Robison Construction

What Robison Construction does

Robison Construction (legal entity Robison, Inc.) is a privately held, founder-owned regional exterior-construction contractor founded in early 2008 and headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with a second regional office in Urbandale (Greater Des Moines). The company delivers residential and commercial roofing (asphalt shingles, metal roofing, flat roofs), siding (LP Smart Siding), gutter systems, energy-efficient window replacement, and—through its authorized-dealer relationship with Energy Panel Structures—pre-engineered buildings using Post Frame and Solid Core construction. Operations span a roughly 120-mile radius across Eastern Iowa and the Greater Des Moines area, supported by project managers who run on-site free inspections and estimates, manage insurance-claim coordination for storm-damage work, and shepherd customers from material selection through cleanup.

Robison's core technical differentiator is its GAF Master Elite Contractor certification, a tier held by only about 3% of roofers nationwide, which qualifies the firm to offer the Golden Pledge warranty of up to 50 years on materials and 25 years on workmanship. The firm carries additional manufacturer relationships with Owens Corning and CertainTeed and holds BBB A+ accreditation since 2013, the GAF Triple Excellence Award, and consecutive GAF President's Club recognition from 2020-2025. Service delivery is field-based via direct sales teams organized around named project managers (Mitch, Brian, Jeremy, Frank Woods, Heidi, Matt), supplemented by phone-based inside sales and city-specific local-SEO landing pages targeting Cedar Rapids, Des Moines, Iowa City, Marion, Mount Vernon, North Liberty, and Tiffin.

The business model is overwhelmingly project-based, one-time fees per engagement, with a hybrid Payzer financing offering (60 months no interest, 7.99% for 180 months, 12 months no interest no payment, 9.99% for 120 months) designed to lower the upfront cost barrier for larger roofing and exterior packages. Revenue mix spans three primary streams: roofing services (residential and commercial), construction services (pre-engineered, agricultural, and custom buildings), and siding/exterior remodels. Customer concentration is intentionally broad across homeowners, small commercial accounts, and agricultural operators; notable community engagement includes post-2020-derecho work through the PATCH program for low- and moderate-income households. Owner Brad Robison remains operationally engaged, personally inspecting completed projects and serving as a founding member of the EPS Dealer Advisory Board. The company does not use external equity or venture funding and runs as a traditional regional trade contractor.

Name

Robison Construction

Legal name

Robison, Inc.

Website

https://robison-construction.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Robison Construction is a founder-owned, Cedar Rapids-based exterior contractor delivering residential and commercial roofing, LP Smart Siding, gutters, energy-efficient windows, and pre-engineered buildings across Eastern Iowa and Greater Des Moines, distinguished by GAF Master Elite certification and a 50-year material warranty.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Cedar Rapids

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Roofing Services: One-time service revenue from residential and commercial roofing installations, repairs, and replacements. Includes asphalt shingles, metal roofing, and flat roof systems.
2. Construction Services: Revenue from pre-engineered buildings, agricultural buildings, commercial buildings, and custom residential construction projects.
3. Siding and Exterior Services: LP Smart Siding installation, gutters, windows, and exterior remodeling services typically billed as one-time project fees.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Robison Construction provides roofing installation, repair, and replacement for residential and commercial properties, alongside complementary exterior services including LP Smart Siding, gutter systems, and energy-efficient window replacements. The company also acts as an authorized dealer for Energy Panel Structures (EPS) pre-engineered buildings, offering Post Frame and Solid Core construction for agricultural, industrial, residential, and commercial purposes across Eastern Iowa and the Greater Des Moines area.

