Business Matters: Keith Vidergar took over Griggs Building from founder Daryl Griggs

Posted by Admin June 3, 2023 Bussiness

Keith Vidergar, 48, owns Griggs Building & Design Group, located at 813 Rodd Street, off of Hines Street, near Dan Dan The Mattress Man. They do remodeling work and additions. They work on kitchens, bathrooms, basements and laundry rooms, working mostly residential and light commercial in the Tri-Cities area. Griggs has eight employees. To learn more, go to www.Griggsbuilding.com.

Keith and his wife, Maggie, have been married for 22 years. They have two sons and two daughters: Jacob, Olivia, Sophia and Sam. Keith’s a graduate of Walled Lake Central High School. He earned a bachelor’s in marketing and management from Northwood University and a two-year degree in advertising. Maggie’s a substitute teacher and a yoga instructor.

How long have you owned your business?

I’ve been here for 21 years. I was part-owner for 10 years, and now the owner for three. It was started in 1985 by Daryl Griggs. It started as a small roofing and siding company and expanded to what we are today.

What inspired you to own the business?

I went to Northwood, met my wife, moved downstate, worked for Ford at the research and development center. Daryl was looking for someone to learn the business and take over. We liked Midland and decided to move back here. Maggie’s from here.

What makes Midland a great place to own a business?

Small community. People are very friendly. It’s easy to talk to people. With Dow, it’s a transient community. People are always moving around and doing some remodeling.

What are some ways your business is active in the local community?

I was on the board for Safe and Sound (Child Advocacy Center), Cancer Services. We donate to local baseball and hockey teams.

What are some of your interests and hobbies?

I love to play golf. I love to coach my kids in sports. I used to coach Midland High boys varsity golf for four years.

What are some local businesses you work with that help make your business a success?

All the local people around here are fantastic. Work with LeBeau Cabinets and DeWitt Lumber, Designed by Julie, Laurence Smith Window and Door in Bay City, Brubaker’s, Wild’s Plumbing and Heating.

Final thoughts to share?

(I’m) fortunate to have great employees. I was fortunate to have Daryl teach me all the right ways to handle customers and do business.