About Van Wales
Meet Your Builder
30 Years of Integrity, One Home at a Time
When you choose Vanguard Custom Homes, you aren’t hiring a nameless corporation or a revolving door of project managers. You are partnering with me, Van Wales.
I’ve spent the last 30 years learning every facet of the Alabama home-building industry. While Vanguard Custom Homes is a modern company, it is built on old school principles:
communication, transparency, and a handshake that means something.
At Vanguard Custom Homes, we’re proud to combine generations of expertise with a modern touch, creating homes that are built to last. We invite you to explore our
portfolio and see how we can help you create your perfect space!
My Philosophy:
"I Build it Like I’m Building it for Myself"
This isn’t just a tagline; it’s the standard I live by on the job site every day.
- Zero Compromise: If I see something behind a wall that isn't right, I fix it then, not later. If I wouldn't accept a detail in my own home, I won't allow it in yours.
- The "Straight-Talk" Advantage: Most builders will say "yes" to every upgrade just to increase the contract price. I’m different. If you want to spend $10,000 on a specific upgrade that won't add a dime of resale value or structural integrity, I’m going to tell you. I believe my job is to be your consultant as much as your builder.
- Proactive Communication: No one likes surprises on a construction site. Whether the news is good or bad, I’ll be the one to tell you. I’m easily accessible and believe in reaching out before you even have to ask.
