About B.R. Kreider & Son, Inc.

Central Pennsylvania's family-owned paving contractor since 1936

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A Message From The Kreider Family

At B.R. Kreider, we understand that your home is more than just a place to live — it’s an investment. Our family has been doing this since 1936. We have been caring for our customers’ properties and driveways for a very long time. Our business has been built on the core value of “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.”

That means we will treat your driveway or paving project as if it is our own. We are determined to provide you the best driveway and are willing to offer an extended warranty to prove it.

Our team of experts will guide you through every step of the process, giving you a driveway or other paving service that you will be proud of for many years to come.

Sincerely, The Kreider Family

Portrait of the three fourth-generation Kreider family owners

4th Generation of Kreider Ownership — Heidi Hollinger, Brent Kreider and Courtney Dougherty

Serving Central PA Since 1936

Owned and operated by the Fourth Generation of the Kreider Family

Polaroid-style photo of an early red B.R. Kreider and Son truck with driver and child, captioned 1936, 90 years

Kreider Philosophy

“Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” The words we recall from our Christian principles have been the cornerstone of the B.R. Kreider & Son, Inc. philosophy since the inception of our business. Today, as then, we are dedicated to providing our residential and commercial customers with the highest value and level of quality and service.

Our goal is, as best stated by Elvin Kreider, “We at B.R. Kreider & Son, Inc. consider ourselves ‘land sculptors’ — changing the contour of the land to match the customer’s needs by blending the landscape God originally created.”

Black-and-white photo of Kreider workers operating a curb-forming machine along a roadway

Antique B.R. Kreider and Son steamroller, an early piece of company equipment

90+ YEARS OF FAMILY TRADITION

Four generations of Kreiders — one commitment to quality

Our History

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The Beginning

Benjamin R. Kreider founded B.R. Kreider Landscaping & Grading business, purchasing a 1936 CAT 22 excavating machine as his first piece of equipment. Wife Virgie served as bookkeeper, and son Elvin worked summers and after school.

Father & Son

Elvin married and became a partner. The business was renamed to B.R. Kreider & Son. They expanded excavation services and developed asphalt paving as a core service.

Incorporation

The company incorporated as B.R. Kreider & Son, Inc. and a new building was constructed to support the growing operation.

Growth & Innovation

Elvin's sons Ken and Jim shared management responsibilities, while daughter Carol assisted with administration. In the early 1990s, the company invested in the innovative "Street Print" asphalt texturing system.

Third Generation

Elvin retired. The third generation — Ken Kreider, Jim Kreider, and Carol Buchen — assumed majority ownership.

Fourth Generation

On December 21, the fourth generation acquired 100% ownership: Brent Kreider (Ken's son), Heidi Hollinger (Jim's daughter), and Courtney Dougherty (Carol's daughter).

Continuing the Legacy

The fourth generation continues the Kreider legacy, committed to the same values and quality craftsmanship that have defined the company since 1936.

KREIDER FAMILY MISSION STATEMENT

“The overall mission of B.R. Kreider & Son, Inc. is to bless others as we have been blessed.”

To our community, we are to provide dedication and service.
To our customers, we offer dedication and the very best service and quality.
To our employees, we offer a stable company, an enjoyable place to work, and opportunity for growth.
To our family members, we provide opportunity and the love of our family as we grow the business together.
To the Lord, we will operate by His values and preserve the landscape on all work that we do.

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