Our mission is simple: Build right, build real, build with heart.
Founded by Jared Van Vegten, Happy Homes of Colorado is more than a construction company, it’s a trusted partner in transforming houses into joyful, lasting places to live. Based in Colorado Springs, Jared leads every project personally, combining hands-on expertise with a genuine commitment to client satisfaction.
At Happy Homes of Colorado, we deliver:

Jared is a licensed general contractor and the hands-on force behind Happy Homes of Colorado. With years of experience in residential building and remodeling, he brings a blend of construction skill, aesthetic sense, and rock-solid dependability to every job. He’s the guy who makes sure the framing is solid, the finishes are flawless, and the timeline is honored, while still greeting your dog by name and remembering your tile choice by heart.
Our full‑service approach covers everything from zoning and permits to clean-up and final walk-through. We manage every detail, so you can focus on what your home will feel like when it’s done.
We focus on:
We honor every element, from structural integrity to the smallest detail, ensuring your home looks stunning and functions flawlessly.
Your goals are our roadmap. We listen, adapt, and make sure every step makes sense, because building a home is a shared journey, not just a transaction.
We’re proud to call Colorado Springs home. Whether you're in Monument, Woodland Park, Peyton, Fountain or anywhere in between, we'll build your dreams.
Throughout the process, you’ll have access to Jared directly, no confusing chains of communication or pushy salespeople.
But, don’t just take our word for it.
Working with Jared at Happy Homes of Colorado has been a very pleasant experience. He does great work and goes above and beyond to make sure his customers are satisfied . Thank you, Jared.
Kirk C. Google ReviewJared was great to work with on this project. He had everything organized well and laid out for us. He had our scope of work coordinated with the homeowner and made it easy for us to get in and out with no issues.
Rick P. Google ReviewJared helped us with our project and did a fantastic job. He is very detailed and takes pride in his work. I highly recommend this company.
Jeremy S. Google ReviewJared does excellent work. He's thoughtful with an excellent eye for detail as well as being exceptionally knowledgeable. I highly recommend his services.
Damian P. Google ReviewJared did an excellent job and we are very happy with all the work that he was able to do for us!
Mason U. Google ReviewI had a closet installed that turned out great. The placement and finish work met my expectations. I would use Happy Homes again!
Jacquelyn W. Google ReviewIf you are looking for a licensed contractor who can bring a concept to fruition, on budget, timely, pull city permits, and bring amazing ideas to the table - then Jared is going to check every box. We had Jared remodel and enlarge a very worn out, moldy, gross basement bathroom and bedroom/office. He is willing to reuse items (doors, etc) to help with cost and came up with a great idea to create a double door into the office which we really like. He listens and accommodates - we wanted acoustic drywall on the ceiling - and he made it happen. He really works for you and keeps you informed about progress. There's no waiting on subs to do their job, it's all efficiently handled and seamless. Your project will take shape quickly as ours did - even with digging up floors and moving drains. Of course, with any remodel you can have problems once demolition gets underway, but you will find Jared is solutions-based. Nothing phases him! He is calm and so easy to work with. We hope to work with him again on other projects because he makes it so easy. He's a highly recommend in our books!
David & Julie P. Google ReviewExcellent results. Jared completed everything on time and even early! His work is amazing, his attention to detail & his skills are really top notch. Honest, reliable, and knowledgeable… very satisfied, and would recommend him without hesitation! Thanks, Jared😊
Gina T. Google ReviewWe recently used Jared and his team for two bathroom remodels, a small kitchen update, and various odds and ends around our house. We couldn’t be happier with the end result, and with Jared. His communication throughout the whole process was excellent. He went above and beyond to help us choose materials that we liked but fit within our budget. And when unexpected things popped up, he informed us ASAP and walked us through all the different options. He also made sure we were 100% happy and satisfied with his work in the end. We would happily use him again and highly recommend his company!
Marja A. Google ReviewI couldn’t ask for a better experience than the one I had with Jarod. We threw a lot at him from adding 2 bedrooms and a bathroom on our second floor to raising our family room to adding a playroom. With great detail and vision he went well beyond our expectations. He always made sure we were completely satisfied every step of the way. I would highly recommend him to anyone who needs a general contractor.
Diana P. Google ReviewJared is an amazing General Contractor. His attention to detail when working a project is exceptional, and he proposes work that will be right, rather than what is easiest. The biggest thing I appreciate is that he listens and thinks about the project. On a recent project he worked at my house, most other contractors wanted to do major excavation work so the could put in a pre-fab solution. Jared looked at what was there, and how to build something that made sense aesthetically and financially. He listened to my concerns and was thoughtful about how he addressed them. He also worked with me to hit a relatively aggressive timeline, so the project could be finished before new carpet went into a space, and worked with me to figure out what things I could DIY to control costs. Give him a call, you won’t regret it!
Peter M.G. Google ReviewWhether you’re dreaming of a custom home, reworking your kitchen, or adding a cozy new space, Jared and the Happy Homes team are here to guide you through every step, with experience, transparency, and enthusiasm.
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Jared was great to work with. I had kind of a small project, but was in a big time crunch. Jared ensured his part of my project would be complete within the timeline he said he would and he delivered, hugely! His work was great, contractors he had come in to help were just as great. Would highly recommend Jared to anyone and as a realtor, good/timely/fairly priced work is hard to find. I will definitely be using him on other projects. Don’t hesitate to hire him!
Enrique M. Google Review