What Smith Roofing does

Joseph S. Smith Roofing, Inc. (d/b/a Smith Roofing) is a third-generation, family-owned commercial and industrial roofing contractor headquartered in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, serving the tri-state area of Eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. Founded in 1952 by Joseph Smith and now in its third generation of family leadership (Brendon Smith), the company specializes in roofing systems for factories, warehouses, retail centers, malls, offices, healthcare facilities, and institutional properties. Over its 70+ year history, Smith Roofing has completed more than 20,000 projects with an Experience Modification Rating (EMR) of 0.719, materially below the industry average of 1.0, supported by a unionized Local 30 workforce and company-wide OSHA training. Major disclosed clients include Acme Markets, Cushman & Wakefield (exclusive 10+ year relationship), Weight Watchers Philadelphia, Rycon Construction, Deptford Mall, Gamesa, Laborers District Council, and Alliance for Progress Charter School.

The company delivers services rather than packaged products across six core lines: New Construction Roofing, Re-Roofing (including total tear-off and replacement), Maintenance & Service Programs, Roof Assessment (free, no-obligation), Sheet Metal Fabrication and Installation (steel, aluminum, copper, stainless steel), and Carpentry Services. Operating in a material-agnostic mode, Smith Roofing installs Built-Up Roofing (BUR), TPO, EPDM Rubber, PVC, Modified Bitumen, and Green Roofing Options as a certified/authorized applicator for multiple manufacturers including Carlisle Syntec, Firestone, Sarnafil (Sika), GAF, Versico, DuroLast, and Fibertite. Drone-based roof inspections using sensors and advanced software represent a notable inspection capability positioned for accuracy and safety advantages over traditional methods.

Commercially, Smith Roofing operates a direct enterprise field-sales motion targeting commercial and industrial property owners, facility managers, general contractors, and institutional clients through estimator-led free on-site assessments. Revenue is primarily one-time project fees for installation, augmented by recurring maintenance and service revenue from post-installation programs; pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. Distribution is solely direct — no resellers, distributors, or e-commerce channels are used — with lead flow driven by website, organic search, manufacturer referrals, and repeat enterprise relationships. The company is privately held with no external investors, has not undergone M&A or restructuring, and reports no funding activity in the input data.

Name

Smith Roofing

Legal name

Joseph S. Smith Roofing, Inc.

Website

https://smithroof.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1952

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Smith Roofing is a third-generation, family-owned commercial and industrial roofing contractor founded in 1952 in Langhorne, PA, serving Eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware with new construction, re-roofing, maintenance, and sheet metal fabrication for enterprise clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial & Industrial Roofing Services

NAICS

Roofing Contractors (23816)

SIC

Asphalt Paving & Roofing Materials (2950), Sheet Metal Work (3444)

akta.pro primary industry

Roof Installation & Replacement (HSAPAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Built-Up Roofing (BUR) (IMADAFAH), Roof Repair & Leak Remediation (HSAPAKAB)

Keywords

• Commercial roofing services
• Industrial roofing systems
• Sheet metal fabrication
• Roof maintenance programs
• Re-roofing solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Langhorne

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Roof Installation - New Construction & Re-Roofing: Project-based revenue from new roof construction, total tear-off and replacement, and re-roofing services for commercial and industrial properties. Revenue is earned as one-time project fees based on scope, materials, and labor.
2. Maintenance & Service Contracts: Ongoing servicing and maintenance programs offered post-installation to maintain roof health and extend roof lifespan, generating recurring service revenue.
3. Roof Assessment Services: Free roof assessments provided to prospective clients, generating project leads for downstream installation and service work.
4. Sheet Metal Fabrication & Installation: Custom exterior fabrication and installation of steel, aluminum, copper, stainless steel and other metals for commercial and industrial applications, billed as part of construction projects.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Smith Roofing is a commercial and industrial roofing contractor that installs, replaces, and maintains roofing systems for factories, warehouses, retail properties, malls, offices, schools, and institutional facilities across the tri-state area (Eastern PA, NJ, DE). Services include new construction roofing, re-roofing and tear-offs, ongoing maintenance programs, free roof assessments, sheet metal fabrication and installation in steel, aluminum, copper, and stainless steel, and carpentry work tied to roofing projects. The company also offers drone-based roof inspections and Value Engineering on new construction projects.

Product overview

Smith Roofing (Joseph S. Smith Roofing, Inc.) is a third-generation family-owned commercial and industrial roofing contractor offering service-based solutions, not a product company. The company provides a comprehensive suite of roofing services including Sheet Metal Services (exterior fabrication and installation of steel, aluminum, copper, stainless steel), Carpentry Services, New Construction Roofing, Re-Roofing Services, Maintenance & Service Programs, and Roof Assessment. The company specializes in multiple roof system types including Built Up Roofing (BUR), TPO, EPDM Rubber, PVC, Modified Roofs, Green Roofing Options, and Metal Roofing. Services are delivered throughout the tri-state area (Eastern PA, NJ, DE) with free assessments offered to potential customers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Sheet Metal Services Exterior fabrication and installation of steel, aluminum, copper, stainless steel and other metals for commercial and industrial roofing applications.
• Carpentry Services Installation of various types of carpentry work performed during the construction phase of roofing projects.
• New Construction Roofing Collaborative roofing services working with architects and construction companies based on blueprints and custom specifications, including Value Engineering, for new commercial and industrial buildings.
• Re-Roofing Services Comprehensive evaluation of existing roof conditions with options including patchwork, retrofit, or total tear-off solutions for commercial and industrial properties.
• Maintenance & Service Programs Ongoing servicing and maintenance programs to maintain roof health and extend roof lifespan, generating recurring service revenue for commercial and industrial clients.
• Roof Assessment Free professional roof evaluations by qualified estimators to determine customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions, offered at no cost in the tri-state area (Eastern PA, NJ, DE).

