Durability and Function
Constructions Collaborative Inc.’s (CCI’s) function is to prevent water and moisture entry into structures. CCI’s cross trained staff works seamlessly within several trade scopes (primarily roofing and architectural sheet metal, with sloped glazing, masonry remediation, carpentry, caulking and waterproofing as frequent collateral or stand alone tasks) to create, restore and maintain the integrity of building envelopes. CCI’s understanding of building dynamics and inherent team approach is a tremendous asset on multi-employer sites and as stand alone contractors.

The company’s involvement in both steep slope (residential and institutional) and low slope (commercial/industrial) markets allows a responsible and responsive single source, complete packaging of skills with very relevant synergies. In fact, involvement in low slope commercial roofing and waterproofing with its attendant and ongoing major manufacturers' certified installer training requirements is a dynamic influence in a constantly upgrading and consolidating marketplace.

Aesthetics and Form
The handmaiden of function is form. Although there is appeal in a carefully strategized, symmetrical low slope roof the beholders are few. Steep slope roofing is a pallet apparent to all. In addition to being durable and well crafted, the choice of roofing and flashing materials should complement and complete the building façade. The interplay of colors and shapes and textures should enhance and balance the lower elevations detailing and design. Slate and copper afford great durability and a depth and play of colors, shades and tones. However, slate is not always the desired design choice, as illustrated in these photos of this seaside pool house which is part of a compound with red cedar shingle sidewalls and a richly colored and textured red cedar shake roof with copper flashing elements.

About Constructions Collaborative Inc.
Constructions Collaborative Inc. was founded by Clark Chase in 1968 as a summer and part-time entity to defray Chase’s college expenses: BA, Boston University, 1970. Chase began his construction career in 1965 as a summer employee of the company his father managed. CCI continues to maintain roofs and relationships with some of Chase’s father’s clients of the 50’s and 60’s.

CCI strives to maintain a perceptive, safe and stable workforce. The companies four project manager’s average 16.75 years with the company and three of the four have college degrees. There are continuing education programs both in and out of house and a company wide substance abuse program instituted in 1995 involving random testing of all employees. The company’s written safety policies work closely with its insurers to maintain safe, efficient workplaces. CCI has had only one lost time accident (a broken arm) in the last 11.5 years (nearly 500,000 employee hours).