Pressure Point Roofing, a roofing contractor serving Southern Oregon, Southern Washington, and Northern California, has partnered with Tiki Island Wear to introduce custom straw hats for its roofing teams. The collaboration, which originated from a chance encounter at a golf tournament, aims to provide durable, weather-resistant headwear that meets the demands of roofing work while projecting a professional brand image.
Founded in 1989, Pressure Point Roofing has grown from a shake-roof restoration business into a comprehensive company known for its integrity and use of performance-tested materials. The company's mission is to provide "peace of mind from the top down." This commitment to quality aligned with Tiki Island Wear's focus on craftsmanship and durability in custom straw hats, making the partnership a natural fit.
The idea for the custom hats emerged when Larry Sykes, Sales and Marketing Director at Pressure Point Roofing, received a Tiki Island Wear straw hat as a giveaway at a roofing-industry golf event. After testing the hat's durability during outdoor activities, including a rafting trip on Oregon's Rogue River, Sykes was impressed by its performance in water, sunlight, and varied conditions. This experience led Pressure Point Roofing to contact Tiki Island Wear to develop a hat specifically for roofing crews.
Roofers in the Pacific Northwest face unpredictable weather, from intense sun to sudden rain. The custom hats were designed to address these challenges, offering sun protection with wide brims, rain defense to repel light precipitation, and durability to withstand heat, sweat, and moisture without warping. The hats also feature the Pressure Point Roofing logo, providing crews with a cohesive professional identity on job sites. More information about Pressure Point Roofing is available at https://pressurepointroofing.com/.
"As a roofing company, we hold our materials—and our workmanship—to high standards. We expected nothing less from our gear," stated Sykes. "Tiki Island Wear exceeded our expectations." The hats have become an essential part of the team's uniform, used in conditions ranging from summer sun in Medford to drizzle in Weed, California. The collaboration highlights how functional workwear can enhance safety, comfort, and brand presence in the construction industry, where equipment durability directly impacts worker efficiency and client perception.
