Comparison of old and new building roofs, with the left showing an older, worn roof and the right showing a newer, clean roof.

About Us

Side-by-side comparison of a roof before and after restoration, showing a weathered roof on the left and a clean, refurbished roof on the right, with visible ventilation pipes and greenery in the background.
Side-by-side comparison showing a roof with gray shingles on the left and a roof with white reflective material on the right, surrounded by trees.
Two images of a rooftop showing a large industrial tank before and after maintenance, with the left image showing a worn surface and the right image showing a newly repaired and sealed surface.

Who We Are

Roof Maintenance Systems is a full-service, professional roof management and consulting firm dedicated exclusively to protecting and extending the life of commercial roofing assets. Since 1973, we have provided comprehensive roof consulting services to commercial, industrial, private-sector, and institutional clients across the United States.

Our clients include leaders in the pharmaceutical, food processing, manufacturing, datacenters, museums, higher education, retail, and government sectors, as well as real estate investment firms seeking detailed roof condition assessments prior to acquisition. No matter the size or scope of the portfolio, we deliver clarity, confidence, and measurable value.


What We Do

We specialize in complete roof asset management solutions, supporting our clients through every phase of the roofing lifecycle, including:

  • Advanced roof investigations and forensic analysis

  • Condition assessments and asset inventory development

  • Capital planning and budget forecasting

  • Design development and technical specifications

  • Bid evaluation and contractor selection assistance

  • Construction management and field observation

  • Material quality control and compliance monitoring

Our investigative techniques and disciplined management approach consistently generate substantial long-term savings for multi-building and portfolio owners.


Our History

Roof Maintenance Systems was incorporated in New Jersey in 1973 by founder Robert F. Martin, RRC, FRCI, as a full-service roof consulting and repair firm. What began as a regional operation has grown into one of the preeminent roof consulting firms in the country.

Our continued growth is built on technical excellence, integrity, and a commitment to delivering objective, client-focused solutions.

Our team is composed of highly experienced professionals dedicated exclusively to roofing and building enclosure performance. We maintain a licensed Professional Engineer on staff and include credentialed members of the international Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants who hold designations as Registered Roof Consultants (RRC) and Registered Roof Observers (RRO).

Our President, William Tipton, serves on the wind investigation team of the Roofing Industry Committee on Weather Issues (RICOWI), sponsored by Oak Ridge National Laboratory. As part of this rapid-response team, he assists in evaluating major hurricane damage following landfall events across the United States.


Our Commitment

At Roof Maintenance Systems, we believe roofing decisions should be guided by data, experience, and long-term financial strategy- not guesswork. Our mission is simple:

Protect your assets. Extend roof life. Reduce long-term costs.

We are committed to delivering accurate assessments, practical solutions, and measurable results that support your organization's operational and financial goals.

Contact Us to See How We Can Help with your Commercial Roofing Services