Perry Homes Partners With Building Homes for Heroes
At Perry Homes, we have always held a firm belief in the importance of giving back to the communitiesin which we build. That is why we partnered with Building Homes for Heroes to construct a new homespecially designed and built for a local combat veteran. Learn more about the national non-profit and howwe are helping one of our nation’s heroes.
What Is Building Homes for Heroes?
Building Homes for Heroes isa national non-profit that builds and gifts mortgage-free homes to veterans and their families. In additionto completing home modifications, they provide further services along each veteran’s road torecovery to help them live a fulfilling life.
The idea for Building Homes for Heroes came shortly after founder Andy Pujol volunteered in thesearch and rescue that occurred in the days following the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Afterworking side-by-side with first responders, Pujol pledged to make the country a better place by servingour nation’s heroes.
Thirteen years later, Building Homes for Heroes has gifted over 225 homes to injured veterans. Withcontinued support from communities and corporations, the non-profit hopes to reach its300th home by 2021 and its 500th home by 2025.
A Home For Sgt. Kristopher Biggs
In August, Perry Homes teamed up with Building Homes for Heroes to break ground on a specializedhome for Army veteran Sgt. Kristopher Biggs, who was severely injured during his second tour in Iraq. Hewas awarded the Purple Heart, among other prestigious honors, for his dedication and service.
The new house — located in Wolf Ranch by HillwoodCommunities — will be built to accommodate the needs of Sgt. Biggs. The community, which sitsless than a mile from the intersection of Hwy 29 and I-35, offers residents easy access to trails, state-ofthe-art amenities and local retail. School-aged residents will attend highly-ranked schools in theGeorgetown ISD. Additionally, Wolf Ranch’s Lifestyle Director hosts several events for thecommunity throughout the year.
We are working closely with Hillwood Communities and Building Homes for Heroes to craft a 1,800-square-foot house that features three bedrooms and two bathrooms in addition to an extended coveredpatio backyard and private home office. Construction modifications will include custom kitchen cabinetry,wider hallways, an adapted primary bathroom shower and other safety features designed for Sgt. Biggs.The home is expected to be completed later this month.
“Perry Homes is honored to have the opportunity to construct a new, carefully-crafted homefor Sergeant Kristopher Biggs, a true American hero,” said Chris Little, Perry Homes City President,Austin/San Antonio, in a press release. “Perry Homes greatly values the sacrifice our servicemenand women make every day in this country and around the world. They represent one of our core‘Champion Charities.’ We are also excited to partner with Building Homes for Heroes andHillwood Communities to give back to this dedicated veteran, and hope it allows this Hero to have a morecomfortable, personalized living experience in his new home.”
Perry Homes is proud to be a part of such an amazing partnership with Building Homes for Heroes andto be able to use our 50+ years of building and design experience to custom build homes for disabledveterans. If you are on the hunt for a new home in Texas, Wolf Ranch may be the perfect fit! Explore Wolf Ranchfrom Perry Homes to find your dream home today!
About Perry Homes
Perry Homes is the largest woman-owned homebuilder and has established a Tradition of Excellence in homebuilding over the past 57 years. Family-owned and operated since the company’s inception in 1967, Perry Homes is committed to building quality, superior homes while providing first-class customer service before, during and after the construction of every Perry home. The homebuilder has earned a phenomenal reputation by evolving with the wants and needs of its 60,000+ customers, all while securing a 95% satisfaction rating*. With more than 450 new home designs, buyers will find a robust selection of quality standard features and design options in every Perry home that radiate elegance and sophistication, including soaring ceilings, gorgeous walls of windows, open concepts, and flexible spaces to fit any lifestyle. Perry Homes offers a variety of timeless and modern architectural concepts in over 100+ of the most sought-after communities throughout Austin, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Houston, and San Antonio. Perry Homes | Britton Homes is led by Executive Chair Kathy Perry Britton and Chief Executive Officer Todd Chachere. For more information, please visit www.perryhomes.com
* Since 2016, over 95% of homeowners who completed our New Homeowner Survey have rated their overall satisfaction as “Satisfied” or “Very Satisfied.” We send a New Homeowner Survey to the primary customer contact for every home between 30 and 60 days after closing.