Detroit Steeplejack: Preserving History High Above Detroit, MI

For over three decades, Detroit Steeplejack has been the trusted name for maintaining the historic steeples, towers, and domes that shape the skyline of Detroit, MI, and beyond. We provide specialized repair and restoration services for significant structures, focusing on safety, preservation, and craftsmanship.

Business Overview

Detroit Steeplejack is a licensed steeplejack service specializing in the repair of historical church steeples, towers, and domes. The team brings over 30 years of experience to every project. While most work is scheduled, we understand the urgency of protecting a historic asset from water damage and offer prompt consultations for emergency structural concerns. Our work is primarily focused on commercial and institutional buildings, such as churches, municipal buildings, and museums, though we occasionally assist with historical residential roofing like slate or copper.

Key Services

Our services are designed to protect and restore the integrity of your historic structure.

• Structural Repairs & Wood Restoration: We fix damaged frames and beams, using bonding fillers and proven techniques to restore wood to its original strength and appearance.
• Steeple & Dome Maintenance: Regular maintenance prevents small issues from becoming major, costly problems, especially with Michigan's freeze-thaw cycles.
• Specialized Access Solutions: We safely reach challenging heights using certified rope access techniques or our unique, nimble lift that can navigate narrow church corridors to reach steeples seven stories high.
• Roof Cleaning: Part of our maintenance services includes careful cleaning to preserve materials and appearance.

Areas Served

Detroit Steeplejack proudly serves a wide area across Southeast Michigan. Our detailed knowledge of local architecture helps us work effectively on historic buildings from Detroit to Flint, Port Huron, Lapeer, Davison, Romeo, Lake Orion, Chelsea, and dozens of communities in between. We understand the specific styles and construction methods found in Michigan's older churches and buildings.

Company History

The story began 30 years ago when owner Bryan Dulsky started in roofing to work his way through an engineering program at Detroit's own Wayne State University. After graduating, he founded his first company, Rhinoceros Roofing. Over the years, Bryan honed his skills in roofing, construction, and complex at-height projects. This evolution led to the formation of Detroit Steeplejack, a company dedicated solely to the repair and preservation of the region's most iconic high-point structures.

Leadership

Founder Bryan Dulsky combines a lifelong passion for heights with deep construction expertise. An avid climber in his youth, he now applies that comfort aloft to practical, skilled repair work. His three decades of experience include projects on many of Detroit's most well-known historical churches and buildings. Bryan's local roots and hands-on approach mean he brings a personal commitment to every job in Detroit, MI, and the surrounding communities.

Specialties & Highlights

• Historical Expertise: We focus on steeples, towers, and domes, understanding their unique architectural and structural needs.
• Certified Rope Access: Our team is trained in industrial rope access for safe, efficient work at great heights.
• Specialized Equipment: Our custom lift provides unparalleled access in tight spaces where traditional equipment can't go.
• Material Knowledge: We are skilled in working with historical roofing materials like slate, tile, and copper.
• Local Landmark Experience: We have worked on numerous defining structures throughout the Detroit area.

Why Locals Choose Detroit Steeplejack

Homeowners, church councils, and historical societies choose Detroit Steeplejack for a simple reason: we are the local experts for a very specialized need. Our long-standing presence in Detroit, MI, means we have seen how the local climate affects these structures. We offer a rare combination of engineering knowledge, construction skill, and safe high-access techniques. When you need to preserve a piece of history high above the ground, you need a team with proven experience and a deep respect for the craft. That's what you get with Detroit Steeplejack.