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About Us

Trusted Builders in the Sioux Empire

Our members are experts in building and repairing homes and commercial properties in Sioux Falls and the surrounding region. Start your home building or remodeling project with a firm foundation: a trustworthy local contractor. 

Every member is committed to following our code of ethics. When you choose a BASE builder, you can trust they’ll be professional and ethical, use quality materials, and stay up to date on rules and regulations for your building project.

About the Builders Association of the Sioux Empire

The Builders Association of the Sioux Empire has been responsibly meeting the building needs of the Sioux Empire since 1956. We do this by engaging our membership of builders, remodelers, contractors, and service providers in all aspects of the building industry.

We’re here to ensure the building industry thrives as the Sioux Empire grows. Whether they’re engaged in commercial building or constructing new homes, our members benefit from networking, up-to-date industry information, promotional opportunities, industry discounts and workforce training. 

If you’re a local builder, service provider, contractor, or other industry worker, become a member to start enjoying business support and professional growth!

Building Resources

Get the latest updates on building regulations and tips for successful projects on our news page.

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The BASE Care Foundation

Our members give back to the community through the Builders of the Sioux Empire Care Foundation. The Care Foundation funds:

Repair Affair

Housing-related community service projects

Scholarships and Grants

Financial support for students going into the building trades

Workforce Development Grant

Industry-related educational programs

Support the BASE Care Foundation

Your donation to the BASE Care Foundation keeps our workforce strong.

Our Team

Staff Members

Teddi Mueller

Executive Vice President

Todd Anawski

Government Affairs Director

Lisa Contreras

Membership & Events Director

Marissa Bertram

Social Media & Communications Director

President

Joel Ingle
C-Lemme Companies

First Vice President

Cory Hjellming
Hjellming Construction

Second Vice President

Craig Wynia
Red Rock Builders

Associate Vice-President

Adam Balding
Budget Blinds of Sioux Falls

Secretary

Sabrina Meierhenry
Land Title Guaranty

Treasurer

Jim Dunham
Jim Dunham & Associates

Past President

Doug Top
Top Construction

Jon Beatch
Beatch Construction

Ryan Brouwer
Choice Builders

Erik Christensen
Trademark Homes Incorporated

Kyle Cosand
Cosand Construction

Jesse Deffenbaugh
Deffenbaugh Homes

Tom DeHaven
CorTrust Mortgage

Will DeWitt
Concrete Outdoor Living

Daniel Glammeier
Glammeier Homes

Kris Graff
Graff Insurance Agency

Julie Redlin
Rainbow International

Ruth Ann Scott
The Living Door

Cory Hjellming
Hjellming Construction Co.

Brad Mair
A-Plus Construction

Preston Mettler
First Choice Development

Russ Pies
Builders FirstSource

SDHBA National Associate Delegate

Candi Menke
Black Hills Federal Credit Union

SDHBA National Builder Delegate

Peter Ronning
Ronning Companies

SDHBA State Representative for SD

Jordan Hefner
Hefner Construction