Company Information

Here's a little background about Commercial Residential Aluminum

The Most Recognized Aluminum Company in Florida

Commercial Residential Aluminum (CRA) has been in business for over 25 years, and was started by Tom Teffenhart, our President and CEO. Specializing in custom swimming pool enclosures and screened lanais, he started out when pool cages were literally being designed with chalk on driveways. Tom drew upon his experience as a mechanical draftsman and created engineering calculations that ensured structural integrity. As a result of his entrepreneurial and innovative reputation, business grew quickly. In 1992 Perry Hickok brought a wealth of management and Aluminum industry expertise to the table when he joined CRA as Tom’s partner. We substantially expanded our product line and are now Florida’s most recognized Aluminum company. We serve both residential and commercial clients and we take our customer relationships seriously. We are always available to help you make the decision that is right for you!

CRA remains innovative and continues to revolutionize the industry. Tom, who holds a special Aluminum Structure license, designed and patented a Channel Lock Self-Mating beam that is revolutionizing the aluminum industry. This beam is only available to our customers. It is stronger and spans a further distance which enables us to produce pool cages less expensively and pass that savings to you, our customer. You receive a superior product at a lower price! In addition, all of our products have either a Florida Builders Approval Certification or a NOA (Miami/Dade) approval to ensure that you are hurricane ready. Commercial Residential Aluminum takes pride in being fully licensed and insured to accommodate all of your needs. We operate throughout the state of Florida, with a concentration in Pasco, Hillsborough, Manatee, Sarasota, Charlotte, Lee, and Collier counties.

Our Mission:

As the most recognized name in aluminum construction, CRA is changing the industry by creating relationships with our customers. We provide our customers with the truth so they can make the right decision about products and services. Our professional team provides consistency, value, technology, and innovation through our patented products.