S&W's rich history began with our founder, Joe Steenbeke Sr. Joe was a NYC police officer with a passion for carpentry spending his off days working the saw and hammer. After an early retirement from the force due to health reasons, Joe moved to New Hampshire to join the family business, Steenbeke and Sons. There, he took the helm of the cabinet design sales business for many years.
A new chapter unfolded when Joe, his wife Peggy, and longtime friend, Roger Whitcher, set their sights on Florida to start S&W Kitchens. The Steenbeke children gradually migrated south to lend a hand in building the family business.
Our first showroom was located in Casselberry, Fl on 436 and 17-92. In 1985, we moved to the current Longwood showroom location and partnered with Ed Milcarsky, who did the appliance side. At that time, Seminole and Orange county were growing so fast. Builders were throwing whole neighborhoods up like Alaqua and Heathrow. It was an amazing time to operate a remodeling business in Central Florida!
From L to R: Joe Sr. (red shirt) and an employee in front of our very first showroom in Casselberry in 1977. The Steenbeke family in front of the current Longwood showroom in 1985.
Over the years, S&W has remained a constant pillar in the local remodeling industry. We've expanded our footprint with seven showrooms across Central Florida and Tampa and employ a team of over 150 people in the community.
Being a family-owned local business is a badge of honor for us, and we're proud to bring over four decades of expertise to the table. Whether it's customer service, design, or building services, we're committed to delivering the best to our customers.
Whatever your reasons for remodeling, know that you’ll be in good hands with this long-standing, local, family-owned business who will work with you and for you to make your home remodeling dreams a reality!
The Steenbeke family today from left to right:
Lewis Triacca, Jeanette Steenbeke Triacca, Joe Steenbeke Jr. and Brian Cummings