The Bad Lizard Story
Johnnie H. Rominger and Trevor J. Flanagan are the creators and owners of Bad Lizard Granite & Quartz. These two have been friends for a very long time, ever since they first met in kindergarten. At a young age, they developed a bond that would go on to last over 35 years.
Growing up, Johnnie and Trevor discovered their passion for building things. Whether it was a tower made of blocks or a house made of 2x4s, they loved to build. They got older, their creations got bigger. As they grew, they always remembered that there was one big thing separating them from their competition: Quality. That strict attention to quality became the bar they would set when hiring others, especially the subcontractors they would use for their projects.
When it came to the stone countertop fabrication and installation for their projects, they always felt that what was available to them here in West Virginia was lacking. The companies providing these services did not have the quality or the professionalism they felt they deserved, so they decided to go out and build that company from the ground up.
They decided they could provide something better, so in early 2014 they hatched the ideals and characteristics that Bad Lizard would go on to demonstrate. In May, Bad Lizard Granite & Quartz came to be an official WV born-and-bred company.
That summer, along with some of the area’s finest stone fabricators and installers, they opened up their fabrication facility in Clarksburg, WV. Their mission statement is simple: To give the client the utmost in quality craftsmanship, to display professionalism with each interaction, and to provide the largest selection of stone slabs in the area!
“When we are finished with your installation, you will remember us. Maybe because of our name, maybe because of our slogan, but I can assure you that every time you have friends or family over to your home, someone will compliment you on your stone countertops. It is at that point you will remember the great experience you had with Bad Lizard Granite & Quartz.”
Johnnie Rominger, Owner
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Meet the Team
Trevor J. Flanagan
Co-Owner and Construction Manager
Years Worked at Bad Lizard: I helped start Bad Lizard and have worked here for nine years.
Years of Industry Experience: I have been in residential and commercial construction for 20+ years.
About Me: I graduated from Fairmont State College with a Marketing/Management Bachelor’s degree. I then served for six years in the U.S. Army Reserves as a heavy equipment operator. I have built, remodeled and flipped homes for over 20 years. In my spare time, I enjoy working on a project home to lease or flip. I also operate several residential and commercial properties as a leasing company.
Favorite Thing About My Job: My favorite thing about my job is that I enjoy coming to work with our team who is more like my family. Everyone works well together here. It’s also satisfying to see the kitchens transform from before Bad Lizard to after.
Johnnie H. Rominger
Co-Owner and Shop Foreman
Years Worked at Bad Lizard: I helped start Bad Lizard and have worked here for nine years.
Years of Industry Experience: I have worked for 20+ years in construction.
About Me: I’m married to Dr. Jaclyn E Rominger (locally known as Dr. J), and we have two miniature dachshunds, Luke Duke and Bo Duke. I love shotgun sports like sporting clays, five stand, and fitasc. I love spending time with my wife on a getaway vacation or even a simple night out for dinner. Together, the four of us love spending time on our boat on Cheat Lake.
Favorite Thing About My Job: I have three favorite things about my job. First, I love that we get to be a small part of making someone’s dream home or dream remodel happen! We get to put the final touches on the project, and we get to see the customer’s expression when they realize that all the time and hard work has finally paid off. Secondly, I love coming to work every day because of the fantastic crew that Trevor and I have assembled here. You’re only as good as the team behind you and we have a great team! We have a great group of craftsmen, and we all deliver a rock-solid product! (pun intended). Thirdly, I love how the communities we serve have accepted us. Our success has allowed us to give back to those communities through youth sports sponsorships, individual nonprofit donations, and giving to larger organizations like the United Way. Continuing to have the ability to be able to give back to those that give to you makes it so easy to come to work every morning!
Paul Blake
Lead Installer
Years Worked at Bad Lizard: I have worked at Bad Lizard for three years.
Years of Industry Experience: I have 27 years of experience in the construction industry..
About Me: I am married and we have two children. In my spare time, I enjoy mountain biking, kayaking, hiking and snow skiing. My favorite thing to do on the weekends is working on home projects with my family and grilling out.
Favorite Thing About My Job: My favorite thing about my job is the creative input that it lets me have!
Mark Bunnel
Fabricator
Years Worked at Bad Lizard: I have worked at Bad Lizard for four years.
Years of Industry Experience: I have been working since I was 14 years old, so I would estimate around 40+ years of experience from different jobs.
About Me: In my spare time, I enjoy tinkering around with old cars and trucks. I also have a horse named Baby, a black lab named Snoop, a cat and a little dog named Peaches. I have two daughters and four sons, three of whom still live at home. My grandson, Allen, also lives with us, and he is a joy. My favorite thing to do is to spend time with my family!
Favorite Thing About My Job: My favorite thing about my job is that I have a variety of different jobs, which keeps things interesting. I also work with a great bunch of guys.
TJ Hill
Templator/Construction
Years Worked at Bad Lizard: I have worked at Bad Lizard for 4 year.
Years of Industry Experience: I have 4 years of industry experience.
About Me: I am a proud “girl dad” of a 4 and 8 year old daughters. I have been married to my beautiful wife Ashlee for 5 years. I enjoy sports, woodworking and being with my family.
Favorite Thing About My Job: My favorite part about my job is helping our customers and ensuring the cabinets are properly prepared for their new countertops.
