Keith Sawlor Receives Leo Senz Lifetime Achievement Award | Sawlor Built Homes

Keith Sawlor, March 31, 2026 Featured Post

A Moment of Gratitude

Sawlor Built Homes is proud to share that our president, Keith Sawlor, was recently honoured with the Leo Senz Lifetime Achievement Award at the Kohltech Peak Awards, presented by the Canadian Home Builders' Association Nova Scotia. Below, Keith shares a short reflection on the journey, the people who made it possible, and the legacy of Sawlor Built Homes.

A Message from Keith

Recently, I had the honour of receiving the Leo Senz Lifetime Achievement Award at the Kohltech Peak Awards. Being recognized by peers in an industry I’ve dedicated my life to means a great deal. I would like to sincerely thank the Canadian Home Builders' Association Nova Scotia and the Senz family for this recognition.

Our company was founded in 1969 by my parents, Doug and Melva Sawlor. Their values—hard work, integrity, and doing right by people—continue to guide everything we do today. Since taking ownership of the company in 1996 alongside my wife Debbie, we’ve focused on building on that foundation—not just creating custom homes, but delivering a level of care and experience that exceeds our clients’ expectations.

Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of working with many incredible people. Our team—past and present—has helped shape who we are. I would also like to recognize Jessica, Donny, and Kevin—thank you. Not just for the work you do, but for the pride you bring to it every day. As the industry has evolved, so have we, and I’m proud to be surrounded by a team today that continues to raise the bar. It’s also incredibly meaningful to see our children, Kaila and Brett, stepping into the business as the third generation.

Most importantly, thank you to our clients, trade partners, and industry colleagues. The homes we build matter—but the relationships we build along the way matter even more.

Thank you to everyone who has been part of the journey.

— Keith Sawlor

Keith Sawlor

Keith Sawlor is the second generation Owner of Sawlor Built Homes. With more than 35 years experience building custom homes in Nova Scotia, Keith has built a team that mirrors his professional knowledge and values.

Keith is a Certified Residential Builder who is also certified with many leading industry organizations. He is a Passive House Institute US (PHIUS) Certified Builder, a Net Zero Energy (NZE) Certified Builder, a Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) R-2000 Certified Builder, and a Certified Aging in Place Specialist (CAPS).

Keith is a Past Board Member of the Atlantic Home Warranty Program as well as the Canadian Home Builders' Association Nova Scotia. He is involved in many other industry programs and associations, such as the Canadian Home Builders’ Association National and Better Business Bureau.