour so they came equipped with generators, cold weather gear and proper outdoor lighting. There were usually 3, sometimes 4, workers and they seemed to work as a team without a single moment of waste. I was amazed how fast tear down went and new roof, shingles, and insulation were added. Even neighbors commented how professional the speed and construction appeared.
A year later, I am still pleased with the quality and workmanship from Falcon Alaska. I recommend them to anyone in need of a trusted local construction company that operates efficiently and professionally.

We began our build process with Falcon Alaska in 2020. The staff was collaborative and enthusiastic, and able to incorporate all of our custom design ideas into our beautiful home. During the build, we were encouraged to stop by the work site and watch as the construction progressed. When we had questions or concerns, the Falcon staff addressed them promptly, in their typical friendly and knowledgeable fashion. Our finished house is stunning thanks to Falcon Alaska!

We loved working with Steve, Arlis, and Joe. They were easy to talk with, honest, and quickly responded to the questions and concerns we had with our home. Their build quality is excellent. We would use them again if we ever build another home. We have recommended them to several friends who were looking for a great builder.

They have been a great company to work with through the whole process and not as stressful as we thought it would be. Even the contractors that they got asked questions, if we came in while they were working. Everyone wanted to make sure that it is the way we would like the home. All follow-ups after it was built got addressed in a timely manner and had checkins if there wasn't anything said for a few months.

We had an incredible experience working with Falcon to build our home! From the very beginning, the design process was seamless and stress-free. They listened to our vision, offered budget minded solutions, and made sure every detail was taken care of.

What truly set them apart was their honesty and straightforward approach. Throughout the build, we always felt informed and confident, knowing there were no hidden surprises. The team communicated clearly, stayed on schedule, and delivered high-quality craftsmanship.

Building a house can feel overwhelming, but Falcon made it smooth and seamless. We couldn’t be happier with the result and highly recommend them to anyone looking for a trustworthy, skilled contractor!

We worked with Falcon (Then Wirtanen) to build a custom home in 2021. The folks at Wirtanen were a pleasure to work with (Especially Ross, Ryan, and Steven) throughout the process. Getting through any build process can be stressful and communication is key, and they excelled in this area. We are now 3 years in we are still very happy with our home and are very appreciative of their ability to navigate some of the unique challenges this build presented. Overall it was a great experience, and if a truly custom home is what you are looking for I highly recommend making Falcon/Wirtanen one of your options.

Falcon Alaska was great to work with. We took a long time deciding who we wanted to build our home and could not be happier with our decision. At no time during the whole process did we ever feel they were too busy for us. Ross and Steven specifically-were both amazing to deal with and we thank you both for that.

The whole process was amazing and we got what we wanted out of it. Something that really stood out with these guys was that when and if any issues arrived, they made it right. Whether it be something out of their control or not-the way they responded was top notch. That to us makes Falcon Alaska a first class builder.

For anyone who is looking to have their custom home built with quality, honesty, and attention to detail with a top notch builder, we could not recommend Falcon Alaska enough. Thank you guys for everything, it was a pleasure to work with you.

-Ashley and Justin.

We found a perfect piece of property and had a vision of building a small mountain modern home on it. Falcon was recommended to us by a friend and we were immediately impressed. We live out of state and Falcon made the project incredibly easy through design and construction.
Every question was answered promptly, the craftsmanship is fantastic and they've stayed in touch and made sure we are completely satisfied with the build.

We look forward to building another home with Falcon in the near future.

Falcon design and built our home in Palmer and the whole process went very smoothly. We live out of state so ability to virtual share design ideas and communicate well was of utmost importance to us and Flacon did an amazing job the whole time. Falcon was a pleasure to work with and we wouldn't hesitate to use them again or refer them to a friend.

FalconAK is the company others want to be. The dedication to quality, customer service, and attention to detail outclasses them all. I couldn't be more pleased with the outcome of the two projects Falcon completed for me. If you are looking for a company with employees who take pride in their work look no further than Falcon. Ross and Grant were great to work with and I would highly recommend contacting them before settling with anyone else.

