SONIC®, America’s Drive-In®

In the last decade, J&S Construction has completed more than 120 contracts for various SONIC®, America’s Drive-In® locations throughout Tennessee.

Three of these projects were ground-up sites, complete with plumbing, electrical, HVAC, audio and lighting. J&S Construction has also been tasked with completing several remodels and renovations to fit new branding in changing all-call stations, exterior facades, lighting and menu boards.

The most recent contract included an addition to an existing facility, located in Lebanon, Tenn. Scope of work included demolition and removal of an existing house on the site for a new 18-menu canopy, concrete work, a new trash enclosure, restrooms, a storage room and a mechanical room. 

J&S Construction has also been called upon by restaurant owners for various emergency repairs including reconstruction of two facilities from fire damage, along with emergency board-up and temporary repairs. Emergency and restoration improvements have also been provided to more than 15 locations, following vehicle impact to the facility. All affected stores were able to operate without any downtime during the emergency restoration.

Other previous experience includes complete energy savings modifications on several restaurants, and the first solar panel installation in the state.