Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Commercial Construction Services in La Crosse
Founded in 1963, Fowler & Hammer has built a legacy of excellence in commercial construction across the tri-state region. Our team prioritizes personalized service, treating every client's project as a unique endeavor requiring specialized attention. With expertise in healthcare, education, and industrial manufacturing sectors, we combine 60+ years of experience with a commitment to quality craftsmanship and cost-effective solutions. Our leadership transition in 2019 ensured continuity of family values while embracing modern construction methodologies. We maintain rigorous safety standards through dedicated oversight and emphasize self-performed work to guarantee schedule efficiency and quality control.Our Golden Rule philosophy guides all interactions, treating employees and clients with the respect we ourselves expect. This approach has fostered long-term relationships and repeat business from satisfied clients ranging from small businesses to large institutions. Our history of award-winning masonry, carpentry, steel erection, and concrete work demonstrates our technical expertise and attention to detail. We remain headquartered at our original La Crosse location, continuing the tradition of excellence established by founder Robert Fowler. Today's leadership team combines decades of industry experience with innovative thinking to deliver exceptional value to every client.
Services
General Contracting
Design/Build Services
Construction Management
Masonry Work
Carpentry Services
Steel Erection
Concrete Construction
Pre-Construction Planning
Facility Maintenance
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1963
Highlights and features
- 60+ years of commercial construction expertise in the tri-state region
- Family-owned business maintaining core values since 1963
- Safety-oriented workforce with dedicated full-time safety director
- Self-performed trades ensure schedule control and quality assurance
- 100% of cost savings returned to clients through guaranteed maximum pricing
Associations and certifications
- International Masonry Institute
What people say
Outstanding work
Met expectations
Excellent workmanship
Timely responses
No deficiencies noted
Services
General Contracting
We provide comprehensive general contracting services for new construction, renovations, and restorations. Our self-performed trades ensure quality control while maintaining strict budget and schedule parameters. Clients benefit from our single-source responsibility model that streamlines project execution from initial concept through final completion.
Design/Build Services
Our integrated design/build approach offers clients a unified solution from concept to completion. This method improves communication, guarantees cost control, and enables faster project delivery through coordinated design and construction phases under one contractual agreement.
Construction Management
We provide professional construction management services with financial responsibility from design through completion. Our expertise includes guaranteed maximum pricing models that return 100% of cost savings to clients while maintaining strict quality control and schedule adherence.
Masonry Work
Award-winning masonry services include both construction and restoration projects. Our self-performed work ensures quality craftsmanship using modern techniques while maintaining traditional attention to detail through our International Masonry Institute certified professionals.
Concrete Construction
We offer full-service concrete solutions from simple repairs to complex structural projects. Our specialized equipment and experienced team deliver durable, long-lasting results for both decorative and industrial applications across commercial sectors.
People
Dave Mydy
President/CEO
With over 25 years of construction industry experience, Dave leads Fowler & Hammer's strategic direction while maintaining commitment to family values and client relationships established over six decades.
Eric Lehmann
Vice President/COO
Bringing extensive operational expertise, Eric oversees daily operations and project execution. His leadership ensures continuation of the company's core principles while implementing modern construction methodologies.
Jim Fowler
Senior Estimator
Third-generation construction professional with decades of industry experience. Jim contributes technical expertise as Senior Estimator while preserving the company's founding legacy established by his father Robert Fowler.
Sue Christopherson
Accounting Specialist
Continuing the family legacy, Sue maintains financial oversight as Accounting Specialist. Her institutional knowledge ensures fiscal responsibility while upholding the company's commitment to transparent business practices.
Robert Fowler
Founder
Civil engineering graduate and Navy Seabee veteran who established Fowler & Hammer in 1963. His philosophy of quality construction at competitive pricing created the foundation for six decades of success.
Questions
What industries do you specialize in?
We specialize in healthcare, education, and industrial manufacturing construction projects across the tri-state region.
How long have you been in business?
Fowler & Hammer has provided commercial construction services since our founding in 1963 by Robert Fowler.
What service areas do you cover?
We primarily serve the tri-state area including Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Iowa from our La Crosse headquarters.
Do you offer design/build services?
Yes, our integrated design/build approach provides single-source responsibility from project planning through completion.
How do you handle project scheduling?
We employ self-performed trades and advanced scheduling techniques to maintain strict timeline control for all projects.
What safety measures do you implement?
We maintain a dedicated safety director who ensures compliance with all OSHA standards through regular site inspections and training programs.