Always quick with email responses and keeping me well informed! The best in the state HANDS DOWN. Everyone is also very friendly so that just made the decision to go with them even easier :)

When you wish you had a contractor that 1) listens to what you want, 2) incorporates your wishes into their design, 3) gets your approval on any changes without a lot of delays, 4) responds to your requests very quickly, (and I do mean 'very quickly') and - biggest of all - COMMUNICATES with you through the entire process ------ Falcon Alaska LLC is the contractor for you! They are like the dream contractor we all wish we had in the beginning! They did a fantastic job on our home and I would recommend them for anyone wanting a quality job, reasonably priced, on time, and with a fantastic crew!

The Falcon team was a pleasure to work with.
Everything is thoughtfully streamlined to make the entire experience a breeze.
The beginning of the process was a discussion with design team, site managers, and heads of company. Practical expectations were set and design aspirations were sussed out.
From there everything was then uploaded and managed through an easily accessible application on computer. This was very much appreciated, as it made reviewing designs and options super accessible at anytime day or night.

Communication was spot on and we were able to reach the project manager with questions and concerns easily. Response time was prompt and we felt heard.

Having Falcon manage the project was a relief as we had someone arranging the sub contracting and an experienced ear to bounce our many questions off of to get the guidance needed.

Would work with them again
Thanks Ross and Falcon team!

Our project was completed on time and on budget. We could not visit our project every day and sometimes not every week. For a family working remotely with a GC, the Falcon process worked so well for so many reasons. Before they broke ground, we made the majority of the decisions with the guidance of their design team. The entire design and build process was honest and transparent. Falcon built a beautiful home for us which we feel represents our family, our shared vision, and their craftsmanship. They really listened to us and then delivered on the plan. Whether future home builders are hands-on daily visitors or live out of state, the Falcon process will create the custom dream home! Falcon has our highest recommendation!

Falcon made the building process stress free. Every phase was carefully laid out and they met their estimated completion dates on each phase. There were no huge overage charges. The one minor unforeseen cost received our approval before they proceeded. Aleks is an excellent project manager and is on the ball. Falcon changed my mind about having a home built. They keep their word and do excellent work. The craftsmanship is superb. I love my new home and my husband is happy with his hangar.

If you are looking for quality construction, honesty and integrity in your builder, I would suggest you consider Falcon Alaska - Steven Wirtanen. My daughter had a home built by them and was extremely happy with the home and the experience. My experience with Steven Wirtanen is that he is an honest and kind man.

Gary Lehnhausen

Falcon did an excellent job with an office addition to our house.They were kept us up to date with when the different trades would be scheduled to work and changes to scheduling. I would highly recommend using them for any construction project.

Falcon Alaska is a great business to work with in Alaska. All of their guys are very responsive, and easy to work with. They showed up to our jobsite and got the work knocked out on time, and the work they did was very good quality. I highly recommend them for any concrete work you have to do. I look forward to doing more business with them in the future

We recently discovered the paint was flaking off our front door, evidently due to an error when it was originally painted. We contacted Falcon Alaska to see if the door was still under warranty as it had been six years since the house had been built. Because the door had been painted on-site it was no longer under warranty. However, we were told “…we would like to make sure you’re left with a solid product that will last for years to come” and they immediately contacted a painter to redo the door at no charge to us. Falcon was under no obligation to repair a door that they had installed and painted six years ago but they treated it like it was installed yesterday. This company takes pride in their work and stands behind it. Our thanks to Josh Dollick, Steven Wirtanen, and the rest of the folks at Falcon Alaska.

We bought an acre of land with spectacular views at the top of Maud and the Falcon team designed and built a house that was equally spectacular. This is the first house we have ever had built. We were apprehensive because you always hear how difficult the build process is. That was not our experience with Falcon. Adam and Grace worked with us to design the house we wanted. Aleks worked with everyone to get the house built ahead of schedule. Adam and Aleks responded to all my texts and were able to solve any problems that arose in a timely matter. Thank you so much Falcon!!!! We love your house.

