Riverside Sheet Metal

What Riverside Sheet Metal does

Riverside Sheet Metal & Contracting, Inc., operating as Riverside Sheet Metal, is a privately held specialty trade contractor headquartered at 15 Reardon Road, Medford, Massachusetts (MA HIC #159489; MA CSL #CS40485). The company designs, fabricates, and installs custom architectural sheet metal products for both residential renovation and construction projects. Its customer base spans two primary segments — homeowners undertaking renovation work and general/specialty contractors — served via a direct-to-consumer model that combines a physical shop, a website catalog with Request-for-Quote functionality, and an e-commerce storefront, with shipping offered to all US states and worldwide.

The product portfolio is unusually broad for a single-shop fabricator and spans roughly 20 core lines, including custom gutters (box, brownstone, half-round, K-style, radius), standing-seam metal roofing (corrugated, flat lock, single/double/snap lock profiles), flashing, chimney caps, cupolas and steeples, finials, leader heads, louvers, scupper boxes, skylights, vents, weathervanes, kick plates, planters, copper pans, and kitchen surfaces such as copper/stainless/zinc counter tops, backsplashes, and hood vents. Fabrication is performed in-house using brakes and shears capable of bending metals up to 13' 2" in length, with copper and zinc as the firm's named specialties. The company also offers welding services to support custom work.

Commercially, Riverside operates on a quote-based, one-time-project model: every product is custom made to order and pricing is not publicly disclosed. There are no disclosed subscription, licensing, or recurring-revenue streams. The firm maintains a light digital footprint on Houzz, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and Yelp, holds a Best of Houzz Customer Service award, and is a member of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) and the North East Roofing Contractors Association (NERCA). No revenue, headcount, funding, M&A, or AI/ML capabilities are disclosed.

Name

Riverside Sheet Metal

Legal name

Riverside Sheet Metal & Contracting, Inc.

Website

https://riversidesheetmetal.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Riverside Sheet Metal & Contracting, Inc. is a privately held Medford, Massachusetts specialty trade contractor that designs, fabricates, and installs custom architectural sheet metal products — specializing in copper and zinc — for homeowners and contractors across the US and worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Architectural Sheet Metal Fabrication

NAICS

Sheet Metal Work Manufacturing (332322), Ornamental and Architectural Metal Work Manufacturing (332323)

SIC

Sheet Metal Work (3444)

akta.pro primary industry

Sheet Metal & Flashing Works (Gutters, Copings, Edge Metal, Downspouts) (IMAFAMAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Sheet Metal & Ductwork Contracting (IMAFALAH)

Keywords

• Custom sheet metal fabrication
• Architectural metal work
• Copper roofing gutters
• Metal roofing installation
• Custom gutter fabrication

Headquarters

HQ city

Medford

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom Sheet Metal Fabrication and Installation: One-time fabrication and/or installation of architectural metal products including gutters, metal roofing, counter tops, chimney caps, and related items. Products are custom made to order for each customer project.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Riverside Sheet Metal & Contracting, Inc. manufactures and installs custom architectural sheet metal products with a specialty in copper and zinc fabrication. The offering spans metal roofing, gutters, chimney caps, cupolas, finials, flashing, leader heads, louvers, custom kitchen counter tops, hood vents, skylights, vents, planters, weathervanes, copper shower and drip pans, and other architectural sheet metal elements, all made-to-order in the Medford, MA shop using brakes and shears up to 13'2" capacity. The company sells directly to homeowners and contractors via website quote requests and walk-in shop visits, shipping products nationwide and worldwide.

