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 the credential that actually means something.
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?
Electrical work is different. Electricians ARE regulated by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR), and their licenses are publicly verifiable. So if a company also does electrical or solar work, you can look up their electrical contractor license and confirm it's real.
PowerEdge is a licensed Texas electrical contractor — TECL #39773 — and we run our roofing under that same accountable, verifiable company. You can check our license on the TDLR public portal before you ever sign.
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.