What Commercial Roofing & Waterproofing does

Commercial Roofing & Waterproofing Hawaii, Inc. (CRW) is a full-service commercial roofing and waterproofing contractor founded in 1993 and headquartered in Waipahu, Hawaii, serving all Hawaiian Islands through offices on Oahu and Maui. The company provides roof replacement (tear-off and new installation), roof recovery, fluid-applied renewal, rehabilitation, new construction, above- and below-grade waterproofing, preventative maintenance programs, 24/7 emergency leak response, forensic leak investigation, gutter and downspout services, and photovoltaic (solar) integration. CRW installs and services a broad portfolio of roofing systems including single-ply TPO and PVC membranes (Sarnafil, GAF, Firestone, Carlisle), modified bitumen (Siplast, Garland), fluid-applied rubber coatings (Tremco, Hydrostop/GAF), standing seam metal (Kloeckner, HPM), insulated metal panels (Kirin), concrete and clay tile (Boral), and asphalt shingles (Malarkey).

The business model is project-based professional services revenue supplemented by a recurring maintenance subscription stream. Pricing is unit-based at $125/hr per man for a 2-man crew (standard hours) and $185/hr per man (after hours/weekends), plus materials, with a $250 minimum service charge. Go-to-market relies on enterprise field sales: estimators perform free on-site inspections, deliver custom proposals, and manage projects through completion, with customer acquisition driven by referrals, website/SEO, content marketing in trade publications, and industry association membership (NRCA, RCAH, BOMA, CAI, IREM, GCA Hawaii). Customer base spans commercial, industrial, retail, utilities, HOA/condominium associations, government (including airports, schools, and military installations such as Joint Base Pearl Harbor), healthcare, hospitality, education, and general contractor subcontractor relationships. Notable logos include Hawaiian Electric, Hilton Waikoloa Beach Resort, Walmart Mililani, Sam's Club Keeaumoku, BYU-Hawaii, Punahou School, Maunalani Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Dole Packaging, and Kahului Airport.

The company is founder-owned and led by President & CEO Guy Akasaki, with a workforce of 80+ employees and fleet including multiple cranes. CRW holds Hawaii contractor licenses B, C42, C55, C13, and C44a (license #BC-18179), maintains AM Best A+ XV bonding with 100% performance & payment bonding, and holds elite NDL warranty certification with 40+ roofing manufacturers. The company has earned multiple awards including PBN Fastest 50 (1996, 2001), Inc. 500/5000 (2007), PBN Best in Business (2010), Roofing Contractors Association of Hawaii Contractor of the Year (2014), GCA Safety Award (2020), and NRCA MVP (2021).

Name

Commercial Roofing & Waterproofing

Legal name

Commercial Roofing & Waterproofing Hawaii, Inc.

Website

https://commercialroofinginc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Commercial Roofing & Waterproofing Hawaii is a full-service commercial roofing, waterproofing, and leak-response contractor founded in 1993, serving all Hawaiian Islands for commercial, industrial, government, healthcare, hospitality, and HOA clients with installation, maintenance, and solar integration services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Roofing & Waterproofing Services

NAICS

Roofing Contractors (23816), Roofing Contractors (238160)

SIC

Asphalt Paving & Roofing Materials (2950), Services-Miscellaneous Repair Services (7600)

akta.pro primary industry

Building Envelope & Weatherproofing (Roofing/Waterproofing/Gutters) (IMAIABAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Roof Coating, Sealing & Waterproofing (HSAGAKAG), Roof Flashing, Vent & Penetration Repair (Chimney/Skylight/Pipe Boots) (HSAGAKAF), Exterior Insulation & Weatherproofing (House Wrap, Air/Water Barriers) (HSAPAKAK)

Keywords

• Commercial roofing services
• Roof waterproofing solutions
• Roof maintenance programs
• Leak detection repair
• Industrial roofing contractors

Headquarters

HQ city

Waipahu

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Roofing Services: Roof replacement, recovery, renewal, rehabilitation, and new construction services for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings across Hawaii
2. Waterproofing Services: Above and below grade waterproofing services for commercial buildings, including deck waterproofing and foundation waterproofing
3. Maintenance Programs: Preventative roof maintenance programs including semi-annual inspections, comprehensive reports, and discounted repairs
4. Leak Repair Services: Emergency leak response and repair services charged at hourly rates plus materials
5. Solar Services: Photovoltaic panel cleaning, roof inspections, and solar/roof interface inspections

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Commercial Roofing & Waterproofing Hawaii provides commercial, industrial, and residential roofing installation, replacement, repair, and maintenance services across all Hawaiian Islands. As a C-55 licensed contractor, the company also delivers above- and below-grade waterproofing solutions, 24/7 emergency leak response, and roof maintenance programs. Additional offerings include rain gutter and downspout installation and photovoltaic (solar) panel installation integrated with roofing systems.

