The Lawson Roofing Co

Name

The Lawson Roofing Co

Legal name

The Lawson Roofing Co Inc.

Website

https://lawsonroofing.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1907

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial and Residential Roofing and Waterproofing Services

NAICS

Roofing Contractors (23816)

SIC

Asphalt Paving & Roofing Materials (2950)

akta.pro primary industry

Roof Installation & Replacement (HSAPAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Flat Roof Repair & Membrane Restoration (TPO/EPDM/PVC/Built-Up) (HSAGAKAE), Roof Drainage Components Repair (Gutters/Downspouts/Scuppers as Roof-Related) (HSAGAKAL), Roof-Mounted Systems Integration (PV, Green Roofs, Roof Gardens, Snow Guards) (IMAFAMAI)

Keywords

• Commercial roofing installation
• Residential roofing services
• Roof waterproofing systems
• Roof maintenance and repair
• Waterproofing contractor

Headquarters

HQ city

San Francisco

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Roof Installation Services: One-time revenue from new roof installation and roof replacement projects for both commercial and residential properties. Revenue is project-based with pricing determined through free estimates.
2. Waterproofing Services: One-time and recurring revenue from comprehensive waterproofing services including roof waterproofing systems, foundation waterproofing, deck/balcony waterproofing, exterior wall sealing, and flashing work.
3. Roof Maintenance and Repairs: Ongoing maintenance services including leak repairs, gutter cleaning, inspections, coatings, and restoration work to extend roof life and prevent costly replacements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

The Lawson Roofing Co installs and maintains high-quality roofing and waterproofing systems for commercial and residential construction projects of any size and roof-slope configuration in the San Francisco Bay Area. Core work spans new roof installation, replacement, waterproofing (roof membranes, foundation/basement, deck/balcony, exterior walls, flashing), and ongoing maintenance including leak repairs, coatings, gutter cleaning, and restoration, delivered by in-house professionally trained mechanics.

Product overview

The Lawson Roofing Co Inc is a fourth-generation family-owned roofing and waterproofing contractor operating since 1907. The company offers an integrated portfolio of services centered on two core offerings: Residential Roofing (covering installation, maintenance, and material options for steep-slope and low-slope homes) and Commercial Roofing (spanning all roof types and configurations for commercial and industrial structures). These core services are complemented by specialized Waterproofing Services (encompassing roof membranes, foundation waterproofing, deck coatings, and exterior wall sealing), Roof Maintenance (including leak repairs, gutter cleaning, and restorative work), Residential Roof Installation (a dedicated new-construction and replacement service with permit filing and warranty documentation), and Deck Coating (for deck and balcony waterproofing). The company does not offer a software platform; all offerings are field-service delivery for property owners in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Residential Roofing Roof installation, maintenance, repair, and replacement services for single-family homes and multi-unit residential buildings, covering slate, tile, wood, asphalt, composition shingles, built-up roofing, modified bitumen, and single-ply systems for both steep-slope and low-slope roofs.
• Commercial Roofing Full-service commercial roofing installation, maintenance, and waterproofing for office buildings, retail facilities, and industrial properties of all sizes and roof-slope configurations, including new construction and existing building retrofits.
• Waterproofing Services Comprehensive moisture management including roof waterproofing systems, foundation and basement waterproofing, deck and balcony waterproofing, exterior wall sealing, and flashing and joint waterproofing, tailored for San Francisco's coastal climate.
• Roof Maintenance Routine maintenance and repair services including leak repairs, coatings, gutter cleaning, restoration, and specialized services for tile, shingle, built-up, single-ply, slate, and modified roofing systems.
• Residential Roof Installation New construction and replacement roof installation for San Francisco homes, including free estimates, material selection, permit filing, old roof removal, and warranty documentation.
• Deck Coating Waterproof deck coating services protecting outdoor surfaces from foot traffic, rain, and UV exposure.

Quantifiable outcome

• Roof waterproofing systems typically last 10-20 years for liquid-applied membranes and 20-30+ years for built-up and sheet membrane systems

Named customers4 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• RoofConnectminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIndustry network membership providing access to resources, training, and business development tools for roofing contractors.
• National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA)coreOthersPrimary industry association membership providing leadership, training resources, and industry standards. Company president Frank Lawson Jr. served as NRCA President 1993-1994.
• Roofing Contractors Association of California (RCAC)coreOthersState-level industry association providing advocacy, training, and networking for California roofing contractors. Board membership held by Richard Lawson.
• Western States Roofing Contractors Association (WSRCA)coreOthersRegional industry association for Western US roofing contractors. Multiple Hall of Fame inductees from Lawson family.
• Associated Roofing Contractors of the Bay AreacoreOthersLocal industry association for Bay Area roofing contractors. Multiple Hall of Fame inductees including Frank Lawson Jr. and Richard Lawson.
• San Francisco Chamber of CommerceminorOthersLocal business membership organization supporting Bay Area businesses and community development.
• Better Business BureauminorOthersAccredited business member providing consumer trust and dispute resolution. Recipient of BBB-Louis Keefer award.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Nations Roof: One of the largest U.S. commercial roofing contractors, offering installation, maintenance, and repair across single-ply, metal, built-up, and modified systems. Comparable to Lawson's commercial roofing and maintenance offering, but at national scale.
• Flynn: Major North American roofing and building envelope contractor (now part of APi Group), serving commercial, institutional, and industrial clients. Comparable to Lawson's commercial roofing and waterproofing scope but operating nationally and at far greater scale.
• Tecta America: Largest commercial roofing contractor in the United States, operating across all major roofing systems and geographies. Comparable to Lawson as a full-service commercial roofing installer, but at vastly greater scale and geographic reach.
• Greenwood Industries: National commercial roofing and architectural metalwork contractor serving industrial, institutional, and government clients. Comparable to Lawson's commercial roofing and waterproofing work, especially on institutional projects similar to Lawson's City Hall/Stanford portfolio.
• Bone Dry Roofing: Large multi-state residential and commercial roofing franchise network. Comparable to Lawson in core residential/commercial roofing services but with a franchise-driven growth model and broader geographic footprint.
• Klaus Roofing Systems: Multi-state residential and light-commercial roofing franchise network offering roof repair, replacement, and related exterior services. Comparable to Lawson's residential roofing offering, though primarily franchise-driven rather than family-operated.
• Roofing Corporation of America: National commercial roofing platform formed via roll-up of regional contractors, providing installation, maintenance, and emergency services. Comparable to Lawson's commercial service mix and represents the consolidator archetype that regional independents like Lawson may need to contend with.

Regional players

• Baker Roofing Company: Family-owned commercial and residential roofing contractor in the U.S. Southeast with a similar mix of installation, repair, and maintenance services. Comparable to Lawson's family-owned, full-service residential/commercial model, but operating in a different region.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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