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Baker Roofing Company

Safety is more than just a thing we talk about.

Getting our people home safe, and your job done safely is our first goal. Everything else comes after that.

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Safety Philosophy

'Cover Your Brother's Back'

Our mission is accident prevention. Our commitment to providing a safe work environment for our team members shall be evident in all job duties. Through teaching, training, inspecting, accountability, and positive reinforcement, we will work towards a goal of zero lost time incidents, restricted duty cases, and fleet losses. Every accident shall be viewed as intolerable and unacceptable. Every affiliate of Baker deserves an injury-free work environment. Therefore, we will constantly and consistently pursue this goal.

Our safety numbers speak for themselves.

Safety Data2018201920202021
Total Incident Rate (TIR)2.502.621.811.62
Days Away Return to Work (DART)2.062.361.811.62
Experience Modification Factor (EMR).75.69.61.85
* Baker Roofing Company has been below the national average for 5 years.

Our Coverage

Bonding Capacity
  • Bonding Company: Arch Surety
  • Aggregate: $100,000,000.00 USD
  • Single-Job: $20,000,000.00 USD
Insurance Coverage
  • General Liability: $2,000,000 each occurrence
  • General Liability: $4,000,000 aggregate
  • Umbrella: 25,000,000

Dedicated Safety Team

Baker Roofing Company is proud to have a team of employees devoted to safety. They work hard each day to make sure Team Baker comes home safely to their families as well as protecting your business. Our mission is accident prevention. Our commitment to providing a safe work environment for our team members shall be evident in all our other job duties. Through teaching, training, inspecting, accountability, and positive reinforcement, we will work towards a goal of zero lost time incidents, restricted duty cases, and fleet losses.
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Baker Safety Awards

  • STAR member of Carolina Roofing & Sheet Metal Association
  • Highly developed Environmental Healthy & Safety program & policies
  • 13 Full-Time Safety Managers & Risk Management Staff throughout the company
  • NC Department of Labor Safety & Health Achievement Recognition Program
  • SHARP Award - for superior leadership in occupational safety & health management

Waterhead

A box-shaped component that connects scuppers to downspouts, helping control the flow of roof runoff and avoiding unsightly cascades. Waterheads are also called conductor heads or rainheads.

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Expansion Joints

Flexible joints built into a roof system that absorb movement from expansion and contraction. They prevent cracking and leaks at connections between different parts of your roof assembly.

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Drip Edge

An L-shaped piece of roof edge flashing that helps rainwater flow off the roof and away from the fascia boards. It prevents water from seeping under shingles or other roofing materials, protecting the roof deck from rot.

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Capillary Action

The process where water moves into tiny gaps or along narrow spaces, often against gravity, because of surface tension. In roofing, it can draw water into seams or cut edges, leading to hidden leaks and damage.

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Membrane

The waterproof layer in a roofing system that protects the building from water intrusion and reflects sunlight, lowering energy costs. It’s usually the top layer of the roofing system and can be made of materials like TPO, PVC, EPDM, or modified bitumen.

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Heat welded thermoplastic membrane

A type of white single-ply roofing membrane that’s sealed at the seams using hot air, creating a waterproof layer over the roof. It’s commonly used on flat or low-slope commercial buildings, since these roofs need to most protection from water infiltration.

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EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer)

A black, gray or white rubber roofing membrane known for its long lifespan. It’s commonly used on flat or low-slope buildings and is typically glued down, mechanically fastened or ballasted, not heat-welded.

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PVC (polyvinyl chloride)

A high-end type of heat-welded thermoplastic membrane that stands up well to oils and chemicals. It’s ideal for restaurants or industrial buildings for its extra resistance, though it usually costs more.

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TPO (thermoplastic olefin)

A durable type of heat-welded thermoplastic membrane that reflects sunlight and helps reduce cooling costs. It’s a cost-effective option for flat roofs but may not perform as well as PVC in harsh environments.

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End cap

A metal cap that seals the open end of gutters, flashings, or panels. End caps prevent water from spilling and protect roof edges from corrosion or leaks.
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Soldered joint

A watertight joint created by joining metal roofing or flashing components together. Soldered joints provide long-lasting, durable seals against water infiltration.

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Parapet wall

The short wall that extends above the roofline, often around the roof’s edge, to provide safety, block wind, and in some cases help manage water drainage. In roofing, parapet walls are usually capped with coping to keep water from seeping into the wall structure.

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Retro drain

A roof drain retrofit designed to fit inside existing piping without major demolition. Retro drains are cost-effective solutions for improving drainage on older roofs.  

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