What Klaus Roofing Systems, LLC does

Klaus Roofing Systems, LLC is a privately held roofing services network headquartered in North Windham, Connecticut, founded in 2014 by roofing contractor Klaus Larsen together with Larry Janesky, owner of Contractor Nation. The company does not perform roofing work directly; instead it operates an authorized dealer model in which vetted local roofing contractors install roofs under the "Klaus Roofing Way" methodology, use the registered Klaus brand, and gain access to a shared digital marketing stack, training academy, and lead-generation infrastructure provided through the Contractor Nation partnership. Homeowners are routed to local dealers via a zip-code lookup on the company's website. The network spans 700+ contractors across all 50 U.S. states, with a secondary commercial property manager segment layered on top of the core residential homeowner base.

The company's underlying "product" is an integrated asphalt-shingle roofing system combining architectural shingles (notably IKO product lines), underlayment, flashing, ridge vents, and gutter components, supplemented by attic insulation and inspection services. Technical differentiators include the trademarked Klaus Roofing Way installation methodology, a 50-year no-leak warranty on workmanship and materials, the "No Nail Pledge" property protection guarantee with magnetic nail sweeping, and LiveBuild — proprietary website technology that generates custom dealer websites as part of a broader marketing suite covering SEO, PPC, video/direct mail, and social channels.

Klaus earns revenue through two streams: (1) project-based roofing services revenue (one-time project fees for replacement, repair, gutters, and insulation) collected by local dealers from homeowners, and (2) dealer/licensing fees paid by roofing companies to join the network and access the brand, training, and marketing infrastructure. Pricing is quote-based per project and is not publicly disclosed; dealer program economics are similarly opaque. The LLC entity itself is thinly staffed (~10 employees), with the operational scale of 350+ Contractor Nation personnel effectively underpinning the dealer support backbone.

Name

Klaus Roofing Systems, LLC

Legal name

Klaus Roofing Systems LLC

Website

https://klausroofingsystems.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Klaus Roofing Systems is a privately held roofing services network that licenses its "Klaus Roofing Way" installation system, 50-year warranty, and marketing stack to a network of 700+ authorized roofing contractors across all 50 U.S. states serving residential homeowners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential Roofing Services

NAICS

Roofing Contractors (23816)

SIC

Asphalt Paving & Roofing Materials (2950)

akta.pro primary industry

Roof Installation & Replacement (HSAPAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Roof Repair & Leak Remediation (HSAPAKAB), Roof Inspection, Maintenance & Cleaning (HSAPAKAC), Soffit, Fascia & Eaves Repair/Replacement (HSAPAKAH)

Keywords

• Residential roofing services
• Roof replacement
• Roof repair
• Asphalt shingle systems
• Gutter installation

Headquarters

HQ city

North Windham

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Roofing Services Revenue: One-time project-based revenue from roof replacement, roof repair, and related services (gutters, insulation, attic inspection) delivered to homeowners through the dealer network.
2. Dealer/Franchise Fees: Revenue from authorizing roofing companies to use the Klaus Roofing brand, systems, and accessing the dealer support program including marketing tools, training, and lead generation services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Klaus Roofing Systems is a national network of trained and vetted roofing contractors that delivers residential roof replacement, roof repair, and related exterior services (gutters, attic insulation, flashing) to homeowners. The company sells an integrated asphalt shingle roofing system engineered for weather resistance and backs installations with a 50-year no-leak warranty. It also licenses its brand, "Klaus Roofing Way" methodology, marketing tools, and lead generation to independent roofing companies through an authorized dealer program.

