Meet The Team

Alair Homes Arlington was established by Chad Hackmann, who has been involved in the DC Metro area building and remodeling industry since the mid 90’s. Hackmann, a native of Missouri, brings that “show me” attitude to Alair by establishing a company that demands strong customer advocacy. Hackmann is intimately aware of what it takes to build and remodel homes in Arlington and the surrounding area, because he has lived and worked here for over 20 years. Partnering with Alair enhances Hackmann’s vision that a void needed to be filled in what options homeowners had to build and remodel their homes. They needed someone to work in true partnership with them throughout the entire building and remodeling process.

Alex is the behind the scenes glue that holds the office together. She was actually a client on two different significant projects with Chad so she knows both sides of the client-builder relationship very well.  She was born and raised in Northern Virginia and currently lives in Falls Church with her husband, two children and pets.

Audrey has worked in the residential real estate industry for over 10 years, providing her with unique perspectives to help her clients maximize value in home construction and renovation projects. She specializes in managing the building of custom homes, residential additions, and residential renovations; and she enjoys the challenges that come with building in the DC metro area. Audrey is originally from New Mexico and is a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin. She is an avid supporter of Special Olympics DC and an animal lover.

Jason has a passion for excellent project management and brings 10 years of experience and success from the financial sector. He has managed large, complex multi-million dollar projects in his work from the corporate world. He has had a love for construction and home building and believes that organization and communication is the key to success. Jason is a local Arlington resident and has lived in the DC Metro area his entire life. In his spare time, he likes to cheer on the West Virginia Mountaineers with his wife and dog, Chubbs.

Aazeal Canlas grew up in Fairfax, Virginia and received her Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from George Mason University. She has worked in residential construction for the last two years and enjoys seeing people’s ideas come to life as finishes are installed. When Aazeal is not working, she is spending time with her little family, playing volleyball or traveling the world.

Tom is born and raised in Charlottesville.  Since graduating Randolph-Macon College in 2008, Tom has spent the past 7 years in the new construction industry.  During his free time, Tom is pursuing his Masters in Real Estate Finance and Development at Georgetown University.  When not working or in school, Tom enjoys playing golf, officiating NCAA Mens Lacrosse and giving back to the community as Chairman of the Rise Together Board of Directors, form PCAV Board Member and Alzheimer’s Association Chairman.

Mike Pallesen is a product of the mid-west, but has become ingrained in the Arlington Community since moving out here years ago.  He says he is privileged to live and work in this always evolving community.  He still coaches youth baseball and is always quick to volunteer to participate and help with any community events or charities.  In his spare time he also helps supports his wife’s restaurant business with some tasty BBQ.