What Zappone Manufacturing does

Zappone Manufacturing, L.L.C. is a Spokane, Washington-based manufacturer founded in 1969 that designs and produces recyclable copper and aluminum shingles, copper bay window roof kits, and related roofing accessories for residential, commercial, and historic preservation applications. The firm sells direct to homeowners, contractors, architects, and commercial customers via phone, email, and a company website on a quote-based pricing model. Products are priced per square (100 sq ft) and shipped factory-direct; the firm reports shipping across all 50 U.S. states plus Singapore, Japan, Europe, South America, and the Caribbean.

The company's core product engineering centers on a four-way interlocking copper shingle system built from 99.96% pure copper and manufactured as individually crafted and inspected units. Key design features include an anti-capillary water channel, a shadow-cup geometry that places roughly 70% of each shingle on the roof deck for wind resistance, and (in the newest Diamond line) an integrated nail flange that replaces traditional clips. The line spans Diamond, Scallop, half-size Accent, full-roof Copper Shingle, Copper Bay Window Roof Kits, Vertical Walls (cladding), and an aluminum shingle line with a 50-year warranty and Energy Star certification. Product and informational content is supported by reference accounts including the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation and Our Lady of the Lake Church.

The business model is a factory-direct hardware sale with quote-based pricing; revenue per square of roof depends on copper market pricing and project complexity. The go-to-market combines inbound traffic from HGTV/DIY Network exposure, architect specifications (notably for historic preservation), and direct consumer and contractor relationships. The firm is privately held under the continued involvement of founder J. Joseph Zappone III and employs between 11 and 50 people, consistent with a small-scale, founder-led specialty manufacturer.

Name

Zappone Manufacturing

Legal name

Zappone Manufacturing LLC

Website

https://zappone.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1969

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Zappone Manufacturing is a Spokane, Washington-based producer of recyclable copper and aluminum shingles, bay window roof kits, and wall cladding, sold factory-direct since 1969 to homeowners, contractors, architects, and historic preservation projects across the U.S. and select international markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Spokane

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Metal Roofing Products: Sale of copper and aluminum shingles, accessories, and complete roofing systems. Products sold by the square (100 sq ft). Includes flashings, ridge caps, valleys, starter strips, and custom flashing orders. Most orders ship within 2-3 days.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Zappone Manufacturing produces recyclable copper and aluminum interlocking metal shingles and complete roofing systems, including bay window roof kits, accent shingles, scallop shingles, and vertical wall cladding. Products are sold by the square (100 sq ft) and ship directly from the Spokane, WA facility. The company also offers flashing, accessories, and installation guides supporting both DIY homeowners and professional contractors/architects.

