Our team recently completed a fast-tracked renovation of Genoa Pharmacy; an operational pharmacy located within a mental health facility. We are very proud of the work by our team and subcontractors and thank them for the sacrifices that went in to working for 11 days straight during the pharmacy’s off hours to ensure this project was completed on time.
Read MoreConstruction is a tough industry. That’s no secret. The long hours, high pressure, unpredictable schedules, and physical demands of the job can wear on just about anyone. However, what doesn’t get talked about enough is how all that impacts our overall mental health.
At Merit, we believe that taking care of our people goes beyond safety vests and hard hats - it means checking in on how our team is really doing.
Read MoreIn this 4-part blog series, we break down Progressive Design Build and how this method is being utilized with our client, The United Churches of Olympia.
Part 1: What is Progressive Design Build?
Read MoreA peek into our event with for Women in Construction Week!
Read More2024 marked another great year for Merit. We worked on exciting projects, welcomed new team members, welcomed new family members, had a graduation, and celebrated a few employee milestone anniversaries.
Read MoreThere are two key roles that lead to a successful construction project – the Project Manager and Superintendent. Their roles and responsibilities are different, but the collaboration between the two is the secret sauce.
Read MoreMerit Construction became a Women Owned Business in January 2020 when Tammy Birklid took over the company after more than a decade of mentorship under long-time owner, Len Zarelli. In honor of National Women Owned Business Day, we asked Tammy to share a few thoughts on what it means to be a Woman Owned Business and what motivates her each day.
Read MoreDoes the old saying, “you get what you pay for” ring a bell? It is true of most things in life, and definitely applies to construction projects and hiring a general contractor. In our last blog, we laid out a Checklist for Hiring a Reputable General Contractor and listed a few red flags, one of which being an extremely low bid. But what could a low bid secretly signal?
Read MoreHiring a General Contractor for a construction project can be a daunting task. There are many options, but not all of them will be right for your job. If you have never gone through the construction process before, you may be asking “where do I even start” or “how do I make the right decision?” Luckily for you, we have broken down the 7 things to check for.
Read MoreThe Frederickson industrial area is one of the largest single industrial development sites in the Puget Sound area. It is zoned for heavy manufacturing and has industrial capacity, utilities and infrastructure in place to serve incoming businesses. Merit Construction has assisted many clients through the building process in this major industrial center within Pierce County.
Read MoreAdaptive reuse, sometimes referred to as building reuse, is the renovation of an old or unused building that was built for a specific purpose into something new and functional. This approach offers a way to revitalize and protect historic buildings and breathe new life into empty or abandoned structures. Often, these projects, once completed can provide a social gathering place and can revitalize sections of a city or town by attracting new jobs and retail opportunities.
Read MoreOne in five American adults suffer from a mental health condition, and only about 56% receive the healthcare they need. Those with a diagnosis requiring medical assistance to managing behavior often end up in state institutions, hospitals, or on the street without a home, healthcare, or medications they need.
Read MoreA couple weeks ago we got a special request from a Cub Scout, Jack Marden, to assist him with getting his Building Pin. Read more to find out what he did to achieve his goal.
Read MoreConstruction is a rewarding industry for many reasons. Discover why.
Read MoreToday’s blog post barely scratches the surface of some of the ways we at Merit ensure quality. We chose a few of the procedures we follow to give an idea as to what ways your general contractor can, and should be serving you.
Read MoreWhether it’s a quick glance at our social media, or a short conversation with one of our employees, you’re likely to hear us raving about Team-Build. One of the key components that makes Team-Build and our process different is value engineering. But what is value engineering, and what advantages does it bring?
Read MoreWe have some exciting things planned for the 2021 Christmas season! To support our mission of building the future of our communities, we are planning to do a 12 Days of Christmas, giving back to the community in fun and unique ways. We'd love for you to join us in our efforts to make this season brighter for those around us!
Read MoreThe medical construction industry is continually changing and highly regulated, requiring your project team to stay proficient in current standards as well as be innovative and solution driven. A strong, modern approach to healthcare construction includes several key elements and Merit delivers these through the Team-Build method.
Read MoreIt is an honor to be recognized as one of Tacoma’s top 8 Commercial General Contractors. Read more about Merit, and the other recognized companies in General Contractor Magazine’s full article.
Read MoreAt Merit, we build everything on character and are always pursing excellence. We are dedicated to building a workplace that rewards and recognizes our employees for their loyal contribution and are always looking for ways to support the growth of individuals and our company as a whole, in order to serve our clients with the best care possible. We recently ran an internal campaign titled "Chasing Excellence."
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