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Layne Tech Roofing

Abilene
Residential roof replacementCommercial roofingRoof repairHail and storm damage roofing+4 more
4.533 Google reviews
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About

Layne Tech Roofing is the Abilene headquarters of a family run West Texas roofing company. The BBB profile for Layne Tech Roofing, LLC lists the business as starting on April 1, 2005 at 2601 S Danville Dr in Abilene, with J'Layne Partin as owner and James Partin and Lauren Dunlap as managers. The company describes itself as veteran owned and family run, serving all of West Texas, and its own marketing references a family construction lineage going back to 1946. That 1946 date is stated by the company and is not the same as the 2005 business start date BBB records. The Abilene office handles both residential and commercial work. Page titles across the company site cover roof replacement and hail damage, asphalt and composition shingles, tar and gravel, rolled roofing, flat and steep slope roofs, and TPO and modified bitumen commercial systems. The company markets its sales consultants as insurance claim specialists, which matters in a market where most roof replacements in Taylor County start with a hail claim rather than simple wear. On credentials, CertainTeed's own contractor directory lists Layne Tech Roofing LLC at the Abilene address as a ShingleMaster PRO since 2009 and a Low-Slope Roofing Master since 2016, so those two are verified at the manufacturer. The company is BBB Accredited with an A+ rating and has been accredited since February 18, 2008. No GAF or Owens Corning credential appeared for this company in either manufacturer's own contractor directory. This Abilene record (RCAT 644) and the Lubbock record (RCAT 645) are the same LLC operating two offices, not one office listed twice. See notes.

Highlights

CertainTeed credentials confirmed on CertainTeed's own contractor directory, not just claimed on the company site
BBB Accredited with an A+ rating since 2008, one of the longer accreditation records among Abilene roofers
Handles both steep slope residential work and commercial low slope systems including TPO and modified bitumen
Headquarters office for a two office West Texas operation, with a second staffed location in Lubbock
Markets hail claim handling as a core service, which is the dominant roofing driver in the Abilene area

Services

Residential roof replacement
Commercial roofing
Roof repair
Hail and storm damage roofing
Insurance claim assistance
Flat and low slope roofing
Steep slope roofing
Roof inspections

Location & service area

Serving Abilene, Taylor County, Texas and 1 more area 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.

CompanyLayne Tech Roofing
InsuranceNot verified by us (we hold no certificate for this company — ask them for a current COI before signing)
RCAT statusMember Verify ↗
City/county registration Not checked for AbileneTexas has no state roofing licence, and city rules differ: some require contractor registration, some run a voluntary registry, some neither. Ask this company and your local permit office.
Status Current in the RCAT directory (no published licence number for this record)
RCAT member ID644 (member since 2016)
Licence boardRCAT, Roofing Contractors Association of Texas (Texas issues no state roofing licence; RCAT runs the licensing programme)
BBB accreditation Accredited — A+ rating Verify on BBB ↗
RegionAbilene

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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

CertainTeed ShingleMaster PRO (listed on CertainTeed's own contractor directory, since 2009)Company-reported — ask to see the certificate
CertainTeed Low-Slope Roofing Master (listed on CertainTeed's own contractor directory, since 2016)Company-reported — ask to see the certificate
BBB Accredited Business, A+ rating (accredited February 18, 2008)Verify on BBB ↗

Google reviews

4.5
Rated by 33 verified Google reviewers Verified by Google
David Morrison· 9 months ago

Did a great job replacing our roof after hail damage. We had already moved out and rented the house, and they came in and replaced the roof within two days. Great work, use these guys for sure.

Jessica Rister· 2 years ago

Layne Tech Roofing is an all around great company. Their workmanship and the quality of their roofs is second to none. Our two year old roof was damaged in the hail storms this year and after they were finished replacing it, it looked better than it did before the storm! Not only do they do phenomenal work, paying extra close attention to all areas of a roof that could cause issues down the road but, they are super efficient. The crew was done in a day and a half, from unloading materials to cleaning up and driving away. I have never had a job site left so clean. The crew protected my lawn ( which a was a huge plus for me) and continuously cleaned up their mess. The secretary was also EXTREAMLY helpful during the entire insurance process, I knew I was in good hands with them. Thank you Layne Tech, all of you, The Risters appreciate you and the amazing job you did. If you need a rood repaired I HIGHLY recommend giving Layne Tech a call, you will not be disappointed.