Product overview

Robison Construction is a single-location service company offering integrated exterior home improvement and construction services. The core offerings center on roofing (residential, commercial, and metal), with complementary services including LP Smart Siding installation, gutter systems, and energy-efficient window replacements. As an authorized dealer for Energy Panel Structures (EPS), they also provide pre-engineered buildings using Post Frame and Solid Core construction methods. A financing program through Payzer is offered as an add-on payment option. The company operates as a unified service business rather than a platform-plus-modules architecture.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Residential Roofing Roofing installation, repair, and replacement services for residential homes, including asphalt shingles, metal roofing, and storm damage restoration. Targeted at homeowners in Eastern Iowa and the Greater Des Moines area.
• Commercial Roofing Roofing services for commercial buildings, including metal roofs, flat roofs, and new commercial construction roofing projects. Targeted at businesses in Iowa needing large-scale roofing solutions.
• Metal Roofing Metal roof installation and replacement services for residential, agricultural, and commercial properties.
• LP Smart Siding Installation Siding installation and replacement using LP SmartSide engineered wood siding products for residential and commercial properties.
• Gutter Systems Gutter installation, repair, and gutter guard services for residential and commercial properties.
• Energy-Efficient Window Replacements Window replacement services featuring energy-efficient products for residential homes.
• Pre-Engineered Buildings Authorized dealer for Energy Panel Structures (EPS), offering Post Frame and Solid Core construction pre-engineered buildings for agricultural, industrial, residential, and commercial purposes.
• Roof Repair Services Roof repair services including leak repair, shingle replacement, flashing repair, and emergency storm damage repairs for residential and commercial properties.
• Construction Services (Custom Buildings) Custom construction services for agricultural buildings, commercial buildings, and new residential homes, with custom creative designs using the latest building technology.

Quantifiable outcome

• 50-year warranty on materials through GAF partnership
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• GAFcoreTechnology or IntegrationGAF Master Elite Contractor certification (achieved by only ~3% of roofers nationwide). This partnership enables Robison to offer enhanced warranties backed by GAF including the Golden Pledge warranty with up to 50 years of material coverage and 25 years of workmanship coverage. Robison trains and tests with GAF annually to maintain certification.
• Energy Panel Structures (EPS)coreTechnology or IntegrationRobison is an authorized dealer for Energy Panel Structures (EPS), a manufacturer of high-quality pre-engineered buildings. Robison helps customers decide between Post Frame or Solid Core construction options. Brad Robison serves as a founding member of the EPS Dealer Advisory Board.
• BBB (Better Business Bureau)minorOthersBBB A+ Accredited Business since 2013, demonstrating commitment to ethical business practices and consumer protection.
• PATCH ProgramminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnered with PATCH program following the 2020 derecho to assist low to moderate income families in getting storm damage repaired. Completed several dozen projects through this program.
• PayzerminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFinancing partner that enables Robison to offer financing options to customers. Payzer provides pre-approval in minutes with no paperwork required, offering terms like 60 months no interest and various low-rate options.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Others

• ABC Supply Co. Largest U.S. distributor of roofing, siding, and exterior building materials. Not a direct competitor but a key supplier ecosystem player for Robison's GAF, Owens Corning, and CertainTeed installations.

Broad incumbents

• DaBella: National home remodeling brand offering roofing, siding, windows, and baths. Comparable residential exterior service bundle and direct-to-consumer sales motion, with broader geographic coverage.
• Power Home Remodeling: National exterior home remodeling company offering roofing, siding, windows, and gutters with a similar multi-trade sales-led model. Larger scale and national footprint versus Robison.
• Roofing Corp of America: PE-backed national roofing roll-up acquiring regional residential and commercial roofers. Comparable in service offerings and contractor business model; broader portfolio and capital base.
• Tecta America Commercial Roofing: National commercial roofing platform with extensive service and re-roofing operations. Overlaps with Robison's commercial roofing and pre-engineered building lines but at significantly greater scale and geographic breadth.
• Aspen Contracting: National residential roofing, siding, and gutter contractor with a similar storm-damage-driven GTM and exterior-remodeling service mix. Larger and more geographically dispersed than Robison.

Direct peers

• Bone Dry Roofing: Indianapolis-based residential and commercial roofing contractor serving the Midwest. Highly comparable to Robison in service mix (roofing, gutters, siding, storm damage) and regional mid-market positioning.

Regional players

• Quarve Contracting: Minnesota-based exterior remodeling contractor specializing in roofing, siding, windows, and insulation. Closely comparable service mix and Midwest operating geography, though serving a different state.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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