Product overview

Commercial Roofing & Waterproofing is a full-service commercial roofing contractor offering a comprehensive portfolio of roofing and waterproofing solutions. The core service offerings include roofing installation/replacement, waterproofing, roof maintenance programs, leak repair, gutter services, and photovoltaic (solar) installation. They work with multiple roofing system types including single-ply membranes (TPO, PVC), modified bitumen, fluid-applied coatings, metal roofing, tile, and asphalt shingles. The company serves diverse sectors including commercial, industrial, retail, utilities, HOA, government, healthcare, hospitality, and education across all Hawaiian islands.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Commercial Roofing Services Complete roofing solutions for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings including roof replacement (tear-off and new installation), roof recovery (installing over existing roof), roof renewal (fluid-applied systems), roof rehabilitation (major repairs), and new construction. Services span single-ply membranes, modified bitumen, metal, tile, and asphalt shingle roof systems.
• Waterproofing Services Above and below grade waterproofing services for commercial buildings, including plaza decks, balconies, and planter boxes. Performed under C-55 contractor license.
• Roof Maintenance Programs Preventative maintenance programs including semi-annual inspections, comprehensive written reports with photos, prioritized recommendations, and a 10% discount on repairs. Programs help extend roof life, prevent premature failure, and uphold manufacturer warranties.
• Leak Response and Repairs 24/7 emergency leak response and repair services with dedicated teams. Includes forensic investigations, destructive testing, water testing, electronic leak detection, infrared moisture surveys, and capacitance testing.
• Raingutters & Downspouts Installation, repair, and replacement of commercial gutters, downspouts, and drainage systems. Offers custom and seamless gutters in copper, galvanized, aluminum, and stainless steel.
• Photovoltaic (Solar PV) Services Solar panel installation and related services including solar panel cleaning for maximum efficiency, roof cleaning and inspection, and inspection of PV panel/roof interface to identify leaks or moisture intrusion. Transforms roofs into income-producing assets.

Quantifiable outcome

• Roof maintenance programs cost as little as 1% of replacement value annually
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments11 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Sarnafil (Sika)coreTechnology or IntegrationCertified installer with elite status. Specializes in PVC membrane roofing systems including Sarnafil Décor for steep-slope applications.
• GAFcoreTechnology or IntegrationCommercial Chairman's Circle status. Certified for TPO and fluid-applied systems including Hydrostop. NDL warranty eligibility.
• Carlisle SynTeccoreTechnology or IntegrationCertified membrane roofing systems installer.
• MalarkeycoreTechnology or IntegrationCertified installer for Ecoasis asphalt shingle systems with solar reflective technology.
• Firestone Building ProductscoreTechnology or IntegrationPartner in Quality certified installer for TPO and modified bitumen systems.
• CertainTeedcoreTechnology or IntegrationCertified commercial roofing systems installer.
• SiplastcoreTechnology or IntegrationCertified installer for modified bitumen and waterproofing systems.
• TremcocoreTechnology or IntegrationCertified installer for fluid-applied roofing systems.
• GarlandcoreTechnology or IntegrationCertified installer for modified bitumen and standing seam metal systems.
• BoralcoreTechnology or IntegrationCertified installer for Inspire and Boral clay and concrete tile roofing systems.
• KloecknercoreTechnology or IntegrationStanding seam metal roofing systems installer.
• SopremacoreTechnology or IntegrationCertified waterproofing and roofing systems installer.
• NRCA (National Roofing Contractors Association)coreOthersMember association providing industry standards, training, and networking. Employee Riann Cayaban won NRCA MVP Award.
• Roofing Contractors Association of Hawaii (RCAH)coreOthersState industry association. CEO Guy Akasaki served in leadership positions and the company received Contractor of the Year award.
• BOMA HawaiicoreOthersBuilding Owners and Managers Association membership for commercial property industry networking.
• CAI (Community Associations Institute)coreOthersHOA and community association industry membership for networking with property managers and board members.
• IREMminorOthersInstitute of Real Estate Management membership for property management professionals.
• General Contractors Association of HawaiicoreOthersGCA Hawaii member. Company received 2020 GCA Safety Award for most improved safety performance.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Greenwood Industries: Commercial roofing and sheet metal contractor serving customers across multiple U.S. regions. Comparable to CRW in commercial roofing installation, repair, and maintenance scope, with similar institutional client mix.
• Baker Roofing Company: Mid-size commercial and residential roofing contractor operating across the southeastern U.S. Similar scope to CRW in re-roofing, repair, maintenance, and waterproofing, with comparable size and bonding-driven project eligibility.
• Allana Buick & Bers: Commercial roofing, waterproofing, and building envelope consultant/contractor with strong leak investigation and forensic capabilities. Highly comparable to CRW's waterproofing and forensic leak detection services, with similar institutional and government client focus.

Others

• Soprema: Global manufacturer of waterproofing and roofing systems with installer network. CRW is a Soprema certified installer for waterproofing and roofing systems, making Soprema both a supplier peer and a comparable waterproofing specialist at the product level.

Broad incumbents

• Tecta America Corp. One of the largest commercial roofing contractors in the United States, offering installation, repair, and maintenance across virtually every major roof system type. Highly comparable to CRW in service mix and customer verticals, but at national scale and with broader geographic reach.
• Flynn Group (formerly Flynn Roofing): Large North American roofing and glazing contractor with institutional client base. Comparable in commercial roofing and waterproofing service lines, though Flynn operates at materially larger scale across Canada and the U.S.
• Nations Roof: Top-10 U.S. commercial roofing contractor providing new construction, re-roofing, maintenance, and emergency services nationwide. Comparable to CRW in core offering and institutional customer focus, but operating across 30+ U.S. offices versus CRW's two-island footprint.
• Bone Dry Roofing: Multi-state commercial and residential roofing contractor offering installation, repair, and maintenance. Comparable service mix and customer profile to CRW, but with broader geographic footprint across the U.S. Midwest and Southeast.
• CentiMark Corporation: Largest commercial roofing contractor in North America, delivering roof installation, repair, and asset management. Closely comparable to CRW in service breadth (roofing, waterproofing, maintenance, coatings), but operates at significantly larger scale with national service delivery.
• Tremco Roofing and Building Maintenance: Major roofing manufacturer and service provider offering fluid-applied systems, single-ply membranes, and integrated building envelope solutions. Directly comparable to CRW because CRW is a Tremco certified installer (e.g., Tremco fluid-applied at Hilton Waikoloa), and Tremco combines product and contracting similarly.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/crwhawaii

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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