Freedom Fabrication
Unifying Precision, Quality And Efficiency In Construction

The construction industry operates in specialized sectors, which often requires engagement with multiple service providers. The process becomes complicated with multiple contact points, varying timelines and separate budgets for tasks such as excavation, concrete work and landscaping.

While this traditional method is still prevalent, it can inadvertently cause inefficiencies and communication challenges leading to budget and schedule issues and, ultimately, unmet client expectations.

Diverging from the conventional, Freedom Fabrication, also known as Freedom Fab, presents a compelling solution. It has unified concrete, excavation and landscaping services under a single organizational umbrella, complete with a single point of contact, allowing clients to enjoy a streamlined experience.

The firm was founded by Connor Prendergast, who initiated with just a truck and trailer. He began by working with clients within his personal network of friends and family and as the demand for his services grew, he gradually expanded his team, initially focusing on landscaping and later incorporating excavation, concrete foundation, and flatwork services. This continuous evolution led Freedom Fab to diversify its services, which now include landscape design, septic tank and drain field installations, and utility and waterline installations, among others.

Today, it has grown into a full-service commercial and residential construction company with a team of professionals serving a wide swath of western Montana, including Helena, Great Falls, Boulder, and Clancy.

“We are responsible for showing up when promised and delivering our services with attention to detail,” says Trey Griffith, chief construction estimator at Freedom Fabrication. “We prioritize people and maintain a strong focus on efficient processes.”

A Full-Service Approach

Freedom Fab offers more than just services—it provides experiences. The firm’s name is synonymous with proficiency in excavation, where its services are essential for any successful construction project. Whether it’s laying foundations, installing water lines and septic systems, building roads, creating ponds, or conducting site work and test holes, Freedom Fab’s experts are the preferred choice. They manage the project’s labor-intensive aspects, covering everything from cutting and moving dirt to trenching, digging, and site development.

When it comes to concrete services, it distinguishes itself by offering a range of options, including sidewalks, driveways, curbing, patios, foundation, and retaining walls. Each project’s size, shape, color, finish and complexity are thoroughly considered. An extensive site preparation process follows, involving clearing the area, exposing the bare earth, and laying a sub-base of fill gravel. Forms are set with precision to ensure accurate concrete placement.

After the concrete is poured, a finishing and curing process is carried out, which includes screeding, floating, troweling and adding final touches like broom stamped, textured or smooth trowel finishes.

Freedom Fab’s expertise extends beyond concrete to landscaping, enhancing the natural beauty of Helena and its surroundings, one property at a time. Its services include landscape design, paver patios, sprinkler systems, and fire pits.

The landscape design service begins with a consultation to understand the client’s vision, preferences, and objectives. Based on it, the firm’s dedicated team brings the design to life, planting trees and shrubs, building hardscape features, and creating the outdoor oasis that the client desires.

“Our clients appreciate that they only need to communicate with us once, yet they witness their dream project being brought to life,” says Trey.

Recognizing the inconveniences and dangers posed by winter weather, the firm has extended its commitment to excellence and reliability into snow removal services. This offering is designed to ensure that both commercial and residential properties remain safe and accessible during the challenging winter season. To achieve this, Freedom Fab adopts a proactive approach. It closely monitors weather conditions and provides standby service for clients to receive prompt and secure service.

The firm also understands the importance of deicing to winter safety, as icy conditions pose significant hazards to both pedestrians and drivers. It takes preemptive steps, using a liquid brine mix for parking lots and salt for sidewalks. This dual approach not only eradicates existing ice but also prevents its recurrence.

Exceeding Expectations

Freedom Fab keeps customers as its top priority and strives to provide professional, courteous, and quality service to every client. Its ability to streamline the construction process, eliminating the need for customers to coordinate various individual contractors for tasks like foundation work, concrete pouring, landscaping, and framing, has allowed it to assist numerous clients effectively.

An illustrative example of this occurred during the fall of 2021, when Dave Funk, a property owner, embarked on a significant construction project. Recognizing the need for expert assistance, he sought Freedom Fab’s services.

The partnership began to materialize as Freedom Fab initiated the project, laying the groundwork for a remarkable transformation. The first task was road grading, necessary to ensure that the existing forest service road met the safety and efficiency criteria. Ditching work was carried out, and the road was connected to the main forest service road.

The project’s scope expanded as Freedom Fab’s team started creating a solid foundation for Dave’s steel garage/shop structure. The excavation process was a precise endeavor, which resulted in a 24-inch deep shop pad prepared for the next stages. Four-foot frost walls were erected, demonstrating the structural integrity Freedom Fab brings to projects. The firm went beyond just pouring slabs and erecting walls; it backfilled retaining walls with a focus on stability and longevity.
It also connected water lines to a nearby well. Electrical power was carefully executed, ensuring that the steel shop had all the necessary utilities. Gas lines were installed, enhancing the property’s functionality and comfort.

Today, Dave enjoys the fruits of a successful partnership with Freedom Fab. His woodland steel shop exemplifies the firm’s ability to transform vision into reality. Dave’s property now embodies the harmonious blend of natural beauty and modern convenience, with access to hot water, electricity, and gas.

From Core Values to Client Delight

At the heart of Freedom Fab’s success is its strict adherence to the values of honesty, integrity, hard work, and a positive outlook. These characteristics promote a culture where every team member is skilled, accountable, and highly motivated.

The firm’s organizational structure is designed for efficiency and client satisfaction. Led by Prendergast, Freedom Fab has experts in various roles, from estimators and blueprint designers to project managers and safety personnel. This framework ensures that each project is meticulously handled from start to finish, with clear accountability at every point.

“We are, fundamentally, in the business of people. Anyone can embark on construction and generate profits, but it takes something more to establish a construction company that not only builds structures but also transforms the lives of our team members and customers,” says the team at Freedom Fabrication.

In a fast-paced industry, Freedom Fab does not compromise on quality or accountability. Its processes are well-defined, with each aspect of a project owned and managed by designated professionals, leaving no space for interpretation. The firm stands out as an industry leader with a 4.9 average Google review, driven by a dedication to customer satisfaction and continuous improvement.

Despite reaching new heights and touching more lives with its construction prowess, it is evident that the firm’s journey is far from over. Freedom Fab intends to expand to new geographical locations, opening branches to serve more clients and communities. Besides expansion plans, the firm is poised to elevate its service further by investing in professional engineering capabilities and enhancing design-build offerings.