Our Team

  • Dave Norton

    Dave is best known as “The Shiplap King.” He has an eye for design and detail. Carpentry has always been his avocation. He rebuilt his home in New York after numerous floods, and did a total renovation of his home in Grand Haven where he and his wife Jane enjoy their retirement.

  • Blake DeDoes

    Blake is a third generation builder with over 15 years of experience. He founded DeDoes Homes and Renovations in 2020 after a 14 year career with Grand Haven Township Fire Rescue (GHTFR). Blake's passion for building shines through everything he does. From the design and idea phase, to walking through final blueprints, framing, to final touches and move in day, Blake loves turning clients dream homes into reality. When Blake isn't working, he enjoys hunting, and spending time with his wife Stephanie and their three children. Together they enjoy boating, water sports, and traveling.

  • Nick VandenBrink

    Nick is a versatile craftsman and outdoorsman. With 15 years as a CNC Machinist and a former excavator, he found his passion in home renovations. Nick enjoys finish carpentry and power tools. His love for bow hunting, fishing and raising his 3 kids with his wife Melanie shines through his life's journey.

  • Tyler Sommers

    Tyler found joy in building at an early age. His father introduced him to the trade as a child and it has been his passion ever since. He enjoys the creativity and detailed work of building and renovating homes. Tyler also enjoys fishing, hiking, hunting, and spending time with his wife Emily.