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About Preferred Construction

Preferred Construction, LLC—where your living space becomes your dream space. We are a local, family-owned firm located centrally in Knoxville, Tennessee, with a passion for transforming houses into homes. Tim and Barb Shaughnessy bring their zeal to the helm of Preferred Construction, with over a quarter-century of expertise added to this bustling community.

At Preferred Construction LLC, we take pride in our work because we understand that we are not just building structures, but creating spaces where memories are made, and lives are lived. Our commitment to quality is evident in every nail driven and every brick laid, as we strive to exceed the expectations of the beloved community of Knoxville.

From the banks of the Tennessee River to the peak of the Smoky Mountains, we are honored to be a part of building homes that emanate warmth and joy. Our goal is to not only construct houses, but to create havens where families can thrive and create lasting memories.

Our Philosophy

At Preferred Construction, we think your house should be your private haven—not just a place to live. That’s why we design environments that improve living rather than merely building and remodeling. Whether it’s a grand indoor area or a small outdoor living space, we are here to bring your thoughts to life, guaranteeing style and needs are met with every project.

Licensed and insured, we strive to be the preferred choice for greater Knoxville kitchen remodels.

Our Team

ANGELA CONNER-MURPHY
Account Manager

Angela has in-depth experience in construction and luxury retail management and is the right addition to our team that will offer value to improvements in the services offered to our clientele. With her understanding of what a client needs and the ability to bind projects, she makes a formidable team member whose strength is invaluable to both the team and your project.

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HANNAH PARTON
Social Media Manager

Hannah brings a creative approach to our social media and marketing. She adds a new voice to our online presence, which highlights how we connect with our customers and how committed we are to craftsmanship. Hannah taps into the creativity and energy from her previous role as a school teacher working with Preferred Construction. On the weekends, you can find her and her husband spending time with her 3 kids in Knoxville.

LAUREN HALE
Administrative Manager

Lauren grew up in Maryville and now calls Knoxville her home, where she lives a happy, healthy life with her family. As the clients’ first point of contact, she uses her extensive background in customer service to delicately and efficiently juggle all aspects of the client’s journey while handling administrative duties to keep projects running smoothly. When she’s not working, you can find Lauren and her family hiking and camping.

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TIM SHAUGHNESSY
Owner

It has been Tim's entrepreneurial spirit and vast experience in luxury home finishes and business development that shapes his vision for Preferred Construction. From spearheading the right start-ups to driving successful business operations, Tim's leadership ensures there is an unwavering focus on quality and innovation in everything PC does. Together, Tim and Barb have decades of experience in renovation and remodeling.

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BARB SHAUGHNESSY
Finance

Barb has used her sharp financial and operational management skills to be at the forefront of growth and development for various local contracting ventures. Her professional expertise ensures that every project runs smoothly from the beginning to the end. Barb and Tim teamed up together to establish Preferred Construction, where their desire is to make where you live feel more like home, bringing your visions to life.

BILL RICE
Account Manager

Bill brings more than three decades of experience in technology and customer relations to the construction industry and our commitment to excellence in service. Bill joined the Preferred Construction team in 2021, ensuring clients are fully supported and getting the best service possible. Bill loves the outdoors, all sports Tennessee, and cooking on his Big Green Egg for his wife and two children.

100% Satisfaction

Complete satisfaction is what we strive for. Our goal as always is to stay your preferred remodeler for every project that comes your way – including those for friends and family. We can’t do that without taking good care of you first.

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Jeffrey Davis

We hired preferred construction to do a remodel of our new office space & install a large concrete ramp on our loading dock. Tim, Emily and all the folks at preferred were fantastic to work with. Communicate was great, scheduling went as planned, craftsmanship was above expectations. We will definitely be referring them in the future. Thank you for the great job.

Lauren Koehl

We love our new porch and are looking forward to many memories and fun times ahead!

Alicia McMurray-Smith

They are honest and do fantastic work!

Kelley Perry

Tim Shaughnessy is a man of his word. High Integrity and accountability. There’s a reason it’s called preferred construction. Tim will ensure your complete satisfaction. I highly recommend.

Kevin Holstine

If you are looking for a one stop shop that don't cut corner you have got to give tim a call. I can't say enough about him and his crew. I wish I could give them more than 5 stars.

Noah Jeub

We've had the pleasure of working with Preferred Construction on several projects, and they are truly top-notch. Tim is a fantastic leader—honest, professional, and committed to quality. His team of craftsmen are some of the best around, always delivering exceptional workmanship. It's clear that Preferred Construction values integrity and excellence in everything they do. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable and skilled contractor!

Dale Widmer

High integrity, professional, friendly, stand behind their work, did a major remodel for us and we love it. Took care of all challenges along the way. highly recommend!

Kimber Widmer

Preferred Construction did a phenomenal job on a complicated renovation and addition on our house two years ago. Amazing attention to detail, precision in finishing and a construction crew that was personable, communicative and efficient. When a roof issue cropped up recently, they were quick to step up and quickly fix the problem at no expense to us. They even came back to ensure our house looked better than when they started the repair. We were pleased at the work we had already had done for us, but are enthusiastic fans of Preferred’s craftsmanship, integrity and exceptional business practices.

Charles Stallings

Tim is a great guy and his team does a wonderful job. Couldn’t recommend Preferred Construction higher!

Matt Braden

Preferred Construction is very a knowledgeable team and they great to work with. We have worked together on multiple projects and they have always exceeded expectations. We appreciate their partnership and look forward to many more. We would highly recommend Preferred Construction!!

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