"It is a pleasure to work with you and it gives me a feeling of confidence knowing you are on a particular project. I respect the knowledge, the thoroughness and the dependability of your organization. Above all, I am impressed by the dedication to quality I have found in you and in each and every one of your people I have had direct contact with. I am not readily given to superlatives and there are very few companies, and even fewer contractors, with respect to whom I would be willing to talk in such terms."

- Peter Korda, President -
Korda Nemeth Engineering, Inc.
Columbus, Ohio

“We have worked with many major contractors and construction managers over the years and a letter of commendation is not always possible. In the case of Mr. Lewis R. Smoot, Sr. and his firm, however, it is not only possible to do so, but we are enormously pleased to be able to recommend them very highly. The Smoot organization has worked with us on three major projects and in every case we have found them to be competent, forthright and conscientious, and they have a high record of client satisfaction and repeat business.”

- Michael D. Tyne, President -
Karlsberger and Associates, Inc.

“Ordinarily, I would hesitate to provide a recommendation for a company with whom we have formed a new association.  However, in this case, I would like to offer some initial assessments.  If early performance is an indicator, I hope this will not be the last opportunity we have to work together.  The firm and its management team have demonstrated a high level of professionalism and adherence to our standards of quality as well as to our schedule and budget.  I am truly impressed with the organization, their ability to grasp the intricacies of the job and manage a complex project.  In my position I have worked with many general contractors over the years, and I would rank Smoot Construction Company at the top of the list and find them to be an outstanding and dedicated group of construction professionals.” 

- John K. Kotowski, Asst. Vice President Facilities Planning and Construction - Ohio University
Athens, Ohio

"Smoot has provided outstanding value for the City of Indianapolis in managing the Building Better Neighborhood Program. Smoot’s focus has been on Value Enhancement, Velocity, and Utilization of underprivileged community members. Smoot has exceeded all of the goals established by the City."

- Stephen Goldsmith, Former Mayor-
City of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, Indiana

“Your Company’s conviction toward honoring the fiscal intent of our donors as well as impressive attention to detail with respect for the design intent of the two nationally-recognized architectural firms is to be commended.  This project not only came in under budget, but is proudly receiving local, national and international architectural and design awards and attention.”

- Christopher Speron,
Capital Campaign Director -
Human Rights Headquarters
Washington, DC

"When we distributed our request for a proposal, we were seeking bids from qualified minority-owned businesses.  As you know, this was a fast-paced project and we needed to rely heavily on a company to be able to meet our schedule.  Although your company was new to casino construction, your reputation preceded you.  After consulting with you and other members of your management team, Smoot Construction was selected as the best construction partner for our project.  You exceeded our goals and we found your team to be open in their communication, knowledge of construction and considerate of your responsibility to us, the client.  In your brochure it is stated, “Your Builder of Choice”.  We can confidently say that Smoot Construction was our “Builder of Choice” for the Caesars Indiana Hotel/Garage Complex.”

- Barry Morris, Executive VP &
General Manager - Caesars Indiana

“The business relationship we have developed over the years has been built upon the respect each team member brings in terms of quality, performance and level of competence within each organization. Turner would highly recommend Smoot Construction to any of their potential clients, knowing through first-hand experience they will dedicate themselves to the project and focus on solving the needs of their client.“

- Richard T. Lombardi, President -
Turner Construction Company

"Recognition first came to The Smoot Company in the masonry contracting field, then in general contracting and currently as a leader in the contract management field. This broad level of expertise has been recognized by owners and Boards of Directors throughout the United States."

- Ralph W. Anderson, President -
Anderson Concrete Corporation
Columbus, Ohio

“The professionalism, work ethic and dedication of Smoot’s project personnel was impressive.  One particularly outstanding characteristic of the team’s contribution to the project was the initiative and innovation they exercised in identifying alternative ways of addressing issues as part of their overall commitment to meeting the project goals with respect to quality, budget and timeline.“

-Ed Jones, Senior Director
Administrative Services -
Tween Brands, Inc.

“During the time you worked with us, the projects under your direction were completed both on time and within budget. You also made sure that as owners, we were always kept informed on the status of the projects and let us know when issues arose that needed to be dealt with by the owner.”

- Duncan N. P. Pritchett, Jr.,
Assistant Superintendent -
Indianapolis Public Schools

"Smoot Construction was chosen by the Teays Valley Local School District to manage additions at the district’s middle and high schools.  I have found the staff at Smoot to be accessible, cooperative and on top of the issues that will lead to the timely completion of the buildings.  The mandatory weekly progress meetings are well organized with the appropriate agenda material and explanation regarding the goals and objectives of the program.  If the project budget or timeline appears to be deviating from the schedule, swift and corrective action is taken to develop a recovery plan to get back on track.  The task of managing a wide variety of contractors and overseeing the legal contract documents associated with the construction of the new facilities has been handled with class and professionally by each member of the Smoot team."

- Ron Thorton Former Superintendent -
Teays Valley Local School District
Ashville, Ohio