Commercial Building Materials for Building Managers
At Walco, we know real problems need lasting solutions. We address your building’s problem with attention to changing codes and long-term viability so you won’t need to fix it more than once.
Why Walco
Even the most solidly built buildings need maintenance and occasional repair to keep them standing soundly long past the construction phase.
Whether you need to resolve a leaking roof system, update an exterior, or tackle any other architectural project, we’re here to help. We draw on solid relationships and decades of experience as providers of building materials.
We have a deep familiarity with the ins and outs of changing building codes, working to create strictly compliant solutions that don’t drive cost overruns.
Because of this, we’re able to find the right product for your needs and get it at a price that works with your budget.
Services We Provide
We provide architectural elements for your commercial building. Our product line includes a wide selection of exterior elements at unbeatable prices.
Roofing Systems
Our partners include nationally-recognized manufacturers and local installation specialists who help us deliver effective, compliant roofing systems in Arkansas and Oklahoma.
Roof Recovering
Roof recovering is a faster and more cost-effective option for updating existing roofing systems. We offer liquid applied roofing and other solutions by the square foot.
Skylights
We ship architectural and structural skylights nationwide. We also work with local contractors to arrange for installation.
Wall Systems
We work with a variety of vendors to offer a wide range of architectural cladding and exterior panel options in Oklahoma and Arkansas.
The Walco Advantage
At Walco, we deliver commercial construction solutions that don’t break building codes and won’t break your budget ceiling. Even better, we do it without delivering a drab-looking finished building project.
See why building managers across the region choose Walco.
There’s no limit to what we could build if money were no object, but as we know, price is something we all must work around. It’s a good thing then that we’re experienced in finding ways to consistently offer the best prices on industrial construction and materials procurement.
One reason we’re able to do this is that we foster fantastic relationships with manufacturers, project managers, and general contractors. We’re able to negotiate good prices for our clients thanks to our industry connections and solid reputation. Additionally, our decades of experience with the building materials market has given us the knowledge to make prudent substitutions in the design phase, further lowering costs.
Affordability is a primary concern for many of our clients working in the public sector. We are thoroughly familiar with the public bidding process and know how to work with you, your organization, and our partners to meet your needs despite any obstacles you face.
At Walco, we’re code compliance experts. We know building codes are complex, and we also know that lax construction processes can deliver subpar and dangerous results. Codes exist for several reasons, but the main reason is to prevent deadly and destructive fires. With such an important role to play, building code compliance deserves a level of respect it sadly doesn’t always receive.
Building codes aren’t just complex, they’re also constantly changing. The International Building Code is updated every three years. It can take an immense amount of time and effort to understand the current IBC, only to have to learn it again soon after. It’s best to have a guide, and that’s where we come in.
We take an active stance on keeping up with building codes by attending relevant meetings at the legislature, doing our best to know what changes are on the horizon, and never compromising on compliance in our work. From office buildings to hospitals, let us help you build it to code.
We can work with you to ensure that your construction plans reach the highest standards of compliance possible without bloating the costs of construction.
Building codes and budgets may seem prohibitive when it comes to making a beautiful finished product, but this doesn’t have to be the case. The same industry relationships and construction experience that help us get low prices and compliant solutions also let us offer a wide range of products that can be used to build a structure that’s as beautiful as it is safe and affordable.
Many of the products we offer combine functionality with aesthetic appeal. Structural skylights make a building more energy efficient and improve the comfort of the interior, while architectural cladding offers several important protection features and gives a building much of its character. In commercial construction, it’s best not to see beauty and function as separate things.
In fact, reaching high standards in both of these areas is best done by sourcing materials that deliver on both accounts and creating designs that implement them effectively. Even with minimal cash flow, it’s never out of the question to build a visually appealing building.
Your Building Manager Questions, Answered
Whether you have immediate maintenance needs or are preparing for a complex building project, we have answers for what you need to know.
Your Building Manager Questions, Answered
The commercial construction solutions we deliver at Walco don't violate building codes or break your budget. Our work is done at an affordable price without delivering a drab-looking finished product.
Explore our frequently asked questions.
Difference between low slope and no slope roofing?
Low slope roofing refers to roofing systems that rise 3 inches or less for every 12 inches they extend horizontally. No slope roofing, while not truly flat, is low slope roofing that is low enough to appear flat to the eye.
Are you well versed in Oklahoma’s Building code?
We take an active stance to understand and comply with the International Building Code in Oklahoma. The state currently uses IBC 2015 but is expected to adopt IBC 2018 in the near future.
We have attended multiple legislative meetings ahead of this change and are well-prepared to act as a guide to these changes on behalf of our clients. From oversight of construction activity to structural requirements to materials, we can walk you through the current IBC requirements for any project.
How are you able to get competitive prices against other suppliers?
We foster deep-rooted, mutually beneficial relationships with our vendors and installers. This allows us to negotiate outstanding prices on products and services and to extend this to our customers. We’re able to anticipate price increases and engineer the value of your project by making prudent substitutions for immediate and long-term cost reductions.
Do you offer any free consultations?
Yes! We are proud to offer True Roof Rater for private and public buildings. This free roof audit solution is the best way to assess a roofing system and develop a maintenance or repair plan for your building.
Led by the roof experts at Walco, your roof will be assessed for longevity and durability. You will receive a report after our in-person assessment with expert recommendations on maintaining or replacing your current roofing system.
"I have known about Walco and they have worked with me for over 30 years. I have always considered them the go-to company when I needed information or help with any of their products. I’ve received same or next day in person delivery of product data, samples, technical information and if that was not available, advice on other or similar products that might solve my problem, not to mention contact data for manufacturer’s reps. It’s always where I start."
Dwight Rosenbaum
FSB
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True Roof Rater
We are pleased to offer True Roof Rater for both private and public building managers. Our free roofing assessment is the best way to evaluate your roof and develop a plan for maintaining or repairing it.