HISTORY OF PENNINGS & SONS
A Family Tradition. Founded in 1973, Pennings & Sons has a long and rich business history.
Pennings History
2017
Based on continued demand for our services, Pennings Handyman hires its 10th employee.
2013
Pennings Accessible Living is launched to provide construction services for what we believe is an underserved market.
2012
Pennings Project Pro is rebranded to become Pennings Handyman and the new Division starts to gain momentum
2011
Scott Pennings becomes part-owner of Pennings & Sons
2009
The company restructures and is rebranded: the company name is shortened to “Pennings & Sons” and “Building Character into Homes” becomes the new tagline
2006-2007
Bruce retires from ownership; Judie retires from reception; Margaret retires from bookkeeper position
2004
The company expands to include a handyman service called “Pennings Project Pro” to help homeowners repair and maintain their homes.
2000s
Scott, Ken, and Tami (all third generation Pennings’) continue on with Brad, Brian, and other dedicated employees to help Pennings & Sons continue to grow and move forward
1998
New office and warehouse built in west Kalamazoo
1996
Wilbur goes into partial retirement
1980s
Staying current with equipment has always been an integral part of the company.
1980s
Company grows and primarily functions as a framing subcontractor
1978
Keith, the first non-family member, joins the company
1976
Brad joined his brother and father.