Product overview

Zappone Manufacturing offers a comprehensive metal roofing and cladding system centered on copper and aluminum interlocking shingles. The product portfolio includes: Diamond Shingles (new four-sided interlocking starter shingle), full-size Copper Shingles (99.96% copper with four-way interlocking), Copper Accent Shingles (half-size for detailed surfaces), Copper Scallop Shingles (decorative scalloped design), Copper Bay Windows (pre-packaged kit system), Aluminum Shingles (lightweight alternative with 50-year warranty), and Vertical Walls (wall cladding adaptation). All products share a common four-way interlocking engineering platform with anti-capillary water channels and concealed nailing flanges. The system is completed with Flashing & Accessories including ridge caps, valleys, drip edge, and custom flashing options. Founded in 1969, the company ships products from Spokane, WA to customers worldwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Diamond Shingles A four-sided interlocking shingle with integrated nail flange, designed for high wind areas. Features pre-cut and bent starter shingle that locks into drop edge flashing, eliminating the need for field cutting and bending. Lasts 2-3 generations in adverse climates. Available in copper and mill finish aluminum.
• Copper Shingles The only true individual, four-way interlocking, solid (99.96%) copper shingle manufactured today. Features anti-capillary water channel design, shadow-cup design for easy walking, and expansion/contraction accommodation without affecting fasteners. Available in 16 oz copper or tough 12 oz high tensile copper.
• Copper Accent Shingles Half-size copper shingles (7 1/2" by 9 1/8") incorporating the same engineering as Copper Shingles. Ideal for church steeples, gazebos, turrets, and smaller detailed roofing surfaces. Features complete four-way interlocking system with concealed nailing flange. Can be installed horizontally or on a diagonal for diamond effect.
• Copper Scallop Shingles Pure 99.97% copper scalloped shingle incorporating Zappone's four-way interlocking system. Nailed directly to structure with two nails. Size 7 1/2" x 9 1/8" for easy handling. Designed for small facades, dormers, decorative turrets, or entire roofs.
• Copper Bay Windows Pre-packaged solid copper shingle roof kit for bay windows. Comes complete with all materials including solid copper shingles, trim, counter flashings, and nails. Available in standard 6-foot and 8-foot sizes, or custom sizes for bay and bow windows. Cost is one-third of other copper bay window roofs.
• Vertical Walls Copper and aluminum shingles adapted for wall cladding applications. Suitable for interior or exterior use, traditional or progressive designs. Application similar to traditional siding panels with J-channel, false starter, inside corner, and outside corner accessories available. Custom colors available for aluminum shingles.
• Aluminum Shingles Lightweight aluminum shingles coated with Durapon paint with Hylar 5000-Cool Roof pigments. Energy Star compliant, UV inhibiting, and rust/corrosion resistant. Features four-way interlocking system with concealed nailing flange. Includes 50-year transferable warranty. Available in various colors and mill finish.
• Flashing & Accessories Pure copper and aluminum roofing accessories including ridge/caps with interlocking design, one-piece valleys with double water channels, and double-hemmed drip edge. Complete flashing system with starter strips, ridge caps, gable pieces, pipe flashings, nails, and underlayment. Chemical solutions available for hastening patina formation.

Quantifiable outcome

• Copper roofs last 2-3 generations or 200-300+ years
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• CopperCraft: Manufacturer of copper architectural products including roofing, bay windows, dormers, and cupolas. Closely comparable to Zappone's copper bay window kit and copper accent shingle product lines.
• W.F. Norman Corporation: Manufacturer of decorative metal shingles, ceiling tiles, and ornamental metal products. Closely comparable to Zappone's decorative copper shingle offerings including scallop and accent variants for historic and architectural applications.
• ATAS International: Manufacturer of metal roofing, wall cladding, and ceiling systems for residential and commercial applications. Directly competes with Zappone in architectural metal shingles and standing seam products serving similar architect/contractor channels.
• Berridge Manufacturing Company: Manufacturer of architectural metal roofing, wall, and fascia systems including shingles, panels, and accessories. Competes with Zappone in premium architectural metal roofing for residential and commercial projects.
• Merchant & Evans Industries: Manufacturer of architectural metal roofing including copper, zinc, and aluminum shingles and panels. Direct competitor in premium architectural metal roofing serving historic restoration and high-end residential markets.
• Classic Metal Roofing Systems: Specialty manufacturer of residential metal roofing systems including aluminum and copper shingle alternatives. Competes head-to-head with Zappone's premium residential roofing offering through dealer and direct channels.

Broad incumbents

• Englert Inc. Larger manufacturer of metal roofing, gutter, and construction products offering residential and commercial metal roofing systems. Overlaps with Zappone in metal shingles and accessories but serves a broader product portfolio across price points.
• Centria (NCI Group): Large manufacturer of architectural metal wall and roof systems for commercial and industrial buildings. Competes with Zappone in vertical wall cladding and metal roofing but at much larger scale with broader commercial focus.
• Tamko Building Products: Major building products manufacturer with metal roofing line among broader asphalt, composite, and metal offerings. Provides competitive context for Zappone but operates across vastly larger product portfolio and distribution scale.
• Revere Copper Products: Established copper products manufacturer producing roofing, flashing, gutters, and architectural copper components. Comparable to Zappone in copper roofing materials but operates at larger scale across broader copper product categories.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/zapponemfg

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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