About Us
Company History
Panhandle Builders & Excavating, Inc. was founded by L. Allen Henry, David Henry, and Carole Henry in June of 1986.
The primary focus of the company at that time was to provide quality excavation and general construction services to the businesses and residents of the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia.
From that humble beginning, the company has become a driving force in the construction industry in the Eastern Panhandle as well as the surrounding areas. As the area has grown, so has Panhandle Builders & Excavating, Inc.
Panhandle Builders & Excavating, Inc. strives to be a local leader for construction services by exceeding our customer’s expectations through the superior performance of every member of our construction team. We are committed to:
- Producing the highest quality at the lowest cost.
- Creating lasting partnerships with customers, architects, engineers, employees, subcontractors and vendors.
- Providing a safe and drug-free workplace.
- Enriching the community in which we operate.
Our Team
- Allen Henry – President – 39 Years ExperienceÂ
- David Henry – Vice President – 39 Years ExperienceÂ
- Carole Henry – Secretary/Treasurer – 39 Years ExperienceÂ
- Justin Henry – Residential Sales/ Manager/ Broker – 17 Years ExperienceÂ
- Craig Norton – Construction Estimator – 35 Years ExperienceÂ
- Donna Householder – Accounting Supervisor – 30 Years Experience
- Rodney Murphy – Field Supervisor – 38 Years ExperienceÂ
- Roger Livingood – Field Supervisor – 35 Years ExperienceÂ
- Mark Singleton – Field Supervisor – 20 Years ExperienceÂ
- Dennis Lambert – Residential Construction Supervisor – 37 Years ExperienceÂ
- Nicole Brzezinski – Property Manager – 14 Years Experience
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In addition, our staff currently boasts over 80 employees, including equipment operators, pipe layers, carpenters, mechanics, and general laborers, as well as a professional office staff and management team.
Our Mission
Panhandle Builders & Excavating, Inc. strives to be a local leader for construction services by exceeding our customer’s expectations through the superior performance of every member of our construction team. We are committed to:
- Producing the highest quality at the lowest cost.
- Creating lasting partnerships with customers, architects, engineers, employees, subcontractors and vendors.
- Providing a safe and drug-free workplace.
- Enriching the community in which we operate.
Awards
- 2023 Berkeley County Citizen of the Year – Justin Henry
- 2020-2024 Best of the Best Home Builder & Building Contractor
- 2022 WV Executive Young Guns – Justin Henry
- 2013 Berkley County Citizen of the Year – L. Allen Henry
- 2008 Builder Member of the Year EPHBA
- 2005 C. Leslie Golliday Business Person of the Year, Chamber of Commerce
- 2007 Philanthropist of the Year, Eastern Panhandle Community Foundation
- 2010 Excellence in Community Service Award Winner
- 2010 Best Residential Development in WV (Brookfield) WVHBA
- Yearly Best in WV Wins for Homes