O U R  H I S T O R Y

Family owned and operated for over 100 years. ​

Our ancestors were one of the first settlers in the Niagara and Erie counties, and they helped with the construction of St. John the Baptist Chapel dedicated to the Blessed John Neuman. David Knab, president since 1980, has served on the Ken-ton Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, as vice president and president of a local ski club, and on various subcommittees serving the community.
Knabuilders is a member of the Niagara Falls Business Association, and we are also a member of the Home Council, listed as a certified contractor. Knabuilders, Inc. is licensed in Niagara Falls, Buffalo, Amherst, the Tonawandas, and all other city municipalities in Erie and Niagara Counties. Whenever possible, we educate our staff and become certified installers of the many products we recommend and install including windows, counters, solid surfaces, cabinets, and many more.

The evolution of modern construction.

For generations the Knab family has been a leader in utilizing the latest technologies available in the construction industry. From some of the earliest power equipment like the innovative Steam Shovel "that allowed a modern machine to do the labor of hundreds of strong, men!" Today you will find at any Knabuilders jobsite craftsman utilizing the newest, up-to-date tools and equipment available in the construction industry.

T H E   T E A M

Our people who make the difference

Dave Knab - Owner / President
As the current Knabuilders owner, Dave likes to be involved in all projects. Many of Dave’s personal projects have a contemporary flare, though he enjoys working on all styles and scales of projects. When he is not in the office on or a job site, Dave enjoys his hobbies; boating, building tree houses for the grand kids, wake boarding and doing  volunteer work for the community.

Jamie Q - Foreman
Jamie is a valued member of the Knabuilders crew, and one of our new up and coming foreman. A long background in construction has trained him to be a skilled foreman and takes pride in his craftsmanship. Jamie also likes to spend time outdoors and go camping with his dog Oliver.

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Bob L 
Bob has been with Knabuilders for over 25 years. He is a diligent worker continuing in his retirement years and is one of our best painters drywallers! Bob enjoys classic rock music, a drummer in a local Blues band, and tending to his extensive vegetable garden.

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Mike G: Mike ( senior foreman) is a skilled and talented crew member, Often seen doing tile and other finish work, Mike makes an effort to address the details on a project. Mike loves riding his lime green motorcycle in his free time.

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Noah W:  Noah is one of our newest crew members. As an engineering student he has a talent for understanding how things work and operate. When Noah isn’t on site he enjoys listening to music or building Arcs. 

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Barb S.: As our senior office manager for 15+ years, Barb has a profound understanding of daily activities and procedures. She is well loved and valued here at Knabuilders during her retirement years!

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Dave D. : Our project estimator/ manger,  greeting people for the firs time to review the scope of work to get an accurate estimate out to the client.  On his free time spends time researching new product and ideas.

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Aaron R: Our IT specialist, Aaron manages all of our computers and devices to assure a smooth workflow to all of us at Knabuilders