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Industry RecognitionSeptember 26, 2025

Klean Lots Featured in DJC Article on Small Business Partnerships with Large Contractors

Kyle Vinson and Alex Harrington of Klean Lots were featured in the Daily Journal of Commerce discussing their successful partnerships with large contractors like Skanska on major infrastructure projects.

The Daily Journal of Commerce featured Kyle Vinson and Alex Harrington, cousins and co-owners of Bonney Lake's Klean Lots, in a comprehensive article about small business partnerships with large contractors. The article highlights their work with Skanska on major WSDOT projects including the $834 million Interstate-405/Brickyard to state Route 527 improvement project and the $1.38 billion Portage Bay Bridge project. Kyle and Alex shared insights on how small businesses can position themselves for success with larger contractors, emphasizing reliability, consistency, and building strong relationships. They discussed their philosophy on scaling operations, technology adoption including AI integration, and their focus on maintaining a well-maintained fleet. The article also covers their views on growth sectors, particularly residential construction and infrastructure projects, and their advice for other small businesses in the construction industry.

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Company NewsJanuary 2025

Klean Lots Featured as New Members of Master Builders Association of Pierce County

Ky Vinson and Alex Harrington, the dynamic team behind Klean Lots, are proud to be recognized as new members of the Master Builders Association of Pierce County.

The Master Builders Association of Pierce County recently featured Ky and Alex in their #MembershipMonday spotlight, highlighting their fresh energy in an industry where young leadership is rare. As cousins who ran their family business together before officially purchasing it and becoming business partners in 2024, they bring both family values and professional expertise to heavy construction clean-up. Today, Klean Lots is powered by a close-knit team of 13 employees, specializing in dump trucking, street sweeping, and heavy construction clean-up. Their commitment to the community runs deep—Alex previously led MBA Pierce's non-profit BOLT, and both are passionate advocates for growing opportunities for young people in the trades while actively supporting industry advocacy through PAC contributions. We're proud to be part of the MBAPC family and look forward to continued collaboration in building stronger communities across Pierce County.

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