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1964
As a young boy, Gary’s first roofing experience is on an addition to the Volpe family home in Plymouth Township. He is “hired” by his father, Vincent Volpe Jr., who operates a residential contracting company.
1970
Vincent moves into commercial construction and Gary and his brother Rick founded Volpe Brothers Roofing. They are still in high school and the original phone number of 272-6762 is still in use by the company today. With a small investment, they purchase a 12 foot ladder and some hand tools. Their cars serve as their “trucks.” They strap the ladders atop of the cars and stow the trash in the trunks. Their initial roofing customers include family, friends, and neighbors. The first employees are high school and neighborhood friends.
1973
Gary and Rick’s first capital investment is a used Bell Telephone Company van they purchase at auction. The khaki green van is complete with ladder racks. Volpe Bros. Roofing is painted on the sides of the van in bright yellow letters. After the sudden passing of their father, Gary makes the career choice to develop the small roofing company.
1974
Gary acquires his brother’s interest in the company and is the sole owner of the newly named Volpe Roofing. He advertises in the Yellow Pages and sells roofing door to door. The focus is to provide honest, written proposals and quality roof installations at a reasonable price.
1975
Gary marries Janet Earl and they are instant partners in life and in business. They buy a house in East Norriton Township and operate the business from a spare bedroom and their one car garage. Gary does the sales, estimating and roof installations. Janet is the first secretary and handles all company finances. Volpe Roofing becomes a Pennsylvania corporation.
1978
Gary moved into a 1½ car garage on 500 block of Buttonwood Street in Norristown. He also purchased a pickup truck which he converted into his first dump truck to haul away trash.
1979
Gary had to sometimes drive many miles away to service his clients. In this particular picture they are completing a roof in Massachusetts.
1980
Gary and Janet purchase a small warehouse at 56 Buttonwood St. in Norristown and move the company to that location. The first replacement window installations are completed for customers. For the first time, Volpe Roofing, Inc. exhibits in a local home show and is sponsored by CertainTeed. The company expands into siding installation and hires John Bonner as the first siding crew helper.
1984
Volpe Roofing, Inc. needs additional space to accommodate growth. They purchase and renovate a warehouse at 530 Church Street in Norristown. Two years later, the front truck entrance is closed off and they develop the Church Street location into a rentable office building. The next corporate move is just two blocks away on West Marshall Street.
1988
Gary and Janet, now having 3 sons, continue to grow their company to help support their expanding family. Gary works in the field during the day. In the evening, he writes estimates out of his home office and spends time with his sons. Janet balances caring for their 3 sons, all while performing accounting and office manager duties for the company.
1989
The core values of “Quality, Honesty, and Integrity” are adopted as the company motto. The company acquires and refurbishes an 8,000 square foot warehouse on West Poplar Street in Norristown. The community embraces the renovations that rejuvenate the run-down building located in a residential neighborhood.
1990
Until this time, word-of-mouth and the Yellow Pages are the primary methods of advertising for new clients. Innovation is essential when Volpe Roofing, Inc. is mistakenly left out of the phone book during the printing process. To create interest in Volpe’s services, the company advertises on billboards and Gary creates ideas that Janet develops into unique newspaper ads.
1993
To accommodate growth and assure quality, the company split into roofing and siding divisions to allow each employee to specialize in their field. Volpe Enterprises, Inc. is formed to become the siding division and Volpe Roofing, Inc. continues to be the roofing division. John Bonner is promoted to the position of General Manager of the Volpe organization.
1997
At age 11, David Volpe sketches a design idea that is developed into the company logo. The design is comprised of the company motto, a roofing hammer, a roofing axe, and a fox to symbolize the family’s Italian heritage (Volpe means fox in Italian). Fourteen employees work within the two divisions.
2002
Gary is a radio show guest on WFIL’s “The House Mechanic,” where a radio advertising campaign is launched. The first company website design is produced and introduced online. Windows, doors and small carpentry projects are added to the services the company provides. After a year long search, Gary and Janet purchase a three-acre property in Germantown Pike in Worcester. Oldest son Michael Volpe begins working full-time for the company, after several years of working as a part time employee.
2004
The construction process takes one year for the new 15,000 square foot facility on Germantown Pike to be completed. The new highly visible building includes a warehouse, office space and small showroom. Volpe Enterprises, Inc, is the new brand name to indicate the company now does more than roofing. After working summers as a part-time employee, middle son Stephen Volpe starts full-time in the Spring 2004. The Volpe family initiates their first event on company grounds to raise funds for local charities.
2008
Youngest son David Volpe joins the rest of the Volpe family as a full time employee of the company. Volpe Enterprises, Inc. assembles its first sales team. The first home addition is successfully completed for a client. In a struggling economy, Volpe is able to increase their workforce by 44%. Five cable channels carry the Volpe Enterprises first TV commercial.
2009
Volpe Enterprises Inc. assembled its first sales team to market their services throughout the community. This led to the sale and production of our first addition, foundation to completion. In a struggling economy, Volpe was able to increase their workforce by 45% to service the work sales team generated.
The Volpe’s had also aired their 1st TV commercial on Local Channels to generate new leads for the sales team.
The Volpe’s had also aired their 1st TV commercial on Local Channels to generate new leads for the sales team.
