Roofing’s Next Generation: Atlas Roofing Spotlights RJ McGimsey 

RJ McGimsey Climbs Roofs To Work Smarter, Harder

By Amy Connolly, Atlas Asphalt Life Writer. 

Even after nearly a decade in the roofing business, RJ McGimsey is still learning new things about the industry. Every morning, McGimsey, owner of Premier South Roofing & Sheet Metal in Baton Rouge, LA, tears off roofs with his crews to get a better understanding of what they face and how to work smarter.

“I do it partly for motivation for the group and exercise but also to learn the failures of the installation before and why that system and manufacturer had not lived the expectant life,” the 29-year-old said.

McGimsey started his business in 2008 but had been working in the roofing industry long before, traveling around the United States as an adjuster. As a result, he has committed himself to quality work.

“When I started Premier South, I set a goal to complete every roof to the best of my ability – from the first consult to final payment. I think that is what has helped me build Premier South to what it is now. With quality work and positive customer experience, one customer talks to another and business is able to grow,” he said.

One thing that has made his job easier is the new Atlas HP42” shingle format. The bigger shingles mean fewer nails and shingles to install.

“Our roofers love it, and we will continue to put it on every roof possible, as it is still the best in the market but now easier and [takes] less labor to install,” he said.

Premiere South is currently expanding into Lafayette, LA, and other areas west of Baton Rouge. In the coming years, McGimsey is also considering a move into the Covington and Mandeville areas east of Baton Rouge. He has achieved the platinum Atlas Pro™ Plus level.

Editor’s note: This profile first appeared on the Atlas Roofing Asphalt Life blog and more profiles can be viewed here.