Weathershield

What Weathershield does

Weathershield Limited is a Jamaican private limited company incorporated in 1996 and headquartered at Lot 4 Porto Bello Dr, Montego Bay, St. James. The company manufactures and installs a broad portfolio of building envelope products for residential and commercial customers across all 14 parishes of Jamaica, including roofing materials (asphalt shingles, cedar shingles, clay tiles, sanded and unsanded metal panels, standing seam metal panels), custom seamless aluminum gutters, clamshell metal awnings, torch-on waterproofing membranes (APP and SBS variants), and an extensive range of decorative architectural elements (crown mouldings, ceiling medallions, parapet mouldings, corbels, pilaster caps, faux stone tiles, EPS foam signage and props).

The underlying technology centers on in-house manufacturing rather than distribution: the company operates its own seamless gutter extrusion machine (supporting 5", 6", and 7" profiles with 24+ color options and Alcoa Gutter Coil), in-house awning slat roll-forming in multiple colors, and custom EPS foam cutting for mouldings, trims, signage, and 3D props. Standing seam metal roofing is positioned around a concealed fastener system rated for 180 mph winds with a 50+ year service life. The company states its hurricane-resistant products have been validated through Category 5 storms including Hurricane Dean and Gilbert.

The business model combines product sales (hardware) and installation services (professional services) under a quote-based pricing model with no publicly disclosed rates. GTM is dual-motion: direct-to-consumer from the Montego Bay showroom plus a growing channel-partner retailer network covering all 14 parishes. Customer segments span homeowners (primary), business owners, contractors (including one 15+ year enterprise relationship with Neville L. Daley & Company Ltd), architects and developers, and luxury villas and hotels. The company offers a 5-year labor guarantee on gutter installations, multiple payment methods (bank transfer, card, cash, and approved payment plans), and is privately held by a group of business partners with no institutional investors, parent company, or publicly disclosed revenue.

Name

Weathershield

Legal name

Weathershield Limited

Website

https://weathershieldlimited.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Weathershield Limited is a Jamaican private manufacturer and installer, founded 1996 in Montego Bay, producing roofing materials, seamless gutters, awnings, waterproofing membranes, and decorative mouldings for residential, commercial, and hospitality customers across all 14 Jamaican parishes.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Roofing Materials Manufacturing

NAICS

Roofing Contractors (23816), Asphalt Shingle and Coating Materials Manufacturing (324122)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Metal Roofing Systems (IMADAFAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Asphalt Shingles (IMADAFAA), Wood Shingles & Shakes (IMADAFAE), Roof Insulation & Cover Boards (IMADAFAN)

Keywords

• Commercial roofing materials
• Seamless gutter manufacturing
• Metal awning installation
• Architectural mouldings
• Waterproofing membranes

Headquarters

HQ city

Montego Bay

HQ country

Jamaica

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Roofing Products Manufacturing and Sales: Manufacture and sale of roofing materials including asphalt shingles, cedar shingles, clay tiles, sanded and unsanded metal panels, standing seam metal panels. One-time product sales to contractors, homeowners, and developers.
2. Gutter Manufacturing and Installation: Manufacturing and professional installation of seamless gutters. Custom-fabricated gutters ranging from 5" to 7" sizes with various downspout options. 5-Year Guarantee on labour for installations.
3. Metal Awning Manufacturing and Installation: In-house manufacture and professional installation of clamshell aluminium awnings for windows, doors, porches, and carports. Supplier to trade awning installers.
4. Waterproofing Services: Torch-on membrane waterproofing for flat roofs, balconies, and various surfaces. Creates strong membrane layer protecting against moisture and dampness.
5. EPS Foam Products: EPS foam mouldings, decorative elements, insulation panels, architectural details, signage, and props. Products include crown mouldings, ceiling medallions, corbels, brackets, pilaster caps, columns, and custom foam signage.
6. Decorative Materials: Sale of polyurethane mouldings, faux stone tiles, veneer accessories, ceiling domes, ceiling frames, window mouldings, and parapet mouldings for architectural enhancement.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Weathershield Limited manufactures and installs a comprehensive range of roofing materials (asphalt shingles, cedar shingles, clay tiles, sanded/unsanded metal panels, standing seam metal), seamless aluminum gutters, metal clamshell awnings, torch-on waterproofing membranes, EPS foam products, and interior/exterior decorative mouldings. The company serves residential homeowners, contractors, business owners, architects, and developers across all 14 parishes of Jamaica from its Montego Bay headquarters and showroom.

