Why a Local Sioux Falls Home Builder Makes All the Difference

Key Takeaways

• Local expertise in Sioux Falls building codes, soil conditions, and permitting helps prevent delays and costly mistakes.
• A nearby office means faster communication and greater accountability throughout your project.
• Hjellming Construction’s three generations of family leadership reflect a legacy of trust built in this community since 1962.

When you’re planning a new home or a major remodel, who you build with matters just as much as what you build. Hjellming Construction has been part of the Sioux Falls community since 1962, and that local roots make a real difference in the way we design, plan, and build every project. 

Here’s why working with a local, family-owned builder is worth prioritizing when it’s time to invest in your home.

Local Knowledge Means Fewer Surprises

Sioux Falls soil conditions, seasonal weather swings, and city and county building codes all shape how a home should be designed and built. 

A builder rooted in this community understands these local factors firsthand, from frost depth requirements to permitting timelines specific to the Sioux Falls area. That experience helps prevent costly delays and design mistakes before they happen.

Faster Communication and Accountability

When your builder’s office is minutes away, communication happens quickly and in person when needed. Hjellming Construction is located just east of the I-29 Tea exit, making it easy for homeowners throughout Sioux Falls and the surrounding area to stop by, review plans, or check in on progress.

 Being local also means accountability; our reputation is built one Sioux Falls home at a time, and our large base of return clients and referrals reflects the trust we’ve earned over decades.

Supporting the Sioux Falls Community

Choosing a local builder keeps investment within the community. Local builders hire local tradespeople, work with local suppliers, and reinvest in the same neighborhoods where their clients live. Hjellming Construction is proud to be active in organizations like the Home Builders Association of the Sioux Empire, contributing to the standards and growth of the local building industry.

Over the years, Hjellming Construction has earned twenty Sioux Empire Home Builders Association Parade of Homes awards for outstanding home designs, and in 2023 was honored as a 60-year member of the HBASE. Scott Hjellming’s contributions to the local building community include being named Sioux Falls Home Builder of the Year in 1999, serving as HBASE President in 2002, receiving Presidential Appreciation Awards in 2006 and 2009, a 2007 nomination for South Dakota Home Builder of the Year, and induction into the HBASE Hall of Fame in 2018. He also served on the City of Sioux Falls Board of Adjustments from 2003 to 2009. Cory Hjellming carries that legacy forward as a National Delegate for the National Association of Home Builders, recipient of the 2019 HBASE Builder Member of the Year Award, and 2025 HBASE President.

Community involvement extends well beyond home building for the Hjellming family. Scott has served on the Board of Directors for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Dakota, and Hjellming Construction has continued its support of the organization for years. Most recently, Hjellming Construction led a kitchen remodel at the Ronald McDonald House near Sanford’s main campus, bringing a brighter, more efficient space to a facility that serves over 1,000 families a year. The project was featured on KELOLAND News, with Scott Hjellming speaking about the meaningful impact a functional, welcoming kitchen has for families going through a difficult time. You can read the full KELOLAND News article here to learn more about the project.

A Family Legacy Rooted in Sioux Falls

Hjellming Construction was founded in 1962 by Orlie Hjellming and has remained family-owned ever since. 

Today, the business is led by three generations of the Hjellming family: Scott Hjellming as President, his son Cory Hjellming as Vice President, and his son Bryan Hjellming serving as Treasurer and HR. This kind of hands-on, generational leadership is something you simply can’t replicate with a builder who doesn’t call Sioux Falls home.

Choose a Builder That Knows Sioux Falls

Whether you’re building your dream home or remodeling your current home, Hjellming Construction has the vision and expertise to turn your dream into reality. Contact our team to schedule your consultation, and let’s start planning your project together. We’re excited to see your vision.