A remodeling crew that became the roofer for Central Washington

Columbia Plateau began in 2000 as a small remodeling business. Then a roofing crew came to Dan Schilperoort with a proposal: if he could sell the roofs, they would handle the work. That partnership turned into the company that now roofs homes, barns, churches and businesses from Union Gap to Cle Elum.

Dan had earned a Construction Management degree at Central Washington University in 1990, and he started the roofing side with tile, an area with little competition at the time. From there the work grew into shingle, metal, flat and copper roofs.

Then the wind taught them something else. Ellensburg is called the Windy City for a reason, and manufacturer wind warranties on shingles were limited to 15 years. So the company built Gust Guard: Sure Grip fasteners, 50% more than the industry standard, and a lifetime warranty against shingle blow-offs for as long as the homeowner owns and lives in the home. For metal roofs there is Glacier Guard, which holds back sliding snow and ice.

They also keep their own small fabrication shop, so custom flashing gets bent to fit your valley or chimney. Every inspection includes drone photos and a look in the attic for ventilation, insulation, leaks and mold. The roof systems are offered as Most Trusted, Trusted and Basic, and the truck says “Most Trusted Roofing Co.” on the door.