Builder Profile

AAA Homes of MS, LLC

The developers of Pecan Lakes, Gary Fordham and David Thompson, chose to further ensure Pecan Lakes customers the highest quality homes, the latest design elements, customer satisfaction, and responsive service after the sale, by forming AAA Homes. In concert with former Pecan Lakes Preferred Builder, Everett Construction, Inc., they formed one construction company, AAA Homes. Combining Everett’s construction and coordination skills with Fordham-Thompson’s innovation and housing trend knowledge will ensure even greater benefits to Pecan Lakes.

Lee Everett grew up in the construction industry and carries the family’s traditions with great pride. He has been involved in practically every facet of construction in both Forrest and Lamar counties over the past 15 years. Lee saw at a young age the importance of quality workmanship and customer satisfaction. Lee says, “Quality is in the details. Customer satisfaction is in the inspection and follow-up.”

Fordham-Thompson has the capability and desire to stay on the cutting edge of the latest elements in the housing industry. They are always looking for new and improved ways to provide convenience, safety, and savings to their consumers. This is obvious when simply driving through Pecan Lakes. The community design, housing elements, and community amenities send a message of sound investment, security and forward thinking.

Best in Mississippi

Each home in Pecan Lakes is built by the craftsmen of AAA Homes of MS, LLC, the 2008 Award Winner for "Best in Mississippi" presented annually by the Homebuilders Association of Mississippi. The very same men and women who proudly displayed their skills and won our states most prestigious and coveted award are the people who build in our Pecan Lakes communities every day.

"Best in Mississippi" 2008 Award Winner

The AAA Homes of MS, LLC team of David Thompson, Lee Everett and Gary Fordham claimed the statewide prestigious HBAM 2008 "Best in Mississippi" Award for Best Single Family Spec Home 2,501-4,999 sq ft for Chateaubriant at Backwater. They were recognized in Mississippi Magazine May 2009 for their deserved accomplishment. The Award Winning home seen below, Chateaubriant of Backwater, was utilized by AAA Homes as a "test kitchen" to pilot their "built enviro-green friendly" construction standards and what is now the new SecuriSavePlus energy package.

AAA Homes of MS has earned an excellent reputation by offering highest quality homes, great value, latest design elements with Enviro-Green Friendly construction and customer satisfaction through responsive after sale service. Combining Everett's construction skills with Fordham-Thompson's innovation and housing trend knowledge ensures greater home benefits for our Owners.

AAA Homes of MS is leading the curve in building "green" homes throughout the Hattiesburg market. Thompson said, "Many people expect to see "Green homes" in the upper price ranges of $400K and higher. They are pleasantly surprised that they can purchase a "Green home" in Pecan Lakes that is safe and environmentally friendly for their family at very affordable prices. With our new designs and green standards we can save our homebuyers thousands over the years to come."

Wendy Gay, licensed Realtor at Pecan Lakes says, "It is so nice to sell our new "Green homes" by AAA Homes of MS. Their systems are designed to take the headaches and stress out of homebuilding. I like that they build every home in Pecan Lakes. I get to know the home designers and all of the sub-contractors personally. They know our high standards and they consistently deliver."

AAA Homes of MS, LLC also holds the distinction as a Certified Professional Builder. Participants in the Certified Professional Builder program have agreed to meet the following standards, which are well above the requirements for licensing in the State of Mississippi:

• Must be licensed by the Mississippi State Board of Contractors.
• Must have built no less than ten homes.
• Main occupation must be home building or industry-related, subject to approval by the CPB committee.
• Must offer binding arbitration with their new homes.
• Must maintain appropriate insurance coverage including builders risk, general liability, and workers' compensation.
• Must be a member of the local or State of Mississippi Home Builders Association.
• Must apply for recertification annually.
• Must adhere to the National Association of Home Builders Code of Ethics.
• Must attend four hours of continuing education each year for recertification.
• Must adhere to the guidelines adopted by the Mississippi Housing Institute in the Homeowners Handbook to ensure customer satisfaction and the integrity of the Program.
• Letters of reference must accompany the application: two homebuyers, one banker, and two business associates.