CornerStone Plumbing, LLC
1305 Poplar Drive, Waukesha
www.cstoneplumbing.com
Year founded: 2003
Product or service offered: Full-service, licensed, insured plumbing company for the industrial and commercial markets
Owner: Steven D. Adkins
Projected 2015 revenue: $11 million
Target clientele: Southeast Wisconsin hotels, restaurants, apartment buildings, pharmacies, schools, universities, hospitals, shopping centers, apartment buildings, and contracts with the City of Milwaukee and Milwaukee County
Business organization memberships: The Executive Committee, Associated General Contractors of Greater Milwaukee, American Institute of Constructers, American Subcontractors Association, BBB of Wisconsin, nonprofit organization Inhabit, Plumbing Contracting Association, Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association, Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors, Specialty Contractors of Wisconsin, Local 75 union, Laborers 113 union, Operators 139 union
What has fueled your company’s growth?
“Our people. CornerStone Plumbing is committed to the success of our customers, and we value our employees. Our employees are certified in AutoCAD design, building information modeling, medical gas installer, backflow preventer testers, and have their State of Wisconsin Master and Journeymen Plumber licenses. With all of the tools that CornerStone Plumbing has in place, we always intend to exceed your expectations with every job we do for you by applying the four pillars that form the foundation of our company— innovation, integrity, quality and consistency.”
What is the biggest obstacle to your company’s growth?
“Our biggest challenge continues to be finding the right seat for each person on the boat—to row in a manner in which the work seems effortless. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for plumbing and business, deeply enjoy serving others, are personable and friendly, are accountable and act responsibly, to be able to handle the capacity of growth within our company.”
Do you plan to make any changes to your company?
“The only thing consistent in construction is change. So, yes, we are always changing and improving our standards by investing in equipment, service vans, technology and tools.”
What is the outlook for your industry?
“CornerStone Plumbing is expecting to see an increase in revenue and a slight improvement in backlog for the next several months. We believe that work is still out there and with commitment and discipline to finding work, focusing on customer service and retaining our customer base, we will be able to do so.”
What is your company’s most important growth strategy?
“We believe that the best answers are the right ones. The right answers come from first asking the right questions. At CornerStone Plumbing, we ask detailed questions, listen to your answers and design a system that fits your needs now and into the future.”
