Launched in 2020, SimCo Building and Remodeling has quickly grown into a successful business with a well-earned reputation of going above and beyond for their clients. An all-service general contractor serving the greater Springfield area, SimCo was founded by single dad Travis Sims, owner and CEO, and his now 13-year old son Hunter. 

With decades of construction experience, a love of working with his hands, and a desire to run his own business, Travis left his job of 10 years during the height of the pandemic to pursue his dreams. “I first learned to build from my grandfather, a weekend warrior who was always working on something at the house. By 8 or 9 years old, I was always tinkering and building. I knew I wanted to work with my hands, and I’ve always done some kind of construction work, be it individual, residential, or commercial,” says Travis.

The father-son duo worked together to name their new company and design its logo, but things weren’t easy in the beginning. Initially, Travis focused on small tradework, like installing cabinets and various handyman repairs. “Starting out, we faced materials and labor shortages. But whenever we faced a hurdle, we prayed about it and it always seemed to work out.”

Despite global and local challenges, Travis pressed on, determined to make SimCo a success. “As it became hard to make ends meet, I told myself I needed to branch out. We added general contracting for realtors flipping houses, both fire and water damage restoration, remodels, and building new houses from the ground up. We take on everything, down to the studs if necessary.”

In just a few short years, marketed through Facebook and word of mouth, SimCo has grown exponentially. With several full time employees and an impressively broad network of subcontractors garnered through Travis’ years in the industry, SimCo is able to find subcontractors, workers, and materials quickly, so they can easily work within a client’s timeframe and reliably meet turnaround deadlines. “I want customers to know that we’re here for them from start to finish. We want to finish the job and do it right, whatever it takes,” says Travis.

Hunter is following in his father’s footsteps and has learned to do trim work with an eye toward learning about electrical and HVAC. “I like being able to get this experience at a young age. I know I can get a better job when I turn 16 knowing I have the experience in business,” says Hunter, who hopes to go into business himself one day.

When asked what he believes is the key to their success and high level of customer satisfaction, Travis says, “We pride ourselves on great communication, great work, and quick service. Whether working with a Realtor for a flip, doing a new build, a remodel, or a small project, we believe in showing up, being friendly, and communicating clearly. I want every customer to feel like they’re our only customer.” As their motto says, SimCo will be with you from start to finish.

Travis and Hunter are looking toward the future with a vision for continued expansion and even broader brand recognition as the SimCo team enjoys a growth culture based on outstanding communication and customer satisfaction. “We love to go from nothing to something,” says Travis. “I love that every job is different. Every time the phone rings, I treat the caller like a new customer.”

SimCo strives to go above and beyond, meeting the construction needs of clients throughout the 417 community. While specializing in working with real estate agents and developers, they haven’t walked away from their roots and continue to offer handyman services in addition to taking flips and remodels down to the studs, renovating homes after the devastation of fire or flood, and building new homes from the ground up. As Travis says, “From handyman to all service construction, we can do anything you need done on your property or in your home.”

For more information, visit simcobuilding.com