Licensed Class A General Contractor · VA · DC · MD · FL
Who We Are

Not just general contractors — building owners ourselves.

Through 55+ collective years of experience, we help you achieve your goals and exceed expectations, delivering quality results with an organized and efficient approach.

CLEAT historic renovation project
$1B
Value delivered across 96 occupied buildings
Company Facts

Care, attention, and the least disruption possible.

There are other firms that can do what we do. What sets us apart is the level of care and attention we give to every project to ensure we deliver a quality experience with minimal disruption to you and your residents. We understand it's highly sensitive — often doing work in people's homes — so we make sure it's of the highest quality and with the least disruption possible. With communication at the core, everyone knows where we are and what to expect.

CLEAT has successfully designed and executed more HOA, condominium, apartment, and base-building renovation projects in Washington, DC than any other group in the past 20 years. Collectively, the team has delivered more than 96 occupied buildings of similar scope, size, and complexity — over 9,414 units valued at more than $1B.

Our Vision

To be the go-to rehab + renovation resource for condominium associations, boards, and management teams — a strategic partner that takes firms from trees to keys.

Our Mission

To be the premier provider of design, build, repair, and maintenance solutions to the multifamily, condominium, co-operative, HOA, and renovation markets.

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Homes / Units Renovated, Retrofitted & Upgraded
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Occupied During Construction
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Historic — Landmarks, Contributing Elements & Fine Arts
$0B
Value in Renovation, Retrofit & Upgrades
Leadership

The people behind every project.

Heath E. Wilkinson

Heath E. Wilkinson

Founder & CEO

Heath is responsible for customer satisfaction and project success. He develops, implements, and monitors CLEAT's mission and overall direction. He also measures and evaluates CLEAT's key result areas (KRAs) and identifies and implements opportunities.

An avid fan of the Washington Capitals and Washington Commanders and an advocate of the Chesapeake Bay.

Eric Frantz

Eric Frantz

President

Eric is responsible for customer satisfaction and project success. He is responsible for all project-specific activities including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk mitigation. He also serves as a liaison and link to all clients' lead representatives.

At age 22, Eric sailed around the world with his father.

Matt DePompa

Matt DePompa

Vice President of Field Operations

Matt quarterbacks the onsite project activities, monitors and enforces CLEAT's safety policies, manages CLEAT's trade partners' quality and schedule, and enforces CLEAT's quality control plan.

Also a youth football coach and future super-agent to his two sons.

Ryan Pilgermayer

Ryan Pilgermayer

VP of Marketing & Business Development

Ryan drives CLEAT's growth strategy across both CLEAT Design + Build and CLEAT Mechanical. He develops new client partnerships, strengthens existing relationships, and works alongside operations teams to identify opportunities where CLEAT can provide innovative construction and mechanical solutions — building long-term partnerships based on trust, responsiveness, and exceptional client service.

A proud Penn State graduate who enjoys golfing, cheering on the Philadelphia Eagles, and spending time with his wife, Caren, and daughter, Blair.

Testimonials

What our partners say.

★★★★★
We engaged Heath Wilkinson and his team for a few restoration projects at our property. CLEAT was responsive and thorough with their inspections and plans of action, which included timelines and budgets. I would highly recommend Heath, his supervisors Eric and Matt, and the entire CLEAT team.
Diane Yep Managing Director
★★★★★
I'd like to shout it out… we could not be any happier! The CLEAT team are team players who go above and beyond to accommodate our requests and those of our residents. Creative, out-of-the-box thinkers — friendly, charismatic, and always willing to lend a hand.
Frances-Marie A. General Manager, Americana Centre Condominiums
★★★★★
CLEAT Design + Build exceeded all of our expectations with regard to quality & customer service. Not only was the product superior, they came in $100,000 less than our original budget!
Josue S. Co-Operative President
★★★★★
Heath and his team delivered our space 3 weeks ahead of schedule and 6% under budget. His architects and subcontractors were top-notch and truly delivered on all of their promises — setting a franchise record for opening a new studio in record time.
Kelly W. Studio Owner, Xtend Barre Arlington
★★★★★
OMG, they are the best. They make my life so much easier — prompt, knowledgeable, professional, courteous, and honest. I've worked with CLEAT for over four years and highly recommend them.
Stephen B. General Manager, Arlington Village
★★★★★
CLEAT's staff members are always reliable, intelligent, personable, and exercise tenacious sensibility. The construction services, repairs, and maintenance provided are impeccable and second to none.
Angela Luker General Manager, FirstService Residential

Let's build something together.

Tell us about your project and residents — we'll bring the thorough, detailed, personal touch.

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