Black Roofing

What Black Roofing does

Black Roofing & Waterproofing is a privately held specialty contractor headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, founded in 1975 by Tim Black and rebranded under its current name in 2020. The company delivers commercial low-slope roofing, architectural sheet metal, residential steep-slope roofing, waterproofing systems (air barriers, plaza decks, below-grade, horizontal), spray polyurethane foam insulation, residential foundation drains, and 24/7 emergency repair and maintenance services. Operations are concentrated along the Colorado Front Range from Colorado Springs to Fort Collins, and the company targets complex, high-performance projects for healthcare, higher education, government, cultural, and multi-family/real estate clients.

The technical offering spans TPO, EPDM, PVC/KEE single-ply membranes, modified bitumen, built-up roofing, standing seam and patina-copper architectural metal systems, fluid-applied and sheet waterproofing membranes, and heat-trace/snow-melt electrical systems. The company holds top-tier manufacturer credentials with Versico (12 consecutive Gold Medal Quality Awards), Carlisle ESP, Sika Sarnafil Elite, Johns Manville Pinnacle Council, GAF Master, and Firestone Master, and has been recognized for high-complexity installations on the Denver Art Museum, Clyfford Still Museum, and the Museum of Contemporary Art.

Revenue is generated almost entirely through project-based contracts (one-time installation and re-roofing) plus smaller recurring streams from preventative maintenance, leak identification, roof assessments, emergency repairs, and spray foam services. Pricing is project-specific with free on-site estimates, a five-year labor guarantee on residential installations, and 5 to 20+ year material/labor warranties on roof coatings. Distribution is direct, via field sales estimators, a 24/7 emergency hotline, website lead capture, and referral relationships with general contractors (e.g., Mortenson), architects, and insurance partners (e.g., Moody Insurance).

Name

Black Roofing

Legal name

Black Roofing, Inc.

Website

https://blackroofing.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1975

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Black Roofing & Waterproofing is a Boulder, Colorado-based specialty contractor, founded in 1975, delivering commercial and residential roofing, waterproofing, architectural metal, spray foam insulation, and 24/7 emergency repair services across the Colorado Front Range.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial and Residential Roofing Services

NAICS

Roofing Contractors (23816), Roofing Contractors (238160)

SIC

Asphalt Paving & Roofing Materials (2950)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMAFAMAA

Roofing Systems & Waterproofing (Membranes, Shingles, TPO/EPDM, Liquid-Applied)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Construction & Civil Engineering/Building Envelope & Exterior Works (Roofing, Facades, Glazing)

SECONDARYHSAGAKAG

Roof Coating, Sealing & Waterproofing

Home & Personal Services/Home Repair, Maintenance & Handyman/Roof Repair & Maintenance

SECONDARYIMAFAMAI

Roof-Mounted Systems Integration (PV, Green Roofs, Roof Gardens, Snow Guards)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Construction & Civil Engineering/Building Envelope & Exterior Works (Roofing, Facades, Glazing)

Keywords

• Commercial roofing services
• Residential roofing services
• Building waterproofing services
• Architectural sheet metal
• Roof maintenance and repair

Headquarters

HQ city

Boulder

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, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Roofing Services: Revenue generated from new commercial construction, new residential construction, commercial re-roofing, residential re-roofing, roof coatings, and metal roofing installations. Services include both one-time project fees and potentially recurring maintenance contracts.
2. Waterproofing Services: Income from air barriers, amenity deck pavers, below-grade waterproofing, dampproofing, expansion joints, horizontal waterproofing, and pedestrian/vehicular coatings and sealers.
3. Architectural Metals: Revenue from metal roofing, metal wall panels, custom metal flashings, and snow retention systems for commercial and residential applications.
4. Maintenance and Service: Ongoing revenue from emergency repairs (24/7 availability), preventative maintenance programs, leak identification, roof assessments, and heat trace/snow melt applications.
5. Spray Foam Insulation: Vertical wall foam insulation and roof foam insulation services for commercial and residential buildings.
6. Residential Drains: Foundation perimeter drains, drain board, foundation insulation, under-slab gravel and insulation, radon mitigation, and vapor barriers for residential properties.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Black Roofing & Waterproofing is a Colorado-based roofing and waterproofing contractor that installs and services commercial low-slope roofing, residential shingle and metal roofing, architectural sheet metal, plaza deck and below-grade waterproofing, spray foam insulation, residential foundation drains, and 24/7 emergency roof repairs for the Front Range from Colorado Springs to Fort Collins. Founded in 1975, the company operates from Boulder and serves both commercial property owners and residential homeowners with manufacturer-certified installations backed by multi-year warranties.

Product overview

Black Roofing & Waterproofing is a commercial and residential roofing and waterproofing contractor offering a comprehensive portfolio of services organized into six core areas: Roofing Services (new construction, re-roofing, coatings, metal roofing), Waterproofing Services (air barriers, deck pavers, below-grade, horizontal waterproofing, coatings), Architectural Metals (custom metal roofing, wall panels, flashings, snow retention), Spray Foam Insulation, Residential Drains (foundation drains, radon mitigation, vapor barriers), and Maintenance & Emergency Services (24/7 repairs, preventative maintenance, leak identification, roof assessments). The company operates primarily in Colorado's Front Range serving Boulder County, Denver Metro Area, and mountain communities since 1975, with manufacturer partnerships including Versico, GAF, Johns Manville, Firestone, Sika Sarnafil, and Carlisle.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Roofing Services Full-scope roofing services for commercial and residential properties, including new construction, re-roofing, roof coatings, and metal roofing installations using TPO, EPDM, PVC, modified bitumen, built-up, and architectural metal systems.
• Waterproofing Services

Quantifiable outcome

• 12 consecutive years of Versico Gold Medal Quality Award recognition
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers22 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered community, core, supporting, key account, industry and referral.

