What Salmon Solutions does

Salmon Solutions Limited is a UK-based specialist roofing and cladding contractor founded in 1996, headquartered in Ottershaw, Surrey, operating nationwide. The company installs hard metal roofing systems (zinc, copper, aluminium, stainless steel, and lead) using standing seam, flat lock, and interlocking panel techniques, alongside single ply membrane roofing (PVC systems from Renolit, Sika Sarnafil, Protan, and Bauder) and external metal cladding. It functions as an approved installer for 17+ leading material manufacturers including VM Zinc, elZinc, Rheinzink, KME, Aurubis, and Prefa, with its VM Zinc At Work partnership enabling 30-year material warranties versus the standard 10-year. The business is privately held, family-owned (founded by a father and son duo), bootstrapped with no external investment, and employs 11-50 staff led by Managing Director Chris Salmon (35+ years industry experience) and a team of estimators, contracts managers, and specialist site foremen across hard metal, single ply, and cladding disciplines.

The company serves commercial, educational, domestic/residential, and industrial sectors across the UK, with a portfolio including landmark projects at the National History Museum, Westminster Cathedral, St Pauls Girls School, Charterhouse School, Vodafone UK's Smale House, and Ascot Racecourse. Revenue is earned through project-based quotations on a quote-driven, direct-sales model with no publicly disclosed pricing. Multi-year contracts and site surveys are delivered through an in-house team, supplemented by referrals from architects, principal contractors, and material manufacturer networks. Marketing leverages a content-rich website, Google reviews (4.8 rating across 74 reviews), supplier partner co-marketing, and a sustained record of industry awards (FTMRC, RCI, SPRA, Sussex Heritage Trust, Facade Awards UK).

Salmon Solutions is a founding member of the Federation of Traditional Metal Roofing Contractors (FTMRC), a member of the Single Ply Roofing Association (SPRA), and holds CHAS, ConstructionLine, CSCS, SMSTS, SSSTS, IPAF, and PASMA accreditations. Its competitive moat rests on regulatory credentials, multi-manufacturer approval breadth, deep technical craftsmanship in scarce hard metal trades, and an award-winning project portfolio that lowers customer acquisition friction in the heritage, educational, and premium commercial segments.

Name

Salmon Solutions

Legal name

Salmon Solutions Limited

Website

https://salmonsolutions.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Salmon Solutions is a UK-based specialist roofing and cladding contractor installing hard metal (zinc, copper, aluminium, stainless steel) and single ply membrane systems for commercial, educational, residential, and heritage clients nationwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Roofing and Cladding Installation Services

NAICS

Roofing Contractors (23816)

akta.pro primary industry

Metal Roofing Systems (IMADAFAB)

Keywords

• Metal roofing installation
• Cladding installation
• Single ply membrane roofing
• Roofing contractor services
• Zinc roofing services

Headquarters

HQ city

Ottershaw

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Roofing and Cladding Installation Services: Project-based revenue from installation of metal roofing, single ply membranes, and cladding systems for commercial, industrial, and domestic clients. Revenue earned through competitive project bidding and direct client engagement.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Salmon Solutions is a specialist UK roofing and cladding contractor that installs hard metal roofing systems (zinc, copper, aluminium, stainless steel, lead), single ply membrane roofing, metal cladding, and aluminium fascias/soffits. The company operates nationwide from its headquarters in Ottershaw, Surrey, delivering project-based installation services for commercial, educational, industrial, and domestic clients.

Product overview

Salmon Solutions is a specialist roofing and cladding contractor offering a comprehensive portfolio of metal roofing, single ply membrane roofing, and external cladding installation services. The company operates as a single unified service offering, delivering installation expertise across multiple material types and brands rather than a platform-plus-modules architecture. Core service offerings include zinc roofing (using elZinc, VMZinc, Rheinzink brands), copper roofing (KME, Aurubis), aluminium roofing (Prefa), stainless steel roofing (GreenCoat PLX, Uginox FME), single ply membrane roofing (Renolit, Sika Sarnafil, Protan, Bauder), metal cladding, lead roofing, and aluminium fascias & soffits. The company serves domestic, commercial, and industrial sectors across the UK, functioning as an approved installer for major material manufacturers while providing the actual installation craftsmanship.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Quantifiable outcome

