Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Building Envelope Repair Services Since 1915
Western Specialty Contractors has been a leader in building envelope restoration since 1915, specializing in facade, concrete, waterproofing, and roofing solutions. With over a century of experience, we combine time-tested craftsmanship with modern techniques to deliver durable, high-quality results. Our nationwide network of 30+ offices ensures localized expertise for property managers, owners, and contractors.We prioritize safety, quality control, and client collaboration, offering tailored solutions for diverse industries including healthcare, education, and hospitality. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our 0.65 Experience Modification Rate and $125 million bonding capacity, underscoring our reliability and industry leadership.
Services
Facade Restoration
Concrete Repair
Waterproofing
Roofing
Sheet Metal Services
Details
- Year established: 1915
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of specialized expertise in building envelope restoration.
- Our nationwide network ensures local expertise with consistent national standards.
- We self-perform 90% of our work, guaranteeing quality and accountability.
- Our safety program exceeds industry benchmarks with a 0.65 Experience Modification Rate.
- We provide complimentary condition assessments and budget planning for clients.
What people say
Excellent work
Professional
Timely manner
Outstanding
Minimal disruption
Services
Facade Restoration
We restore building facades to preserve structural integrity and aesthetic value. Our process addresses moisture damage, pollutants, and age-related wear using specialized masonry techniques. Clients benefit from enhanced property appearance and long-term protection against environmental factors.
Concrete Restoration
Our concrete restoration services address core structural integrity beyond surface fixes. We employ advanced techniques to repair deterioration caused by water, weather, and time, ensuring lasting strength for foundations, parking garages, and commercial structures.
Waterproofing
We implement comprehensive waterproofing solutions that stop leaks at their source. Our systems protect against water intrusion damage to foundations, walls, and critical building components, preventing costly structural issues and extending property lifespan.
Roofing Services
Available in select regions, our roofing solutions deliver durable protection and investment value. We install and maintain high-performance systems that safeguard buildings from weather exposure while optimizing energy efficiency and longevity.
Sheet Metal Work
With 20+ years of experience, we design and install custom architectural sheet metal components. Our services include wall panels, gutters, and complex metal systems tailored to meet project-specific aesthetic and functional requirements.
People
Ben Bishop, Jr.
Chairman of the Board / Chief Executive Officer
Third-generation leader guiding Western's strategic direction while maintaining family commitment to craftsmanship and client partnerships since 1915.
Michael Bishop
Vice President / Director
Key executive overseeing operational excellence and business development, continuing the Bishop family's legacy of construction industry leadership.
Tom Brooks
Chief Operating Officer
Responsible for day-to-day operations, ensuring consistent service quality across all 30+ branch locations nationwide.
Paul Gillstrom
Chief Financial Officer
Manages financial strategy and bonding capacity, maintaining Western's strong fiscal position with $125 million aggregate bonding capacity.
Crystal Moyer
Senior Director of National Accounts
Leads national account program, delivering streamlined maintenance solutions for multi-location clients through dedicated single-point-of-contact service.
Questions
What building envelope services do you offer?
We provide facade restoration, concrete repair, waterproofing, roofing, and sheet metal services for commercial and industrial properties.
How long have you been in business?
Western Specialty Contractors has specialized in building envelope repair since 1915, with three generations of family leadership.
Do you operate nationwide?
Yes, we have 30+ offices across the United States providing localized service with national consistency.
What industries do you serve?
We work with healthcare, education, hospitality, industrial, government, and commercial property sectors nationwide.
Can you handle large-scale restoration projects?
Our national account program manages multi-location projects with dedicated teams for complex capital restoration needs.
What safety certifications do you hold?
We maintain an Experience Modification Rate of 0.65 and OSHA Incidence Rate of 1.64, exceeding industry safety standards.
Reviews (3)
Ashley Hollinger
Jul 12, 2021
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So did you know you have someone working for you named Cam Martin im guessing Cameron martin that tries to meet up with 11 year olds?
Delbert Frost
May 01, 2021
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Newly remodeled by Talon Commercial Services.of course they're construction too, concrete I reckon, none the less real pleasant to work with/for Doug and Shannon were top notch at letting us do our jobs to provide top shelf product with top notch services
Tom Cummings
Jan 28, 2019
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They do excellent work on coating parking garages and all kinds of construction work courtesy and knowledgeable employees all well trained to do quality work
