Roof Tech
Roof Tech designs and sells proprietary AlphaSeal-integrated solar PV mounting hardware (rail-less and rail-based systems) to professional solar installers across the U.S. and Canada, distributed exclusively through wholesale electrical and solar distributors and supported by regional field sales.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2012
- HeadquartersSan Diego, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Roof Tech does
Roof Tech Inc. is a U.S. subsidiary of Japanese roofing company Yanegiken, incorporated in California in June 2012 to commercialize the parent company's AlphaSeal solar mounting technology in North America. The company designs and sells solar PV mounting hardware — primarily rail-less systems (RT-APEX), rail-based bases (RT-MINI II, RT-PLUS, RT-RAIL), and accessories (RT-CONDUIT) — engineered around its proprietary integrated flashing system (AlphaSeal) that combines RT-Butyl rubber with proprietary stainless wood screws to eliminate the need for separate flashing SKUs, pilot holes, or caulking at roof penetrations. Products are certified across 40 U.S. states and 5 Canadian provinces, with approvals including ICC-ESR 3575, UL 2703, Florida HVHZ (wind-rated to 180 mph), and stamped PE letters for code compliance.
Roof Tech sells exclusively through a wholesale distribution network of 18+ electrical and solar distributors (including WESCO, Sonepar, BayWa r.e., Krannich Solar, Soligent, and Greentech Renewables) covering the U.S. and Canada, supported by four Regional Sales Managers who deliver on-site training, custom BOM creation, and demo programs. A direct Shopify e-commerce storefront handles accessories and small-component sales. The company earns revenue purely from unit-priced hardware sales — RT-MINI II cartons at $654.40, RT-PLUS cartons from $634.40, RT-CONDUIT kits at $510, RT-APEX kits at $329.76 — with bulk carton quantities (typically 48-100 units) as the standard unit of sale. There are no subscription, recurring, or SaaS revenue streams.
The company's primary customers are professional residential and commercial solar installation contractors who purchase through distributors, with a strong SMB long-tail (over 20 named installer testimonials). Roof Tech positions itself as a higher-cost but labor-saving, leak-elimination alternative to conventional L-foot flashing systems, claiming up to two hours of installation time saved per job and a 25-year warranty that explicitly covers the flashing itself. The company is privately held with no disclosed venture or private equity funding and operates with a lean ~10-person North American team spread across sales, marketing, logistics, and finance.
Roof Tech firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Roof Tech
- Legal name
- Roof Tech Inc.
- Website
- https://roof-tech.us
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2012
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Roof Tech designs and sells proprietary AlphaSeal-integrated solar PV mounting hardware (rail-less and rail-based systems) to professional solar installers across the U.S. and Canada, distributed exclusively through wholesale electrical and solar distributors and supported by regional field sales.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Roof Tech industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Solar PV Mounting Hardware
- NAICS
- Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing (332722)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Roof-Mounted Systems Integration (PV, Green Roofs, Roof Gardens, Snow Guards) (IMAFAMAI)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Solar Roofing & Roof-Mounted PV Systems (IMADAFAO)
Keywords
Where Roof Tech is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- San Diego
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices2 records
Markets served
Roof Tech business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D
Revenue model
- Solar PV Mounting Hardware Sales: Roof Tech generates revenue through the direct sale of solar PV mounting hardware including RT-APEX rail-less systems, RT-MINI II bases, RT-PLUS rail systems, RT-RAIL systems, RT-CONDUIT mounts, and associated accessories (screws, clamps, bonding splices, skirt components). Products are sold through a distributor network across the U.S. and Canada, and directly through the company's e-commerce storefront. Pricing is per-unit with bulk carton quantities (e.g., RT-MINI II ships at 80 bases per carton; RT-PLUS ships at 80 bases per carton).
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | RT-MINI II AlphaSeal Base — $654.40 USD per carton (80 bases, 80 flange bolts & nuts, 160 screws, 16 additional RT-Butyl shims) |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | RT-PLUS 3/8" Bolt — from $634.40 USD per carton (80 bases per carton, 20 bases per box) |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | RT-CONDUIT Mount — $510.00 USD per order (100 mounts, 100 mounting screws) |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | RT-APEX AlphaSeal Base — $329.76 USD per order (48 bases, 96 screws, 24 RT-Butyl shims) |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Various accessories ranging from $204.12 to $1,814.40 USD |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels8 records
Roof Tech product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Roof Tech designs, manufactures, and sells solar PV mounting hardware systems for residential and commercial rooftops, including rail-less mounts (RT-APEX), rail-based mounts (RT-PLUS, RT-RAIL), self-flashing bases (RT-MINI II), conduit mounts, and pass-through roof entry brackets. Every mount integrates the proprietary AlphaSeal flexible flashing system — combining RT-Butyl (a synthetic rubber copolymer) with proprietary 5mm stainless wood screws — to deliver a single-SKU, 100% waterproof roof penetration solution certified for wind speeds up to 180 mph and 90 PSF snow loads.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- AlphaSeal: Proprietary self-flashing flexible flashing system combining RT-Butyl (synthetic rubber copolymer) and RT-Screws for waterproof roof penetrations, rated for temperatures from -40°F to 248°F
Products and services
- RT-APEX Rail-Less PV Mounting System Most advanced rail-less residential roof mount with integrated AlphaSeal self-flashing, universal clamping for 30-40mm PV frames, slide-in mounting, and one-step 1-1/4 inch leveling adjustment. Wind rated up to 180 mph and snow load up to 90 PSF, Florida HVHZ approved, ICC-certified 100% waterproof.
