Our Core Principles

4th Gen’s commitment to Quality, Service, Integrity and Value is the underlying foundation upon which we were built.

Quality

We are dedicated to being an industry innovator, and are constantly focused on providing the highest quality homes.

Service

Customer service ranks as a number one priority for the Olivieri brothers. We are passionate about the smallest of details.

Integrity

The entire 4th Gen team is committed to doing the right thing for the right reason, even when no one is looking.

Value

At 4th Gen, we always strive to deliver the best possible home value to each of our customers.

Company History & Background

In the highly competitive home building industry, 4th Generation Home Builders has been proudly building homes since 1997, but its roots stretch back four generations. In 1928 the immigrant great-grandfather of John and Michael Olivieri established Olivieri Homes Corporation in New York. Both their grandfather and father continued the tradition here in Hampton Roads.

Today John and Michael are working hard to honor the high standards that have been associated with the Olivieri name. Quality, service, integrity, and value are the bench marks to which 4th Generation Home Builders adheres in building new homes. To that end, John Olivieri is a Certified Graduate Builder, having completed a course study through the Home Builders Institute. John also served as president of Tidewater Builder’s Association (TBA) in 2006.

Customer service ranks as a number one priority for the Olivieri brothers. They believe that good customer service is all about paying attention to the small details. That is why John and Michael meet regularly to discuss all elements of the homes they build and welcome feedback from homeowners. Whether 4th Generation Home Builders is building a 1,600 square foot home or a 5000 square foot home they approach each one with same care and quality. They continue to innovate through floor plan design, curb appeal, green building practices, low maintenance, and technology.

John and Michael are committed to continuing the Olivieri family’s tradition of building quality, attractive, and affordable homes. For them it’s a matter of integrity and pride; building you a home that you can count on and be proud of for years to come. 4th Generation Home Builders is in the business of making the dream of homeownership become a reality for you!


We provide you with a professional building energy performance report that measures the energy efficiency of your home using the industry standard HERS (Home Energy Rating System) index.

All 4G High Performance Homes are inspected and certified by an independent licensed HERS rater. Each home is required to have extensive inspection and testing of its building envelope, insulation, air sealing, and HVAC systems. This includes a pre-drywall inspection of the insulation and air sealing, windows, doors, and a total duct leakage test. A final inspection is done upon completion of the home which includes another duct leakage test and a blower door test to measure the overall air-tightness of the completed home.

Your 4G High Performance Home will not only save you money on your utility bills but it can also save you money on your taxes in select localities that have an Energy Efficient Building tax reduction program (see your Sales Agent for details).

We also incorporate many other energy saving features in our homes including High Efficiency HVAC systems, Programmable Thermostats, Natural Gas Heat and Hot Water (where available), Insulated Exterior Doors, Vinyl Windows with Low-E Glass, Polyseal and Caulk Air Filtration with R-15 Wall Insulation and  R-38 Attic insulation, and Water Saving Plumbing Fixtures.

Low Maintenance

All 4G High Performance Homes are designed with Low Maintenance in mind. We use products and features to reduce the amount of time and money you have to spend to maintain your new homes appearance and operation. These features include 30 Year Architectural Roof Shingles with Continuous Roof and Soffit Ventilation, Fiber Cement or Vinyl Siding with House Wrap, Vinyl Windows, Fiberglass Exterior Doors, Pre-Finished Insulated Steel Garage Doors, Concrete Driveways and patios (per plan), Solid Concrete Foundations (in select communities), Metal Wrapped Cornice and Vinyl Soffits, Aluminum Gutters and Downspouts, Granite Kitchen Countertops with Stainless Steel Sinks, Fiberglass Tubs and Showers, Stain Resistant Carpet, and Underground Utilities.

Environment

All 4G High Performance Homes are designed to reduce the effect on the environment using Green Building techniques. This includes features such as HERS Rating, HVAC systems that use CFC Free Refrigerants, Water Saving Plumbing Fixtures, Engineered Wood Products, Formaldehyde Free Insulation, Low VOC Paints and Sealants, Low VOC Flooring, Open Space Preservation, and Advanced Stormwater Management Practices.

Lifestyle

All 4G High Performance Homes are designed to meet any lifestyle. We have many floor plans and options to choose from whether you are a first time buyer looking for an affordable home or you are moving up to a larger luxury home. Our home designs incorporate all of the latest design features including Open Floor plans, Open kitchens with islands, Mudrooms and Drop Zones (on select plans), Flex space/home office, Large Master Bedrooms with walk in closets, Master baths with dual sinks and separate toilet compartments, ample closet and storage space, as well as many other customizable features.       

4th Generation Green Building Products