Reviews

How could I possibly review a business I myself haven't used? Because I've known Erich (and his Dad) for decades. I have visited many of their homes. Erich is a quintessential builder. He will never disappoint you; he will always deliver a superb home. He functions with know-how, integrity and enormous understanding of the stresses of building one's dream home. You will never regret hiring him.

PleinAire Design Group has successfully worked with Schafer Custom Homes. Erich understands that the landscape is not an afterthought. He appreciates the details that make a project stand out, and the design process that we go through with clients, to get them the project they envision.

Erich is always exceptional and intuitive about any issue, not just building. Talk to Erich and he will bring up relevant topics such as realistic pros and cons of a project and how to go about building it. He always has his thinking cap on and he listens. For example, I spent 2 years working with several local architects and engineers without any viable solutions to my project challenges. After one meeting with Erich, we had a viable solution which I took to the architect and engineer who agreed that it would work. I was then able to obtain all the necessary permits and approvals to perform the work. I was amazed at how quickly Erich was able to help me jump through all the hoops in order to complete my project. Looking back at everyone involved in this project, they all marveled at the cleverness and simplicity of Erich's approach to the project.

Great service! Erich is very professional and easy to work with.

Excellent Job! Erich really knows what he is doing. Very perfectionist and professional to work with! I worked with Erich on custom doors for one of his project and he knew what he is doing. very easy and detail oriented person.

Erich Schaefer and staff were a pleasure to work with, full of integrity, honesty and just pure hard working ethics to please their clients and others that become part of the journey. Highly recommend this team for your dream project! 5 Star business!

Erich is a very responsive home builder. He has built several homes for clients of studio 2G Architects. We find his process very organized which helps keep both clients and us abreast of the budget during the phases of the architectural design process. He consistently provides input during the design development phase based on his research whether it is for a material alternative of a different take on a certain detail. Heidi Gibson Partner studio 2G Architects

Erich's commitment to his craft and unwavering integrity makes working with him a pleasure!

Thinking about building a home? When I am in a place where the ideal home may not exist, I most often turn to my friend and master builder Erich Schaefer. Erich builds beautiful homes, some of the nicest on the Central Coast, and he is cost conscious and very ethical (he’s a business major from Cal Poly). But what has always worked for me is that he listens. Years ago, he developed a system that helps clients put their vision on the drawing board. He has learned to ask questions that people haven’t even thought of. I have been in several meetings when his clients have brought in plans or sketches, and after discussing their lifestyles and needs (not just current requirements, but their needs years from now), I have seen their plans completely change. Over the years, Erich has been my #1 builder resource for my clients looking to build a luxury home or do a major home remodel. Erich is very generous with his time and advice. If you are thinking of building a home, it is well worth your time to spend an hour with Erich … even if you don’t use him. Ask him for one of his building questionnaires. I guarantee it will raise thought provoking questions that have not occurred to you. Rob Feder Associate Broker, Patterson Realty

I have had the pleasure to work with Erich, on multiple projects, over the years. As an Architect, it is reassuring to know that the General Contractor, on your project, is professional, responsive, detailed oriented and provides a high level of quality work. He is a contractor that truly has the Client's best interest in mind and goes that extra mile on team work and collaboration which translates to a successful project. I can confidently recommend him to my Clients.