Falcon Alaska designed and built our custom home during the 2021-2022 time frame that met and exceeded our expectations along every step of the process. The Falcon process was key to getting the dream house we wanted while managing our budget and schedule constraints. Working with Adam on the front-end loaded design and selection process was a pleasure. His key design insights, and supplier knowledge were invaluable to our decision making process and setting up a construction contract that was mutually agreeable. The handover to the construction team was seamless. Working with Josh and Aleks on a weekly basis, along with using their on-line project management software, enabled us to meet our move in schedule and minimize change orders. Falcon was highly responsive to all our needs and delivered a well-crafted and well-built beautiful home!

Steven was the only person out of 6 builders to even get back to me. He was honest and gave me the information I was needing, although not what I was hoping to hear. I greatly appreciate him taking the time to explain their process and they will be my first call when ready to build.

Falcon Alaska did what they said they'd do, and in a timely manor. When we went to frame on the foundation they poured, it was perfectly square. My company strives for quality and try our hardest to partner with like minded companies, which we did with Falcon.

From the very beginning of the home design process Steven Wirtanen and the team at Falcon Alaska were fully engaged. Despite the challenges of building through a global pandemic as well as from out of state our finished home has exceeded our expectations. We started with Ryan who listened, and drafted our ideas in to a build-able plan. He made a daunting process fun while also making strategic suggestions. We transitioned to Adam, who elevated our kitchen and bathroom design concepts in to a truly custom and beautiful existence. Ross, our project manager, kept our project on time and was always available for questions and updates. Although we faced increasing lumbar costs, supply, and labor challenges Wirtanen and team remained transparent throughout the entire process. We would definitely recommend them to friends and family and would absolutely work with them on future projects! Mary Kate and Lee

We went to Wirtanen with a very difficult lot in the middle of a pandemic. Despite the crazy circumstances, they built us the most gorgeous home we've ever lived in, all the while providing fantastic communication and showing integrity and a work ethic you just don't see often anymore. We really can't recommend them enough. Use this company to build your dream home - you won't be disappointed!

We had a very positive experience with our Wirtanen build project. We faced a lot of challenges building during the COVID pandemic, with price increases and difficulty accessing certain materials/items. Our project manager, Ryan, always kept us in the loop, which allowed us to consider our options and make informed decisions about things. Steven (the owner) called us routinely for check-ins and made himself available when we had additional questions or concerns.
Five out five star experience with this builder!

Rarely are you able to purchase a re-sale home without having to make any improvements....I mean absolutely zero! This has been our experience with Wirtanen Inc., builder of custom homes out of Palmer Alaska. We recently purchased a 3-year old home in Chugiak that Wirtanen built. When we first saw the home, and especially after moving in, the quality of construction and outstanding integrity of the home was evident. The upgrades and quality of building materials used was top notch, and the quality of construction and craftsmanship was second to none. We are thankful for the pride this builder takes in their work, and will enjoy this home for years to come. We feel very fortunate to have come upon such an amazing and quality property! Barry Rogers

We loved working with Wirtanen. They are an amazing team. We were able to come to them with a general idea of what we wanted and they worked with us to develop a beautiful home. They are patient, kind, hardworking, and trustworthy. When we did run into glitches they were quick to correct the issues and went out of their way to make sure we were happy. Our home is stunning and we are so happy that we worked with a builder we could trust and count on. We highly recommend working with Wirtanen Inc. There quality of work is outstanding.

Wirtanen was awesome to work with. The whole team is professional and responsive. From start to finish we felt taken care of. When problems arose they took responsibility and made sure we were happy. They have a higher building standard than any other builder we met with and their system from design to selections to building is easy to follow and very thorough. We highly recommend them.

We used Wirtanen Custom House to build our house. They designed our house from listening to our ideas and wants, they even added the weird angles my wife likes. We liked the fact that they had a computer model of our house on the land so we could see how it looked. The construction crew was great, they’d answer any question we had and always showed us what they were going to do next. Any problem that came up Wirtanen would be here on a couple of hours to fix it. We have recommended Wirtanen to all of our friends and some have used them. If I was ever to build another house it would be with Wirtanen.

