Project profiles and references.

D. C. Taylor Co. has nearly 60 years of experience installing, repairing and maintaining roofs for manufacturing/industrial, food processing, retail/commercial, healthcare, self-storage, and government and school facilities, and we understand how to work with the unique needs of each of our customers.

Following are some examples of our work. For a list of references, click here.

University of Northern Iowa McLeod Center - A Sika Sarnafil Project of the Year Award Winner

This project required waterproofing a heavily trafficked 25,000-square foot plaza area that was located above offices and maintenance areas. Based on quality workmanship and exceptional project management, this project received an award from Sika Saranfil. Click here to download the profile (PDF 256KB).

Oilseeds Plant - D. C. Taylor Co. accepts a challenge

Nearly 200 pipes, steel beams and other equipment penetrate this facility's roof surface. It's also used as a work platform and takes daily wear and tear from continuous plant operations. D. C. Taylor Co.'s problem solving skills were put to good use.  Click here to download the profile (PDF 622KB).

Oracle USA - High-rise headquarters gets roof makeover

The original roof on this 12-story structure was losing pavers, causing safety concerns, as well as potential leak issues. D. C. Taylor Co. provided a replacement solution that gave the client a needed long-term solution. And, remarkably, this $825,000 project required no change orders. Click here to download the profile (PDF 102KB).

Rexam - Packaging company protects its assets with replacement roof

Poor design of Rexam's roofing system was causing several roof component failures, and the company was in need of a new long lasting roof. D. C. Taylor Co. took the time to understand the client's needs, plan for success, build it right, and make it last. The result: a satisfied customer and another long-term working relationship for D. C. Taylor Co. Click here to download (PDF 94K).

Worley Warehousing - Roofing solution stops leaks and condensation without adding to weight load concerns

Worley Warehousing, which warehouses both dry goods and refrigerated products, was experiencing condensation and leak problems in one of their buildings. During the initial inspection of the roof, the D. C. Taylor Co. team found weight load concerns that would limit the re-roofing options. D. C. Taylor Co. worked with a structural engineering firm to design a solution that would solve Worley’s condensation problems and protect their customers' products without overloading the structure. Click here to download (PDF 140K).

Marin County Civic Center - Protecting one of Frank Lloyd Wright's largest designs
The unique design of this 220,000-square-foot roof posed several challenges, and D. C. Taylor Co. provided the right combination of specialized expertise with focus on craftsmanship and safety. Click here for more information (PDF 640K).

Castleview Hospital - Combination of re-roofing and preventive maintenance keeps hospital serving patients
Castleview Hospital had several buildings with roofs of varying age and condition. They needed a way to organize their roof maintenance program and to determine if and when re-roofing was necessary. D. C. Taylor Co. performed a complete roof investigation and made recommendations for replacing some roofs and repairing others. Click here to download (PDF 204K).

Saint-Gobain Containers - Roof coating restores 25-year-old roof and protects glass manufacturing business
The original galvalume finish was mostly eroded at the Saint-Gobain Containers facility in Pevely, Mo. Repairs were showing varied signs of deterioration, trapping water and rusting out roof panels. These problems were creating a potential leak hazard that needed to be stopped before it interrupted plant operations. Click here for more information (PDF 1400K).

Georgia-Pacific Tissue Mill - Outstanding workmanship overcomes three unique challenges
A roofing project at a Georgia-Pacific Tissue Mill presented three distinct challenges. Find out what what these challenges were and how D. C. Taylor Co. overcame them. Click here to download (PDF 440K).

Myers Industries - A new 'cool roof' saves energy costs
The original asphalt roof on the facility was failing due to long-term solar exposure. Gary Frye of Myers Industries contacted D. C. Taylor Co. to investigate and provide a proposal to address their situation. Click here to download (PDF 800K).

Bodine Aluminum, Inc. - Eliminating roof leaks helps maintain productivity
The existing cold tar roof over the main office was deteriorating, creating distractions and potentially placing employees and equipment at risk. Click here to download (PDF 111K).

Graphic Packaging Corp. - D. C. Taylor Co. keeps company's assets protected
Leaks in the pressroom roof were putting valuable equipment and finished products at risk.  The existing metal roof had been damaged by frequent HVAC service traffic and also was leaking at roof panel joints and flashing transitions. Find out how D. C. Taylor Co. helped fix this problem roof. Click here to download (PDF 94K).

Bando USA - Manufacturing company decides to stop using bandage approach to fixing roof leaks
Bando U.S.A.’s standing seam metal roof had been leaking and causing production problems since it was constructed in 1988. Extensive repairs were made over the years by stripping in horizontal lap seams and flashing transitions. These repairs had varied degrees of success. Find out how D. C. Taylor Co. helped this belt manufacturer with a solution. Click here to download (PDF 133K).

City of Kansas City, Maintenance Shop - Quality workmanship is still paying off 25 years later
A quarter of a century after D. C. Taylor Co. installed a fully-adhered thermoplastic membrane over a built-up roof system, these roofs are still performing, and have surpassed the manufacturer warranty. Click here to download (PDF 77K).