2010
Launched radio campaign with 102.9 MGK.
The Volpe’s celebrated their 40th Anniversary. Less than 4% of American Companies have been in business for this long, making this 40th year milestone quite an achievement. In this Anniversary year, the company made the decision to venture into the Kitchen and Bathroom remodeling business. A master bathroom renovation in Plymouth Meeting was completed in May of 2010.
The Volpe’s celebrated their 40th Anniversary. Less than 4% of American Companies have been in business for this long, making this 40th year milestone quite an achievement. In this Anniversary year, the company made the decision to venture into the Kitchen and Bathroom remodeling business. A master bathroom renovation in Plymouth Meeting was completed in May of 2010.
2011
The Volpe family purchases and renovates a 40,000 square foot building in North Wales. A 6,000 square foot showroom is created to feature hundreds of interior and exterior renovation samples and products. The remaining space is used for warehouses and a rental unit. John Bonner is the Operations Manager and oversees all properties and equipment used by Volpe Enterprises. The company’s first kitchen and bathroom renovations are completed for clients.
2012
Volpe Enterprises was chosen to host the North Penn Chamber of Commerce’s 100th year anniversary celebration in the companies expansive design center. Again utilizing the design center, the company successfully hosted its first Wine and Cheese event.
Volpe Enterprises also became a member of the National Kitchen & Bath Group to continue to expand its expertise in the industry.
Volpe Enterprises also became a member of the National Kitchen & Bath Group to continue to expand its expertise in the industry.
2013
Volpe’s Church Road renovations earn first-place exterior and second-place interior awards from the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) for commercial renovations. The PennSuburban Chamber of Commerce celebrates its 100th anniversary at Volpe Enterprises Design Center, and draws over two hundred people to the building. Additional events are scheduled to introduce the public to the company’s complete line of products and services.
2015
In this monumental year, Michael, Stephen and David were recognized as Vice Presidents
of Volpe Enterprises in their respective departments; Finance, Sales, Production. It also marked the honor of receiving the “Small Business of the Year” award from the Penn
Suburban Chamber of Commerce.
of Volpe Enterprises in their respective departments; Finance, Sales, Production. It also marked the honor of receiving the “Small Business of the Year” award from the Penn
Suburban Chamber of Commerce.
2017
Michael, Stephen and David are recognized as Vice Presidents of Volpe Enterprises, Inc. in their respective departments: Finance, Sales, and Production. The second generation of Volpe brothers now run the day-to-day operation of the company. The PennSuburban Chamber of Commerce honors Volpe Enterprises, Inc. with the “Small Business of the Year” award.
2020
In 2020, David Volpe is named the new president. Michael Volpe maintains his title as Vice President of Finance, and Stephen Volpe receives a new title of Vice President of Business Development. The company expands back into its Germantown Pike location to accommodate a 38% growth in its workforce. Gary Volpe is recognized as the “Pillar of the Community” by the Greater Harleysville and North Penn Senior Services for his exemplary community leadership.
2022
Volpe expands again, this time to the former Colin’s Print building at 52 Lancaster Avenue in Malvern. The location helps serve Main Line customers by being in the same neighborhood. Construction begins on a second showroom, which is completed in 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long have you been in business?
Our family owned and operated company was established in 1970. It has been built on our motto of Quality – Honesty – Integrity.
Where are you located?
We have two showroom locations – 217 Church Road, North Wales, PA 19454, and 52 Lancaster Ave, Malvern PA 19355.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes – We are licensed with both the State (#PA4947) and Townships. We are also fully insured for workman’s compensation, liability, and property damage. Per your request, we will provide a certificate of insurance before the start of your job.
What is your service area?
We primarily service Bucks County, Chester County, and Montgomery County, PA, as well as parts of New Jersey and Delaware. Here are the most frequent areas we service.
Do you offer free estimates?
Volpe Enterprises offers Free Estimates on any of our Exterior Services to homeowners.
Please note: If you are a realtor or looking to purchase a home, we would be able to provide you a quote, however a fee of $225 may apply. Please contact us for more information.
Do you provide the required permits?
Yes – We will acquire all of the necessary permits and also schedule any inspections needed for the job.
Is there an “on the job” supervisor?
Every project has a dedicated Project Manager who is your main point of contact from start to finish. While a Jobsite Foreman handles the day-to-day work on-site, your Project Manager oversees the entire project, coordinates communication, and makes sure everything stays on schedule. They’re not on the jobsite all day, but they stay closely involved to ensure your project runs smoothly.
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Do you do small jobs too?
Yes – We do both small and large jobs whether it would be repair work or remodeling the entire interior and exterior of your home.
Do you use a dumpster?
For certain projects we prefer to use dump trucks instead of dumpsters. Using dump trucks allows us to accommodate certain situations where access or driveways make it difficult to place dumpsters. There are times when we will use a dumpster when the property has the appropriate access. You can discuss what best works for you during the consultation.
What if I want to use a product other than the one recommended?
We will install any products that you would like us to. However, we will recommend using certain products because of their quality and durability. Substandard products are available but could lead to future problems.
Are your employees certified to install your products?
Yes – We do “in house” training demonstrations including weekly safety seminars. Our employees are certified by the manufactures through written tests based on their knowledge of the products.
Do you accept credit cards?
Yes – We accept almost any form of payment.