Where We Started

In 2000, Richard Root founded Root Engineering Services in Vernon Hills, Illinois and was able to grow quickly due to his keen sense of what clients needed, his understanding of budgets and the emphasis he placed on quality design.

In 2005, Adam Harris joined the team in Illinois and shortly after in 2009, he moved to Texas and started operations in the Texas market. Currently, Adam remains in Texas and works diligently to determine the best solutions for his clients and is committed to quality engineering.

In 2023, after 40 years of dedication to providing exceptional MEP services, Richard Root retired from the company. Although no longer involved in day-to-day operations, he has stayed invested in the company’s success and future growth.

Adam now heads both the Texas and Illinois offices.

While Root is currently operating out of both Texas and Wisconsin, future plans for expansion are focused in Texas due to a heightened emphasis on opportunities for growth in the north Texas region.