It’s hard to believe, but Heron Building Co officially turns the page on our founding year! Of course we took a quick pause for an office party because we have so much to celebrate. It’s worth mentioning; while Heron itself celebrates one year of business, our experience in fence and gate craftsmanship spans nearly a decade. When we launched the Heron brand in 2023 shortly after moving to the Nashville area, we had no idea just how much we would pivot and grow in one year. We packed a lot in this past year! As premier fence and gate contractors, we’ve been privileged to serve luxury homeowners in Nashville and Franklin, TN, working on stunning projects, serving wonderful people, and establishing a company that’s rooted in excellence, gratitude, and authentic relationships.
To celebrate this milestone, we thought it would be fun to take a look back at our first year and dive into some of the lessons we’ve learned, things we’re grateful for, and what’s in store for the future of Heron Building Co.
Reflecting on Our Founding Year
At Heron Building Co, one of our core values is gratitude, and this milestone is the perfect opportunity to look back on the journey so far. From the very beginning, we were fortunate to partner with incredible clients who truly trusted us with their vision. We’ve had the privilege of working on many stunning projects, from classic privacy fences to custom estate gates, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the trust our clients have placed in us.
It’s been a year of learning and growing, both as a business, and as individuals. One of the greatest joys has been working with clients that have a shared vision for natural beauty and living life outside.
A Peek Behind the Curtain: Q&A with Jake and Heather
To make this celebration even more special, we thought it would be fun to give you a glimpse behind the curtain with a little interview-style chat. As a husband and wife team with different strengths and roles, we bring unique perspectives to the table and its a fun collaboration for us!
Q: What’s been your favorite part of launching Heron Building Co?
Jake: “I truly love construction. I love the creative part, problem solving, and the freedom to design fence and gate projects that go beyond just being functional. From initial planning to bringing a vision to life, I’m obsessed with guiding and educating our clients every step of the way. It’s the most fulfilling work.”
Heather: “I’ve really enjoyed building our brand presence and connecting with others that resonate and share our values. It’s been so rewarding to build relationships with such aligned clients. I get really excited about our projects, and watching our clients feel the same way brings me so much joy!”
Q: What’s one lesson you’ve learned during this first year?
Jake: “Truly that there is no one-size-fits-all. When something works great in one situation, it doesn’t mean it will be the best fit in a different situation. Every project is unique and custom and there’s always an abundance of options, keep exploring.”
Heather: “Definitely patience. Some days feel like everything is coming together perfectly, other days feel like things are taking eternally long. I love efficiency and my driver personality likes to keep things moving full steam ahead. However, I’m learning to trust the process and have patience with the grander picture.”
Q: What inspired you to start Heron Building Co?
Jake: With many years of experience in this industry, I feel there is such a void in companies providing design forward, custom options. I know it is more work for us, but I’m truly passionate about bringing a custom-tailored approach to each client and property. Focusing on relationships, nothing is more exciting to me than a client being thrilled with what we’ve created for them.”
Heather: “For me, it was the chance to raise the bar in the contracting world with elevated branding and a stellar client experience, really merging aesthetics and craftsmanship. As a female with an eye for design, I could see such a gap in the outdoor contracting world. I was inspired to offer more design forward services to clients without compromising on quality craftsmanship. I’m passionate about providing a high-touch brand experience in an industry where expectations are unfortunately low.
Q: What are you most looking forward to in Heron’s future?
Jake: I’m really excited about providing design and creativity thats unmatched. I love pushing the borders of whats possible and I want clients to come to us for that partnership. I look forward to more estate gates, enhancing curb appeal, upping security, and elevating automation.
Heather: “For me, its continuing to resonate with aligned clients and having my hand in more design work and landscape construction projects as we grow. I’m also really excited about expanding our services in the future.”
Q: What is one way you see Heron growing in the next year?
Jake: “We’re definitely going to be expanding our team. As we take on bigger projects and continue to grow, we’ll be building out our team and bringing in more experts to ensure we maintain the level of quality and service that our clients expect.”
Heather: “I agree, I’m excited to grow our team! And I see us partnering with a few local organizations we’re passionate about supporting, like Nashville Angels.“
A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Clients
As we wrap up this celebration of Heron’s first year, we want to say a massive thank you to every client and friend who has been a part of our journey this year. Your trust and support mean the world to us, and we’re excited to continue building on our mission of creating stunning outdoor spaces that inspire others to live more life outside.
Whether you’re considering a new fence, estate gate project, or custom outdoor renovation, Heron Building Co has you covered. We would love to work with you! If you’re not already following along, be sure to follow @heronbuildingco to see BTS looks at our current projects and those to come!
Heron Building Co is a Premier Fence & Gate Contractor in Nashville and Franklin, catering to luxury homeowners and specializing in design-forward fencing services with a focus on premium materials, top-notch craftsmanship, and above and beyond customer service. We have a decade of experience in residential and commercial fencing and outdoor craftsmanship.
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