The Barrett Company
The Barrett Company is a Cleveland-based specialty manufacturer, founded in 1928, that produces commercial roofing and waterproofing membrane systems (RamTough 250, Black Pearl, Ram Cold Tar Plus) and a full green-roof assembly sold through certified applicators to commercial contractors, architects, and institutional building owners.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1928
- HeadquartersCleveland, United States
- Headcount1–10
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What The Barrett Company does
The Barrett Company is a Cleveland-based specialty manufacturer founded in 1928 that designs, produces, and supplies high-performance commercial roofing and waterproofing systems. Its product portfolio centers on three flagship membrane technologies — RamTough 250 (hot fluid-applied rubberized asphalt using SBS polymers and unoxidized asphalt applied at ~215 mil thickness), Black Pearl (cold fluid-applied sheet membrane with three rubber modifiers engineered for 250 psi hydrostatic resistance and cold-weather application), and Ram Cold Tar Plus (coal-tar-pitch-fortified SEBS roof restoration coating). Around these cores, Barrett assembles a comprehensive waterproofing and green-roof system: reflective coatings (Ram Ultra-White, Ram Ultra-Silver — both ENERGY STAR rated), PMMA and neoprene flashings, geotextile reinforcement fabrics, HDPE root barriers, drainage composites, and the proprietary GreenRoof-Roofscapes vegetative roof assembly, supported by single-source system warranties.
The Barrett Company firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- The Barrett Company
- Legal name
- Barrett Company
- Website
- https://barrettroofs.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1928
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1–10 employees
- Short description
- The Barrett Company is a Cleveland-based specialty manufacturer, founded in 1928, that produces commercial roofing and waterproofing membrane systems (RamTough 250, Black Pearl, Ram Cold Tar Plus) and a full green-roof assembly sold through certified applicators to commercial contractors, architects, and institutional building owners.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
The Barrett Company industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Commercial Roofing Materials
- NAICS
- Asphalt Shingle and Coating Materials Manufacturing (324122), Asphalt Paving, Roofing, and Saturated Materials Manufacturing (32412), Paint and Coating Manufacturing (32551)
- SIC
- Asphalt Paving & Roofing Materials (2950), Paints, Varnishes, Lacquers, Enamels & Allied Prods (2851), Gaskets, Packg & Sealg Devices & Rubber & Plastics Hose (3050)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Roofing Systems & Waterproofing (Membranes, Shingles, TPO/EPDM, Liquid-Applied) (IMAFAMAA)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Roof Coatings & Liquid-Applied Roofing (IMADAFAK), Primers, Bonding Agents & Surface Preparation Products (IMADAOAK), Roofing Adhesives, Sealants & Leak Repair (IMADAOAF)
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Where The Barrett Company is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Cleveland
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
The Barrett Company business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Roofing and Waterproofing Products: The Barrett Company manufactures and sells high-performance roofing and waterproofing systems to commercial contractors, architects, and building owners through a network of approved applicators and distributors.
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels5 records
The Barrett Company product offering
Product offeringCore offering
The Barrett Company manufactures and sells high-performance commercial roofing and waterproofing systems, including hot fluid-applied rubberized asphalt membranes (RamTough 250), cold fluid-applied systems (Black Pearl, Ram Cold Tar Plus), reflective coatings, and complete green roof assemblies. Products are specified by architects and installed by a nationwide network of Barrett Approved Applicators on commercial, institutional, and government buildings.
Product overview
The Barrett Company is a manufacturer of commercial roofing and waterproofing systems founded in 1928, now part of Keene Family of Companies. Their product portfolio centers on three flagship waterproofing membrane systems: RamTough 250 (hot fluid-applied rubberized asphalt), Black Pearl (cold-applied sheet membrane), and Ram Cold Tar Plus (cold-applied restoration coating). These core systems are complemented by a comprehensive range of coatings including Ram Ultra-White (acrylic) and Ram Ultra-Silver (aluminum), flashing products like Ram Quick Flash PMMA and RamFlash 327 HDR, and accessories including PolyFelt reinforcement fabrics, protection courses, sealants, and drainage components. Their GreenRoof-Roofscapes line offers complete vegetative roof solutions with root barriers, growing media, and vegetation. Products are primarily distributed through a network of Barrett Approved Applicators and are backed by single-source system warranties.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- RamTough: Hot rubberized asphalt waterproofing and roofing system product line launched in 1982
- Black Pearl
- Greenroof-Roofscapes
- Ram Cold Tar Plus
- Ram Ultra-White
- Ram Ultra-Silver
- Ram Quick Flash PMMA
- Terra-BARRIER
- KeeneSeal 100
Products and services
- RamTough 250 Hot-applied rubberized asphalt waterproofing membrane that forms a completely monolithic, seamless waterproof barrier without joints. Composed of SBS rubber polymers, refined unoxidized asphalt, recycled tires, and mineral filler. Used by approved applicators on commercial roof and waterproofing projects.