Product overview

Klaus Roofing Systems is a network of trained roofing contractors offering a comprehensive suite of roofing services and products. The core offerings include roof replacement using high-performance asphalt shingle systems (architectural and premium shingles from brands like IKO) and roof repair services. The product portfolio extends to gutters, gutter guards, ridge vents, flashing, and attic insulation. The company differentiates through its 'Klaus Roofing Way' approach featuring an integrated roof system with multiple protective layers, a 50-year no-leak warranty, and property protection guarantees including magnetic nail cleanup. Services are delivered exclusively through a vetted network of locally recognized contractors across the United States.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Roof Replacement Complete roof replacement service delivered by trained network contractors using an integrated system of high-performance asphalt shingles, underlayment, flashing, ridge vents, and accessories. Designed for residential homeowners needing new or fully replaced roofing.
• Roof Repair Targeted roof repair service to extend the life of existing roofs, address leaks, and prevent further structural damage. Delivered to residential property owners by local Klaus Roofing network contractors.
• Asphalt Shingle Roofing System Integrated asphalt shingle roofing product line featuring architectural and premium dimensional shingles (including IKO Cambridge, IKO Harvard Slate, and IKO Performance lines) engineered for high wind and hail resistance, water penetration deterrence, and reduced algae and fading. Installed as part of the Klaus Roofing system.
• Metal Roofing Metal roofing alternative to the asphalt shingle system, offered within the Klaus Roofing product portfolio for residential customers seeking a non-shingle material option.
• Gutter and Downspout Installation Seamless gutter and downspout installation and replacement service that complements roof replacement and repair work for residential homeowners.
• Gutter Guards Gutter protection add-on product that prevents debris accumulation and keeps water flowing through the gutter system, sold and installed alongside gutter services.
• Attic Inspection and Insulation Inspection service that assesses attic condition and ventilation, often paired with blown-in insulation (cellulose or Rockwool) for thermal protection, delivered as part of the roofing project to residential homeowners.
• 50-Year No-Leak Warranty Extended warranty offering 50-year coverage on roof installation workmanship and materials, provided to homeowners who contract with an authorized Klaus Roofing dealer.
• Property Protection Guarantee Property protection service guarantee covering magnetic nail sweeping and site safeguarding during installation, provided to homeowners as part of every Klaus Roofing project under the "No Nail Pledge" brand.
• Klaus Roofing Dealer Program Authorized dealership offering for independent roofing companies, granting access to the Klaus Roofing brand, "Klaus Roofing Way" methodology, custom LiveBuild websites, SEO, PPC, social/video advertising, direct mail, training through the School of Entrepreneurship, and lead generation services. Dealers may operate under their own brand, the Klaus brand, or a combination.

Quantifiable outcome

• 50-year no-leak warranty on roof installations

Named customers3 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Contractor NationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2014Klaus Roofing Systems operates in partnership with Contractor Nation, the country's largest network of home improvement contractors with 30+ years of experience and 350+ employees. Contractor Nation provides the School of Entrepreneurship, dealer support programs, marketing tools, and business development resources that Klaus Roofing Systems leverages for its dealer network.
• School of EntrepreneurshipcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2014An educational initiative by Contractor Nation that provides training in leadership, management, sales, marketing, customer service, and roofing installation. Klaus Roofing dealers receive access to online training, live events, and certification programs at the indoor test house and test roofs facility.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Greenwood Industries: Large multi-state commercial and industrial roofing contractor. Overlaps on core roofing installation/repair but with a heavier commercial tilt than Klaus's residential focus.
• Power Home Remodeling: National exterior home remodeling company offering roofing, siding, windows, and doors. Comparable in residential focus and standardized installation methodology, though broader in scope.
• Tecta America: Large national commercial roofing contractor with a broad service portfolio. Overlaps with Klaus on roofing installation/repair but skews commercial and serves as a broader incumbent in the same trade.

Others

• IKO: Asphalt shingle and roofing materials manufacturer that supplies the IKO product lines (Cambridge, Harvard Slate, Performance) used by Klaus Roofing. Adjacent ecosystem participant rather than direct competitor.

Direct peers

• Aspen Contracting: National exterior contractor network specializing in roofing, siding, and gutters with a strong storm-damage focus. Operates a similar multi-state residential roofing network with standardized installation methods.
• Mighty Dog Roofing: National roofing franchise system with a multi-state dealer network providing roof replacement, repair, and gutter services. Closely comparable to Klaus Roofing's dealer-network model serving residential customers.
• Eclipse Roofing: Regional/national residential roofing company offering roof replacement and repair with standardized systems. Comparable in residential focus and project-based service delivery.
• Bone Dry Roofing: Multi-state residential and commercial roofing network with a franchise/dealer model. Comparable to Klaus Roofing in service scope (roofing, gutters, insulation) and national dealer footprint.
• Roofing Corp of America: Acquisitive residential roofing platform consolidating local roofing companies. Operates a national footprint of residential roofing brands, similar in business model to a multi-state dealer network.

Regional players

• Baker Roofing Company: Multi-location residential and commercial roofing contractor in the Southeast U.S. Comparable service offerings (replacement, repair, gutters) with regional rather than national dealer-network distribution.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/klausroofingsystems

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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