- RT-PLUS Aluminum Rail Mounting System Extruded aluminum PV rail mounting system featuring AlphaSeal self-flashing. Fastens directly to rafters or decks (OSB and plywood). Available in mill or black finish. Rail slots accommodate 3/8" and 5/16" T-bolts. Compatible with metal, EPDM, TPO, SBS, and asphalt roofing. No caulking or pre-drilling required.
- RT-MINI II Self-Flashing Mount Base Best-selling rail-based roof mount base designed to attach conventional rail mounting systems to sloped roofs. Features AlphaSeal integrated flashing with no pilot holes required. Compatible with metal, EPDM, TPO, and asphalt roofing. Wind rated up to 180 mph, snow load up to 90 PSF, Florida HVHZ approved. PE letters available for 40 U.S. states and 5 Canadian provinces.
- RT-CONDUIT Mount Waterproof conduit mounting system featuring AlphaSeal. Designed for 1/2" to 1" conduit. Includes screw, mount, and flashing in one package. Can be installed to rafter or deck (plywood or OSB). Compatible with single hole strap or conduit hanger (purchased separately).
- RT-RAIL Comprehensive Mounting System Comprehensive mounting system combining with AlphaSeal for waterproof installation. Designed for ease of installation and design flexibility. Compatible with composition shingle roofs, trapezoidal metal roofs, corrugated metal roofs, and membrane roofs.
- RT-REB Pass-Through Roof Entry Bracket Pass-through roof entry bracket that brings Roof Tech's AlphaSeal waterproofing approach to roof entry penetrations. Designed for use in solar PV installations requiring a sealed entry point for conduit and wiring.
- RT-MINI Self-Flashing Mount Base (Gen I) First-generation self-flashing mounting base using proprietary RT-Butyl flexible flashing. Quickly became the company's most popular mounting base before being succeeded by RT-MINI II.
- RT-[E] Mount AIR Earlier-generation solar mounting product offering from Roof Tech that received ETL 2703 certification and was recognized as a top entry in the Intersolar AWARD 2015 expert panel.
Quantifiable outcome
- Saves up to 2 hours of installation time per residential job (per Smart Energy Today testimonial)
- +6 more outcomes
Companies that use Roof Tech
Customer profileNamed customers20 records
Segments2 records
Ideal customer profiles1 record
Roof Tech technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature6 records
Roof Tech partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
19 partnerships are on record, tiered core.
- Capital ElectriccoreMajor U.S. electrical distributor offering Roof Tech mounting products to solar installers in their distribution network.
- GuillevincoreMajor electrical and solar distributor carrying Roof Tech products in the U.S. and Canada.
- Cooper Electric (Sonepar)corePart of the global Sonepar distribution network, Cooper Electric distributes Roof Tech products to solar installers.
- BayWa r.e.coreGlobal renewable energy distributor offering Roof Tech mounting solutions to installers.
- Krannich SolarcoreGlobal solar distributor with 'global solar distribution' branding, carrying Roof Tech mounting products.
- Greentech RenewablescoreRenewable energy distributor carrying Roof Tech products for solar installers.
- SoligentcoreSolar distribution company carrying Roof Tech mounting solutions for installers.
- WESCOcoreMajor electrical and solar distribution company (WESCO International) carrying Roof Tech products.
- Supplied EnergycoreEnergy distribution company carrying Roof Tech products for solar installers.
- U.S. Renewable SolutionscoreU.S.-focused renewable energy distributor, division of US Electrical Services Inc., distributing Roof Tech products.
- GexprocoreElectrical and solar distributor (part of REGlobal Inc.) carrying Roof Tech products.
- Franken Solar AmericascoreSolar-focused distributor in the Americas carrying Roof Tech products.
- OneSourcecoreSolar distributor carrying Roof Tech mounting products.
- McNaughton-McKay Electric CompanycoreElectrical distributor (part of Sonepar) carrying Roof Tech products for solar installers.
