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Absolute Roofing & Fencing is a Nederland roofing and fencing contractor operating under the legal name S.H. Absolute Construction (also filed as SH Absolute Construction), owned by Stuart Hastings. The business was founded September 24, 2004, giving it roughly two decades serving Southeast Texas, and has been a BBB Accredited Business with an A+ rating since April 1, 2017.
The company installs asphalt shingle, cedar shake, clay tile, metal, slate, solar, and TPO roofing, plus fencing and gate work, and identifies GAF as a roofing brand partner. A Google-attributed review aggregator shows a 4.5-star rating from 51 reviews.
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.
CompanyAbsolute Roofing & Fencing
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
Not checked for NederlandTexas 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.
Coastal windstorm TDI WPI-8 ready (Gulf Coast windstorm work; confirm the WPI-8 certificate per job)
RegionNederland
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 Houston's own published registered-roofer list is years out of date, so it isn't cited here at all — confirm registration by contacting the city directly.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.
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Frequently asked
Does Texas require roofing contractors to hold a state license?
No. Texas has no statewide roofing license. Homeowners should verify current general liability insurance and check BBB accreditation rather than looking for a state license number.
What is the difference between an RCAT Member and an RCAT Licensed Roofing Contractor?
RCAT Member means the company pays dues to the Roofing Contractors Association of Texas; the Licensed Roofing Contractor credential (CRRL/RRL/CRL) is separately earned. RCAT's own directory search returned no results for this business name, so its status could not be confirmed.
Is Absolute Roofing & Fencing insured?
Ask the company directly for a current certificate of general liability insurance before signing a contract. Insurance status is verified separately from this listing.
Does Jefferson County fall under Texas's WPI-8 windstorm rules?
Yes. Jefferson County, including Nederland, is one of the 14 first-tier Gulf Coast counties under the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA) WPI-8 program.
Will homeowners insurance cover storm or hail damage to my roof?
Most Texas policies cover sudden storm and hail damage, but coverage, deductibles, and windstorm riders vary by policy. Confirm with your insurer before assuming a repair is covered.
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Nederland?
Texas has no statewide building code, so permitting rules are set locally. Check with the City of Nederland about permit requirements before work begins.
What roofing materials hold up best against Gulf Coast wind and hail?
Impact-resistant Class 4 shingles and metal roofing are common choices in Southeast Texas; this company also offers slate, tile, and solar options for homeowners wanting alternatives to standard shingles.
How long does a typical roof replacement take?
Timelines vary with roof size, material, and weather; a residential replacement often takes a few days once work begins.
What should I ask a roofer before signing a contract?
Ask for proof of insurance, a written scope of work, material details, a payment schedule, and warranty terms in writing.
How do I know if I need a roof repair or a full replacement?
A qualified roofer should inspect the extent of damage, roof age, and decking condition and explain in writing why repair or replacement is recommended, rather than just quoting a price.