- Black Pearl Sheet Membrane
Quantifiable outcome
- Ram Cold Tar Plus can save 40-60% of full roof replacement costs
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use The Barrett Company
Customer profileNamed customers9 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
The Barrett Company technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
The Barrett Company partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
One partnership is on record.
- Columbia Green TechnologiesminorGreen roof partner providing collaborative solutions for vegetative roof projects. Described as proud partnership delivering affordable and high-quality products.
Scale indicators4 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
The Barrett Company competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Siplast: Siplast is a long-standing U.S. manufacturer of modified bitumen (SBS) and hot/cold fluid-applied roofing and waterproofing membranes, with a comparable hot-rubberized asphalt heritage and a similar specification-driven commercial contractor channel as Barrett.
- Mule-Hide Products: Mule-Hide Products manufactures modified bitumen, single-ply and fluid-applied commercial roofing systems distributed through a two-step contractor network, structurally mirroring Barrett's Approved Applicator sales motion.
- Polyglass USA: Polyglass manufactures modified bitumen membranes, coatings and self-adhered waterproofing systems used on commercial low-slope roofs — directly comparable to Barrett's hot and cold fluid-applied rubberized asphalt portfolio.
Broad incumbents
- Tremco Roofing: Tremco Roofing & Building Maintenance is a broad building-envelope incumbent offering fluid-applied membranes, coatings, sealants, and roof restoration systems across commercial and institutional segments — directly overlapping Barrett's hot/cold-applied and coating portfolio.
- Sika Sarnafil: Sika's roofing division includes Sarnafil single-ply membranes plus liquid-applied and bituminous waterproofing systems, making Sika a broader incumbent that competes with Barrett in fluid-applied rubberized asphalt and below-grade waterproofing.
- Firestone Building Products: Firestone Building Products (Holcim) manufactures commercial roofing membranes, including EPDM/RubberGard and modified bitumen assemblies, making it a broad incumbent competing with Barrett in modified bitumen and adjacent single-ply categories.
- Carlisle Construction Materials: Carlisle SynTec / Carlisle Construction Materials supplies EPDM, TPO and modified bitumen commercial roofing systems and accessories, putting it in direct competition with Barrett's commercial and institutional roofing customers.
- Johns Manville Roofing Systems: Johns Manville produces a full range of commercial roofing products including modified bitumen (Dynaflex) and single-ply membranes, addressing the same commercial building-owner and contractor segments targeted by Barrett.
- GAF Commercial Roofing: GAF's commercial roofing business (incl. EverGuard TPO and modified bitumen systems) competes with Barrett across new construction and reroof projects at federal, commercial, and institutional owners.
- Siplast (parent context) / IKO: IKO is a North American manufacturer of modified bitumen membranes, BUR and commercial roofing systems with overlapping commercial and institutional sales channels competing directly with Barrett's product set.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
The Barrett Company social profiles
Digital presenceThe Barrett Company compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance5 records
The Barrett Company financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
The Barrett Company leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
The Barrett Company funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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The Barrett Company M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about The Barrett Company
What does The Barrett Company do?
The Barrett Company manufactures and sells high-performance commercial roofing and waterproofing systems, including hot fluid-applied rubberized asphalt membranes (RamTough 250), cold fluid-applied systems (Black Pearl, Ram Cold Tar Plus), reflective coatings, and complete green roof assemblies. Products are specified by architects and installed by a nationwide network of Barrett Approved Applicators on commercial, institutional, and government buildings.
Is The Barrett Company a public or private company?
The Barrett Company is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was The Barrett Company founded?
The Barrett Company was founded in 1928. It employs 1 to 10 people.
Where is The Barrett Company based?
The Barrett Company is headquartered in Cleveland, United States, in the North America region.
How does The Barrett Company make money?
One revenue line is on record: roofing and Waterproofing Products.
Who are The Barrett Company's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Siplast, Mule-Hide Products and Polyglass USA. Broad incumbents are Tremco Roofing, Sika Sarnafil, Firestone Building Products, Carlisle Construction Materials, Johns Manville Roofing Systems, GAF Commercial Roofing and Siplast (parent context) / IKO.
Does The Barrett Company have an API?
No public API is recorded for The Barrett Company.
What industry is The Barrett Company in?
The Barrett Company's product category is Commercial Roofing Materials. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAFAMAA, Roofing Systems & Waterproofing (Membranes, Shingles, TPO/EPDM, Liquid-Applied), with a secondary code of IMADAFAK, Roof Coatings & Liquid-Applied Roofing. Its NAICS code is 324122 and its SIC code is 2950.