Wilson Roofing

Ask for proof of current commercial general liability insurance and workers’ compensation (or confirmation about subcontractor coverage), written estimates, and at least three recent local references. Texas does not have a single statewide roofing license, so also check for any required City of Austin registrations or local permits. Verify a local business address, review online ratings and complaints (BBB, Google), get a written contract that includes scope, timeline, payment schedule, cleanup, and lien waiver language, and confirm who will pull permits and handle inspections.

Permits are commonly required for reroofs and many roof repairs in Austin; requirements depend on the scope of work. Typically the roofing contractor will pull the permit and schedule inspections, but you should confirm this in writing before work begins. Not obtaining required permits can lead to fines, failed inspections, or problems when selling your home — and it can affect insurance claim processing, so always verify permit responsibility up front.

Central Texas has hot summers, strong sun, and periodic hail and wind storms, so choose materials with appropriate heat-reflective and impact/wind ratings. Architectural asphalt shingles with high wind ratings are common and cost-effective; impact- or Class 4-rated products provide better hail resistance. Metal roofing resists heat and can be more durable against wind and hail when properly installed. Proper attic ventilation, underlayment, and flashing are critical to performance in Texas heat and storms. Ask for product wind and impact ratings, manufacturer and workmanship warranties in writing, and a maintenance plan for storm inspections.