About Us
Our Story
Coburn Roof Company was established in 1914 to the first original founder, John Coburn. In 1941, E. W. Burt was hired as a salesman for Coburn Roof. In 1942, John retired and sold the business to E.W. Burt. Ed’s son, Edwin E. Burt worked for his father part time while in school. After Serving in the Navy, he came on full time, learning the trade and becoming a partner in the business in 1948. In 1968, Edwin’s son Patrick Burt came to work for him, starting from the ground up like his father did and learning the trade. In 1974 the business was incorporated to Burt Inc. d.b.a. Coburn Roof Company, Pats two daughters, Ashley and Kaley followed in the tradition since they were little. Ashley joined the business in 1997 and after 20 years, decided to move to San Diego in 2017. Kaley started in 2002, the same year grandfather retired and now celebrates 20 years. Now in their 4th generation running, this year marks 110-Years of Continued Dependable Roofing Service.
City of Inglewood Chamber of Commerce
Coburn Roof Company was recognized with the Centennial Award and a special commendation award for our 100 years of service to the city in 2014 by the Mayor of Inglewood.
Certification
Coburn Roof Company is self certified through the City of Los Angeles to inspect our own jobs. This helps with the overall time and cost of the permit process.
Safety is # 1
Coburn Roof Company hold safety meetings once a month for all employees to ensure everyone is up to date with all information and techniques.