Scott Means
Sales Associate
Years Worked at Bad Lizard: I have worked at Bad Lizard for three years.
Years of Industry Experience: I have 5 years of industry experience.
About Me: I was born and raised in Clarksburg, West Virginia, in the Broad Oaks section of town. I am married to Elizabeth Means, a local pharmacist at the VA in Clarksburg, WV. I studied Criminal Justice and Business Management at Fairmont State University. I enjoy trout fishing, bass fishing and going to my camp in Harman on the weekends. I have one son, Jake, and two boxers.
Favorite Thing About My Job: There are several things I love about my job. I get to work with the friends that I grew up with, and I get to help customers make their kitchen dreams come true!
Levi Ramos
Installer
About Me: I was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. I’m engaged to Megan Nuzum. We just welcomed a baby girl, Marley Rae Ramos, into this world. I fell in love with West Virginia because this place is Almost Heaven! In my spare time, I love to be outdoors.
Favorite Thing About My Job: There are several things that I love about my job. I get to work with a bunch of guys that are more like my family than co-workers. Plus, at Bad Lizard, I feel appreciated. Is it even considered a job when you love what you do?
Robbie Shaw
Sales Manager
Years Worked at Bad Lizard: I have worked at Bad Lizard for nine years.
Years of Industry Experience: I have 18 years of industry experience.
About Me: I was born and raised in Clarksburg, West Virginia. I played baseball at Fairmont State University and studied Business and Marketing. In my spare time, I enjoy taking my camper up to the mountains, hiking, mountain biking and going to concerts. I try to host cookouts for my family and friends as much as possible!
Favorite Thing About My Job: There are many things that are my favorites about working at Bad Lizard, but the most satisfaction I get is seeing our customers 100% happy when their project is completed!
Jared Young
Lead Installer
Years Worked at Bad Lizard: I have worked at Bad Lizard for seven years.
Years of Industry Experience: I have 13 years of industry experience.
About Me: I have two children, Gracie and Haley, and three pets, Phoenix, Riley and Luke. When I am not at work, I like to go camping on the weekends and work on my cars and trucks.
Favorite Thing About My Job: My favorite part about my job is making dreams come true to one customer at a time!
Cody Underwood
Lead Installer
Years Worked at Bad Lizard: I have worked at Bad Lizard for one year.
Years of Industry Experience: I have 3 years of industry experience.
About Me: I have two daughters, 13 and 4. I raise chickens. My favorite thing to do on the weekend is to spend time with family and take care of my animals. I have 4 dogs, 1 cat, 1 snake, 6 ducks, and 10 chickens.
Favorite Thing About My Job: Making kitchens great again. Meeting new people and never being in the same place.
Donley Bunnell
Installer
Years Worked at Bad Lizard: I have worked at Bad Lizard for one year.
Years of Industry Experience: I have 1 year of industry experience.
About Me: I have 3 kids and my wife, six dogs, and I enjoy working on my house.
Favorite Thing About My Job: My favorite thing about my job is that I’m never in the same place and I get to meet new people.
Jeremy “Jr” Marple
Installer
Years Worked at Bad Lizard: I have worked at Bad Lizard for one year.
Years of Industry Experience: I have 1 year of industry experience.
About Me: Jeremy enjoys lifting weights, carrying granite. Also enjoys outdoors which includes hunting, fishing, skiing, and many other things.
Favorite Thing About My Job: “Making dreams come true” and having fun with all the other guys.
Justin Bock
CNC Tech
Years Worked at Bad Lizard: I have worked at Bad Lizard for one year.
Years of Industry Experience: I have 10 years of industry experience.
About Me: I have 3 children, 2 girls, 1 boy. I enjoy fishing and spending time with my kids.
Favorite Thing About My Job: Couldn’t ask for better employers. I enjoy the experience I am getting.
Trey Morrison
Templator/Construction
Years Worked at Bad Lizard: I have worked at Bad Lizard for one year.
Years of Industry Experience: I have 10 years of industry experience.
About Me: My name is Trey Morrison. I’m happily married to my wife Tara of 9 years, and we have 1 son named Geordie. My hobbies include playing guitar, golfing, and hiking.
Favorite Thing About My Job: My favorite part about working at Bad Lizard is all the great co-workers. It feels more like a family than a job.
Christopher L. Garcia-Montanez
CNC Technician
Years Worked at Bad Lizard: I have worked at Bad Lizard for 1 year.
Years of Industry Experience: I have 1 year of industry experience.
About Me: I am 24 years old and from the south. I am a father of three beautiful children. I enjoy art, music, outdoor sports and most of all teaching my kids how to grow up and understand life. I am also a happily married man to my wife of 4 years.
Favorite Thing About My Job: My favorite part about this job is the art of making all these different countertops and the whole company acts as one big family.
Jason Gray
CNC Tech
Years Worked at Bad Lizard: I have worked at Bad Lizard for 1 year.
Years of Industry Experience: I have 1 year of industry experience.
About Me: I enjoy hunting, fishing and sports. I have 3 children and 2 wonderful dogs. My favorite thing to do on the weekend is spend time with my family and new grandson.
Favorite Thing About My Job: My favorite part about my job is the independence.
