Trilogy has gone to the dogs! And that’s a compliment if you’ve got fur like I do. My name is Ruger, and I’m a VIP (Very Important Pup) here at Trilogy.
And today, my two-legged coworkers have finally come to their senses and turned the blog over to me. Sure, I’ve read their other blogs, and while I think it’s funny when they use fancy phrases like “Home of the True Quote”, I thought our readers might benefit from a different perspective about what goes on around here. Follow along with me for a day in the life of a doggo at the Trilogy offices!
Good Morning, Paradise!
After being woken up by my alarm (the birds) just after sunrise, it’s time for breakfast—meat cereal, my favorite. Then we get in the truck and swing by a few jobsites to check in on the crews before we head to the office. I love to ride with the windows rolled down, sniffing the good sniffs of Paradise like pine trees and coffee trucks. But there’s no time to paws when we get there because it’s another busy day at Trilogy, and I’ve got a lot on my to-do list! First I’ve gotta process some orders from suppliers, then I need to connect with Joe from Lumber, who has my actual dream job of counting and moving big sticks. I take a quick break to greet the UPS guy, and then I get ready for our first client meeting.
A Dog’s Eye View of True Quote
My new friends are a nice young couple who lost their residence in the 2018 Camp Fire and want to rebuild with a custom home. Our team always asks about their priorities and goals, how long they plan to live there, and what they think their dream home might look like. The lady said she’s having trouble finding inspiration for her kitchen. My coworker said they should try using HOWLS*, which makes perfect sense to me because howling always helps me feel better when I’m frustrated.
I love it when they talk about the next step, which is going to see the couple’s land. While our team is busy taking measurements and photographs, I can usually sneak away to chase the squirrels. Afterward, everyone starts discussing serious stuff like permits, septic, regulations, and other things, all of which are a little confusing to me. But that’s okay because my coworkers are good at explaining those sorts of things. The couple also seems confused, but my coworkers walk them through everything and reassure them Trilogy has been doing this since 1967 (that’s about 294 doggo years!) All those decades of experience working in the industry and their professional connections make the whole process a snap.
It sounds like our clients are going to create custom home plans with a local architect, so once they have their final drawings we’ll all get back together to pick out finishes. When this is done, it’s True Quote time! The couple looks relieved when they hear it will provide them with a detailed explanation of the building costs with zero guesswork. They’ll even get a schedule so they know exactly what’s happening during construction. The meeting ends, and everyone’s happy; my coworkers get handshakes, and I get a well-deserved doggy snack from Rivera, my personal cookie jar.
Our Pawsome Palisades Homes
Our next meeting with a senior couple goes quickly because they’ve decided to build one of our Palisades Homes. Out of our three-floor plans, they chose the Sequoia. Easy peasy, like a chew-toy squeezy! It simplifies their decision-making process so they can spend less time picking out things and more time giving me belly rubs during their appointment. Then my coworkers showed them the mortgage calculator on our website and started talking numbers, so I took a little nap on my special office bed.
At Trilogy, There’s No Place Like Home
When I wake up, my new friends are gone, but our team is still discussing the meetings and how they can help make the home-building process easier for these two couples. My coworkers do this a lot; I think it’s because they really care about their clients, and the community, too. In my furry opinion, it’s because Trilogy is a family business, and even though they’re a bunch of humans, they’ve got a pretty good philosophy of honesty and transparency. I’m glad to be a part of it!
Well, that’s all for today…time to go home and have some kibble.
‘Til next time,
Trilogy’s Good Boy, Ruger.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! For all of us at Trilogy, the holidays mean coming home. Whether that means returning to see family, catching up with old friends, or simply enjoying a cup of cocoa by the fireplace, we hope everyone in our community finds a sense of home this season. And for those of you in Trilogy houses this year, thank you for trusting us to build you a place where so many new memories will be made. And we work hard to keep the faith our community has in us to build quality houses to last a lifetime, and more. It’s the Trilogy way!
This month offers gifts and gatherings with friends and family in our beloved Butte County community, plus cherished traditions and those delicious Christmas cookies a certain special someone in our circle always bakes. But even amid the hustle and bustle of the holidays, we never lose sight of the real reason for the season: the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He came to bring hope to the world, and through Him we find lasting peace. May the love of Christ fill your home this season and always. Merry Christmas!
How do you define paradise? Crack open that dusty dictionary you’ve been using as a doorstop, and it’ll say something like: paradise is an idyllic place of contentment.
Luckily for us, we live and work as contractors in Paradise (with a capital P)! And we sure are happy to be part of a family business in this welcoming little mountain town. In fact, we’re going to count down the top five reasons we love being a construction company based in Paradise, California.
5. Community events. Community is the core of what we build at Trilogy, and we love supporting fundraisers. It does our hearts good to see our town show up for events like the Paradise Cook-off, which raised much-needed funds for the Boys and Girls Clubs of North Valley.
4. Being part of the Valley Contractors Exchange. We’re thrilled to belong to this unique non-profit, member-run organization for contractors in Paradise and beyond. Not only does the Valley Contractors Exchange connect responsible contractors and trades, but it also provides social, business, and educational opportunities for members.
3. Canine co-workers. Paradise’s heavenly mix of laid-back locals is welcoming to our construction crew (including the 4-legged kind), allowing us to bring our favorite Fido Ruger to job sites. We’re so glad we can take our dog to work!