We've been working with Wirtanen Custom Homes over the last 1.5 years, in preparation to build our new home. Although life circumstances have made us reevaluate and ultimately cancel our build, we have nothing but great things to say about Steven and his team.
Throughout the process, Steven was always quick to respond to our questions and concerns, always provided up-front, no-nonsense answers, and was not afraid to have the difficult conversations that are bound to come up with such a big investment.
Like most folks who are preparing to build, we had done extensive research on many builders within our area and reached out to most of them. But, it was the third party organizations (lending institutions, title companies, etc.) whose positive opinions really solidified our choice to work with Wirtanen. Working with Steven and his team has only further confirmed those statements.
If you're looking to build a custom home, we highly recommend that you look no further than Wirtanen Custom Homes.

When we presented a problem that was outside of what could be considered a traditional one, Steven came up with a plan that was acceptable and we moved forward. The Wirtanen team went out of the way to make sure our project was done correctly, on schedule and transparent. We now have a forever home that we tried to make happen for 5 years before meeting Steven.

My experience is in working as an appraiser with Steven on various home builds. The quality of his work is excellent, as is his integrity! If you want a truly craftsman-built home I can heartily recommend Wirtanen Inc.

It is our pleasure to work with Wirtanen! We perform the final clean on each of their beautiful homes. We see every square inch of each custom home they build and the quality is always top notch. The project managers are very kind and respectful towards the contractors on site, as well as with individual home owners. We highly recommend Wirtanen Custom Homes!

If you are considering building a custom home in Southcentral Alaska, I highly recommend Wirtanen Custom Homes/ Wirtanen, Inc. With a background in construction and 18 years as a real estate professional, I will only recommend to my clients builders I know to be trustworthy and reputable. The Wirtanen Team worked closely with my client, guiding them through the home building process, implementing many of the items on their wish list to create the home of their dreams.

Wirtanen utilizes design elements to create a safe and environmentally friendly home with the goal of maximizing the home’s energy efficiency and comfort year round. Equally important is the detailed approach Wirtanen provides in project management and value-engineering to ensure your home is built within budget and completed on time. Wirtanen provides transparency and a clear outline of what their client can expect during the entire process.

Wirtanen built our home, the experience was so good we reached out to them again when we built our shop. If we ever build again they will be our first phone call.

This company was great to work with throughout the construction process. They contracted with some really good companies who built us a wonderful home. The only issue we've had is getting warranty work completed. This, of course, had more to do with COVID than the fault of the company. They were and continue to be very respectful of their customers' fears and reservations pertaining to the spread of the virus. After moving in, we became aware of a few very minor issues which were all corrected (or are scheduled to be corrected.) I highly recommend Wirtanen for anyone wanting to build a really nice home.

We used Wirtanen to build our house six years ago. At the time, myself and several coworkers were building homes and when it was all done the one BIG difference between us was, We enjoyed our building experience and they all said they would never use their contractors again. I have since then recommended Wirtanen to several friends and colleagues and they too have been happy with Wirtanen. I believe that the best testament to how they handle business is in the fact that if we were building again, we would absolutely use Wirtanen.

William Wise

As a Real Estate Professional, I have utitlized Wirtanen Inc when questions arose on existing homes they have built, that are for sale.

I have found Steven to be extremely professional in all his dealings, communications and response time.

I have not represented a Buyer on a presale with Wirtanen and know Steven handles many of the buyers directly.

Never have I heard anything negative about a Wirtanen Custom Home. Everyone that owns or previously owns has positive things to say!

Setup and poured concrete aprons in front of my garage doors and a large patio in front of house. Also included in the project were 3 radius stairs leading to the front door. I verbally expressed what I wanted and how I wanted it to look. I am very pleased with the outcome

I was fortunate to be involved with a beautiful project that Wirtanen built. They came up with a home plan that was suited for the owners. All of the design elements were provided to make this a dream home for the owner. The home turned out wonderfully due to the customization that Wirtanen provides.

Steven and his team made working with Wirtanen an experience! We had contacted 32 builders in the area for a unique build and they all turned us down because it wasn't in their cookie-cutter menu. The Wirtanen team gladly took it on because it was different! The advice, planning and design input opened up so many affordable improvement oportunities we were astounded. If we build again it will definitely be with the Wirtanen team! Dewey and Rebecca Y

Wonderful folks to work with. They turned some raw land and poor drawings I did on a napkin into a beautiful home. Great craftsmanship and attention to detail make them stand out from other builders. Highly recommend.

