Traditional Construction Co

Traditional Construction Co is a construction company in Memphis, Tennessee, specializing in new construction, tenant improvement, and pre-construction planning services for commercial clients. Based at 5628 Pleasant View Rd, the company serves businesses across the Memphis area, delivering projects from initial planning through completion. With a 4.60 rating from customers, the company is recognized for its reliable execution and client-focused approach. Its services include guiding clients from concept to occupancy, with a strong emphasis on coordination and project efficiency. The company has completed notable projects such as the expansion of Sugar Services, a 14,000-square-foot industrial facility, and renovations for businesses in the Cooper Young and Millington areas.

Founded in 1984 by Lon McDurmon III and local businessman John Wimpee, Traditional Construction Co began with a focus on commercial projects, quickly completing corporate headquarters for Dobbs Brothers and Anderson Tully Lumber Company. After Wimpee’s retirement in 1989, Lon became the sole shareholder, building the company on principles of integrity and craftsmanship. Teresa McDurmon has served as Treasurer since the company’s inception, bringing organizational expertise from her prior career with FedEx. Over time, Lon’s sons, LJ and Ryan McDurmon, joined the firm, expanding its capabilities in project management and cost control. The team leverages decades of experience, with Lon’s career spanning over 40 years in commercial construction.

The company demonstrates strong visibility and credibility through consistent, well-documented information available online, including detailed project histories and team profiles. Its ability to manage complex projects, such as the Sugar Services expansion, which involved multiple logistical challenges and a single-point construction vendor, reflects its operational depth and coordination strength. Traditional Construction Co maintains a long-standing presence in Memphis, rooted in a legacy of reliability and hands-on leadership.

With a deep commitment to quality and client success, Traditional Construction Co continues to shape the commercial landscape of Memphis through thoughtful design, efficient planning, and skilled execution.

Services:

• New Construction
• Pre-Construction Planning
• Tenant Improvement