Product overview

Riverside Sheet Metal & Contracting, Inc. is a custom architectural sheet metal fabrication company specializing in copper and zinc work. The company manufactures, supplies, and installs a comprehensive portfolio of metal roofing, gutters, counter tops, and sheet metal-related architectural products. The product line includes chimney caps, cupolas, finials, flashing, gutters with various profiles (half-round, K-style, box, radius), kitchen fixtures (counter tops in copper, stainless steel, zinc; hood vents; backsplashes), leader heads, louvers, metal roofing panels (standing seam in corrugated, flat lock, single/double lock, snap lock configurations), planters, scupper boxes, skylights, vents, and weathervanes. The company operates fabrication equipment (brakes and shears up to 13' 2" capacity) and offers custom fabrication services alongside welding. Products are shipped to all US states and worldwide, with offerings serving both homeowners and contractors for renovation projects.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Chimney Caps Custom chimney caps and shrouds fabricated and installed, typically made from copper and designed to prevent debris and animals from entering chimneys. Available to homeowners and contractors specifying custom chimney components for residential and commercial projects.
• Cupolas & Steeples Custom architectural cupolas and steeples crafted by skilled craftsmen, often featuring copper construction with decorative elements. Sold to homeowners, architects, and contractors specifying decorative rooftop elements for residential, ecclesiastical, or commercial projects.
• Edge Metal Architectural edge metal flashing and trim for roofing applications, providing finished edges and weather protection. Sold to contractors and homeowners for residential and commercial roofing projects.
• Finials Custom decorative finials available in various shapes (octagonal, round, detailed), predominantly crafted in copper for architectural accents. Sold to homeowners, architects, and contractors specifying ornamental rooftop elements.
• Flashing Metal Sheet metal flashing products including cap flashing, masonry flashing, roof flashing, and valley flashing for comprehensive waterproofing solutions. Sold to contractors and homeowners for residential and commercial construction.
• Gutters Custom gutters including box, brownstone, half-round, K-style, radius, and custom configurations in aluminum and copper, with associated accessories. Sold to homeowners and contractors specifying custom-fitted gutter systems for residential and commercial projects.
• Kick Plates Custom metal kick plates for architectural and protective applications on doors and architectural elements. Sold to homeowners, contractors, and commercial customers.
• Kitchen Counter Tops Custom kitchen counter tops available in copper, stainless steel, and zinc, featuring custom island tops, integrated sinks, and backsplashes for residential and commercial applications. Sold to homeowners, designers, and contractors specifying premium metal counter tops.
• Hood Vents Custom range hood vents and exhaust hoods fabricated in various metals including stainless steel, with powder coating options and custom bar and rivet detailing. Sold to homeowners, designers, and contractors specifying custom kitchen ventilation.
• Leader Heads Decorative leader heads for gutter systems, combining functional drainage with architectural aesthetics in copper and other metals. Sold to homeowners and contractors specifying custom gutter drainage components.
• Louvers Custom architectural louvers for ventilation, available in various materials including lead-coated copper, with custom fabrication to specifications. Sold to contractors, architects, and homeowners specifying building ventilation.
• Metal Roofing Standing-seam metal roofing systems in aluminum and steel, available in multiple panel profiles including corrugated, flat lock, single lock, double lock, and snap lock, with various color options. Sold to homeowners and contractors specifying custom roofing systems for residential and commercial projects.
• Copper Pans Custom copper shower pans and unit drip pans for waterproofing applications in showers and around HVAC equipment. Sold to homeowners, plumbers, and contractors specifying custom waterproofing pans.
• Planters Custom metal planters in copper with burnished finish and other custom configurations for architectural landscaping. Sold to homeowners, landscape designers, and commercial customers specifying premium planters.
• Scupper Boxes Custom scupper boxes for roof drainage systems, facilitating water runoff from roof to downspout connections. Sold to homeowners and contractors specifying custom roof drainage.
• Skylights Custom fabricated skylights made to customer specifications, available in copper and other metals. Sold to homeowners and contractors specifying custom roof openings for residential and commercial projects.
• Vents Roof vents and dryer vents in various configurations including round copper pipe vents with skirt options. Sold to homeowners and contractors specifying custom roof and dryer venting.
• Weathervanes Custom architectural weathervanes as decorative rooftop accessories. Sold to homeowners and contractors specifying ornamental rooftop elements.
• Custom Sheet Metal Fabrication Services Custom sheet metal fabrication services using brakes and shears capable of bending metals up to 13' 2" in length, serving miscellaneous architectural metal product needs beyond the standard catalog. Sold to homeowners, contractors, and architects requiring bespoke architectural metalwork.

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• North East Roofing Contractors Association (NERCA)minorOthersIndustry membership association for roofing contractors in the Northeast region. Riverside Sheet Metal is a member, indicating alignment with regional industry standards and networking.
• National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA)minorOthersNational industry association for roofing contractors. Riverside Sheet Metal is a member, demonstrating commitment to industry best practices and professional standards.

Scale indicators1 record

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• W.F. Norman Corporation: Sheet metal ornament and architectural fabrication specialist founded in 1898, producing cornices, finials, weathervanes, cupolas, and decorative architectural sheet metal. Direct comparable in custom ornamental architectural sheet metalwork with similar heritage-craftsmanship positioning.
• Morin Corporation: Manufacturer of architectural metal roofing and wall panel systems with multiple standing seam and concealed fastener profiles. Direct comparable in metal roofing panel manufacturing and architectural sheet metal building envelope products.
• A.B. Martin Roofing & Metal: Family-owned roofing and sheet metal contractor fabricating and installing standing seam metal roofing, flashing, gutters, and architectural metal products. Direct comparable in custom metal roofing fabrication and contracting business model.
• Berridge Manufacturing Company: Manufacturer of architectural metal roofing panels, wall panels, soffit, and fascia systems including standing seam, snap lock, and flat lock profiles. Direct comparable in custom architectural sheet metal roofing fabrication and product range.
• Classic Gutter Systems: Specialty manufacturer of half-round, K-style, box, and radius gutter systems in copper, aluminum, and galvanized steel. Direct comparable to Riverside's custom gutter product line and architectural gutter accessories.
• CopperCraft: Manufacturer of custom copper range hoods, counter tops, backsplashes, and architectural metal products. Direct comparable to Riverside's kitchen (hood vents, counter tops) and architectural copper specialty product lines.

Broad incumbents

• Revere Copper Products: Established copper manufacturer producing copper sheet, coil, and fabricated products for architecture, construction, and industry. Broad incumbent supplying raw copper materials that Riverside fabricates into finished architectural products.
• Firestone Metal Products (Berridge legacy): Building products manufacturer offering architectural metal wall and roof systems, including standing seam and flat lock panels. Broader incumbent with overlapping architectural sheet metal roofing capabilities.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/riversidesheetmetal
• Instagraminstagram.com/riversidesheetmetal
• Pinterestpinterest.com/riversidesm
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/riverside-sheet-metal

Compliance2 records

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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