Solar Roofing & Sheet Metal Ltd

What Solar Roofing & Sheet Metal Ltd does

Solar Roofing & Sheet Metal Ltd. is a Toronto-based, privately held roofing and sheet metal contractor founded in 1989 by brothers Paulino and Frank, with Paulino becoming sole proprietor in 1998. The company provides flat roofing installation, repair, and replacement (EPDM, modified bitumen, TPO/PVC thermoplastic membranes, tar and gravel built-up, glass felt built-up, and inverted roof systems), concrete and building envelope restoration and waterproofing, custom metal fabrication and cladding (including copper work and aluminum siding), and a 24-hour emergency service division with thermographic/infrared scanning and semi-annual maintenance programs. Customers are industrial, commercial, and residential property owners across the Greater Toronto Area and surrounding Ontario markets, with named enterprise clients including the National Exhibition Place and Downtown Mini for green-roof installations.

The company's underlying technical capability centers on an in-house metal fabrication shop that eliminates third-party dependencies for flashing, cladding, and metal roofing components, plus approved-applicator status with six major roofing and waterproofing manufacturers (Carlisle, Bakor, Tremco, Soprema, IKO, Firestone) that unlocks up to 20-year manufacturer-backed warranty coverage. Specialized offerings include intensive and extensive green roof systems with root barriers, drainage, and irrigation, custom copper roofing and detailing, and infrared thermography for non-destructive moisture detection. The crew base of 30+ employees holds WHMIS, Fall Protection, Propane in Construction, First Aid, Fire Extinguisher, and Signal Operator certifications under Ontario's Occupational Health and Safety Act framework.

The business model combines one-time project-based revenue from installation, replacement, restoration, and metal work with a smaller recurring revenue stream from semi-annual maintenance programs and emergency repair. Go-to-market is direct-to-customer with on-site assessments and quotes, supported by a website (solarroofing.ca) and manufacturer referral links. Operating geographies are restricted to Ontario (primarily the GTA), and there is no evidence of external equity, institutional investors, or public trading.

Name

Solar Roofing & Sheet Metal Ltd

Legal name

Solar Roofing & Sheet Metal Ltd.

Website

https://solarroofing.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Solar Roofing & Sheet Metal Ltd. is a Toronto-based, family-owned roofing and sheet metal contractor founded in 1989, providing flat roofing, in-house metal fabrication, restoration, green roofing, and 24/7 emergency services to industrial, commercial, and residential customers across the Greater Toronto Area.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Roofing Services

NAICS

Roofing Contractors (23816), Roofing Contractors (238160), Sheet Metal Work Manufacturing (332322)

SIC

Sheet Metal Work (3444), Fabricated Structural Metal Products (3440), Asphalt Paving & Roofing Materials (2950)

akta.pro primary industry

Flat Roof Repair & Membrane Restoration (TPO/EPDM/PVC/Built-Up) (HSAGAKAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Metal Roofing Systems (IMADAFAB), Flashing, Edge Metal & Roof Accessories (IMADAFAJ), Built-Up Roofing (BUR) (IMADAFAH), Sheet Metal & Flashing Works (Gutters, Copings, Edge Metal, Downspouts) (IMAFAMAE)

Keywords

• Commercial roofing services
• Flat roof installation
• Sheet metal fabrication
• Building restoration services
• Roof maintenance programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Toronto

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Roofing Installation Services: One-time project-based revenue from new roof installations, roof replacements, and roof recovery systems for industrial, commercial, and residential properties. Includes full tear-off systems and installations over existing structures.
2. Roof Maintenance Programs: Recurring revenue from semi-annual roof inspection and maintenance programs that help extend roof lifespan and prevent premature failures.
3. Roof Repair Services: One-time and emergency repair services including 24-hour emergency response for leak detection, repair, and damage prevention.
4. Restoration and Waterproofing: Concrete and building envelope restoration services including structural repairs, waterproofing, and parking structure rehabilitation.
5. Metal Fabrication and Installation: Custom metal roofing, flashing, cladding, copper work, eavestroughs, and aluminum siding fabrication and installation services.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Solar Roofing & Sheet Metal Ltd. provides full-service roofing, restoration, and sheet metal fabrication for industrial, commercial, and residential customers in Toronto and surrounding areas. The company operates an in-house metal shop and delivers flat roofing installation, repair, and replacement; concrete and building envelope restoration; custom metal fabrication and cladding; green roofing systems; and 24-hour emergency service.