Wirtanen Custom Homes built our dream home. They spent quality time with us drawing up our plans to make sure we would love every detail. Now we live in a home we have only ever dreamed of having. Our home is absolutely beautiful! The quality and craftsmanship put into our home is stellar. As a homeowner, you want the very best and that is what we received. Everyone who had a role in the construction of our home took pride in their profession. I will definitely recommend Wirtanen Custom Homes to anyone interested in building their dream home! Go to their websites gallery photos and see for yourself! You won't be disappointed.

Wirtanen built our custom home! They were fantastic to work with, as they are professional, build quality homes and have integrity. We tell everyone we know about Wirtanen. Building a custom home can be stressful, but we found the experience a pleasure and that is a direct result of how Wirtanen treats their customers. They are responsive, honest, and build their homes as if they are building for family. If you are looking for a high quality, custom home builder, you cannot go wrong with Wirtanen.

When our home was destroyed by fire, wirtanen Inc was a huge asset!
Arliss began drafting plans immediately, Steven lined up equipment to demo the the burned building, and progress was being made immediately!
6 months later we had a beautiful home.
The entire process was entirely professional with no surprises , the quality and workmanship was unbelievable and the pricing was fair.
We couldn’t have done it without them
Thanks WINC!!

We loved working with Wirtanen! They made it easy to check in on our house being built and check of what needed to get done next with the Buildertrend App they use. They understood our needs and the type of house we were looking for.

We have been in our Wirtanen home for 5 years now. During the build, we were impressed with the quality and attention to detail, and now with 5 years of use under us, we can still say the same! The building process was really smooth with no real conflict because the communications were top notch and responsive which enabled all potential concerns to be remedied immediately. Looking for a builder? Wirtanen is the only way to go.

I’m not generally one to take the time to leave reviews. However, our experience from start to finish with Wirtanen Inc. was truly exceptional. I had no clue custom home design/build could be so easy and enjoyable. Wirtanen’s have streamlined there building process and I was impressed with the efficiency and accuracy of literally every detail. There where no surprises along the way and we were met with timely prompt and professional service the whole way.

My house was built starting fall of 2019 and finished middle of March except of course for exterior painting and final grading. Painting was completed middle of June final grade yet to be completed. It is on the schedule. The people I dealt with at Wirtanen’s were all helpful, professional and very nice.
The entire building experience was an extremely non stressful undertaking. I was VERY impressed with the high level of competence during The whole process. Every single thing was gone over and I was always in the loop. The timelines for each step was on time or done early and I could feel free to contact my project manager at any time with any question which were always answered promptly. I have a beautiful new
home with very high quality and couldn’t be more pleased . I would highly recommend Wirtanen’s to build your house to anyone I promise you won’t be sorry .

I would like to say the house is great, they did a great job on the house but I well never use that type of decking again I well use Trex decking and have it screwed not nails.The home is beautiful.

Thank you Wirtanen for helping with my dream of building a house on the lake where I grew up. The process, the quality, the people were amazing -

From start to finish the Wirtanen team not only met but exceeded any of our expectations. We were living out of state, so starting a build and not being there made us nervous. All that anxiety went away once we started dealing with the team at Wirtanen. Professional, Responsive, Transparent and for us most importantly..... great communication back and forth between us during the whole build. We would recommend them and there product to anyone wanting to build there dream home and especially those hesitant because of being out of state or away for long periods of time. Your home couldn't be in better hands and care then Wirtanen Inc.

We met Steve last August on whim after seeing a parade of homes home. We decided to sell our house and talk to a couple builders. The first meeting is when we decided that we would use Wirtanen long term as we plan and execute our forever home. Up front he gave us amazing advice to not build right away so that we can better align ourselves for our ultimate vision. Right then, my husband and I realized the stand up guy he is and are very excited to work with him in the future. At the moment we are looking for land to invest in and he has bent over backwards to ensure that we are buying a viable piece of land that will work for our vision. 100% recommend Wirtanen. I recently saw a home 15 years later after they built it and oh my goodness the detail and sturdiness of the home even 15 years later solidified our desire to use them that much more.

