About Us

Cerris has united nearly a century of experience across general contracting, mechanical contracting, service, and building automation to become a national provider of complex construction solutions. Our group of companies is supported by our corporate headquarters — which we refer to as the Strategic Center — and is powered by a foundation of financial strength, tenured leadership, and long-term relationships.

Our name, Cerris, comes from a subgenus of an oak tree — known for strong roots and adaptive abilities. The mark next to our name represents the very heart of a tree root and is the basis of its growth and integrity.

Cerris Brand Stat Card

From field to office, we work as one team — driven by quality craftsmanship and safety. Together, we bring every project to life with integrity and purpose.

Our employee owners and union partners are the foundation of our success. At Cerris, we celebrate milestones together and foster a culture of collaboration and camaraderie.

With 18 offices from Nevada to Florida, we serve clients nationwide — bringing broad expertise and value to every stage of construction.

Our Legacy

Our legacy starts in 1932 when three brothers decided to start a plumbing business in Kansas City during the Great Depression. Through a dynamic blend of entrepreneurial spirit, integrity, quality craftsmanship, and teamwork, that small family-owned company has survived multiple economic ups and downs and the challenges that the construction industry faces time and again.

In 2000, our founding family gave us the greatest gift of all – a chance to become employee owners, and in 2002, we became 100% employee-owned. From humble beginnings rooted in the Midwest to a nationwide presence and diverse brands coast to coast, we love what we do and the communities we’ve helped build along the way.

Cerris Legacy Photo

Claude Sanders, Founder

Cerris Through The Years

  1. Cerris Systems adds office in Phoenix

  2. Allen’s Mechanical is acquired

  3. Cerris Systems adds office in Springfield

  4. Electric Company of Omaha (ECO) is acquired

  5. Company rebranding

  6. MMC Contractors adds office in Huntsville

  7. MMC Contractors adds office in Bentonville

  8. MMC Corp sells Countywide Mechanical Systems

  9. MW Builders Dallas office opening

  10. MMC Contractors adds seventh office in Nashville

  11. MW Builders Temple office relocates to the Austin metro

  12. Countywide Mechanical Sacramento office opening

  13. Stroh Corporation is rebranded as the fifth MMC Contractors office

  14. Stroh Corporation is acquired

  15. Building Control Services (BCS) is acquired

  16. MW Builders Midland office opening

  17. MMC Corp celebrates 80 years in business

  18. Countywide Mechanical Systems is acquired

  19. MMC Contractors & MW Builders rebrand

  20. MMC Corp becomes 100% employee-owned

  21. Pahor Air Conditioning is acquired

  22. Midwest Mechanical Contractors of Nebraska office opening

  23. MMC Corp’s structure is born

  24. MW Builders Temple office opening

  25. MW Builders, Inc. is founded

  26. Midwest Plumbing & Heating became Midwest Mechanical Contractors

  27. Midwest Plumbing & Heating is founded

Work With Us

At Cerris, we support each other and take pride in work that makes a difference. Join us and make a lasting impact for our clients, communities, and each other.