2. Working with highly-skilled subcontractors. At Trilogy, we’re proud to partner with highly skilled professionals who share our commitment to craftsmanship, accountability, and community. Our team thrives on strong relationships, and we hold our subcontractors to the same level of trust, dependability, and quality as our own employees. This approach means we don’t just work side by side, we learn and celebrate together.
1. Good neighbors who help neighbors. The #1 reason we love being a contractor in Paradise is you! We think our Paradise neighbors are pretty special since they’re always willing to lend a helping hand. Whether it’s helping the Ridge rebuild or sharing fire safety resources to protect Paradise for the future, we’re proud to be a part of this supportive community.
You know the old saying…a picture is worth a thousand words. It’s why we’re including some bonus snaps of some of the jobs we’ve done and subcontractors we’ve worked with throughout our 50+ years in the Paradise community. Check them out!
Trilogy is not just proud to be a contractor in Paradise, but we’re also grateful to call this beautiful place home. Our family business has been helping our neighbors in Paradise—and all of Butte County!—build and rebuild since 1967. If you’re ready to take the first step with our trusted construction company in Paradise, California, contact us today!
For Trilogy, Paradise isn’t just a place where we do business. It’s the town where we’ve raised our families and made true, lasting friendships. And as professional builders, each new residence we build feels like more than just a job. Our houses become homes and a part of our community.
“Trilogy is an opportunity to give back to the town I grew up and raised my family in,” says owner Greg Bolin. “Paradise has been our home since 1967.”
“I raised my family in this town,” adds Shawn Shingler, also a Trilogy owner. “I’m grateful to be a part of rebuilding the community for future families as well.”
Our roots on the Ridge run deep. The business got its start in Paradise back in 1967 by Mel Bolin, who brought on his sons and nephew in the 70s and 80s. After a series of construction and framing business ventures, Mel formed Trilogy Construction for custom homes. He eventually sold the business to son Greg, nephew Shawn, and Trilogy controller Beth Dunn, and today, the three of them are proud to continue the legacy of faith and service to the community.
With such a strong family connection to Paradise, it seems only natural for us to be invested in the place we live. Just like members of the community have supported our business, we’re here to support them. ”Paradise is a community that values and supports families,” says Beth. “It just makes sense to support each other.“
Whether it’s showing up for the swim team, the football team, or local events like Johnny Appleseed Days, it’s what we do for each other here as neighbors. Paradise is known as a community supporting and valuing each other, and we love being a part of it.
At Trilogy, the principles of quality and trust stem from our business’s core values. We believe in treating everyone with the same respect we would our family, from the subcontractors we work with to our clients. Having 50-plus years of experience in the business means we’ve learned a thing or two about construction and how to be a good neighbor—sometimes both at the same time. And we feel it’s equally important to inspire trust and confidence in the quality of our work and our participation in the community.
“What leads to expertise?” muses Greg. “Being part of a community, you learn different things that all combine to help us become good neighbors and great contractors. As members of the church, Town Council, and other community events, we understand what our community needs as neighbors and have learned what a town needs to rebuild. And in the field, you’ll find us onsite every day. Our decades of hands-on experience allows us to do work we’re proud of.”
It’s also the incredible people we get to build for who have helped build our experience over time. “We’ve been lucky to work with folks who have lots of different things they like,” said Beth. This gives us lots of opportunities to see all kinds of different things. For instance, we’ve done water walls, indoor slides, spiral stairs, off-grid homes, kosher kitchens, etc. The list is endless— and just plain cool. This gives us excitement and confidence to do the extraordinary!”
When you build a custom or semi-custom Palisades home, you can feel confident you’re getting generations of experience from a team that knows the business inside and out.
“Greg and I started out in the field with hammers and nails, getting paid by how many pieces we produced. Our past experience helps us manage projects, keep on schedule, and stay within budget today, ” said Shawn. “It’s not just your job that leads to expertise; it’s all these things you experience and learn along the way.”
Whether you’re interested in building a new home or just meeting a friendly face in the community, we hope you’ll reach out to say hello this year. Send us a message to find out how Trilogy Construction’s “Builders by Trade. Neighbors for Life.” motto comes to life!
Happy Holidays, everyone! This time of year, it seems like one holiday follows another in rapid succession. First, Halloween kicked off the festive fun. And whether you celebrated Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving, we hope there were things to be thankful for. Luckily, the grand finale of saying goodbye to 2022 on New Year’s Eve is on the way. A new year will be a fresh start.
Even though it’s been a challenging couple of years, you only have to look to our strong community as the best reminder of resilience in facing adversity. So whether you are hitting the road, or staying close to home, we hope you will have moments of peace this season as the year draws to a close.
We think the holidays are a good time to reflect on tradition and family. As a business, Trilogy has deep roots on the Ridge thanks to our family tree. It all began in 1967 with our founder, Mel Bolin. And his good work and commitment to quality have been passed down over the years and are carried on today by the current generation. This family-owned company has a long history of connecting our community members with homes in which to build their traditions.
Through care, personal relationships, and quality, we hope to bring peace into building clients’ homes. After 50 years in the business, we’ve seen it all and can pass on our knowledge to you. You’ll benefit from our experience and established relationships with our partners in the industry. These connections mean our homes are built with quality materials. And with our TrueQuote system, you’ll know exactly what your house will cost, with no surprises. At Trilogy, we value personal relationships, offering clear and consistent communication throughout the process. We’ll be by your side the whole time.
Is a custom or semi-custom house on your New Year’s Resolutions or bucket list? This season, give yourself the gift of a home built by Trilogy. We can discuss your home-building goals for 2023, and help get you one step closer to your dream home. Contact Trilogy today to find out how.
