A family trade takes root in Connecticut.

My grandmother had 17 children, and my dad was the youngest. They were an old farming family in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. The family joke was that whenever my grandparents needed more help on the farm, they simply had another baby.

My Uncle Earl was the oldest. He moved to Connecticut and founded Welch Roofing in 1948. As his brothers and sisters grew older, they came down during the summers and learned the trade.

A different path—and a standard that never left.

I joined the United States Army and spent four years learning discipline, accountability, and what it means to do a job right the first time.

During my service, I earned multiple recognitions, including the Army Commendation Medal with 2nd Oak Leaf Cluster, the Army Achievement Medal, and the Good Conduct Medal.

The awards mattered—but what stayed with me was the standard.

Welch Roofing became mine—lock, stock, and barrel.

In 2006, I purchased Welch Roofing and went from working with a team to being a one-man band. I handled sales, production, estimating, and ownership—every part of the job.

I have always believed a contractor should understand more than how to install a roof. The work must follow manufacturer specifications, building codes, and proven best practices.