Hiring guide · 4 min read
Is my roofer licensed in Texas?
Short version: in Texas, the bar to call yourself a roofer is owning a ladder. Here's how to protect yourself — and what to actually check before you sign.
Does Texas license roofers?
No. Texas does not license or register roofers at the state level. There is no state roofing license to look up, and anyone can legally call themselves a roofer — no exam, no insurance requirement, nothing. That's exactly why storm-chasers flood the state after every hailstorm.
So how do I actually vet a roofer?
Since the state won't vet them for you, do it yourself:
- Voluntary certification — look for RCAT (Roofing Contractors Association of Texas) certification, which requires passing exams.
- Local registration — some cities require roofers to register; ask.
- Insurance — confirm general liability and workers' comp, and get the certificate.
- A real local address and history — not just a magnet sign and an out-of-state phone number.
- Reviews and references — recent, specific, local reviews you can read.
What CAN you actually verify in Texas?
Since there's no state roofer license to check, verify what you actually can: liability insurance (ask for the certificate directly, not just a claim), a real local address and business history, and recent, specific reviews you can read yourself — not a stranger's word on your doorstep.
PowerEdge is an insured, accountable company backed by $2,000,000 in liability coverage, a 1-year workmanship guarantee, and a 4.7★ rating across 48 Google reviews, with a real local team behind every job — not a magnet sign on a truck.
Red flags to walk away from
A few signs you're dealing with a storm-chaser, not a contractor:
- They offer to waive or "eat" your insurance deductible (that's illegal in Texas).
- High-pressure, sign-today tactics right on your doorstep.
- No verifiable local address, license, or insurance.
- They want you to sign over your insurance claim.