Our Story
Northen Utah's Custom Home Builder
The story of Homestead Build Co. begins long before our first hammer swung.
James Woolstenhulme, a pioneer from Lancashire, England, arrived in this valley in 1865, He helped build the early fort in the valley and later established a sawmill and homestead there. Generations later, his descendant and our founder carries on that same spirit, raising homes for the community he grew up in, guided by the same values of grit, family, and respect for the land.
American Arrival
1865
James Woolstenhulme arrives in this valley and built the Woolstenhulme family homestead.
Grandfather's Birth
1907
Wallace "Wally" Elmo Woolstenhulme was born in 1909 in the home of his grandfather, James Woolstenhulme.
Family Farm
1917
While attending high school in Kamas, Wally would milk 20 head of cattle before school and tend to the farm. Learning the importance of hard work and respecting the land.
The Ranch
1926
Wally was employed at the Brooklawn Ranch. He milked cows and took care of several head of beef cattle.
The Oakley Rodeo
1930
The World Famous Oakley Rodeo was begun by Elmo Woolstenhulme, Sam and Lyle Wilde and Paul Hortin.
Pops Is Born
1936
Paul James Woolstenhulme is born to Wally and Hazel. Paul is the father of our founder, Kent Woolstenhulme.
Construction
1973
Paul Woolstenhulme starts his construction business, serving the electrical needs of Summit County, Utah.
The Family Business
1991
Kent Woolstenhulme joins his father's business, Paul's Electric Company.
Custom Homes
2014
After more than two decades of working in construction, Kent started his custom home construction company.
Business Partners
2015
Kent and Kennie started an education business together, and found out they really like working together. Which leads them to partner in home building.
Homestead
2026
Today Homestead Build Co. is building homes throughout Wasatch and Summit County. The name is a nod to generations past, and the legacy of the families in this valley.
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