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  • Missing License Our automated search didn't find a license on file for R.D. Kleinschmidt, Inc. with the Michigan state licensing board. That doesn't mean the company is unlicensed. A license can be held under a different business name, registered too recently for us to match, or filed in a way our search didn't catch. We recommend confirming directly with the Michigan state licensing board or asking the contractor for their license number.
  • Registered Corporation R.D. Kleinschmidt, Inc.'s registered name carries a corporate suffix (LLC or Inc), but we have not matched it to a filing on the Michigan Secretary of State. You can confirm how the business is registered, and its current status, directly with the Michigan Secretary of State.
  • Business Address R.D. Kleinschmidt, Inc.'s listed address at 19860 Sharon Valley Rd, Manchester, MI 48158 appears to be a business address. This means the company operates from a real, locatable address rather than a mailbox or PO box, which can make it easier to reach them or resolve issues. Many roofers legitimately work from a home address, so this doesn't speak to the quality of their work, license, or insurance.
  • 0 Credentials Our automated search didn't find a manufacturer certification for R.D. Kleinschmidt, Inc.. Many reputable roofers aren't certified by any manufacturer, often by choice, so this isn't a sign of a problem. If a manufacturer-backed warranty matters to you, ask the contractor which certifications they carry.
  • Excellent Ratings Across the platforms we identified for R.D. Kleinschmidt, Inc. (Google, Yelp, the Better Business Bureau), the blended average is 4.7 out of 5, which we label Excellent. This is a plain average of public customer ratings, not a RooferWatch score. A high average reflects past customers' experiences, not a guarantee of yours, so read the underlying reviews and weigh them yourself.

We verified 3/5 public records for R.D. Kleinschmidt, Inc.. The more of a company's record you can check, the more informed your hiring decision.

Contact Info

Company Description

R.D. Kleinschmidt, Inc. has operated since 1972 as a family-owned business serving Washtenaw, Jackson, Lenawee, and Livingston Counties in Michigan. The company offers roofing installation and repair, gutter installation, siding and trim, window and door installation, skylights, and solar shingles for both residential and commercial projects. Services range from small roof repairs to re-roofing large apartment complexes. The company is licensed and fully insured. R.D. Kleinschmidt prioritizes sourcing Michigan-based products and works with local vendors for materials and services.

Services Offered

  • Roofing InstallationInstalling a new roof system on a structure, including decking preparation, underlayment, shingles or panels, and flashing.
  • Roof RepairFixing localized damage such as leaks, missing shingles, damaged flashing, or deteriorated sections without replacing the entire roof.
  • Re-RoofingComplete removal of an old roof system and installation of new roofing materials to restore full protection and extend the building's lifespan.
  • Gutter InstallationSetting up gutters and downspouts to channel water away from the roof and foundation, preventing water damage and erosion.
  • Siding and TrimInstallation, repair, and replacement of exterior wall cladding and decorative trim boards to protect the home's structure and improve curb appeal.
  • Window InstallationInstalling new windows in residential or commercial properties, including framing, sealing, and finishing to ensure proper function and weatherproofing.
  • SkylightsInstallation of roof windows that bring natural light into interior spaces, including flashing and sealing to prevent leaks.
  • Solar ShinglesPhotovoltaic shingles that generate electricity while functioning as roof covering, replacing traditional asphalt shingles on sloped roofs.
  • Door InstallationFitting and securing exterior or interior doors including frames, hardware, and weatherstripping for proper function and sealing.

Company Info

Company Name
R. D. Kleinschmidt, Inc.
Entity Type
Corporation
Alternate Name
Kleinschmidt True Value Hardware
Address Type
Commercial
Multi-State Company
No
Website Age
19.9 years old

Inspections and Violations

U.S. and Michigan OSHA data
Inspections 2
Violations 5
Current penalties $7,200
Most recent Sep 2023
  1. Sep 28, 2023 CHELSEA, MI Insp #346999790
    • Serious Safety monitoring systems 1926.502(h)(1) $200
    • Other 408.40132(3) $0
  2. Nov 24, 2020 SALINE, MI Insp #345036982
    • Serious Roofing on low-slope roofs - fall protection 1926.501(b)(10) $3,500
    • Serious Retraining when deficiencies observed 1926.503(c)(3) $3,500
    • Other 408.22129(1) $0

Reviews and Reputation

About this review summary

This summary was automatically generated from customer reviews that were publicly visible at the time it was created on one or more of the review aggregators listed below. It does not constitute a review, rating, endorsement, or statement of fact about the business - it reflects only the opinions expressed by those reviewers as found at that time, not the views or conclusions of RooferWatch. Automated summaries can contain errors or omit context and may become outdated as new reviews are posted, so please read the original reviews through the links provided and do your own due diligence. If you are the business owner and believe anything here is inaccurate, submit a correction and we’ll review it promptly.
  • Avg. Rating 4.7
  • BBB A+
  • Google 4.8
  • Yelp 4.4

Reviewers report mixed experiences with RD Kleinschmidt. Several customers praise the company's service quality, timeliness, professionalism, and competitive pricing on gutter, roofing, and siding work. Multiple reviewers highlight responsive communication, skilled installers, and clean job sites. One reviewer particularly commends the company's integrity for declining a guaranteed job when color options didn't meet expectations. However, one reviewer describes a significantly negative experience, reporting unprofessional worker conduct (urinating on property, littering), incomplete work requiring multiple callbacks, exposed roofing materials left unfinished, and organizational issues regarding payment collection. That reviewer characterizes the company as disorganized and performing minimal work to complete jobs.

About this average rating

This figure is a straightforward average of the public ratings we’ve gathered for this company across the following review platforms that our systems have identified: Google, Yelp, the Better Business Bureau. It is not a proprietary RooferWatch score or a judgement of our own; each source is converted to a common five-star scale and blended into a single number so that no one platform’s reviews carry outsized weight, giving a more balanced read on overall sentiment. We’d still encourage you to read the underlying reviews on each platform and weigh them for yourself.

Review Signals Over Time

About these review signals

These figures are derived from this company’s 29 most recent publicly visible Google reviews at the time they were gathered. They simply describe patterns in those reviews - how often new reviews appear, how often the owner replies, and whether recent star ratings run higher or lower than older ones. They are not a review, rating, endorsement, or judgement by RooferWatch, and they reflect only what those public reviews showed at that time, which can change as new reviews are posted. Please read the underlying reviews and do your own due diligence. If you are the business owner and believe anything here is inaccurate, submit a correction and we’ll review it promptly.
~4.9/mo Reviews per month
97% Owner responds to reviews
Improving 5.0 recent vs 4.7 earlier
How customers rated R.D. Kleinschmidt, Inc. each month
Number of new reviews R.D. Kleinschmidt, Inc. received per month

By sheer volume of Google reviews (a measure of how much feedback a firm has gathered) R.D. Kleinschmidt, Inc. ranks 36th of the 118 roofers we track across Michigan, ahead of about 70% of them. Over the past year it has pulled in 29 reviews - the most recent this month - for a rate of roughly 4.9 reviews per month, which is faster than approximately 73% of the other Michigan roofers. Its 4.8-star average rating sits just below the Michigan median of 4.9 stars. The owner responds to 97% of reviews, which is above the typical Michigan roofer’s rate of 67%.

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