Rick Stevens
Everyone was great to work with, we haven’t had any problems since moving in. Love the house and the neighborhood!
Business ProfileHome Builders in Rockford, Illinois
Contry Homes
Contry Homes
Contry Homes builds custom homes and creates new-home communities in Rockford, serving Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin. Its floor plans offer opportunities for moderate customization.
Last Updated October 2, 2026.
Business Highlights
- The company says its founder, Joe Contarino, is a Rockford native with a background in civil engineering and real estate.
- Contry Homes describes itself as a trusted Northern Illinois name for over 40 years.
Service Area
Rockford, Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin.
Active Business Listing
Contry Homes is one of 8 home builders ProsGrade lists in Rockford, Illinois.
Active
Public local listing
Listing details
6 services listed, including Custom home design, Community selection and Budget planning. Open weekdays, closed on weekends. Rated 3.3 from 8 reviews.
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How This Business Compares
How Contry Homes compares with the other 7 home builders on ProsGrade in Rockford, using public Google ratings and review counts.
- One of 8 Rockford home builders on ProsGrade.
Services Covered
6 services- Custom home design
- Community selection
- Budget planning
- Virtual floorplan tours
- Construction managementFrom start to finish
- Temporary housing optionsDuring the build
Reviews
What customers say
Customers speak positively about the homes and floor plans, with one reviewer also commending the team's professionalism. A customer reported post-closing work that remained unfinished, including items still unfixed, and said the company did not follow up on its one-year warranty as claimed.
Customer Reviews
Michael Horkan
I’ve never written a google review in my life, but I feel the need to on this company save others time and money. Do not build with Contry Homes/New Leaf. It’s laughable how they treat their customers post sale. We had roughly $50k of work that needed to be completed post closing, and some of which we had to force the issue to sub contractors because Contry homes doesn’t hold anyone accountable. This included- Driveway, walkway, landscape, electrical, plumbing and drywall/insulation… some of it still is not fixed. They do not follow up on their 1 yr warranty as they claim they will. This was our first home building experience and it was not a pleasant one. I’m writing this 20 months after closing. Use your hard earned dollars with a more reputable builder. Joe Contarino should be ashamed to have his name on these projects. I’ve try to get his number to contact him but he doesn’t give out his phone number to realtors, which is a huge red flag.
DEOYANI DANDHARE
Best place to visit you will get the best experience
Alice Harris
Have nice floor plans and builds a nice house. But it takes way to long for anyone to get back to you with questions. Need more hrlpin the office
Garrett Nettz
Very professional group to work with and they build a great, solid home!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are Contry Homes' model homes open on weekends?
Yes. Its model homes are open every weekend.