Community Spotlight: D.C. Taylor Co. Builds on a Legacy of Responsible Roofing
November 25, 2025 | Business Support, Member Stories
D. C. Taylor Co. has been part of the Cedar Rapids skyline for more than 70 years, helping businesses keep their operations running safely and reliably under roofs built to last. What began as a tuckpointing business has grown into a respected commercial, institutional, and industrial roofing partner with service centers in four states and 17 service and roofing crews. That scale allows the company to respond quickly and efficiently when facility managers need repair, maintenance, or full reroofing solutions.
Through all that growth, one thing has stayed constant. The company is powered by people.
Leaders at D. C. Taylor Co. work hard to create a place where individuals are valued as people first and employees second. Team members are encouraged to think like owners, bring forward ideas, and grow their skills. That mindset is supported by a companywide Entrepreneurial Operating System that centers on five core values. Safety, integrity, partner, pride in work, and stable.
Safety is priority number one. Roofing is demanding work, and the company invests heavily in training, equipment, and processes to protect employees’ health and wellness. A true culture of caring starts with sending everyone home safely at the end of the day.
Integrity guides how D. C. Taylor Co. shows up for its customers. Teams are expected to be honest, professional, and thoughtful in the solutions they recommend. That means using their technical expertise to propose proven roofing systems and service plans that will stand the test of time. The goal is simple. Do good work, the right way.
The value of partner reflects how the company views its role in every project. D. C. Taylor Co. aims to be a long term resource for facility managers, not just a contractor who shows up when there is a leak. From ongoing maintenance to fall protection planning to large reroofing projects, the company works alongside customers and other trades, such as engineers, to deliver strong outcomes. Great results happen when there is a strong team, clear communication, and shared accountability.
Pride in work shows up in the details. When crews take ownership of the job, they feel a sense of purpose and know their contributions matter. That pride is what pushes teams to look for ways to improve and to leave every roof in better shape than they found it.
Stable speaks to the company’s commitment to well-designed processes and consistent methods. By building on a solid foundation of best practices, D. C. Taylor Co. can deliver reliable results for customers time after time.
Under EOS, the company has defined its purpose as partnering with facility managers to provide quality, safe roofing service solutions. Its niche. Responsible roofing services. That clarity is helping D. C. Taylor Co. plan for the future while honoring the legacy of its first 75 years in business.
Membership in the Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance has supported that journey. Through networking events and community engagement opportunities, D. C. Taylor Co. has built meaningful relationships with local businesses, area leaders, and potential partners. Leadership development programs have equipped team members with new tools and perspectives they bring back to their crews and customers. Those connections reinforce a belief in collaboration and shared success.
After celebrating its 75th anniversary last year, D. C. Taylor Co. is already looking ahead to its 80th. With strong values, dedicated people, and deep community roots, the company is well positioned to service rooftops throughout the continental United States for many years to come. Visit their website at https://www.dctaylorco.com/