Case Studies California

When people think of a construction job they usually don’t imagine stacks of paper, but in reality that’s what it takes to get something built. On top of the hundreds of full-sized blueprints, a large commercial project—such as a hospital or department store—has at least 50 or more additional half-sets scattered around the site. All […]

Located in Bakersfield, California, Park Square at Seven Oaks is one of the newest luxury multifamily residential developments from Fuller Apartment Homes. Built by Bakersfield-based Wallace and Smith General Contractors, the development’s 224 units are spread out across 16 individual, two-story buildings, giving each resident a sense of privacy while providing a full slate of […]

Founded in 2011, PlanGrid is the mobile construction app that is poised to revolutionize the way building projects of all sizes are planned, managed and executed. Solving the 50-year-old productivity problem for construction (a rapidly growing international industry), PlanGrid has the potential to save construction professionals 10 to 15 hours a week. The key to […]

Prime Electric Inc. (PRIME) is a premier union-affiliated electrical contractor located in the Puget Sound region in Bellevue, Washington. PRIME and its diverse operating groups strive to deliver superior electrical construction, design-build services, outside plant services and cutting-edge industry technology. PRIME was founded in 1987 by three service electricians and their families, who sought out […]

Located in Redding, California and celebrating 25 years in business, Palomar Builders has developed into a premier, luxury home builder and community developer. Founded in 1991 by Jeb Allen and his wife Sue Tsai, Palomar Builders began with one spec house. The company is currently working on two master plan communities with more than 850 lots. By producing a high-quality product, Allen and […]

As a multipurpose company, service and availability are the key contributing factors to the success of Premier Equipment Rental Inc. (PER). “We operate 24/7,” says Lynn Gudmundson, president of PER. Located in Bakersfield, California, the company specializes in supplying and renting equipment to the construction, oil and agriculture industries among others. “We deal with everything […]

Since 2008, Planet Solar Design & Installation has become one of the most influential and respected solar installation companies in the industry. Specializing in solar panel design and installation, Planet Solar completes work for residential, commercial and government markets. With four locations in its home state of California, Planet Solar also manages locations in Miami and […]

In Gordo, Alabama, a small lumber processing business is leveraging customer service and flexibility to better serve its customer base. Pre-Cut Lumber (PCL) processes regionally grown Southern yellow pine. Lee Drain, owner of PCL, began laying the groundwork for his successful business in 1998. Initially, the company serviced the pallet industry with hardwood. In 2007, […]

When a new store is set to open, there’s a lot on the line if the opening date falls through. Located in Tustin, California, PacifiCore Construction Inc. (PCI) ensures its retail customers never miss an important opening date. PCI is a highly specialized general contractor, focusing on commercial retail construction, including ground-up, rollout programs, phased […]

“Follow through” is the motto on which Preferred Building Services has thrived during its 25 years in existence. “We do exactly what we say we are going to do, regardless of any factors that might get in the way,” says Pete Dellanini, executive vice president for Preferred Building Services. “All you have in this business […]