Quantifiable outcome

• Experience Modification Rating (EMR) of 0.719 — significantly below the industry average of 1.0, indicating superior safety performance and lower insurance costs for clients.
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers9 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

Feature1 record

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Carlisle SynteccoreTechnology or IntegrationCarlisle Syntec is a major manufacturer of commercial roofing systems including TPO and EPDM membranes. Smith Roofing uses Carlisle products on installation projects and is listed as a certified/authorized applicator, generating mutual brand credibility and technical support.
• Firestone Building ProductscoreTechnology or IntegrationFirestone is a leading manufacturer of commercial roofing systems. Smith Roofing specifies Firestone TPO, EPDM, and other systems on projects and is an authorized Firestone installer, qualifying projects for manufacturer warranties.
• Sarnafil (a Sika Company)coreTechnology or IntegrationSarnafil produces PVC roofing membranes. Smith Roofing installs Sarnafil PVC systems on commercial and industrial projects, qualifying for extended manufacturer warranties.
• GAFmajorTechnology or IntegrationGAF is one of the largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturers in North America. Smith Roofing uses GAF products as part of its material-agnostic approach to roof system solutions.
• FibertitemajorTechnology or IntegrationFibertite manufactures PVC roofing membranes. Smith Roofing specified Fibertite PVC on perimeter roof sections of the 1701 Market Street project.
• DuroLastmajorTechnology or IntegrationDuroLast is a manufacturer of custom-fabricated PVC roofing systems. Listed as a manufacturer partner on Smith Roofing's website.
• SIKAmajorTechnology or IntegrationSika is a global specialty chemicals company producing roofing membranes and waterproofing systems. Parent company of Sarnafil. Listed as a manufacturer partner.
• VersicomajorTechnology or IntegrationVersico is a manufacturer of TPO and EPDM roofing systems. Listed as a manufacturer partner.
• ABC Supply Co.majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorABC Supply is a major wholesale distributor of building materials, serving as a key supply chain partner for Smith Roofing's material procurement.
• Beacon Building ProductsmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBeacon is a leading wholesale building materials distributor in North America. Listed as a supplier partner for Smith Roofing.
• AirgasminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAirgas supplies industrial gases and safety equipment. Listed as a supplier partner.
• New Castle Building ProductsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNew Castle Building Products is a distributor of building materials in the mid-Atlantic region. Listed as a supplier partner.
• Panther EastminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPanther East is a building materials distributor. Listed as a supplier partner.
• ProfastminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProfast is a building materials distributor. Listed as a supplier partner.
• TFCminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTFC (Tower Fastening & Components or similar) is a building materials supplier. Listed as a supplier partner.
• Universal Supply Co.minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUniversal Supply Co. is a regional distributor of building materials. Listed as a supplier partner.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• CentiMark Corporation: Largest commercial roofing contractor in North America, providing roof installation, repair, and maintenance across TPO, EPDM, metal, and other commercial roof systems for industrial, commercial, and institutional clients — directly comparable in service mix, customer base, and project types.
• Nations Roof: National commercial roofing contractor specializing in new construction, re-roofing, and maintenance of low-slope and steep-slope roof systems for commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities — directly comparable offering and customer profile.
• Baker Roofing Company: Southeast US-based commercial and industrial roofing contractor providing roof installation, repair, and sheet metal services to commercial property owners and general contractors — closely comparable service scope and project type to Smith Roofing.
• Roofing Corp of America: Multi-state commercial roofing platform providing installation, repair, and maintenance services to commercial and industrial customers — directly comparable in service offering, customer type, and project-based business model.
• Greenwood Industries: Commercial and industrial roofing contractor delivering new construction, re-roofing, and sheet metal services for institutional and industrial customers — directly comparable service mix, sheet metal capability, and customer base.
• Bone Dry Roofing: Multi-state commercial and residential roofing contractor offering roof installation, repair, and maintenance with a focus on commercial accounts — comparable service mix to Smith Roofing with a broader geographic footprint across the Midwest and Southeast.
• Flynn: North American commercial roofing and building envelope contractor delivering roof installation, repair, and maintenance for institutional and commercial customers — comparable service offering with significantly larger geographic reach than Smith Roofing.
• Tecta America: National commercial roofing contractor offering installation, repair, and maintenance of TPO, EPDM, metal, and other commercial roof systems to industrial and institutional customers — overlapping service offering and customer segments with Smith Roofing.

Broad incumbents

• Tremco Incorporated: Large commercial roofing and building envelope solutions provider (subsidiary of RPM International) offering roofing systems, restoration, and maintenance alongside a much broader construction products portfolio — overlapping capabilities with Smith Roofing but at materially larger scale and scope.

Regional players

• Deer Park Roofing: Midwest US-based commercial and industrial roofing contractor offering installation, repair, and maintenance services to property managers and general contractors — comparable service mix to Smith Roofing but operating in a different geography without direct tri-state overlap.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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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