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About
Keith Barker Roofing is a third generation, family owned roofing contractor based in Austin, Texas, led by Keith Barker. The company states it has more than 40 years of roofing experience and has been a BBB Accredited Business since November 2012 with an A+ BBB rating.
The company offers residential and commercial roofing, including roof repair, re-roofing, roof replacement, hail damage inspection and repair, roof ventilation, and gutter installation, repair, and cleaning. It works with asphalt shingle, metal, tile, and slate roofing systems and is a GAF Master Elite certified contractor.
Keith Barker Roofing serves Austin and a wide area of Central Texas, listing service areas from Round Rock, Cedar Park, and Pflugerville to Georgetown, San Marcos, and Temple.
Serving Austin, Travis County, Texas and 18 more areas shown on the map. View on Google Maps ›
Insurance & credential verification
Texas does not issue a state roofing license, so we verify companies the way homeowners actually can: confirming insurance coverage, checking RCAT (Roofing Contractors Association of Texas) status, and checking city or county registration where the local jurisdiction requires one. Every credential below links to the actual issuing organization's own public lookup — don't just take our checkmark for it. Always ask for a current certificate of insurance before signing any contract.
CompanyKeith Barker Roofing
InsuranceNot verified by us (we hold no certificate for this company — ask them for a current COI before signing)
RCAT statusNot listed
City/county registration
Required in Austin Permit office ↗Contractor Registration via Austin Build + Connect (AB+C) - Building and Trade Contractor Services. Registration is required here to pull a roofing permit; we have not confirmed this company's own status, so check it before you sign.
Confirm this yourself: ask the company for their certificate of insurance (COI). Note that RCAT's Licensed Roofing Contractor credential (CRRL, RRL or CRL) is earned and held by a named individual at a company, not by the business itself, which is why we name that person above where we know it; Texas issues no company roofing license at all. RCAT and NTRCA status can be checked in their own public directories (RCAT, NTRCA) — use the "Licensed"/"Accredited" filter to see more than plain membership. GAF's contractor verification tool and Owens Corning's Texas locator confirm those tiers directly; CertainTeed doesn't offer a comparable self-serve lookup, so ask to see that certificate in person. BBB accreditation and rating are on bbb.org. Houston's own published registered-roofer list is years out of date, so it isn't cited here at all — confirm registration by contacting the city directly. Corpus Christi's STAR program has its own online contractor registry — for any other city or county registration claim, confirm directly with that jurisdiction's permit office.
Certifications
GAF Master EliteCompany-reported — ask to see the certificate
Earned from Keith Barker Roofing's insurance verification, live Google rating, and standing in Austin. Every badge links back to this profile so anyone can confirm it, and it updates automatically if the underlying status changes.
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Frequently asked
Does Texas require a state roofing license?
No. Texas has no state roofing license. Contractors are evaluated on insurance coverage, business registration, and voluntary trade credentials such as RCAT membership rather than a state license.
What is RCAT and how does membership differ from being a Licensed Roofing Contractor?
The Roofing Contractors Association of Texas (RCAT) offers a plain dues paying membership as well as a separately earned Licensed Roofing Contractor credential (CRRL/RRL/CRL). The two are not the same, so it is worth asking a contractor which one it actually holds.
Should I confirm a roofer's insurance before signing a contract?
Yes. Ask for a current certificate of general liability and workers compensation insurance directly from the contractor or its insurance agent, and confirm it is still active before work begins.
Why do Central Texas homeowners often choose Class 4 impact resistant shingles?
Central Texas sits in what is often called Hail Alley, where large hail is common. Class 4 impact resistant shingles are built to better withstand hail impact and can sometimes qualify homeowners for an insurance premium discount.
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in the Austin area?
Texas has no statewide building code, so permitting rules are set city by city and county by county. Homeowners should confirm permit requirements with their local building department before work begins.
What should I ask a roofing contractor before signing a contract?
Ask for proof of insurance, a written scope of work, the manufacturer certifications the crew holds, the expected project timeline, and a clear payment schedule tied to completed work.
How do I file a hail damage claim on my roof?
Document the damage with photos, get a written roof inspection from a contractor, and contact your homeowners insurance company to schedule an adjuster visit before any repair work begins.
What is the difference between a roof repair and a re-roof?
A repair addresses a specific damaged area, while a re-roof, or roof replacement, removes and replaces the full roofing system, typically because of age, storm damage, or widespread wear.
Are manufacturer certifications like GAF Master Elite meaningful?
Yes. Manufacturer programs such as GAF Master Elite are awarded to a small percentage of contractors who meet training, licensing, and warranty service requirements, and can qualify homeowners for enhanced manufacturer warranties.
Does the Texas coastal windstorm program (WPI-8/TWIA) apply to Central Texas homes?
No. Coastal windstorm rules (WPI-8/TWIA) apply only in the 14 first tier Gulf Coast counties. Homes outside that zone, including most of Central Texas, are not subject to WPI-8 requirements.
