Straightline General Contractors, Inc. is committed to building long-term relationships based on integrity, performance, value, and client satisfaction.
With more than 21 years of experience in planning, developing and managing construction projects. Derek J. Acker has the skills and knowledge to guide your unique project.
Derek has been in the construction industry since 1994. He graduated from Antioch University with a degree in Organizational Management. While attending Antioch University he was the lead superintendent for a custom residential home builder. After graduating, Derek started his own successful high-end residential construction company in Santa Barbara, California. He decided to relocate to the Buffalo area, where his wife was born and raised, to be closer to family. He now resides in South Wales with his wife and three sons.
Founded in 2006, Straight Line General Contractors, Inc. specializes in Commercial and high-end residential construction and development. Over the past few years Straight Line has evolved into the premier, custom contracting company in the Greater Buffalo area, with a refined workforce of 12 employees.
In addition to building custom luxury homes Derek is committed to community involvement. He currently assists the East Aurora Boys and Girls Club, the local tennis community, supports numerous local youth leagues and has run Habitat for Humanity projects. Derek was awarded man of the year for 2012 by the Boys and Girls Club of East Aurora.
KIM RATHBURN
Office Manager
KIM RATHBURN
Office Manager
Kim joined the Straight Line team in March of 2012. Kim returned to Buffalo in 2011 after residing in Florida for 25 years. She is a mother of three. Kim manages the daily operations of the office.
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Derek is an outstanding contractor. Straight line Construction has helped renovate several of my Ea rental homes and the work has always been top quality. He is very knowledgeable about different product lines and has always delivered superior service. Would highly recommend!
P. Zagrobelny
Straightline does top quality work. They have worked on my mom’s home several times and were always on time, polite, and professional. Older homes sometimes present unknown problems, and Derek and his staff were always upfront and on top of it. I recommend them highly.
M. Szafinicki
I’ve known Derek for several years and his workmanship has been way above standard. He has taken pride in every last detail of the construction project. Thanks again Derek and hope to see you soon!
M. Caslin
Straightline has rebuilt our front porch a few years ago and remodeled our main bathroom. They are professional and am extremely happy with the work they have done.
B. Davidson
Derek has always been so generous and kind. He has helped my family out more than most, i cant say enough good things about him and his work. He helped my parents in a situation that was dire and saved them a lot of money. I cant thank him enough.
E.M.
I have had Derek Acker at my home on many occasions for multiple jobs. He has done great work for me. He is extremely knowledgeable with all of his product lines and materials. Very happy with him. Would hire him for just about anything I need.