- U.S. Electrical Services Inc.coreElectrical services and distribution company carrying Roof Tech products.
- Eecol ElectriccoreElectrical distributor operating in Western Canada, carrying Roof Tech products for solar installers.
- Coast 2 Coast Solar SupplycoreSolar-focused distribution company carrying Roof Tech products.
- ecopro Solar SupplycoreSolar supply distributor carrying Roof Tech products for installers.
- Yanegiken (Parent Company)coreJapanese parent company of Roof Tech Inc. Yanegiken developed the AlphaSeal technology starting in 1994 and has over 50 years of innovation in roofing technologies and PV mounting solutions. Yanegiken established Roof Tech as a U.S. subsidiary in June 2012. The company's entire product line is based on technology developed by Yanegiken.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves9 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Roof Tech competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- EcoFasten: EcoFasten (acquired by Array Technologies) designs and supplies solar mounting and flashing systems for residential and commercial roofs. Its integrated flashing products overlap directly with Roof Tech's AlphaSeal-based SKUs across US distributors.
- Everest Solar Systems: Everest Solar Systems (a Krannich Solar company) provides residential and commercial rooftop solar racking in North America. As part of Krannich — a Roof Tech distributor — it represents a verticalized competitor with overlapping SKU coverage.
- IronRidge: IronRidge is a leading US residential and light-commercial solar racking manufacturer, now owned by Enphase Energy. It directly competes with Roof Tech in rail-based and rail-less rooftop mounting and is one of the most-recognized brands at US solar distributors.
- Unirac: Unirac is a major US solar racking manufacturer offering rail-based and rail-less solutions for residential and commercial rooftops. It is stocked at the same large distributors (WESCO, Sonepar, Krannich) and competes head-to-head with Roof Tech for shelf space.
- SnapNrack: SnapNrack is a US residential and commercial solar racking manufacturer with integrated flashing and rail-less systems. It sells through overlapping US distributor channels and targets the same solar installer base as Roof Tech.
- Sunmodo: Sunmodo is a US manufacturer of residential and commercial solar racking, including self-flashing roof mounts. It competes with Roof Tech at the same distributor counters, particularly for residential shingle-roof installations.
- K2 Systems: K2 Systems is a German-headquartered solar mounting manufacturer with strong US presence via Krannich Solar and other distributors. It offers pitched-roof and rail-less systems comparable to Roof Tech's RT-APEX and RT-MINI II families.
- Quick Mount PV: Quick Mount PV (owned by Esdec) is a US-focused solar rooftop mounting and flashing specialist emphasizing waterproofing. Its product line and installer channel directly overlap with Roof Tech's RT-MINI and RT-APEX offerings.
Broad incumbents
- Esdec: Esdec is a European-headquartered solar mounting platform that acquired Quick Mount PV. It offers a broader residential/commercial racking portfolio than Roof Tech and competes at multiple price points and geographies.
- Array Technologies: Array Technologies is a US-listed utility-scale solar tracker company that acquired EcoFasten to expand into the rooftop market. Its residential/commercial racking subsidiary directly overlaps Roof Tech's channel while benefiting from a much larger corporate parent.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks7 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Roof Tech leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles8 records
Roof Tech funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Roof Tech M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about Roof Tech
What does Roof Tech do?
Roof Tech designs, manufactures, and sells solar PV mounting hardware systems for residential and commercial rooftops, including rail-less mounts (RT-APEX), rail-based mounts (RT-PLUS, RT-RAIL), self-flashing bases (RT-MINI II), conduit mounts, and pass-through roof entry brackets. Every mount integrates the proprietary AlphaSeal flexible flashing system — combining RT-Butyl (a synthetic rubber copolymer) with proprietary 5mm stainless wood screws — to deliver a single-SKU, 100% waterproof roof penetration solution certified for wind speeds up to 180 mph and 90 PSF snow loads.
Is Roof Tech a public or private company?
Roof Tech is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Roof Tech founded?
Roof Tech was founded in 2012. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Roof Tech based?
Roof Tech is headquartered in San Diego, United States, in the North America region.
How does Roof Tech make money?
One revenue line is on record: solar PV Mounting Hardware Sales.
Who are Roof Tech's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are EcoFasten, Everest Solar Systems, IronRidge, Unirac, SnapNrack, Sunmodo, K2 Systems and Quick Mount PV. Broad incumbents are Esdec and Array Technologies.
Does Roof Tech have an API?
No public API is recorded for Roof Tech.
What industry is Roof Tech in?
Roof Tech's product category is Solar PV Mounting Hardware. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAFAMAI, Roof-Mounted Systems Integration (PV, Green Roofs, Roof Gardens, Snow Guards), with a secondary code of IMADAFAO, Solar Roofing & Roof-Mounted PV Systems. Its NAICS code is 332722.