circa 1930                                                                                        Present                                                                                         circa 1930

Kraftwerks was started with the idea that the slate roofing, copper roofing and tin roofing we installed would be as close to historically correct as possible. The above pictures show little difference in the installation process.
 
Our name is German and means "hands factory" or "working with the hands". I felt that it was self explanatory and fit the idea behind the trade or craft.  The tools used to form the "K" are the most commonly used in our field. The soldering iron joins the copper roofing or tin roofing together and the slate hammer cuts and installs the slate.

My career started over twenty five years ago while on summer break from college. I was in awe of the architecture and the thought that our work wouldn't be removed for 50 years or more. I became part of the history, part of the building that had endured so many years and so many more to come.  I have had the advantage of working closely with some of the most respected people in the industry.  While in their service I worked on or managed many historic and influential projects. Some of the most interesting have been Dept. of Treasury, Library of Congress, Pentagon, National Society for Daughters of American Colonists and many Embassies and residences.

A thorough estimate is the first service that we provide to our customers. We provide a pictorial journal to allow you to view first hand the current condition and potential problems of your existing roof system. The recommendations, work scope, product information, detailed drawings, sample warranty and references sum up the report in a simple to understand format. If you wish to review a sample, email us via the Contact Us link and we will forward you a copy of an estimate we have provided.

I am proud to be a member of Central Seventh Day Baptist Church, The National Slate Association, National Trust for Historic Preservation, Historical Society of Washington, DC and Museum of the Cherokee Indian. I am hoping to help keep history alive by taking a role in its restoration and preservation.

If you have any questions, concerns or require further information, please feel free to contact our office. All of our contact information can be found on the  "Contact Us" page.

Respectfully,
Shawn Watson, President

And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men;
Colossians 3:23