A Nu Vision

The innovative home remodeling projects of Kizys NuVision Construction attract some of Northeast Ohio’s most discriminating home-owners.

By: Ken McEntee
Date: 04/23/2009
Don Kizys has built new homes, new kitchens, new rooms and new decks.

But what he is most proud of building over his 22 years in the construction business is the trust of his customers.

Don, owner of Kizys NuVision Construction, in Hinckley, says relationship building is becoming a lost art in the construction business.

“Too many people are looking to make a quick sale and get out of there as quickly as possible,” he laments. “I always make sure my customers are completely happy when we finish a project. That way I know they’ll call us for their next project. Ninety-percent of our work comes from past customers, or people who have been referred by previous customers. Most of the new homes we’ve built have been for people we had previously done remodeling jobs for.”

That was the case for John and Lynda Sims, who recently moved into their stately 8,000 square foot castle-inspired dream home, overlooking a lake in Hinckley.

“We did remodeling work on their house in Broadview Heights,” Don says. “They called on us to design and build their new home.”

Whether it’s a brand new home, a new deck or replacement windows, Don offers turnkey service from project design to finishing.

“Custom design is where we really stand out,” Don says. “Typical contractors will sell you a cookie cutter design. They want to sell you the same square deck they build for everybody else. We want to create a project that is a perfect fit for your home and your tastes. We do all aspects of home improvement from start to finish and pay close attention to detail.”

NuVision also has a cabinet shop and provides solid surface counter tops.

Don’s wife, Connie, who runs the office and handles scheduling for the business, says Don has a knack for envisioning innovative possibilities and outcomes of remodeling projects and room additions. Hence the name, NuVision Construction.

“The most important thing is listening to my customers to find out exactly what they want,” Don says. “Most of the time they are looking for ideas. With my experience and creativity, I have a good sense of what will work and what won’t, so I can make some helpful suggestions. In the end, it’s the customer’s decision. My goal is for the customer to be completely happy when the job is finished.”

Like most home contractors, Don always loved working with his hands. That, and his passion for math steered him into the construction business, and it shows in his unique design work.

“In school I was fascinated with calculating and measuring angles,” he recalls. “I did construction work during evenings and summers, and somebody suggested that I would be a good instructor.”
That led to his job as head of carpentry at Great Lakes Technical Institute. Class projects included building homes in Cleveland’s inner city.

“It was a great experience,” Don says. “But I decided that I wanted to be outside on the job instead of being inside a classroom, so I started my own construction business.”
Kizys Construction began doing mostly roofing jobs and expanded from there. NuVision continues to provide roofing solutions based upon a foundation of excellence utilizing their own unique system from start to finish.

Today, the company offers services for all home improvement needs under one roof, including kitchen and basement renovation, plumbing, electrical and masonry work, decks and gazebos, siding and replacement windows, and additions.

“I feel that people spend a lot of money making their homes the way they want them,” Don explains. “That’s why I make sure the job is done to my expectations. If it meets my high expectations, I know it will exceed the customer’s expectations. I will make sure your project is completed in a timely fashion and the job will be done right.”

Along with a highly qualified team of workers, Don works with reliable veteran electricians, plumbers, masons and other skilled tradesmen to handle specialty work.

“I have been working with the same guys since I started the business in 1988,” Don says. “They are the best around and we trust each other. I am always assured that their work is going to be done with the highest quality and professionalism.”

Connie notes that Kizys NuVision Construction is a member of the Akron Better Business Bureau and has never had a complaint.

You can set up a no-obligation estimate with Kizys NuVision Construction by calling 330-278-2825, or sending an e-mail to don@kizys.com. Their website, www.Kizys.com, features photos of many construction projects.

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