• Habitat for HumanitycommunityStrategic or Co-development PartnerBlack Roofing & Waterproofing proudly partners with Habitat for Humanity to help build homes for people in need. The company donates labor and materials for roofs on new housing recipients. In Spring 2021, they partnered with Berthoud Habitat for Humanity donating labor and materials for roofs on new homes, helping fulfill the mission for low-income people who have inadequate housing.
• HOPE (Homelessness Organization)communityStrategic or Co-development PartnerBlack Roofing sponsors Celebrate HOPE events to help people experiencing homelessness in Longmont move toward self-sufficiency. Demonstrates community commitment beyond core business operations.
• Versico Roofing SystemscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVersico Gold Medal Quality Award recipient for 12 consecutive years. Certified installer for Versico TPO, EPDM, and PVC membrane systems. Preferred contractor status with access to manufacturer specifications, training, and warranty support.
• GAFcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGAF Master Contractor designation. Certified installer for GAF roofing products with access to manufacturer warranties and specifications.
• Carlisle SynTec SystemscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCarlisle ESP (Excellence in Single Ply) Contractor status. Certified installer for Carlisle commercial roofing systems.
• Sika SarnafilcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSika Sarnafil Elite Contractor designation. Certified installer for Sika Sarnafil waterproofing and roofing systems.
• Johns ManvillecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJohns Manville Pinnacle Council member. Certified installer for Johns Manville roofing products including EPDM membranes.
• Firestone Building ProductscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFirestone Master Contractor designation. Certified installer for Firestone commercial roofing systems.
• GenFlex Roofing SystemssupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerCertified installer for GenFlex TPO and EPDM roofing membrane systems.
• FiberTitesupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerCertified installer for FiberTite PVC membrane systems for single-ply applications.
• Mortensonkey accountChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGeneral contractor and construction company. Awarded Black Roofing the STAR Award recognizing outstanding contributions to Mortenson projects. Ongoing working relationship on commercial construction projects.
• Colorado Roofing AssociationindustryStrategic or Co-development PartnerActive member and award recipient. Won 2nd Place in Division I (2025) and CRA Job of the Year award for CU Boulder Center project.
• National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA)industryStrategic or Co-development PartnerActive member. Founder Tim Black remains active in NRCA. Recipient of NRCA Gold Circle Safety Award recognizing outstanding workmanship, safety preparedness and performance.
• Western States Roofing Contractors AssociationindustryStrategic or Co-development PartnerActive member of regional roofing industry association serving the Western United States.
• Moody InsurancereferralGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance company partnership. Moody Insurance references Black Roofing as a premier client, indicating ongoing business relationship and mutual referrals.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Tecta America: Largest commercial roofing contractor in the U.S., offering new construction, re-roofing, repair, and maintenance across all major low-slope and steep-slope systems. Directly comparable to Black Roofing's commercial low-slope, single-ply, and architectural sheet metal offering, but at substantially greater national scale.
• Flynn Group (Flynn Canada): North American roofing and building envelope contractor delivering new construction, re-roofing, architectural metals, and waterproofing services. Overlaps Black Roofing across commercial low-slope membranes, architectural sheet metal, and below-grade/horizontal waterproofing work.
• CentiMark Corporation: National commercial roofing and flooring contractor with service, maintenance, and replacement programs. Compares to Black Roofing's emergency repair, preventative maintenance, and re-roofing service lines, and offers similar manufacturer-certified installer positioning.
• Nations Roof: U.S. commercial roofing contractor providing new construction, re-roofing, maintenance, and waterproofing. Directly comparable to Black Roofing's commercial TPO/EPDM/PVC, modified bitumen, and service work for institutional and commercial clients.
• Greenwood Industries: Commercial roofing, architectural sheet metal, and waterproofing contractor specializing in low-slope systems and standing-seam metal. Closely aligns with Black Roofing's expertise in single-ply membranes, architectural metals, and custom flashings.
• Baker Roofing Company: Regional commercial and residential roofing, siding, and repair contractor of similar mid-market scale to Black Roofing, with comparable residential/commercial mix, manufacturer certifications, and multi-decade operating history.
• Weatherproofing Technologies Inc. (WTI) / Tremco Service: National roofing and waterproofing services division focused on maintenance, leak repair, and roof assessments. Closely comparable to Black Roofing's preventative maintenance, leak identification, and 24/7 emergency service revenue lines.
• Bone Dry Roofing: Multi-state residential and commercial roofing franchise network offering roofing, gutter, and waterproofing services. Comparable to Black Roofing's residential re-roofing, storm-damage repair, and leak-related service offerings at a smaller project size.

Broad incumbents

• Tremco Roofing & Building Maintenance: A major manufacturer-backed roofing, waterproofing, air-barrier, and building envelope solutions provider offering both products and contracted services. Comparable to Black Roofing's combined roofing and waterproofing portfolio, with broader national reach and product manufacturing integration.

Regional players

• Elite Roofing: Colorado-based commercial and residential roofing contractor serving the Front Range. Most direct geographic peer to Black Roofing, competing for the same institutional, healthcare, and residential customers in the Denver/Boulder market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/blackroofing
• Xx.com/blackroofing

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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