Tommy Leigh on Building Trust and Safety: The Gemini Waterproofing & Restoration Story
Tommy Leigh is the owner of Gemini Waterproofing and Restoration in New York City. He started the company in 1989 and has worked on many tall buildings in the city. Tommy and his team fix building facades, replace roofs, and keep buildings safe for everyone.
A long time ago, a brick fell from a building and hurt someone. Because of this, New York made a law that all tall buildings must be checked by engineers every five years. If there is a problem, it must be fixed quickly. Tommy’s company helps fix these problems so buildings stay safe.
“The secret is to care—it’s something anyone can do.” ~Tommy Leigh
Tommy loves New York and feels proud to work on its famous skyline. He says that even when he travels, he always looks forward to coming home to New York. His company works closely with engineers and building owners to make sure repairs are done right and on time.
Gemini Waterproofing has a perfect safety record, even though the work is dangerous and high up. Tommy says this is because he has a great team. His workers are careful, loyal, and always put safety first. They take many safety classes and follow all the rules.
Sometimes, jobs take longer because of paperwork or surprises, like when they found a missing slab over a subway station. Even then, Tommy’s team works fast and gets the job done well. He says his team is like an orchestra, working together to finish projects quickly and safely.
Tommy believes the secret to keeping good workers is simple—he cares about them. He makes sure to greet everyone on the job, not just the supervisors. He knows their names and asks how they are doing. This makes his team feel important and happy to work for him.
He remembers a time when a worker felt left out, and Tommy promised never to make that mistake. He includes everyone and makes sure they feel seen and appreciated. Tommy says that caring for people is the real secret to his success.
Gemini Waterproofing has about 80 workers. Tommy says that paying people well is important, but showing you care matters even more. He wants everyone to feel proud to work for Gemini and to know that their work keeps New York safe and beautiful.
Tommy Leigh, Gemini Waterproofing & Restoration Contact Info:
GeminiWaterproofing.com
(212) 555-1234
Info@GeminiWaterproofing.com
Topics Discussed
Company History:
Tommy shares how Gemini Waterproofing & Restoration started in 1989 and grew in New York City.Building Safety Laws:
He explains why New York requires regular building inspections and how his company helps keep buildings safe.Specialized Services:
Tommy describes the unique work his team does, like facade repairs and roof replacements on tall buildings.Perfect Safety Record:
He talks about the importance of safety and how his team has stayed accident-free for 36 years.Team Building and Retention:
Tommy reveals his simple secret to keeping good workers: caring for them and making them feel valued.Project Challenges:
He shares stories about overcoming delays and surprises on big projects, like working over busy subway stations.Love for New York:
Tommy expresses his deep pride in working on the city’s skyline and his love for New York.
