DUMBO Industrial Roofing Specialists

HIGHRISE ROOFING is DUMBO's premier industrial flat roofing contractor. With 95 contributing buildings in the Historic District - from massive warehouse conversions to modern tech offices - we understand the unique challenges of DUMBO's industrial architecture and deliver roofing solutions that preserve character while ensuring modern performance.

DUMBO's Industrial Flat Roof Experts

DUMBO (Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass) transformed from Brooklyn's manufacturing hub into a thriving mixed-use neighborhood. The district's historic warehouses - built with reinforced concrete and massive flat roofs - housed American icons like Arbuckle Brothers coffee, Benjamin Moore paint, and Brillo manufacturing.

Today's DUMBO requires roofing contractors who understand both industrial heritage and modern demands - from tech company rooftop terraces to residential loft conversions with green roofs.

Industrial Heritage: DUMBO's late 19th and early 20th century warehouses feature flat roofs designed for maximum interior space and heavy equipment placement - requiring specialized expertise.

DUMBO warehouse flat roof installation

DUMBO Property Roofing Solutions

Warehouse Conversions

Expert flat roofing for DUMBO's iconic converted warehouses and lofts.

  • • Large-scale TPO systems
  • • Rooftop deck waterproofing
  • • Green roof installations
  • • Skylight integration

Tech & Creative Offices

Modern flat roofing solutions for DUMBO's innovation companies.

  • • White reflective membranes
  • • Solar panel compatible
  • • HVAC equipment platforms
  • • Minimal business disruption

Historic Industrial

Preserving DUMBO's industrial architecture with appropriate roofing.

  • • Modified bitumen systems
  • • Structural assessments
  • • Historic tax credit compliance
  • • Heavy-duty solutions

DUMBO's Unique Roofing Challenges

Industrial Building Challenges

  • • Massive roof areas requiring seamless systems
  • • Heavy rooftop equipment from industrial use
  • • Multiple roof levels and complex drainage
  • • Concrete deck deterioration
  • • Waterfront exposure and salt air

Modern Use Requirements

  • • Rooftop amenity space waterproofing
  • • Green roof and solar installations
  • • Compliance with landmark regulations
  • • Integration with modern HVAC
  • • High-performance energy standards

Serving DUMBO's Landmark Buildings

HIGHRISE ROOFING has extensive experience with DUMBO's industrial architecture, from historic warehouses to modern conversions:

Historic Properties:

  • • Former Arbuckle Brothers Coffee warehouses
  • • Ex-Benjamin Moore paint facilities
  • • Historic Brillo manufacturing buildings
  • • 19th century sugar warehouses
  • • Brooklyn Bridge anchor buildings

Modern Conversions:

  • • Tech company headquarters
  • • Luxury residential lofts
  • • Creative office spaces
  • • Mixed-use developments
  • • Rooftop event venues

Service Area: All of DUMBO • ZIP: 11201 • Response: Priority service for water emergencies

Complete DUMBO Coverage

Waterfront District

Brooklyn Bridge Park area, Water Street, Front Street properties

Main Street Corridor

Plymouth Street, Bridge Street, York Street buildings

Pearl Street Triangle

Jay Street area, Gold Street, Nassau Street properties

DUMBO's Industrial Roofing Partner

From historic warehouse preservation to cutting-edge green roofs, HIGHRISE ROOFING delivers industrial-strength flat roofing solutions for DUMBO's unique architecture.