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Gillis Gilkerson Completes Artifact Installation at Cambridge Lighthouse

11174974_836207163081521_7248553296649648442_nSALISBURY, MD – May 26, 2015 – Gillis Gilkerson, one of the most stable and trusted general contracting and construction management firms on Delmarva, announced the completion of artifact installation at the Cambridge Lighthouse in Cambridge, Maryland. 

Gillis Gilkerson originally built the lighthouse in 2012 as a new construction for the Choptank River Lighthouse Society.  Gillis Gilkerson responded to a request for proposals on additional work for the installation of historic (restored) artifacts collected from lighthouses across the country.  The team was hired to install three different relics unique to the Cambridge Lighthouse. 

Gillis installed a fog bell and assembled the striker mechanism – the pulley activated arm that strikes the bell.  They also rebuilt a dormer to enclose the bell in the lighthouse.  Gillis Gilkerson also positioned a 23 foot boat from Ruark’s Boat Works to hang from the lighthouse connected to a ramp for boaters to gain access to the tower.  Block and tackle kits were installed as décor to make it look as though they were holding the boat up in position.  

“This project was unique in that we were given the opportunity to enhance a structure we originally built by restoring its history through the installation of lighthouse artifacts provided by the U.S. Coast Guard,” said Dwight Miller, president, Gillis Gilkerson.  “The society had a vision for what the lighthouse should be.  We were happy we could help bring that vision to life.”

“Our interest was to find a company who could maintain the historic accuracy of the artifact installation, while being code compliant with confidence in the durability of the job done,” said Jackie Noller, interim vice president, Choptank River Lighthouse Society.  “Gillis Gilkerson met all three requirements and got the job done.  We were very demanding from the beginning.  We knew what we wanted and the Gillis team, led by Don Murray, was patient with us and delivered everything we wanted.  It has been a very positive experience.” 

About Gillis Gilkerson

In its 37th year of building and real estate development on Delmarva, award-winning Gillis Gilkerson has built a reputation as one of the most trusted and stable construction management and general contracting firms on the Peninsula. From new commercial construction to renovation, the company’s construction managers offer broad and deep experience in diverse industries such as medical, industrial, manufacturing, hotels, multi-family housing, houses of worship, restaurants, retail, schools and more. Its full-service real estate development expertise offers custom solutions for land purchase, building program development, turnkey project management, obtaining permits and approvals, property management, property marketing, purchase, lease, and lease/purchase options. The team works in conjunction with architects, government planners, engineers, surveyors, inspectors, contractors, and leasing agents to manage the development process from concept to completion.

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What Our Clients Say

“From start to finish, Gillis Gilkerson was phenomenal to work with. Through the bid process they were completely on target and with the timeline of the project. Tyler Barnes is hard working and a pleasure to work with. He pushed the project through the short timeline and really went above and beyond to meet our deadline.”

~ Jeffery Phillips,
Developer

“EDiS Company has worked with Gillis Gilkerson on many projects. They consistently deliver on time, on budget and successful projects for our clients. The Camp Raider Team did an excellent job on this very fast-paced, budget-driven contract.”

~ Diana Patille,
Senior Project Manager,
EDiS Company

“We are very happy to have Gillis Gilkerson as the contractor for our new service center. As a cooperative we understand the value of working with local businesses. Locally owned and operated, Gillis Gilkerson has been serving the Delmarva region for over 30 years. We know they will produce a quality structure that will serve the employees and members of Choptank Electric for many years.”

~ Bob Behlke,
Vice President of Member Services
Choptank Electric

“We want to express our appreciation for the completion of the apartments at Jefferson II in time to get the residents back in their homes. We believe this was made possible by the quality site supervision provided by Dale Reinhold. Dale’s masterful control of the site, the suppliers and the subcontractors was like a conductor directing an unruly orchestra. On site progress was consistent and organized. When problems were encountered, Dale professionally provided solutions. Dale’s quality site supervision made the Jefferson II project a success.”

~ Arthur W. Edwards, Jr.
The Severn Companies

“We chose Gillis Gilkerson based on dependability, service, quality and costs. Dwight Miller was responsible for pricing and the quality of materials we could get for the best price. His knowledge allowed us to meet our timetables and deadlines and gave us one of the nicest office structures in Salisbury.”

~ Edward J. Williams,
Peninsula Cardiology Associates, P.A.

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