Product overview

Weathershield Limited is a roofing and construction materials company that manufactures and installs a comprehensive portfolio of products serving residential and commercial customers across Jamaica. The portfolio includes multiple product categories: roofing materials (asphalt shingles, cedar shingles, clay tiles, sanded/unsanded metal panels, standing seam metal panels), seamless gutters with professional installation, waterproofing solutions (torch-on membrane), awnings, and exterior/interior mouldings (crown mouldings, parapet mouldings, window mouldings, ceiling medallions, ceiling domes, ceiling frames, corbels, brackets, corner blocks/quoins, pilaster caps). The company also produces EPS foam products including insulation, signage, props, and decorative architectural elements. Faux stone veneer tiles and veneer accessories complete the decorative offerings. Weathershield positions itself as both a manufacturer and installer, offering professional services alongside their product catalog.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Asphalt Shingles High-quality asphalt shingle options including architectural, designer, and luxury variants, offering affordability, durability, wind/rain/snow resistance, and minimal maintenance for Jamaican homes.
• Cedar Shingles Natural cedar roofing material offering warmth, texture, and rustic elegance with natural insulating properties and sustainable sourcing.
• Clay Tiles Natural clay tiles offering enduring beauty, durability, sustainability, and temperature regulation properties for floors, walls, or roofing.
• Sanded Metal Panels Sanded metal roofing and siding panels offering durability and modern aesthetics.
• Unsanded Metal Panels Metal tile panels providing classic Mediterranean tile aesthetics without clay or concrete vulnerability, featuring longevity of 40-70 years.
• Standing Seam Metal Panels Concealed fastener metal panel systems with raised vertical seams offering elegant aesthetics and 50+ year service life.
• Seamless Gutters Custom aluminum seamless gutters in various sizes (5", 6", 7") with 24+ color options, 5-year guarantee on labor, featuring Alcoa Gutter Coil and premium leaf guards.
• Metal Awnings Factory-manufactured aluminum clamshell awnings for windows, doors, and porches that shield from sun and rain, including roll-formed awning slats in various colors.
• Torch-On Waterproofing Membrane (TOM) Waterproofing membrane system using polymers and bitumen for flat roofs and balconies, available in APP and SBS variants.
• Faux Stone Tiles Cost-effective faux stone tiles that mimic natural stone aesthetics without the high maintenance, suitable for walls, backsplashes, fireplaces, and flooring.
• Veneer Accessories Finishing touches including edge banding, moldings, corner guards, and caps that create cohesive and polished veneer installations.
• EPS Foam Insulation Expanded Polystyrene foam insulation for building and construction with insulation properties, chemical inertness, and pest resistance.
• Foam Signage and Props Custom-cut foam signage and props made from high-density polystyrene, ideal for temporary displays, trade shows, events, and photo shoots.
• Crown Mouldings Interior mouldings that add sophistication and a finishing touch for walls and ceilings.
• Ceiling Domes Decorative ceiling domes that add grandeur, dimension, and a captivating focal point to entryways, living rooms, and libraries.
• Ceiling Frames Ceiling frames that add definition, elegance, and personalized flair, including pre-fabricated and custom-made options.
• Ceiling Medallions Decorative medallions designed to create a focal point around lighting fixtures and transform ceilings into design features.
• Corbels & Brackets Architectural elements providing structural support for shelves and countertops while adding character and timeless design to spaces.
• Corner Blocks/Quoins Masonry blocks at wall corners that provide structural strength or add aesthetic detail, implying strength and permanence.
• Parapet Mouldings Decorative trims installed at the top edge of parapet walls providing aesthetic enhancement and protection from water runoff.
• Pilaster Caps Decorative tops for pilasters that add refinement and protection, deflecting rain, snow, and debris from the pilaster.
• Window Mouldings High-quality window mouldings that enhance home beauty and protect windows in various styles and materials.
• Pressure Washing Service Power washing service to brighten concrete, windows, decks, and other surfaces for residential and commercial customers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Standing seam metal roofs last 50+ years with minimal maintenance
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves2 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• GAF Materials: North America's largest roofing manufacturer (asphalt shingles, membranes, metal). Comparable as a manufacturer of the asphalt shingle product line that Weathershield also produces and sells, with a much broader product portfolio.
• ABC Supply Co. Largest wholesale distributor of roofing, siding, and other exterior building products in the U.S. with a similar multi-category building envelope portfolio model, though at vastly greater scale and without the in-house manufacturing that Weathershield has for gutters and awnings.
• Beacon Roofing Supply: Major North American roofing and building products distributor with complementary residential and commercial product mix, providing a benchmark for what scaled roofing distribution looks like and a potential competitive threat if it expanded into the Caribbean.
• Carlisle Construction Materials: Leading manufacturer of commercial roofing membranes and waterproofing systems, including single-ply and torch-applied membranes. Directly comparable to Weathershield's torch-on waterproofing membrane product line.
• Roofing Corp of America: U.S. consolidator of commercial and residential roofing contractors. Comparable as a roofing installation and services roll-up, and a potential strategic acquirer profile for Weathershield if it sought to scale via exit.
• CertainTeed Roofing (Saint-Gobain): Major manufacturer of asphalt shingles, metal roofing, and other building products under Saint-Gobain. Direct product overlap in the asphalt, metal, and underlayment categories Weathershield distributes, with a much larger global footprint.
• Tremco Roofing: Commercial roofing and building envelope solutions provider with waterproofing and roof management services. Comparable to Weathershield's commercial roofing and waterproofing service line.
• SRS Distribution: Largest privately held roofing and building products distributor in the U.S. Comparable in operating model (multi-category exterior building products distribution) and a potential capital partner profile for a regional Jamaican player.
• Firestone Building Products: Manufacturer of commercial roofing systems, insulation, and waterproofing products now part of Holcim. Comparable in the commercial roofing and waterproofing categories where Weathershield competes.
• Atlas Roofing Corporation: Manufacturer of residential and commercial roofing products including asphalt shingles, polyiso insulation, and underlayment. Direct product overlap in asphalt shingles, roof insulation, and cover board categories.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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