The Schaffner family’s construction lineage began in the 1930s in Mullan, Idaho, when my great-grandfather, Eugenio Miengolarra, relocated from Shoshone and built one of the town’s first Basque boarding houses. He and his wife, Maria, successfully operated the boarding house until World War II.

Following the war, Eugenio and Maria moved to Boise to reunite with their children who were returning home and seeking greater opportunity than the small mining town of Mullan could offer. That transition marked the beginning of our family’s deep and lasting roots in the Treasure Valley.

After World War II, my grandfather, Frank Schaffner, returned to Boise with his new bride, Benita. As they began building their family, Frank built their first home on Hazel Street in Boise’s historic North End. What started as a necessity soon became a calling. Over the years, he built numerous homes throughout the area, eventually earning recognition as a Master Mason before retiring.

In the late 1970s, my father, Dennis Schaffner, saw opportunity in Idaho’s evolving real estate market and began remodeling homes. That entrepreneurial drive led to the founding of Schaffner Construction, Inc. in 1988. In 1992, his brother Gary joined the company, forming a partnership that would span decades. Together, they developed residential and commercial projects throughout the Treasure Valley, building a reputation for craftsmanship, integrity, and reliability. Gary retired in 2013.

After Gary’s retirement, I joined my father, beginning the fourth generation of Idaho homebuilding. When Dennis retired in 2017, he entrusted me with carrying forward the well-established and respected Schaffner name.

Today, Schaffner Homes proudly continues that tradition. With proven systems, disciplined project management, and generations of field knowledge, we remain committed to delivering homes defined by craftsmanship, comfort, and long-term value for Idaho families.

Adam J Schaffner

President