Our History

Julius Blum Builders Pioneers a Renaissance in Handcraftsmanship

In an age of prefabrication, Julius Blum Builders is a shining exception. How many builders today handcraft their own curved staircases, elliptical arches, custom entertainment centers, cabinetry, mantles and various moldings?

Julius Blum Builders operates their own 4,000 square foot woodworking mill where David Blum oversees production of the architectural millwork used in their homes. David Blum also supervises the Blum interior finish carpenters. Examples of the Blum’s woodworking capabilities are spectacularly displayed in their Portfolio of homes.

The Blum’s frame their own homes. David and his crew spend several days in the initial stages of framing to make certain the first floor deck is completely level and square. This benchmark of quality, once established, is carried throughout the rest of the home’s construction and becomes the standard to which all the trades strive to achieve.

“It’s not worth doing if it’s not worth doing right” is the attitude of Julius Blum Builders. By controlling the rough carpentry, interior finish carpentry and millwork, Julius Blum Builders is able to address and influence all details, which ensures a perfect end product.

The Blum Company maintains the highest standards of quality and offers the homebuyer unique features that have built the reputation of Blum Builders. Julius Blum taught his sons David and Jeffrey a lot about quality. He started his home building business in the ‘50s and then formed Julius Blum & Sons Builders in the ‘70s with his wife, Eva. David and Jeffrey have been actively involved since the mid ‘70s and late 80’s respectively. Furthermore, Jeffrey looks after the financial responsibilities of the company as well as customer relations. David graduated with a BA from the State University of New York at Buffalo and also took several graduate classes in Architecture. Jeffrey graduated with an accounting degree from the State University of New York at Albany.

Julius Blum Builders’ homes, which range from 3,000 square feet to over 10,000 square feet, can be found in many prestigious areas of Western New York including Clarence, Amherst, and Orchard Park. You may view their current building lot inventory and pricing in their Available Lots Portfolio. Home Buyers also contract the Blums to build on their own lots. A listing of current and recently completed homes can be seen here.

Julius Blum Builders depends on our reputation. Therefore, we continually endeavor to make our homes appreciate in value simply because they are Blum built. A large percentage of the current customer base is from past customer referrals. Please visit our Referral page to view a few of their client letters of recommendation.

“We do not rest on our past reputation, but constantly strive for perfection”

Jeff and David are pioneering a renaissance of quality in their family business. This brought a sense of pride and accomplishment to their father who saw the care taken by his sons, building the company, which bears his name.

The Blums have been Buffalo Niagara Builders Association (BNBA) members since the ‘70s. Eva Blum has served on the board of directors and Julius Blum Builders has been the recipient of the Builder of the Year award.