• Zinc roofs last 60-100 years with proper installation
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• ConstructionLinecoreOthers · 1 October 2026ConstructionLine accreditation provides pre-qualification for public and private sector procurement. Certificate valid through October 2026.
• CHAS (Contractors Health and Safety Assessment Scheme)coreOthers · 1 April 2026CHAS accreditation demonstrates Salmon Solutions meets health and safety requirements for working as contractors. Certificate valid through September 2026.
• FTMRC (Federation of Traditional Metal Roofing Contractors)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2026Salmon Solutions was one of the founding members of FTMRC, contributing to the renowned legacy of being a pioneer and innovator in the hard metal roofing field. FTMRC accreditation demonstrates meeting criteria required for approval by the industry's leading independent trade federation, also allowing insurance-backed guarantees on hard metal roofing work.
• SPRA (Single Ply Roofing Association)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2026SPRA represents the single ply roofing industry within the UK. Salmon's SPRA membership means they are audited annually to ensure high-standard working practices and manufacturer specification compliance. Membership provides access to advice, resources, and training for the workforce.
• VM Zinc (VMZINC At Work)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2026Salmon are a VM Zinc At Work partner, fully approved to work with all products from this leading zinc roofing manufacturer. Accreditation achieved through regular training days. All VM Zinc products installed by approved installers receive a 30-year material warranty (vs standard 10-year warranty).
• elZinccoreTechnology or IntegrationApproved installer of elZinc zinc roofing and cladding products. ElZinc is a leading manufacturer of zinc products for architecture and construction.
• RheinzinkcoreTechnology or IntegrationApproved installer of Rheinzink zinc roofing and cladding products. Rheinzink is a German manufacturer of titanium zinc products.
• KME CoppercoreTechnology or IntegrationApproved installer of KME copper products including TECU series for roofing and cladding applications.
• Aurubis CoppercoreTechnology or IntegrationApproved installer of Aurubis copper products for standing seam roofing and cladding installations.
• Sika (including Sarnafil)coreTechnology or IntegrationSika Approved Installer for Sika Sarnafil single ply membrane roofing systems. Certified through annual training and compliance verification.
• RenolitcoreTechnology or IntegrationApproved installer of Renolit Alkorplan single ply membrane products. Winner of Renolit Alkorplan Single Ply Installer of the Year 2016.
• ProtancoreTechnology or IntegrationApproved installer of Protan single ply membrane roofing products for flat and low-pitched roof applications.
• BaudercoreTechnology or IntegrationApproved installer of Bauder single ply membrane roofing products.
• PrefacoreTechnology or IntegrationApproved installer of Prefa aluminium roofing and cladding products. Worked closely with Prefa on multiple projects including Forza Wine rooftop bar and Ascot Racecourse.
• GreenCoat PLXcoreTechnology or IntegrationApproved installer of GreenCoat PLX stainless steel roofing products for standing seam applications.
• Uginox FMEcoreTechnology or IntegrationApproved installer of Uginox stainless steel batten cap and standing seam roofing systems.
• AlumascsupportingTechnology or IntegrationApproved installer of Alumasc aluminium fascias, soffits, and rainwater goods for architectural detailing.
• GuttermastersupportingTechnology or IntegrationApproved installer of Guttermaster aluminium rainwater management systems.
• DalessupportingTechnology or IntegrationApproved installer of Dales aluminium fascias and soffits products.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• IKO Group: International manufacturer of waterproofing and roofing systems including single ply membranes. Comparable as a manufacturer with UK approved installer networks that overlap with Salmon's single ply service offering.
• Bauder (UK): Major UK roofing manufacturer and approved installer network operator for bituminous, single ply, and green roof systems. Comparable as it is both a supplier Salmon works with and a competitor offering manufacturer-led installation services.
• SIG Roofing: UK's largest specialist roofing distributor supplying pitched and flat roofing materials alongside some installation services. Comparable as a UK-wide roofing ecosystem participant, though its primary model is distribution rather than contracting.
• Sika Roofing (Sarnafil): Global building envelope manufacturer whose Sarnafil single ply membrane is one of Salmon's core product lines. Comparable as a manufacturer-approved installer network that competes with independents while also supplying Salmon.

Direct peers

• BriggsAmasco: Long-established UK roofing contractor specialising in built-up roofing, single ply, hot melt, and metal roofing for commercial and industrial clients. Comparable specialist contractor model with nationwide coverage that competes with Salmon on commercial single ply and metal envelope projects.
• Avonside Group: One of the UK's largest roofing contractors offering pitched roofing, flat roofing, cladding, and solar across commercial and residential. Directly comparable as a UK-wide roofing and cladding contractor with overlapping services to Salmon's metal and single ply offerings.
• Lakesmere (now part of Pole Star): UK building envelope contractor specialising in roofing, cladding, and rainscreen systems for commercial and public-sector projects. Comparable as a metal roofing and cladding specialist serving similar architects and main contractors in the UK.
• Topek Ltd: UK specialist contractor focused on metal roofing, cladding, and rainscreen systems including zinc, copper, and aluminium. Closely comparable to Salmon in specialism, material set, and project types (education, commercial, residential).

Emerging players

• Freemont Group (Freemont Roofing): UK roofing contractor offering pitched roofing, cladding, and flat roofing services across commercial and residential sectors. Comparable as a smaller UK roofing and cladding contractor competing for similar project types in the mid-market segment.

Regional players

• Castleoak: UK construction and development contractor specialising in residential, retirement, and extra-care schemes. Comparable as a UK contractor that specifies metal roofing and cladding systems on premium residential projects like Salmon's Barwick Farm and Victoria Court.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/salmon_group
• Facebookfacebook.com/salmonsolutions
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/salmon-solutions

Compliance10 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

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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