Roofing, waterproofing, cladding
Hugues Mener Manager, Local Works activities
Expertise in energy performance and building sustainability.
In Western France, the Axima Enveloppe du Bâtimentbranch stands out for its expertise in local work. Thanks to an experienced, multi-skilled team, it is able to take on roofing, waterproofing and cladding projects, for both new-build and renovation projects, with a strong capacity to adapt to local needs.
Is local work a matter of course?
Hugues Menerhas been in charge of local works activities for the past seven years, and embodies the agency's move towards a more agile and territorial approach. A former roofer specializing in historic monuments, he worked on sites in Brittany and then in site supervision in the Paris region before joining Axima Enveloppe du Bâtiment.
Today, local work accounts for more than half of the agency's business, with some fifty employees divided between maintenance and construction.
"When I arrived, the branch was focused on new waterproofing work. We have gradually transformed our model to meet local maintenance and renovation needs, in our three core businesses: roofing, waterproofing and cladding."
Dense, responsive geographic coverage
Located near Nantes, the agency operates within a two-hour radius, covering the départements of 44, 49, 56, 35, 72 and 85. This territorial coverage enables us to be highly responsive, particularly on public purchase order contracts, with over 2,500 interventions per year.
Our technicians are renowned for their expertise in traditional roofing, with a real ability to respond to emergencies, while ensuring rigorous technical follow-up.
What building envelope expertise is available for local work?
Axima Enveloppe du Bâtiment works on projects of all sizes, both new and renovation:
- Traditional roofing: zinc, slate, tile, mainly on public contracts.
- Waterproofing: bitumen or PVC roofs, with vegetal or photovoltaic finishes.
- Cladding: all types of materials (composite, wood, aluminum), for new-build or renovation projects.
Customers include local authorities, industrial firms and social landlords.
Thanks to its own workforce and specialized partners (carpentry, etc.), the agency is able to respond to all types of project.
What local technical constraints need to be taken into account?
Thanks to its in-house design office, the agency designs tailor-made solutions, adapted to the region's specific architectural typologies and climatic conditions: salt spray, constant humidity, UV rays, violent winds..
"We offer enhanced solutions in thermal insulation and durability, with low-conductivity materials and moisture-resistant joints."
How did you build trust with your customers over time?
Customer loyalty is based on the quality and stability of our services:
- In-house know-how and technical expertise
- Stability of our teams, without recourse to subcontracting
- Sales agility and ability to propose technical alternatives
- Versatility in all three trades: roofing, waterproofing and cladding
How does your agency contribute to the energy transition?
The building envelope is a strategic lever for reducing heat loss, which can account for up to 30% of a poorly insulated building's losses. The agency plays an active role in the energy renovation of public and private buildings, with high-performance insulation, green or solarized solutions.
"We work in synergy with the other Equans group agencies to offer comprehensive solutions, including BMS and photovoltaics, to meet the challenges of the BACS and Tertiary decrees
How will the business evolve in the years ahead?
The next few years will see an upsurge in energy-efficient renovation of homes and public buildings, particularly in the education and housing sectors. The solarization of roofs, supported by the Group's expert agencies, is also a major trend.
"the agency's DNA? Recognized expertise, the ability to adapt to all types of projects, and a willingness to innovate."
