Before dialing a roofing companies in Texas, homeowners often have concerns, doubts, and key decision points. Below are the most common questions — with expert answers — you should ask before hiring.

1. “How long have you served this area?”

Experience in your specific region speaks volumes. Roofers familiar with local climate challenges — heat, hail, wind — know which materials and techniques perform best.

2. “What roofing materials do you use and why?”

Don’t settle for generic answers. Ask about shingle brands, metal systems, underlayments, ventilation, and whether they meet or exceed local wind and fire ratings.

3. “What’s your timeline, and how long will the job take?”

Delays cost money. Reputable firms give clear start and end dates and a daily work schedule, including how they plan to manage weather interruptions.

4. “How will you protect my property and site cleanup?”

Roofing is messy. Good contractors use tarps, debris netting, and take daily cleanup seriously. Ask whether they use magnetic tool sweepers and dumpster removal.

5. “Do you handle permits, inspections, and code compliance?”

Make sure the contractor includes permitting and inspection as part of the scope. You shouldn’t have to chase down approvals or face fines later.

6. “Can you provide references and photos of past work?”

Request client contact numbers and project photos (before/after). A trustworthy roofer will be proud to show completed jobs in your area.

7. “What warranties do I get?”

Ask both for material (manufacturer) warranties and workmanship warranties from the contractor. Also, find out how claims are handled.

8. “What payment schedule do you require?”

Legitimate roofers typically ask for incremental payments — deposit, mid-progress, final — not full advance payment. Avoid large upfront payments unless backed by escrow or lien protections.

9. “How will you deal with unexpected issues?”

Unseen damage might appear once the roof is opened. Ask how change orders will be handled, communicated, and approved in w