When looking for a company to build our dream home Wirtanen Inc. understood our vision and very throughout in laying out the building process so it was easy for first time builders to understand. They were great at communicating throughout the whole process and the Buildtrend software made it extremely easy to understand the timeline and go through the selection process so everything was completed on time.

Hands down the best builders in Alaska!! Wirtanen pays attention to every detail of building homes and making your dream home possible. There is absolutely nothing they can’t do when it comes to customization. Another reason they are so wonderful to work with is the integrity they keep. Building a home can be very stressful but with Wirtanen there is virtually no stress.

Our Wirtanen home just went through a major earthquake and it held up great! It's a really solid home built to a high standard. We recommend Wirtanen custom homes to all our friends who are looking to get into a great house.

We are repeat customers and if we ever have another project we will use them a third time. I love our home and appreciate how well built it is more every year. We came in with a design we mostly liked off of the internet but had some special requirements for an additional attached apartment for the in laws. They started with that and turned it into a dream multigenerational home where everybody could be happy. I think about all the opinions and indecision and I’m very impressed that Arliss has the patience to draft a home that met everybodies wants and needs. I tell anybody thinking about building to at least meet with them, they will give you an honest opinion and an accurate price and timeline on your project.
John and Denise Evey

Wirtanen coordinated a winter build for us with very little lead time after authoring a final design that two licensed architects couldn't get right. Wirtanen was the only contractor who could match our design to our budget and made several critical design additions and suggestions which we are extremely pleased with. Wirtanen dug a well and septic completely on budget which was a nervous time for us. They surveyed the layout of the house perfectly, as evidenced by the beautiful light and mountain views throughout the house. They helped us bring the house to a 5 star plus energy rating with very little added expense to us. The appraisal, another very anxious process, came in ABOVE the project budget, which was pure magic. When the framing crew had scheduling problems, Wirtanen worked tirelessly to keep the project on schedule and diplomatically dealt with grumpy clients and framers alike and made sure to compensate us with any inconvenience by moving a window at no cost to us and other efforts. Their communication was fluid, frequent, respectful and lighthearted regardless of how busy things got. Our project manager is an excellent listener when it came to laying out the hundreds of lighting, plumbing and mechanical details and never once expressed frustration when we changed our minds. When it came to finish work, we were ecstatic with Wirtanen's custom doors and trim, the counters/vanities, the kitchen layout, the closets, tiling and lighting. They happily responded to what must have been 250 texts from us dealing with the minutiae and details of the finish work, once our project manager drove all the way from Sutton to investigate a problem on a day he planned to work from home and it probably wasn't easy to ask the subs and trades to return again and again to make the extremely fine tuned adjustments we repeatedly asked for.

Sometimes I get a sense that folks think a custom home builder is too high quality/custom/expensive for their budgets but I am convinced that in the end clients save thousands by having everything built right the first time, notwithstanding the immense psychological relief of not having to manage subs and trades.

Nine years now living in our Wirtanen home. Still so thankful we chose them to build it. Excellent communication, excellent product. Lots of moving parts building a custom home, a lot of potentially stressful decisions. We're still amazed how smoothly it went. We'd use Wirtanen again in a second. -Chris&Jamie

We had met with numerous builders with our building plans. From the first meeting with Wirtanen, we knew that they were the builders for us. They took our plans, ideas and desires and turned them into our dream home. Every step of the process was extremely easy. Their system they use is amazing so if you are away or can't be there everyday, you can login and see updated pictures. Wirtanen homes are truly custom, there is nothing cookie cutter about them. From the gorgeous wood work and special touches, I am so thankful that Wirtanen made our dream home into our reality. If you are looking for a custom home builder, you have found the right builder.

The guys at Wirtanen were amazing. From start to finished they helped us figure everything out. We have recommended them to all our friends, 3 whom took up that recommendation and had a gorgeous home of their own built. If we build again, Wirtanen will get that call. So happy with our home and the time and care put into it.