Who we are

Crane Services Limited (also known as CSL Roofing) was founded in 1996 by John Crane. Following a 15 year career in legal land surveying John found himself dissatisfied with the lack of value for professionalism in that industry. Due to this dissatisfaction he decided it was time to move to an industry that aligned more with his core values.

John entered the commercial construction world in the fall of 1991 working for Beck Construction at the Bull Arm site. Beck at the time was a local 25 year old building construction company in which J.W. Lindsay & Associates had a majority stake in.

John worked on many building construction projects for Beck over the next couple years as an assistant project manager with great success learning many valuable lessons along the way.

In 1992 John began working at Beck’s Mount Pearl office as a building salesman and estimator. At this point Beck were trying to better develop their roofing division to add more value to their building construction packages and they were looking for someone to captain this new undertaking. John jumped at the new challenge and became head of their roofing division specializing in Carlisle EPDM roofing applications.

In 1994, even after two successful years of managing Beck’s roofing division learning the ins and outs of low slope roofing Beck decided to close their doors due to financial problems with their main building construction processes.

In the spring of 1995 John moved on with another company Northern Industries Inc. forming their new roofing division. He held this position with Northern Industries until 1996 when they decided to part ways following a dismal year and the end of their current building lease.

On July 2, 1996 John incorporated and formed Crane Services Ltd. A new local roofing company specializing in the same low slope roofing solutions he became so familiar with along his journey. John’s goal was to extinguish the negative stigmas that surrounded the roofing industry at time by providing high quality roofing products combined with exceptional customer service.

Today Crane Services Ltd. still embodies these same values having developed specialized low slope roofing solutions that are optimized for the harsh climate experienced here in the great province of Newfoundland, serving St. John’s and the surround areas.

Core Values

At Crane Services Limited, we are driven by our commitment to delivering roofing solutions that stand the test of time. Our core values guide every project we undertake:

  • Quality & Longevity: We believe in using only the highest-quality materials to ensure our roofing systems provide long-lasting protection and durability for our clients.

  • Professionalism: From the first consultation to project completion, we maintain the highest standards of communication, reliability, and attention to detail.

  • Customer Satisfaction: Your needs are our top priority. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering tailored solutions that meet your specific requirements, on time and within budget.

Mission Statement

At Crane Services Limited, our mission is to provide durable, high-quality roofing solutions that offer long-lasting protection for both residential and commercial properties. We are committed to delivering exceptional craftsmanship, transparent communication, and outstanding customer service, ensuring each project is completed with professionalism and integrity.

Vision Statement

Our vision is to be the leading provider of low slope roofing solutions, known for our reliability, quality materials, and dedication to customer satisfaction. We strive to set the industry standard for roofing excellence, helping property owners protect and enhance the value of their investments for years to come.

10 Reasons to Choose us

  1. Local Expertise: As a local company with deep roots in the community, we understand the unique needs of property owners in our region.

  2. Manufacturer Trained and Certified: Trained and certified by manufacturers Carlisle Syntec and Truco Coatings to ensure their high standards are met and exceeded.

  3. Years of Experience: With 28 years of experience in the roofing industry, we bring unmatched expertise to every project.

  4. Superior Materials: We use only the highest-quality roofing materials, ensuring long-lasting performance and protection.

  5. Wind Speed Certifications: Our roofing systems are certified to withstand higher wind speeds, offering greater resilience in harsh weather conditions.

  6. Superior Craftsmanship: Our skilled team is committed to superior craftsmanship, delivering flawless, durable results that exceed expectations.

  7. Attention to Detail: From the smallest component to the final inspection, we pay close attention to every detail to ensure a perfect finish.

  8. Clear Communication: We believe in keeping you informed every step of the way, ensuring a smooth, stress-free process.

  9. On-Time Delivery: We understand the importance of timelines and are committed to completing your project on schedule.

  10. Long-Term Warranties: Our work is backed by long-term warranties, giving you peace of mind for years to come.

Outstanding communication, extremely responsive, and superior quality products. Product offerings which best accommodate and hold up to the harsh Newfoundland climate. Have provided a large number of our properties with a premium service for decades. We have always had a positive experience working with this company and would highly recommend them to anyone requiring commercial grade roofing services.
— Chris Collingwood Jr.
We definitely recommend CSL Roofing to anyone with a flat or low slope roof. They were knowledgeable, professional, and responsive. They were prompt to come to assess our roof and provide a complete estimate. They discussed options and details with us so we could make informed decisions on the details of the installation of the TPO roof. They provided realistic timelines. They made us feel that we were part of the decision process on the start date. They communicated with us all the way through the process, especially if anything impacted of the schedule. The team did an excellent job. They were friendly and really knew their stuff and were both quick and efficient. They did an excellent job of cleaning up. Overall, we were very pleased with the whole service.
— Brian Power

Recipient of Carlisle Syntec Centurion Award for achieving Carlisle’s Perfect 10 on 100 roofing installations

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