Washington roofing business which donated 3 life-saving defibrillators wins prestigious national award
“Winning Roofing Business of the Year is something we're incredibly proud of”
A Washington roofing business that has donated three defibrillators and sponsored local sports teams has won a national award for its exceptional customer care and making a positive difference within the communities it serves.
Estates Roofing, which is located at Glover Industrial Estate in Washington, has been named Roofing Business of the Year at the 2026 My Local Awards.
The award, which is voted for by customers, recognises businesses for their exceptional customer care and making a positive difference within the communities they serves.
Managing Director and company founder Dan Sanderson said: “Winning Roofing Business of the Year is something we're incredibly proud of. It's a fantastic recognition of the hard work, professionalism and dedication shown by every member of our team.
“We always aim to deliver the highest standards of workmanship and customer service, while also giving something back to the communities that support us.
“I only set the business up four years ago. It’s nice for our work to be recognised and to receive this ward is truly humbling.”
As the business has grown, Dan has been keen to give something back to the communities in which they work, including donating money to buy three defibrillators.
He said: “At the Red Sky Foundation ball we donated £6,000 to buy three defibrillators, one of which has been fitted at the Northern Playing fields in Washington, one close to an elderly community in Spennymoor, and one which has been fitted to the side of our workshop which is available for the whole community to use.
“Defibrillators can be the difference between life and death. If someone goes into cardiac arrest then every second counts and so it’s vital to have defibrillators available as close as possible.
“The Red Sky Foundation is also a brilliant charity and I wanted to do something to support them.”
Estates Roofing have also invested in sponsoring grass roots sports, including Billingham Rugby Club, the town where Dan is originally from, and one of the players on South Shields Football Club’s women’s team.
Dan added: “The North East is a proud place where people support each other and I feel a sense of social responsibility which has been passed on from my parents and grandparents.
“We'd like to thank all of our customers for placing their trust in Estates Roofing as we certainly couldn't have achieved this award without their continued support."