Product overview

Solar Roofing & Sheet Metal Ltd. offers a comprehensive suite of roofing, restoration, and sheet metal services for industrial and commercial clients in Toronto and surrounding areas. The core service portfolio includes Roofing Services (flat roof installation using EPDM, modified bitumen, thermoplastic membranes, tar and gravel, and inverted systems), Restoration Services (concrete and building envelope waterproofing and structural repair), Metal/Cladding Services (custom metal fabrication, copper work, flashing, and metal roofing), and a Service Division (24-hour emergency response, maintenance programs, and inspections). The company operates its own in-house metal shop and employs over 30 qualified tradespeople to deliver these services. Additional specialized offerings include Green Roofing (vegetated roof systems), Thermographic Scans (infrared moisture detection), and Skylight Installations. The company has maintained approved applicator status with major manufacturers including Carlisle, Soprema, Tremco, IKO, Firestone, and Bakor.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Solar Restoration: A General Contracting company specializing in Concrete and Building Envelope Restoration and Waterproofing. Uses industry-leading methods and materials to restore structural integrity to deteriorated concrete structures.

Products and services

• Roofing Services

Quantifiable outcome

• Roof life expectancy doubles or triples when properly waterproofed and protected under green roof systems
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• CarlislecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSolar Roofing & Sheet Metal Ltd. is an approved applicator of Carlisle roofing products, enabling them to offer and install Carlisle roofing systems backed by manufacturer warranties.
• BakorcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSolar Roofing & Sheet Metal Ltd. is an approved applicator of Bakor waterproofing and roofing products, providing access to quality materials and extended warranty options.
• TremcocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerApproved applicator of Tremco roofing and waterproofing products, enabling professional installation with manufacturer-backed warranties.
• SopremacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerApproved applicator of Soprema waterproofing and roofing solutions, providing quality material access and warranty support.
• IKOcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerApproved applicator of IKO roofing products, enabling installation with IKO manufacturer warranties.
• FirestonecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerApproved applicator of Firestone roofing systems, providing access to Firestone warranty programs.
• Canadian Roofing Contractors Association (CRCA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember/affiliate of CRCA, demonstrating industry association and adherence to roofing industry standards.
• Ontario Industrial Roofing Contractors Association (OIRCA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember/affiliate of OIRCA, demonstrating regional industry association and standards compliance.
• Toronto Construction AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember/affiliate of Toronto Construction Association, supporting local industry connections and standards.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Baker Roofing Company: Mid-size U.S. roofing contractor offering commercial and residential roofing, restoration, and sheet metal work. Comparable in service breadth (roofing + restoration + sheet metal) and customer segmentation, though operating across the U.S. Southeast rather than a single metro.
• Flynn Canada: Flynn is the largest commercial roofing contractor in Canada, offering flat-roof installation, metal panel systems, and restoration services across multiple provinces. Directly comparable as a full-service commercial/industrial roofer serving institutional clients, though materially larger and geographically broader than Solar Roofing.
• Crown Industrial Roofing: Canadian commercial/industrial roofing contractor providing flat-roof installation, repair, and maintenance to industrial and institutional clients. Comparable by service scope, target customer, and use of approved manufacturer systems.
• Nuna Roofing: Toronto-based commercial and industrial roofing contractor specializing in flat-roof systems, metalwork, and emergency service. Directly comparable by geography, customer segments (industrial/commercial/institutional), and flat-roof service mix.
• Greenwood Industries: U.S. commercial roofing and sheet metal contractor serving industrial, institutional, and commercial customers with installation, repair, and metal fabrication. Comparable by combined roofing + custom sheet metal capability, similar to Solar Roofing's in-house fabrication model.
• North American Roofing Services: U.S. commercial roofing contractor specializing in flat-roof installation, repair, and maintenance for industrial and institutional clients. Comparable in service mix (single-ply, modified bitumen, BUR) and in offering recurring maintenance programs.

Broad incumbents

• Tremco Roofing and Building Maintenance: Tremco is a major roofing manufacturer and a parent of Tremco Roofing services, with full-service commercial roofing, restoration, and maintenance across North America. Comparable as both a material supplier (for which Solar Roofing is an approved applicator) and a service provider with overlapping commercial-roof offerings.
• Tecta America: Tecta is one of the largest U.S. commercial roofing contractors with extensive flat-roof, metal, and maintenance service lines. Comparable in service breadth and approved-applicator relationships with major manufacturers, though U.S.-focused and operating at far greater scale.
• Soprema: Major Canadian/European roofing and waterproofing manufacturer whose systems Solar Roofing is approved to install. Comparable as an ecosystem participant — both a materials supplier that competes for specification on commercial projects and a referrer to certified applicators like Solar Roofing.

Emerging players

• LiveRoof: North American modular green-roof system supplier with a network of trained installers across Canada and the U.S. Comparable as a green-roof specialist and potential channel partner for Solar Roofing's green-roofing offering.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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