ABOUT NERI
A family tradition of craftsmanship, built on trust
Founded in 1991, Neri, Inc. is your trusted partner for full-service home building and landscaping. We’ve grown alongside the families we serve in Crete, Illinois—creating spaces where life can unfold, traditions can flourish, and futures are built.
At Neri, Inc., every brick laid, garden planted, and blueprint drawn is part of a legacy. What began as founder Vincent's dream has grown into a family-run company committed to helping others create homes filled with warmth, resilience, and memory-making moments.
Our Story:
A Timeline of Growth and Grit
1991
Vincent Neri starts Vincent’s Landscaping right out of high school, mowing lawns and planting the seeds of a lifelong dream.
Jennifer joins Vincent at the business after joining in marriage.
2000
They welcome two children, Nick and Alyssa, who grow up surrounded by soil, sawdust, and the spirit of entrepreneurship. Family and business become inseparable.
Early 2000s
2010S
The business expands steadily. Vincent’s Landscaping became a trusted name in the industry, known for reliability, craftsmanship, and integrity.
Recognizing a growing need in the community, Vincent and Jennifer expand their offerings to include custom home building—creating not just backyards, but entire homes designed for life’s real moments. As a family business, everyone pitches in with the kids helping over the summers.
Late 2010s–Early 2020s
2020s
To better support seamless project management, Neri brings plumbing in-house, ensuring every phase of your home—from foundation to faucet—is handled with care.
2024
Their son, Nick, recently joined the company full-time after graduating high school, carrying on the family tradition. Having spent his summers learning alongside the landscaping team, he’s now preparing to lead that division, freeing Vincent to focus more fully on custom homes.
Your Forever Home, Without the Guesswork
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