Grateful for all the generous donations for the Neighbors Helping Neighbors Annual Food Drive!
A special shout-out to Lisa Werner for her tireless efforts in organizing this initiative, helping to provide essential meals to those in need during the cold winter months!
Ron Smith’s journey at East Coast Metal Systems began in 1998, fueled by a passion for welding and working with his hands. A friend told him about the opportunity, so applying was a no-brainer. His first project was the West Virginia Northern Community College’s B&O Building, which involved skinning radius dormers with metal. However, Ron’s most memorable project is the OU Athens job.
“There was a lot of radius corner flashing that needed figuring, and it was complicated.”
Ron oversees the afternoon crew at the metal shop, leading many projects simultaneously. This role plays to his strengths and passion, allowing him to teach others the many things he has learned in the trade.
“I like that we learn new things every day because things are always changing, and we always get new equipment to expedite our work.”
Outside of work, Ron’s life is equally rich and fulfilling. He recently purchased a house in Bellaire, Ohio, which he and his wife have completely renovated. They have two children and two cats, but their family recently expanded with his daughter’s marriage, making him a “Pappy” to two teenage girls. Ron is also an avid woodworker and loves to spend time restoring his prized possession, his 1948 International pickup truck.
Not only is Ron a foreman, but he’s a mentor, a craftsman, and a family man. His commitment to work, learning, and adapting makes him a remarkable member of our team.
The Master Builders’ Association recently awarded Kalkreuth a 2023 MBA Safety Award for Excellence in Safety!
As part of our company culture, a commitment to safety is our number one priority and responsibility. Our employees deserve it, our customers expect it, and the industry demands it.
James Hurley accepted the award on behalf of Kalkreuth.
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio made history as the newly renovated and expanded facility officially became the largest Ronald McDonald House in the world! This expansion allows the facility to serve 2,000 more families each year for a total of 6,500 families served annually!
Kalkreuth is proud to have played a key role in this achievement through the Roofing Alliance‘s RMHC Partnership. We provided essential roofing services for the new facility, using high-quality materials donated by Hunter Panels, IB Roof Systems and American Hydrotech. It’s a privilege to be part of such an important initiative and to work with a wonderful team.
Kalkreuth proudly partnered with Continental Building Company and Meyers+Associates on this job – installing the following scope:
– 16,100 sq. ft. PVC Adhered
– 2 Roof Hatches
– 1,100 feet Coping and Edge Metal
– 2,500 sq. ft. Hot Fluid Applied Waterproofing
– 660 Pavers
– Patio Traffic Coating on 2 Patios
– 7,800 sq. ft. Wall Panels
– 1,700 sq. ft. Composite Panels
– Custom Interior and Exterior Ronald McDonald House Logo Signage
We are happy to announce that Kalkreuth Residential Roofing has been named the #1 Roofing Company in the Ohio Valley by The Intelligencer / Wheeling News-Register Readers’ Choice Awards once again!
Our heartfelt thanks go out to all who have consistently placed their trust in us and voted for us year after year. Your support is truly appreciated!
Thirty-nine years ago today, our founders, John Kalkreuth and Jim Hurley, took over the family-run business – Kalkreuth Brothers – emerging into the company we know today.
With a vision set on hard work, good people, and unwavering commitment, we’ve consistently grown, becoming one of the largest roofing contractors in the nation. Today, we celebrate the long, eventful journey and the incredible people involved along the way.
The Kalkreuth team embraced the holiday spirit by once again handpicking a Christmas tree for our annual Christmas Party from the Oglebay Institute‘s Festival of Trees.
This tree isn’t just for us – it will continue to spread joy as we donate it to a family through The Salvation Army USA, ensuring everyone has a merry and bright season!