Barbara Lohmann· 9 months ago

Layne Tech Roofing did a great job of roof replacement, new skylights, fascia replacement and assisting with navigation of the insurance claim process! Their crew is skilled and very professional! A couple of days ago I called about a small piece of fascia that had blown loose! They sent someone out to help repair this immediately! You will always get five plus star service every time!

Cheyenne Carlson· a year ago

Layne Tech roofing has been phenomenal to work with! Everyone I have talked to has been extremely professional and kind. I have a weird schedule with being a nightshift worker, and they have taken that into account and worked with me. I called Monday, and by Tuesday they were out to look at our roof and give me an estimate, as well as take into account the upcoming weather and are planning on getting us taken care of before the rain this week! Update to add-not only were they extremely quick to come out and get repairs done on our roof prior to the forecasted rain/storms (within the week of me first calling), but they were affordable and did a phenomenal job!!

blake bolton· 3 months ago

Top notch! Did a great job and came in under budget. Highly recommend! Blake Big Country Foundation Repair

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Frequently asked

Is Layne Tech Roofing licensed by the State of Texas?
No, and neither is any other roofer. Texas does not issue a state roofing licence. What you can check instead is insurance, RCAT status, manufacturer credentials, and any City of Abilene registration or permit requirement for the specific job.
What does RCAT Member mean for this company?
RCAT is the Roofing Contractors Association of Texas. Layne Tech Roofing is listed as a Member, which means the company pays dues and belongs to the association. That is not the same as RCAT's separately earned Licensed Roofing Contractor credential (CRRL, RRL or CRL). Member is the status shown here.
Which manufacturer certifications are actually verified?
CertainTeed's own contractor directory lists Layne Tech Roofing LLC at the Abilene address as a ShingleMaster PRO since 2009 and a Low-Slope Roofing Master since 2016. Those are confirmed at the manufacturer. No GAF or Owens Corning credential was found for this company in either of those manufacturers' own directories.
How old is the company really?
BBB records the business as starting April 1, 2005, with the LLC incorporated March 19, 2017. The company's own marketing references being in construction since 1946, which is a family history claim stated by the company rather than a verified business start date. Ask them directly how the 1946 lineage connects to the current entity.
Why does hail matter so much for an Abilene roof?
West Texas sits in a heavy hail corridor and most Abilene roof replacements begin as a hail claim, not as end of life wear. Hail bruises the asphalt mat and knocks off protective granules, which shortens shingle life long before the roof visibly leaks. That is why a post storm inspection is worth doing even when the ceiling is dry.
Are impact resistant Class 4 shingles worth it in Abilene?
Often yes. Class 4 impact rated shingles are tested to resist steel ball impact and hold up better to hail than standard three tab or architectural shingles. Many Texas insurers offer a premium discount for a Class 4 roof. Ask your carrier what discount applies before you choose the shingle, because the discount can change the maths.
Do I need a permit to replace a roof in Abilene?
Texas has no statewide building code for this, so permitting and inspection rules are set city by city and county by county. Confirm with the City of Abilene building department what permit and inspection your reroof needs, and confirm in writing which party is pulling it.
What should I ask before signing a roofing contract?
Ask for a current certificate of general liability and workers compensation insurance sent directly from the insurer or agent, not a photocopy. Ask who pulls the permit, whether the crew is in house or subcontracted, what the workmanship warranty covers and for how long, and get the full scope in writing including underlayment, flashing, ventilation and decking replacement pricing.
How does the insurance claim process usually work here?
You file with your carrier, an adjuster inspects and writes a scope, and the carrier pays actual cash value first with the recoverable depreciation released after the work is completed and invoiced. A contractor can meet the adjuster and point out damage, but the contractor cannot negotiate the claim on your behalf as a public adjuster unless separately licensed to do so in Texas.
Should I be wary of storm chasers after an Abilene hail event?
Yes. Out of town crews appear fast after a big hail event and are gone before a warranty is ever called in. Prefer a contractor with a permanent local address and a phone number that stays answered. Never pay in full up front, and be cautious of anyone offering to absorb or waive your deductible, which is not legal in Texas.