Construction is something that is bolted deep in Terry Bradley’s family history. His grandfather and great-grandfather were skilled carpenters, and Terry realized early on that he, too, wanted to pursue a hands-on career. Now with 38 years of successful woodworking experience under his toolbelt, it is safe to say that Terry’s grandfather and great-grandfather would
be proud of all that he has built, both literally and figuratively.

Terry was self-employed for 25 years, and during that time, he specialized in woodworking with a focus on staircases and cabinets. He earned a reputation within the local construction scene for his precise attention to detail, and he also grew a loyal customer base. In 2009, Terry decided to leave his self-employment days behind and bring his extensive experience to the team at Tyler Building Co. — an award-winning, family-owned, local construction company. 

“Terry’s woodworking abilities were the best we’d ever seen. And, he had all those intangible qualities we look for, like trustworthiness and a hard-work ethic,” shared Will Tyler, co-owner of Tyler Building Company.

While the transition from self-employment to a team environment was an adjustment for Terry early on, he quickly embraced the benefits of working toward a collective goal with his crew. 

Unfortunately, Terry was diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) two years ago, and his role has slowly transitioned from hands-on work to a customer-service role. His condition has not slowed him down, however, and he remains heavily involved in daily operations. Currently, he spends most of his workdays in the field monitoring the progress of projects and communicating with customers. He typically manages 8 to 14 jobs at a time.