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Tenant Improvement Contractor in
Dallas-Fort Worth
One partner. One process. Zero chaos.
M&D General Contracting transforms leased commercial spaces into high-performing environments — on time, on budget, and aligned with your business goals. From office finish-outs and restaurant build-outs to medical facilities and retail storefronts, we deliver tenant improvement construction that owners, investors, and tenants across DFW trust.
100%
CLIENTS SATISFIED
INDUSTRIES SERVED
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LOCALLY OWNED
DFW
UNDERSTANDING TENANT IMPROVEMENTS
What Is a Tenant Improvement Contractor?
A tenant improvement contractor specializes in customizing and renovating leased commercial spaces to meet a tenant’s specific operational, functional, and branding requirements. Often called build-outs or leasehold improvements, these projects range from cosmetic refreshes — paint, flooring, lighting — to comprehensive renovations involving walls, plumbing, electrical systems, HVAC, and structural modifications.
Unlike standard renovations, tenant improvements are tied to commercial lease agreements and are frequently funded through a tenant improvement allowance (TIA) — a per-square-foot amount negotiated between landlord and tenant. A skilled TI contractor helps you maximize that allowance by providing accurate cost estimates, value engineering, and transparent budgeting from day one.
At M&D General Contracting, we operate as both a full-service commercial general contractor and a dedicated tenant improvement specialist. That dual capability means we bring deeper resources, stronger subcontractor relationships, and broader construction management expertise to every TI project — whether it’s a 1,500-square-foot office finish-out or a 30,000-square-foot multi-tenant repositioning.
WHY M&D GENERAL CONTRACTING
Your Tenant Improvement Partner in Dallas‑Fort
Worth
M&D General Contracting isn’t just a contractor — we’re a full-service commercial construction partner that combines design-build expertise, project management precision, and deep commercial real estate alignment to deliver high-quality tenant improvements across the DFW metroplex.
What sets us apart:
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Single Point of Contact — streamlined communication from concept to certificate of occupancy
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Design-Build Integration — concept to completion under one roof, or seamless collaboration with your architect
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Deep CRE Alignment — we understand investor goals, lease-up timelines, TI allowance structures, and property repositioning
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Local DFW Expertise — established relationships with Dallas-area permitting offices, inspectors, and subcontractors
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On-Time, On-Budget Delivery — transparent project scheduling, proactive communication, and zero surprises
We are redefining what clients should expect from a commercial contractor — delivering not just a space, but a strategic asset that drives business performance and return on investment.
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Clients Satisfied
5+
Industries Served
DFW
Locally Owned & Operated
100%
Committed to On-Time Delivery
Tenant Improvement Services We
Deliver Across DFW
TENANT IMPROVEMENT SERVICES
Every commercial space has unique demands. M&D General Contracting delivers specialized tenant improvement construction tailored to your industry — whether you’re building out a new office, launching a restaurant, opening a medical practice, or repositioning a retail storefront.
One team, one process, one point of accountability. Our design-build approach integrates architectural design, engineering, and construction under a single contract — saving time, reducing cost, and eliminating disconnect between design and execution.
The M&D Tenant
Improvement Process
OUR PROCESS
Transparency and communication drive every project. Here’s how we take your tenant improvement from concept to completion — with clear milestones, predictable budgets, and zero chaos at every stage.
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Consultation & Space Evaluation
We start with a free project overview consultation to understand your goals, review your lease terms and TI allowance, assess existing space conditions, and define the scope of work. No cost, no obligation — just clarity.
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Design & Planning
Our team develops space plans, architectural drawings, material selections, and a permitting strategy. Whether we’re providing full design-build or collaborating with your architect, we ensure every detail aligns with your vision and Dallas building codes.
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Budgeting & Cost Control
We provide transparent, detailed estimates and align the budget with your TI allowance. Value engineering ensures you get maximum impact from every dollar — no hidden costs, no mid-project surprises.
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Construction & Project Management
A single M&D project manager coordinates all subcontractors, schedules, inspections, and communications. You get consistent updates and one point of contact — from demolition through final build-out.
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Quality Assurance & Punch List
We conduct a thorough final walkthrough, complete all punch list items, coordinate code inspections, and secure your certificate of occupancy. Every detail is reviewed before we hand over the keys.
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Handover & Post-Completion Support
We provide warranty documentation, and remain available for any post-completion support. Our relationship doesn’t end at handover — we’re your long-term construction partner.
Who We Work With
WHO WE SERVE
M&D General Contracting delivers tenant improvement construction for a wide range of commercial clients across the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Whether you’re a tenant moving into a new space or a landlord preparing a building for lease-up, we build environments that perform.
Business Owners
Expanding, relocating, or upgrading your leased commercial space to support growth and brand identity.
Developers & Investors
Repositioning assets, increasing property value, and accelerating lease-up through quality TI construction.
Property Managers
Preparing spaces for new tenants, managing multi-tenant build-outs, and maintaining property standards.
Medical Practice Owners
Building or renovating clinical, dental, and outpatient spaces with strict regulatory compliance.
Franchise Owners
Rolling out new restaurant, retail, or service locations across the DFW market with consistent quality.
CRE Brokers & Architects
Coordinating tenant build-outs on behalf of clients with a reliable, communicative GC partner.
Tenant Improvements FAQs
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
A tenant improvement — also called a build-out or leasehold improvement — refers to customizations and modifications made to a leased commercial space to meet a tenant’s specific business needs. These can range from cosmetic updates like paint and flooring to full-scale renovations involving walls, plumbing, electrical systems, and HVAC modifications.
Costs vary based on scope, space type, and finish level. Light cosmetic updates may range from $15–$40 per square foot, while full build-outs for offices, restaurants, or medical facilities can range from $50–$150+ per square foot. M&D General Contracting provides transparent budgeting and detailed estimates during our free project overview consultation.
A tenant improvement allowance is a per-square-foot dollar amount that a landlord provides to a tenant to cover the cost of customizing leased space. TIAs are typically negotiated as part of the commercial lease. M&D helps tenants maximize their allowance through accurate cost estimates and value engineering during the planning phase.
Timeline depends on project scope. A light cosmetic refresh may take 2–4 weeks, while a full office or restaurant build-out typically takes 8–16 weeks. Medical facilities and complex projects may take longer due to specialized systems and permitting requirements. We build detailed project schedules during our planning phase to keep every project on track.
Tenant improvements specifically customize a leased space to meet a tenant’s needs within the terms of their lease. Renovations are broader and can apply to any property — leased or owned. TI projects are often funded through a landlord’s tenant improvement allowance and must align with lease agreements, building standards, and local building codes.
Yes. M&D General Contracting manages the full permitting process for tenant improvement projects across Dallas-Fort Worth. Our team has deep experience navigating local building codes, zoning requirements, and inspection processes in Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, Frisco, Irving, McKinney, and surrounding cities.
Both. M&D offers full design-build services where we handle everything from space planning and architectural drawings to construction and final handover. We also collaborate seamlessly with outside architects and designers if you already have a design team in place.
M&D General Contracting builds out offices, retail storefronts, restaurants, medical and dental facilities, industrial and warehouse spaces, data centers, and more. We serve business owners, developers, property investors, franchise owners, and property managers across the entire Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.